10 hidden Ilkley secrets that even most local people don’t know

By Andrew Hutchinson
Published 19th Sep 2019, 06:12 GMT

It's the book that explores Ilkley's secret hidden history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.

Secret Ilkley goes behind the façades of the familiar to discover the lesser-known aspects of the town's long and illustrious past. Local author Mark Hunnebell takes the reader on an enlightening and entertaining journey through the past, delving beneath the surface to reveal dark deeds and strange tales with long-forgotten facts and amusing stories. The book is out now via Amberley Publishing priced at £14.99. LOVE LEEDS, LOVE RETRO? Join 'Leeds Retro' on facebook

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Secret Ilkley.
The northern elevation of Wells House. This grand building has survived two fires, one in 1908 and one in 1951; both in the north-east turret, and both quickly brought under control.placeholder image
The northern elevation of Wells House. This grand building has survived two fires, one in 1908 and one in 1951; both in the north-east turret, and both quickly brought under control.
Among the many houses built during the 1900s was Heathcote, designed by Edwin Lutyens, on Grove Road.placeholder image
Among the many houses built during the 1900s was Heathcote, designed by Edwin Lutyens, on Grove Road.
The former Christian Science Church, now Wells Road Business Centre.placeholder image
The former Christian Science Church, now Wells Road Business Centre.
The frontage of the former International Wool Secretariat, Valley Drive.placeholder image
The frontage of the former International Wool Secretariat, Valley Drive.
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