Description

We are a women's North West Morris dancing side.

We were established in 1992 and have been performing traditional North West Morris dancing all over the UK and Europe ever since. North West Morris originated in the Lancashire textile mill towns during the Industrial Revolution and this is reflected in the figures of the dances, the use of the milling bobbins and in the names of dances. We also dance with garlands and hankies which comes from the Cotswold style of dance.

We have a good age range of dancers and musicians from 18 years upwards. We practice on Thursday evenings at St. Joseph's School in Otley from 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm. We currently have around 20 dancers, many of whom also play instruments in the band.

Description

The Bandstand is located in the centre of Ilkley. It is on the southern side of The Grove which is a picturesque tree lined street of elegant shops and is directly opposite Betty's famous tearooms.

The Bandstand is surrounded by well kept gardens with permanent seating for those wishing to enjoy the performers.

The Bandstand was conceived as a millenium project by the Rotary Clubs of Ilkley Wharfedale & Ilkley and completed in 2001. The site was generously donated by the Ilkley Abbeyfield Society and both organisations, together with Ilkley Parish Council retain a keen interest as Trustees. An active management committee of volunteers run the bandstand and gardens on a day to day basis. They aim to provide appropriate entertainment for residents and visitors alike.

The Grove,

Ilkley,

West Yorkshire,

England,

LS29 9NQ.