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Silsden and Steeton bridge funding welcomed
News that a new pedestrian bridge has finally been given funding has been welcomed after many “frustrating” years of little progress.
Skipton Gala headline act 'Only show of its kind in the UK'
Skipton Town Council have this year taken over the organising of the annual Skipton Gala, which is taking place this Saturday, 14 June.
Rotary Clubs join forces for Santa Fun Run
The two Rotary Clubs in Skipton are joining forces to ensure the future of the The Great Skipton Santa Fun Run.
Honours handed out at Pride of Airedale Awards 2025
Staff members and volunteers from across Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and AGH Solutions were honoured at a special event last week held in Ilkley.

Skipton Gala Fun Fair
The Giant FunFair returns to Aireville Park for the 2025 Skipton Gala.
14 Jun 2025 at Aireville Park
Floral Crowns of Glory
Floral Fascinator Competition, Floral Demonstration, stalls, raffle, refreshments all for a great cause
14 Jun 2025 at Addingham Memorial Hall
Skipton Gala
The procession will assemble at 11am in Westmoreland Street and will be ready to move off at 1pm prompt. An afternoon of fun on Aireville Park with the Headl...
14 Jun 2025 at Aireville Park
Lexus Ilkley Open
The largest tennis international tournament in the North of England. The Lexus Ilkley Trophy is a world-class tennis tournament held annually on grass courts...
14 Jun 2025 at Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly named in Kings Birthday Honours list
TV presenter Claudia Winkleman has said she is “incredibly grateful” to have been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours.
David Beckham immensely proud of knighthood in Kings Birthday Honours
Former England captain David Beckham said he is “immensely proud” to have been given a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Kings Birthday Honours list 2025
Those receiving Knighthoods and Damehoods in the King's Birthday Honours list 2025.
Ban on advertising and safeguard for child patients added to Assisted Dying Bill
MPs said health professionals would not be allowed to raise the subject of assisted dying with child patients and advertising for such a service would be banned.