Your Skipton Radio

6:00pm - 6:30am

Email the studio

George Michael & Elton John

Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me

Listen Live Podcasts

Northern to provide extra seating on Ilkley and Skipton trains

Tuesday, 24 June 2025 08:38

Thousands of extra seats will be made available on some Northern services.

Northern passengers will be provided with thousands of extra seats on busy routes in Yorkshire.

The train operator will begin introducing more six-carriage services between Leeds, Ilkley, Skipton and Bradford Forster Square this week, providing more than 5,400 extra seats a day for customers on weekdays and Saturdays.

All of the electric trains which run on these lines currently have three or four carriages.

But Northern is now working to ensure at least one in six of these trains has six carriages.

Many will run during the busiest periods of the day on these routes, which are some of the best performing on Northern’s network.

More than 99% of services running between Leeds, Ilkley, Skipton and Bradford Forster Square ran without cancellation in May.

It comes alongside a Network Rail project to extend platforms to accommodate longer trains at Kirkstall Forge, Apperley Bridge, Shipley, Bingley, Guiseley, Menston and Burley in Wharfedale.

Kerry Peters, regional director for Northern in Yorkshire, said:

“We have been working hard to run a reliable service for customers on these routes and are now focused on providing extra capacity to meet demand.

“These six-carriage services will provide customers with more space and extra seats during the busiest periods so they can enjoy a more comfortable journey.”

Passengers should check posters and information screens or ask conductors to find out which doors they can use to get on and off six-carriage trains.

Cononley and Steeton & Silsden stations have not been extended and passengers will be unable to alight from the two front carriages of the train.

More from Local news

Spellman Care support Airedale Hospital & Community Charity's Easter Appeal

Yorkshire family run business, Spellman care have announced its official support to Airdale Hospital & Community Charity's Easter Appeal this year.
Skipton MP heads to Westminster to talk challenges within hospitality sector

Skipton and Ripon MP, Rt Hon Sir Julian Smith, met with the Chair of Hospitality, Kate Nicholls OBE, in Westminster this week to discuss key concerns facing hospitality businesses in the UK.
Skipton man jailed for 18 years for sexual offences against children

An 82-year-old Skipton man has been jailed for multiple sexual offences against children.
The Geek Side announces closure before 10th anniversary

The Geekside in Skipton announced their closure on 10th March.
Skipon Multisport Festival to be held this May

A weekend festival of sport is set to return to Skipton later this spring, bringing a range of activities for participants of all ages and abilities.
Local attractions to close as Met Office issues yellow weather warning for wind

Several local attractions have announced closures or partial closures today (Thursday) after the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds across North Yorkshire.
17 year old arrested following high speed pursuit from Skipton

Police say a suspected stolen car was located after a pursuit that passed through the Skipton area on Tuesday morning.
The Coniston Hotel to remain under family ownership

The Coniston Hotel and Spa will remain under family ownership after plans to sell the business were withdrawn.
Airedale Hospital introduces new service for prostate cancer

A new digital service has been introduced at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust to help prostate cancer patients receive test results more quickly.
Appletreewick pub shortlisted in Countryside Alliance ‘Rural Oscars’

A pub near Skipton has been named a North of England finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards.
Yorkshire residents needed for new series of BBC's Gladiators

Yorkshire residents are being invited to apply for the next series of the BBC's Gladiators.
Taxi policy change could "finish off" industry, councillors warned

A proposed rule change to make taxis more accessible could "finish off" the trade, North Yorkshire councillors have been warned.
Skipton children’s charity collaborates with luxury makeup brand

The Principle Trust Children’s Charity is proud to announce it has raised over £2,500 for vulnerable families with the help of Charlotte Tilbury, enough to provide four respite breaks,
Police appeal after two vehicle collision in Skipton

The incident occured yesterday (Monday 9th March) at 12:08pm.
Village panto raises over £3,000 for good causes

The Addingham Village Panto team have announced its production of Aladdin & his Marvellous Lamp raised a whopping £3,200, which will be split between two amazing local good causes!
Nominations open for Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Governor elections

Members of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust will soon be able to stand for election to become a Governor, with nominations opening on 16th March.
Call for volunteers to tackle litterbugs in clean-up campaign

Communities are being encouraged to get involved in a national litter-picking initiative aimed at keeping North Yorkshire clean and tidy.
Community Centre in Silsden to hold two day sale fundraiser

The Hive in Silsden have shared that they will be hosting a two day sale next month.
Search for missing man continues

Samuel Smith was last seen on the Skipton Road area and Tarn House Caravan Park.
Skipton MP shares update on redevelopment of Airedale Hospital

Skipton MP, Julian Smith met with Foluke Ajayi to receive an update on plans for the redevelopment of Airedale Hospital.