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
1. Ilkley in 1997
Do you remember the Rocket cafe in Ilkley? Pictured is owner Lorraine Taylor-Parker in October 1997.
2. Ilkley in 1997
Helen Kay checks the weather forecast with an antique barometer at Ilkley antiques fair in August 1997. Photo: Keith Lawson
3. Ilkley in 1997
Project leader Karen Kernahan and workers at the clean up at The Warehouse Ilkley Youth Project.
4. Ilkley in 1997
Beach volleyball was held at Ilkley's Rose and Crown pub in August 1997. Photo: Steve Riding
5. Ilkley in 1997
Store manager, Atholl Robertson, of newly-opened Booths supermarket rushes Guiseley Brass member Jeff Blakeson to join the rest of the band to celebrate the opening. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
6. Ilkley in 1997
Ilkley Players committee members on their stage celebrating their £500,000 lottery win in February 1997. Pictured, from left, Jennie Aron, Denise MacGregore, Dooley Coleman and Pat Dyson. Photo: Justin Lloyd