Commanding superb views over the town of Ilkley and lower Wharfedale this large rocky outcrop of Millstone Grit, the “Cow”, and smaller nearby boulder, the “Calf”, was once the site of Ilkley quarry. At an elevation of 420m (1319ft) it...

The Manor House is one of the oldest buildings in Ilkley and stands on the Roman Fort of Olicana. Furnished and arranged with 17th and 18th Century items, the house also hosts two galleries of some of the best northern...

Affectionately known as Yorkshire’s favourite Little Theatre, and situated in the heart of the town, the Playhouse is host to several main stage productions and a few studio productions each year. The Wharfeside theatre holds 148 whilst the Wildman Theatre...

As well as a heated indoor pool this site is also host to one of the last outdoor pools in the country. With wonderful views of Ilkley Moor and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales this is a great place to spend...

Take a trip down memory lane with one of the finest private collections of toys in the north of England. Dolls, dolls houses, teddy bears, tin plate toys, lead figures and games are all represented here and exhibits date from...

This site of Ecological or Geological Importance was formerly owned by the Myddelton family. Encompassing Coppy, Hudson and Stubham Woods, Middleton Woods cover an area of approximately 40 hectares. It is famous for its breathtaking display of bluebells in May...

The whitewashed stone building of White Wells is situated above Ilkley on the edge of the famous moor. Squire Middleton created two open-air spa baths here in the 18th Century to harness the curative effects of the particularly cold mineral...

Bracken Hall Countryside Centre and Museum is located on the edge of Shipley and is one of the most well loved and popular natural beauty spots in the region. There are a great deal of interesting exhibitions on display...

Cliffe Castle Museum, which occupies an attractive parkland setting on the outskirts of Keighley, was built in 1833 by local lawyer Christopher Netherwood, who originally called it Cliffe Hall. It was not until 1875, however, that a large scale...

The splendid East Riddlesden Hall, formerly a 17th century merchant's house, is a real treasure trove of antiquities, where visitors can marvel at collections of period furniture, exquisite embroideries and traditional textiles. Surrounded by magnificent gardens, the supposedly haunted Hall,...

Operating for over 100 years this cable-operated tramway is the oldest in the country. It was built by showman Sam Wilson to take visitors from the river level of Saltaire’s Roberts Park up to the beauty spot of Shipley Glen...

Ingrow Museum of Rail Travel is dedicated to following the history of the railways in this country, the people that travel on them, and the way that things have changed throughout the years. The collection features a wealth of...

Bramhope Tunnel runs for over 2 miles and was built for the Leeds & Thisk Railway between 1846 and 1849. Over 2,000 men worked on its construction and once completed a memorial was erected for those who lost their lives....

Otley Museum, situated within the town's Civic Centre, is one of the region's most fascinating visitor attractions, with a range of artefacts relating to the immediate locality. Displays include archaeology, science, transport, textiles and costumes, to name but...

Victoria Hall, a magnificent Grade 2* listed building, standing within the environs of Saltaire village was constructed in 1869 by Sir Titus Salt for the benefit of his workers. It has now become a popular venue for a whole...

This state-of-the-art museum boasts some of the most hi-tech exhibits related to space communications and travel open to the public anywhere in the country. The centre works closely with local and international companies and space organisations to perform research,...

Saltaire United Reform Church, constructed in 1859, is one of the country's most important Victorian masterpieces and stands today as a unique example of Italianate religious architecture. Erected by Sir Titus Salt, for the spiritual welfare of his workforce, it...