We have a wide variety of beautiful services for all ages. This is our regular service pattern, but please see 'News and Notices' for our latest pew sheet, with details of any changes to service times.

Sunday Low Mass

Occurring
Every Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Last Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A quiet and reflective early celebration of the Eucharist with a short homily. The first Sunday of the month is celebrated according to the Book of Common Prayer.

Sunday Family Service

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A short and interactive time of morning worship suitably especially for families. Children lead the reading, serving, and singing. On the first Sunday of the month we hold Godly Play, based around a beautiful story and craft activities. On the second Sunday of the month we celebrate the Family Mass. Refreshments are served afterwards.

Sunday High Mass

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A sung celebration of the Eucharist in all the beauty of our catholic tradition, with choral and organ music, incense, and ritual. Our service is also broadcast live online - please see the link to the YouTube page below. Refreshments are served after the service, to which all are welcome.

Sunday Choral Evensong

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

The traditional service of Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer, with music from our adult choir, and a short homily. On Feast Days Evensong concludes with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Join us to end the day 'in the beauty of holiness.'

Weekday Morning Prayer

Occurring
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at for 20 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A short service of scripture and prayer, every morning (Monday to Friday), with simple plainchant and space for reflection.

Tuesday Contemplative Mass

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A spacious celebration of the Eucharist with few words, and plenty of time for prayer and contemplation.

Thursday Low Mass and social time

Occurring
Every Thursday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

Our principal midweek celebration of the Mass, followed by coffee and social time in the hall.

Christingle Service

Occurring
for 45 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

Celebrate Christ’s light with oranges, candles, and sweets! You might like to bring a gift for a family in need. Followed by refreshments and craft activities. Christmas fun for all the family!

Service of Lessons and Carols

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

Join us as we celebrate the traditional service of Lessons and Carols, with readings by representatives of local organisations, and wonderful music from our choir. Wine and mince pies will be served afterwards. Don’t miss the chance to sing ‘While shepherds watched’ to the tune of ‘On Ilkla Moor baht ‘at’ in the very parish of Ilkley Moor! All are welcome.

Crib Service

Occurring
for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

The Crib Service is a family retelling of the Christmas story with carols, while we build the crib. Arrive early to get a seat at this very popular service. Refreshments served afterwards.

'Bethlehem' Midnight Mass

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

Join us as we celebrate our 'Bethlehem' Midnight Mass at 10.00 pm, just as it turns midnight in Bethlehem, and we continue to pray for peace in the land of Christ's birth. Sing the great carols, and hear music of the season from our choir. One of the most beautiful services of the year.

Mass of Christmas Day

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

Come and celebrate the birth of Christ at our Parish Mass on Christmas Day.

Organ Recital

Occurring
Friday 12 December 2025, Friday 02 January 2026, Friday 06 February 2026, Friday 06 March 2026, Friday 10 April 2026, Friday 08 May 2026, Friday 05 June 2026, Friday 03 July 2026, Friday 07 August 2026, Friday 04 September 2026, Friday 02 October 2026, Friday 06 November 2026, Friday 11 December 2026 at for 45 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A recital of music on our wonderful Hill organ by our Director of Music, Christopher Rathbone. Free, with donations to the Organ Restoration Fund welcomed. Usually on the first Friday of the month.

Plainchant Mass

Occurring
Saturday 29 November 2025, Saturday 03 January 2026, Saturday 07 February 2026, Saturday 07 March 2026, Saturday 02 May 2026, Saturday 06 June 2026, Saturday 04 July 2026, Saturday 01 August 2026, Saturday 05 September 2026, Saturday 03 October 2026, Saturday 07 November 2026, Saturday 28 November 2026 at for 40 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A beautiful Mass sung almost entirely to the ancient chant of the Church. All are welcome to attend, even if you're not confident with the singing. You can hear an example of the chant here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laE_BmNU9H0

Once a month, usually on the first Saturday

Sunday Book of Common Prayer Holy Communion

Occurring
Every First Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

A short service of Holy Communion according to the Book of Common Prayer, on the first Sunday of the month. Other Sundays are Common Worship Order 1.

High Mass on the Feast of the Epiphany

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Margaret's, Ilkley
Address
Queens Road Ilkley, LS29 9QL, United Kingdom

We celebrate the arrival of the Magi with High Mass, including beautiful hymns and choral music of the season. Followed by drinks. Our guest preacher is Br Michael Jacob SSF of Alnmouth Friary.