29 photo memories take you back to Ilkley in the 1990s

These wonderful memories focus on a decade of memories in the spa town of Ilkley.

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 13th May 2023, 04:45 GMT

They turn back the clock to the 1990s and showcase the people and events which brought a community together as well as making it a popular tourist destination. They feature memories from Ilkley Carnival and the annual British Watercolour Society and British Society of Miniaturists Art Show as well as celebrity visits and town landmarks including Ilkley Moor and White Wells Cottages. READ MORE: 49 unseen photos of Ilkley through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

Do you remember Paul and Sue Spedding? They were the new licensees of the re-opened Cow and Calf Inn in April 1999. They are pictured admiring the Ilkley Moor view.

1. Ilkley in the 1990s

Do you remember Paul and Sue Spedding? They were the new licensees of the re-opened Cow and Calf Inn in April 1999. They are pictured admiring the Ilkley Moor view. Photo: Dan Oxtoby

Ilkley Carnival in May 1999. Two young pop stars from the Sacred Heart Primary School - Ben Below and Dale Sanderson - join in the town's carnival parade.

2. Ilkley in the 1990s

Ilkley Carnival in May 1999. Two young pop stars from the Sacred Heart Primary School - Ben Below and Dale Sanderson - join in the town's carnival parade. Photo: Mike Cowling

A grandstand view for these Ilkley residents as they watch the town's carnival pass by in May 1999.

3. Ilkley in the 1990s

A grandstand view for these Ilkley residents as they watch the town's carnival pass by in May 1999. Photo: Mike Cowling

Scouts from the Ben Rhydding troop re-enact the 1970's punk craze during the Ilkley Carnival parade in May 1999.

4. Ilkley in the 1990s

Scouts from the Ben Rhydding troop re-enact the 1970's punk craze during the Ilkley Carnival parade in May 1999. Photo: Mike Cowling

TV personality Alan Titchmarsh is reflected in the plaque after performing the official opening of the Ilkley Playhouse in March 1999.

5. Ilkley in the 1990s

TV personality Alan Titchmarsh is reflected in the plaque after performing the official opening of the Ilkley Playhouse in March 1999. Photo: Mel Hulme

David Lishman with his award-winning pies at his shop in Ilkley. Pictured in February 1999.

6. Ilkley in the 1990s

David Lishman with his award-winning pies at his shop in Ilkley. Pictured in February 1999. Photo: Justin Lloyd