
What's Coming Up?
This season's programme features an unbelievable headline concert. In October, Dervish embrace the spirit of Ireland's Atlantic coast, with haunting melodies that capture the very heart of history. Later that month, we present the razor-sharp National Theatre Live production, The Misanthrope. Looking ahead, we welcome the platinum-selling Danish songwriter Tim Schou for his intimate UK debut. This season, we'll also see a tribute to The Killers, a tribute to Diana Ross, a magical Hansel and Gretel: The Pantomime, the return of The Music of the Jersey Boys, a tribute to Elton John, The Detective Masterclass, Alasdair Beckett-King, and a tribute to Shania Twain.
The Misanthrope
Sunday, October 25, 2026
National Theatre Live present a screening of The Misanthrope. Award-winning Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Indhu Rubasingham directs Martin Crimp’s (Cyrano de Bergerac) highly anticipated play.
A Tribute to The Killers
Saturday, October 31, 2026
This is a celebration of the band that brought us Mr Brightside, Somebody Told Me and Human. The Killers formed in Las Vegas in 2001. Their debut album Hot Fuss sold over five million copies worldwide and produced some of the defining rock singles of the 00's.
Tim Schou
Saturday, November 7, 2026
You’re invited to the very first UK concert of a songwriter you’ll never forget. A platinum-selling singer-songwriter from Denmark, Tim Schou spent most of the last decade couch surfing with only a guitar and an iPhone. This intimate evening tells Tim’s couch surfing story through song.
A Tribute to Diana Ross
Saturday, November 28, 2026
An evening celebrating the timeless music of Diana Ross, one of pop history's most iconic artists. Performing songs including Baby Love, Chain Reaction, and I'm Coming Out, Stephanie Benson sings Diana Ross' solo hits and music from her time fronting The Supremes.
Hansel and Gretel: The Pantomime
Friday, December 4, 2026
Brother and sister Hansel and Gretel journey into magical woods to rescue their lost parents. In a magical pantomime adaptation, venture through the woods this Christmas with Hansel and Gretel, following a trail of breadcrumbs that leads to a magical Gingerbread cottage!
The Music of the Jersey Boys
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Following four back-to-back sell-out performances, The Music of The Jersey Boys returns to Silsden this Christmas. You can expect to be singing along to the hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, including "Beggin'", "Working My Way Back to You", "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Oh What a Night".
Step Into Christmas: A Tribute to Elton John
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Step into Christmas with the UK’s no.1 Elton John tribute, delivering a show that would blow the socks off the Rocketman himself. Celebrate one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 300 million records sold worldwide across a career spanning more than five decades.
Alasdair Beckett-King
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Alasdair Beckett-King is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi-award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation.
Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and cutpurses and meet the King of Crumbs! As seen on Mock the Week and 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
The Detective Masterclass
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Calling all keen detectives in the making! We have a murder mystery to solve – and we’re going to have a lot of fun while we do it. Alasdair Beckett-King, creator of the world’s finest detective, Montgomery Bonbon, is asking for your help to crack the case in his new book. In Scandal on the Stage, a playwright collapses on stage, whispering “Murder!” – but the cast all have rock-solid alibis…
Alasdair, a stand-up comedian seen on Mock the Week and Comedy Central Live, as well as the author of the Bonbon series, will show you how to walk, talk and detect like a sleuth. One with a great sense of humour.
A Tribute to Shania Twain
Saturday, February 6, 2027
Get ready for a night of pure country pop brilliance with the ultimate tribute to Shania Twain! Bringing all of the hits you know and love, including "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" and "That Don’t Impress Me Much," this show is a celebration of the music and energy that has made Shania a global superstar.
An Evening with Guy Chambers
Saturday, February 13, 2027
Guy Chambers is one of the UK’s most successful living songwriters having worked with artists and writers including Tina Turner, Kyle Minogue, Scissor Sisters, Diana Ross, and Tom Jones, James Blunt. He is perhaps best known for his work with Robbie Williams, co- writing iconic hits including ‘Angels’, Millennium, Feel, Let Me Entertain You and Rock DJ.

