The nights might be drawing in, but there’s certainly no shortage of reasons to get out and about in Otley this November! From world-class musicians and a milestone beer festival to the town’s first ever book festival, there’s plenty happening before the Christmas celebrations get underway. Throw in some fascinating science, thought-provoking cinema, fabulous markets and festive fun, and November is shaping up to be another busy month in Otley. …
Ancient Greek music, an arty celebration of the natural world, and rather more ghosts than you might normally expect in a month — October has definitely landed in here in Otley. Otley Common marks its first anniversary with an open day and an evening of eclectic entertainment, while the Wildlife Arts Festival makes a comeback for its fifth year with talks, exhibitions, music and workshops. There’s history stretching back a …
September is shaping up to be a gloriously mixed bag in Otley. We’ve got a 1940s singalong, a full weekend of folk, live jazz, tango, brass bands, homebrew, craft fairs, farmers’ markets and even a proper big-top circus rolling into town. In other words, whether your idea of a good time involves dancing, browsing, singing, eating, drinking or watching someone do something alarming several metres above the ground, there should …
August in Otley comes with a proper summer mix of music, markets, family activities, film, food and a healthy dose of Yorkshire Day pride. There’s free entertainment in Market Place, affordable family fun at Garnett Field, live music with dinner, a Beatles singalong, a film screening, and the small matter of Otley Farmers’ Market for anyone who likes their Sundays with added cheese. Here are some of the events coming …
School holidays are almost here, which means six glorious weeks of snacks, sun cream, “are we nearly there?” and wondering how one small child can require seventeen separate drinks by 10.30am. Thankfully, Otley has plenty going on this summer for families, from live music and outdoor adventures to pottery painting, soft play, ghost tours, boats, markets and free town centre activities. Here are some of the best things to do …
Otley Boats are back on the River Wharfe for summer 2026, offering one of the town’s most charming ways to enjoy a sunny day by the water. Based in Wharfemeadows Park, Otley Boats give families and visitors the chance to take a gentle trip along the river, with boats available for up to four people. Boats are open on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from 10am to 5pm, with opening …
July is shaping up nicely in Otley, with a packed mix of cycle racing, live music, film, heritage, food, crafts, literature and early music. Basically, something for everyone — unless your chosen hobby is staying home and muttering about parking. Here are some of the highlights coming up. Otley Town Centre Races roll back into town Venue: Otley town centreDate: Wednesday, July 1The Otley Town Centre Races return on Wednesday, …
Otley residents and visitors are once again being offered the chance to enjoy one of the town’s most spectacular beauty spots, thanks to the return of a free Sunday minibus service to Surprise View on Otley Chevin. Following a successful pilot scheme last summer, Otley Town Council is bringing back the popular service from Sunday, June 14, running every Sunday until and including August 16. The free hourly minibus will …
What’s on in Otley in June 2026 June is shaping up to be a busy one in Otley, with a packed calendar of events bringing together live music, local history, family fun, creative workshops, food, crafts, science, walking routes and one or two very determined runners. From the colour and noise of Otley Carnival to the fresh air of Otley Walking Festival, plus concerts, community performances, heritage tours and hands-on …
Coming to Otley for the 2026 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon? Here’s all you need to know At 9am on Sunday May 10, 2025 around 12,000 runners will set out from Headingley passing through Adel, Eccup, Bramhope, Arthington and Pool before heading down Pool Road (A659) to Otley. Once in the town, the runners will come down Boroughgate, before turning left up Kirkgate, making another left onto Bondgate and Gay Lane …
