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
19. Ilkley in 1997
The Winter Gardens hosted the annual winter exhibition of artists' work. Among the painters was work by Coronation Street star Gaynor Faye who opened the exhibition. Photo: Justin Lloyd
20. Ilkley in 1997
Prima ballerina Dame Alicia Markova gives tips to youngsters, Emily Acomb (left) and Grace Howarth while attending the ballet summer school at Ilkley College in July 1997. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
21. Ilkley in 1997
Gavin Edwards, district archaelogist, studies one of the new roman interpretation boards near Manor House Museum in Ilkley. Photo: Justin Lloyd
22. Ilkley in 1997
John Mazembe of the Kwashaka Zulu Singers teaches pupils from Ilkley Middle School some of their native dances during a Zulu workshop. Photo: Justin Lloyd
23. Ilkley in 1997
Comedian Billy Pearce opens the Up Stagers Theatre Group Spring Fair at the Winter Gardens in April 1997. He is pictured with group members dressed as Glublicks. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
24. Ilkley in 1997
Ilkley Reserves. Back: David Willoughby, Andy Hartley, Scott Jones, Chris Lane, Wayne Lister, Dustin King, Jimmy Potts. Front: John McKay, Glen Riley, Richard Bolton, Peter Riley, Dave Knox, Paul McTigue, Nick Moore. Photo: Steve Riding