They were placed on the footpaths around the Cow and Calf rocks to reduce erosion caused by visitors to the beauty spot. This was 1997 as the rain failed to dampen the spirits of revellers at Ilkley Carnival while swimmers made a splash to keep cool in warm weather at Ilkley Lido. Enjoy these photo memories celebrating a year in the life of LS29, its residents and visitors. READ MORE: 28 photo memories of Otley in 1997 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Ilkley in 1997
Sisters Rachel and Nichola Jones from the Ilkley Operatic Society at the Ilkley Carnival in May 1997. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
8. Ilkley in 1997
Playing chicken at Ilkley Carnival in may 1997 was Gemma Forster (left) and Rosie Wright. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
9. Ilkley in 1997
Amy Linnegan takes shelter from the rain whilst watching the parade at Ilkley Carnival in May 1997. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
10. Ilkley in 1997
No stick in the mud. Young Tiffany Lund enjoys her ice-cream despite the wet weather at the Ilkley Carnival. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
11. Ilkley in 1997
Children from Bolling Road First School parade around the ring at the Ilkley Carnival in May 1997. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
12. Ilkley in 1997
Children from Bolling Road First School pictured in sheep outfits at Ilkley Carnival.