Who Runs the Manor House?

The Trust has a small team of paid employees plus a group of committed and enthusiastic volunteers who design and run a wide programme of events, exhibitions and concerts in the Manor House.

The Manor House is also available to hire as a wedding and events venue too.

The Trust’s vision is to create a space that tells the story of the house, the land it sits on and how this has shaped the development of the town of Ilkley. From the unique rock art on the Moor, the Roman fort, the Saxon crosses, the Norman church, the Victorian spa town as well as the thriving town Ilkley is today. It’s hoped the centre will attract visitors from across the district, increasing footfall in the town, sharing Ilkley’s great assets more widely and bringing trade to local businesses.