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What's on in Ben Rhydding

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Sports & Fitness

Zumba Gold

Spotted Zumba Gold on Otley Action For Older People's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Fri 24 Jul15:00Otley Action For Older People(4.5mi)

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Children & FamilyCommunity

2026-07-24 19:00 - OPC Youth Group

Time: Friday, 24 July 2026 at 19:00Details: For those in school years 6 to 11 – also those in school years 12 and 13 are welcome to come as young leaders. OPC Youth meets on a Friday evening every other week for group games and catching up. / / NOTE: OPC Youth also meets during the 10.30am service every Sunday - except when it an all-age service.Location: Otley Parish Church (Parish Room), Kirkgate, OtleyPostcode: LS21 3HW

Fri 24 Jul20:00Otley Parish Church(4.4mi)

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Community

OPC Youth Group

Fri 24 Jul20:00Otley Parish Church(4.4mi)

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Markets & Fairs

Summer Makers’ Fair

Calling all art lovers and craft enthusiasts! Ilkley Manor House courtyard will once again be filled with makers’ stalls selling a wide range of beautiful handmade items. Step into...

Sat 25 JulIlkley Solar Gallery(1.1mi)

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History & Heritage

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Museum & Archive Saturday Booking

Eventbrite - Sunny Bank Mills presents Museum & Archive Saturday Booking - Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Sunny Bank Mills Museum and Archive, Farsley, England. Find event and ticket information.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Sunnydale Mill(3.4mi)

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Community

Pickering Motor Show

Pickering Motor Show at Moor Valley Country Park. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Moor Valley Country Park(4mi)

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Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at East Riddlesden Hall

There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at East Riddlesden Hall. From 25 July to 31 August, join us for croquet in the Wild Garden, hopscotch and chalk games and even try your hand at putting on your own puppet show. Why not enjoy an ice cream in the tearoom or relax at a shady picnic spot in the gardens? Put your sun hat on and come and make the most of being outdoors this summer. Discover our weekly drop in classes too, with PT sessions on Mondays, yoga on Tuesdays and dancing sessions on Wednesdays every week throughout the summer.

Sat 25 Jul11:00East Riddlesden Hall(4.7mi)

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Community

Meet the Maker: Textilia 3

Meet some of the artists of Textilia 3 to find out more about their exhibition ‘The Fabric of East Riddlesden: Inspiration from the Hall and its grounds’. During these sessions, they will be working on new artwork in the exhibition space in the Entrance Chamber and will be around to answer any questions.

Sat 25 Jul11:30East Riddlesden Hall(4.7mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Summer Makers’ Fair

Calling all art lovers and craft enthusiasts! Ilkley Manor House courtyard will once again be filled with makers’ stalls selling a wide range of beautiful handmade items. Step into the charming courtyard and browse a vibrant collection of stalls showcasing … More Info & Apply

Sun 26 JulIlkley Solar Gallery(1.1mi)

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Community

Sunday Morning Meeting

Sunday morning is our whole church gathering. There are people there of all ages from toddlers to pensioners. Everyone is welcome no matter what their background or where they are in their faith. There are songs, prayers, groups for children and a talk from a passage of the Bible. There are also refreshments after the meeting. www.beechhillchurch.org.uk/sundays/

Sun 26 JulBeech Hill Church(4.3mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Evening Meeting: Prayer and Pizza

Our evening meeting with songs, prayers, a talk from the Bible, and pizza. We will be also be spending time around tables in prayer. More details: www.beechhillchurch.org.uk/sunday-evenings/

Sun 26 JulBeech Hill Church(4.3mi)

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Arts & CultureMarkets & Fairs

Designer Craft Fair

Our monthly designer craft fair showcases variety of stalls featuring a wide selection of crafts, designed and made by local craft people.

Sun 26 JulOtley Courthouse(4.5mi)

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Festivals & EventsReligion & Spirituality

Celebration service in Church

Celebration worship service typically including guitars, keyboard and accompanying musicians.

Sun 26 Jul10:00St John's Parish Church Ben Rhydding(0.1mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Create a Paper Sweet Pea Workshop

Eventbrite - Sunny Bank Mills presents Create a Paper Sweet Pea Workshop - Sunday, 26 July 2026 at Sunny Bank Mills Gallery. Find event and ticket information.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Sunnydale Mill(3.4mi)

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Community

Pickering Motor Show

Pickering Motor Show is happening at Moor Valley Country Park. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Moor Valley Country Park(4mi)

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Children & Family

OPC Youth Group

Time: Sunday, 26 July 2026 at 10:30Details: For those in school years 7 to 13. The whole church gathers at 10.30am for the Sunday morning service. Every week (except when there is an all-age service) the Youth Group goes to the Youth Vestry for part of the service. This group is known for its hot chocolates, Bible studies and discussion times. / / OPC Youth also meets on a Friday evening every alternate week and once a month on a Sunday evening.Location: Otley Parish Church (Youth Vestry), Kirkgate, OtleyPostcode: LS21 3HW

Sun 26 Jul11:30Otley Parish Church(4.4mi)

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History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Buildings of East Riddlesden Hall Talk

Join one of our volunteers for a tour of the buildings at East Riddlesden Hall. Learn about the different phases of building and how the site has changed over the years.

Sun 26 Jul12:00East Riddlesden Hall(4.7mi)

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Venues with events near Ben Rhydding

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Ilkley Solar Gallery1.1 miles away St John's Parish Church Ben Rhydding0.1 miles away

More about Ben Rhydding

West Yorkshire, England

Ben Rhydding is in West Yorkshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Ben Rhydding events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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