"This building is not for this generation only, but it is intended to go down future generations for the cultural enrichment of the community."
On a wet afternoon just before Christmas 1883, a large crowd gathered along Kirkgate. They were there to watch the foundation stone being laid for a Mechanics Institute. Now you know the building as Silsden Town Hall. These spectators rightly felt proud. This new building was the culmination of many years of campaigning and fundraising. The Institute opened the following October. The hall, built with local labour and materials, has been serving the people of Silsden ever since. It has witnessed huge changes to the working, cultural and social lives of Silsden people. The Town Hall has played a crucial role in our community during two world wars; it has encouraged education and learning and a love of books; it has played host to countless gatherings: dances, weddings, parties, fundraising efforts, public meetings, concerts, and election hustings.
Perhaps the village worthies who met in the snug of the Red Lion Inn in the late 1860s, to discuss a proposal for an institute could not have predicted how large the project would become and how central it would be to Silsden’s development as a growing and lively town.
Our Spaces
Our building is multi-purpose, to serve all of our community. The venue is home to various small rooms, including a library, meeting room, kitchen and bar. Visitors still enter in awe when they see our original ballroom, a crown jewel of Silsden designed in 1883, that has played host to countless debates, concerts, comedians and gatherings over more than 140 years. Beneath it is our community hall, a similar sized space used for activities and classes such as yoga, karate, and dance.
All of our spaces are available to hire throughout the week for local residents to setup hobbyist groups to enhance the culture, education and wellbeing for all in Silsden and its neighbouring villages.
The ballroom is a great space for parties, weddings, and activities that need a lot of space, such as our indoor bowling group. The lower hall is perfect for physical exercise, large gatherings, and presentations. Finally, the bar space doubles up as a small lecture and meeting room, better for table top activities like chess and crafts.
Articles from The Friends of Silsden Town Hall
The Origins of the Name 'Cobbydale'.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
The adoption of Cobbydale by Silsdeners surely received an impetus with the shock of local government reorganisation in 1974. The town mourned the loss of its independent status and was receptive to anything that helped it hold on to its identity.
Silsden's Old Cenotaph Site
Monday, June 1, 2026
If we were able to go back to the day that the memorial was unveiled on Saturday, 12th November 1921, we would see an official group reverently assembled for the opening service. We would also observe fifteen children, whose fathers had been killed in the Great War.
The Friends of Silsden Town Hall Win 'Social Enterprise of the Year' 2025
Friday, October 10, 2025
Silsden Town Hall is proud to have won the Social Enterprise of the Year Award at the Keighley and Airedale Business Awards 2025. This award celebrates a social enterprise that has created a positive social or environmental impact within the community with a focus on doing good over profit, and reinvesting profits to do good.
The Finest Tributes at Silsden Town Hall
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Experience some of the country's finest tribute acts, right on your doorstep. We're known for hosting some of the best tribute nights around. This season is no exception, with four of the country's finest performing in the beautiful ballroom. Plus, we'll soon be announcing the return of four of your favourite tribute nights from the last couple of years at the Town Hall.
D:Ream Announced as Silsden Town Hall's Headline Act for 2025
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
90's sensation D:Ream exploded onto the dance scene over 30 years ago with the iconic "U R the Best Thing," quickly followed by the globally recognised anthem for change "Things Can Only Get Better". With MTV and BRIT Award nominations, and a string of top 40 hits including "Shoot Me With Your Love", the band cemented their legacy in British dance music.
Unbeatable Comedy at Silsden Town Hall
Friday, May 30, 2025
Join us for headline comedy shows from Nevermind the Buzzcocks regular Paul Foot, Edinburgh Fringe Joke of the Year Winner Mark Simmons, plus Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo star Hal Cruttenden. Howard Walker returns in September for another fresh dose of his much-loved comedy club, with three more fresh faces visiting Silsden Town Hall.
A Series of Talks by Silsden Local History Group
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Throughout the year, Silsden Local History Group holds a series of talks focusing on the history of the town and events that would have affected the town's people through the ages. These fascinating talks are conducted by a selection of the group's members and guest speakers from across the county and country.
Get stuck into a good book
Explore the Brontës : the fantastically feminist (and totally true) story of the astonishing authors by Anna Doherty, which highlights literary anticipation ahead of the Ilkley Literature Festival. Our current display connects regional heritage with global trends, featuring Wild Yorkshire. by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Slow Yorkshire dales & moors : local, characterful guides to Britain's special places by Mike Bagshaw alongside culinary classics like Wartime cookbook : food and recipes from the Second World War, 1939-45 by Moses, Anne. Elsewhere, we examine Gothic fiction with Mister Creecher : A novel in three parts by Chris Priestley, cinema theory via How to read a film : The world of movies, media, multimedia - Language, history, theory by Monaco, James, and the joy of lifelong learning through Study skills by Matt Potter.
These books are all available to reserve from Silsden Community Library, within the Town Hall.
Activities and Classes
Silsden Town Hall is home to various activities and classes, and has been since it opened over 140 years ago in 1883. Its first classes introduced residents to botany, philosophy, local history and the art of debating. Today, the Town Hall welcomes activities such as line dancing, karate, even fencing. Though, it still stays true to many of the subject areas that were relevant when the building first opened, maintaining local history sessions, dances and occasional art classes to this day.
This week's classes and activities
Karate
Seidokan Karate Academy
Monday, 19 October at 18:00
Lower Hall, Weekly
Tree of Shields Fencing
Raven Forge
Monday, 19 October at 19:30
The Ballroom, Weekly
Dance Fitness Fun
Dance Fitness & Fun
Tuesday, 20 October at 11:00
The Ballroom, Weekly
Body Control Pilates
Body Control Pilates
Wednesday, 21 October at 10:00
Lower Hall, Weekly
Forever Active
Forever Active
Wednesday, 21 October at 11:00
The Ballroom, Weekly
Body Control Pilates
Body Control Pilates
Wednesday, 21 October at 11:15
Lower Hall, Weekly
Karate
Seidokan Karate Academy
Wednesday, 21 October at 18:00
Lower Hall, Weekly
Fitness Dance Class
Fitness Dance Class
Thursday, 22 October at 16:15
The Ballroom, Weekly
Voices of Yorkshire
Voices of Yorkshire
Thursday, 22 October at 20:15
The Ballroom, Weekly
Drop in Line Dance
Drop In Line Dance
Friday, 23 October at 10:00
Lower Hall, Weekly
Seated Zumba Gold
Keighley Healthy Living
Friday, 23 October at 13:30
Lower Hall, Weekly
The Peatbog Faeries
Silsden Town Hall
Sunday, 25 October at 14:00
The Ballroom, Lower Hall, One-off
Become a Member
Receive instant benefits as a member of Silsden Town Hall, with a free ticket to six comedy shows per year, free tickets to Silsden Cinema Club screenings, the Pantomime, and 25% off tickets to all tribute shows, plus priority booking and first access to the programme, all for the price of a coffee a month.
What's Trending This Week?
Tickets for shows at Silsden Town Hall are always in high demand. See what's trending this week and book tickets before shows sell out.

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Hansel and Gretel: The Pantomime
Friday 4 December

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Alasdair Beckett-King
Saturday 16 January

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The Music of the Jersey Boys
Saturday 12 December

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An Evening With Guy Chambers
Saturday 13 February

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Tim Schou
Saturday 7 November




















