Ilkley Manor House
By Ilkley Manor House Trust
Ilkley Manor HouseAug 11, 2020
Becoming a volunteer at Ilkley Manor House
As part of the Manor House's celebration of Volunteer Week Helen Hawney, Volunteer Co-ordinator talks with Amanda Danells-Bewley about becoming a volunteer at Ilkley Manor House. Helen describes the roles and activities that volunteers can get involved with and how the Manor House has been awarded the quality mark 'People Can Make a Difference' for its approach to its volunteers. Helen reflects on how vital volunteers are to the organisation and also how volunteering can benefit the individual too.
Professor Mike Dixon talk about the iconic fireplace in the Manor House
This podcast offers some greater insights in the fireplace in the main housebody in the Manor House and how it has changed over the centuries.
Discover Ilkley Manor House
Professor Mike Dixon gives a fascinating insight into the history of one of Ilkley's oldest buildings - Ilkley Manor House. Learn about why the house was built where it was, how it has changed over the centuries and some of its fascinating architectural features. This Grade 1 listed medieval Manor House is a real gem in the town and Mike's explanation about its history really brings the house to life.
Roman Olicana
This is the first in a series of podcasts about the Manor House, Roman fort and the gardens in the courtyard.