Apr 23, 2026 | Walks & Trails
Ilkley now has two new Water Trails that explore the town’s rich H20 heritage. The first Water Trail (Walk 1 Tarn and Moor – see above) leads you from the fountain at the top of Brook Street in Ilkley up Mill Ghyll en route to the Moor, via Darwin Gardens. Both...
Jul 3, 2025 | Walks & Trails
The Darwin Gardens and Ilkley Moor Tree Trail, created by Neil and Sue Stevens at ilkleytrees.org.uk, is one of many different tree trails around Ilkley. For more information about Ilkley’s Tree Trails, visit the dedicated Tree Trails website. This trail starts...
Dec 9, 2021 | Walks & Trails
Wrap up warm, ensure your outerwear is waterproof and footwear sturdy and venture up Mill Ghyll enjoying the pretty stream and little footpath bridges before you reach the Millennium Green....
Sep 10, 2021 | Walks & Trails
We’ve put together this handy trail and map to help you discover Darwin Gardens and help you make the most of your visit. We think you’ll be amazed at how much there is to take in, from a maze, to waterfalls, trees and flowers and lots more besides. The Darwin Gardens...
Jun 9, 2021 | Walks & Trails
The purpose of Darwin Gardens is to provide an area of relaxation, enjoyment and contemplation for residents and visitors. With very few exceptions which date from earlier times, the plants and trees within the gardens are all endemic species so as to encourage and...
Jun 9, 2021 | Walks & Trails
A key feature of Darwin Gardens is the unique Millennium Green Maze which was designed by Dr John Haigh of Ilkley and laid in May 2000 by Bradford Countryside Service and local volunteers of the Darwin Gardens Trust. There is a wildlife hedgerow of 1000 dedicated...
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