The Flying Duck Ilkley
📍 16 Church St, Ilkley LS29 9DR, UK
About The Flying Duck Ilkley
The Flying Duck Ilkley is a cherished local establishment nestled on Church Street in the heart of Ilkley. Housed in a grade II listed building dating back to 1709, this historic pub has earned a stellar Google rating of 4.5/5 stars from hundreds of reviews. It's widely regarded as one of Wharfedale's finest venues, offering a memorable experience for both locals and visitors alike.
Patrons consistently praise The Flying Duck for its impressive array of beverages, boasting 21 lines of diverse beers and ciders, alongside an extensive bottle selection. The menu also features superb food options, from delicious pizzas to hearty Sunday lunches, all noted for their quality and value. The friendly team creates a welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for a casual drink or a fulfilling meal. This establishment is also notably dog-friendly.
Visiting Information
The Flying Duck Ilkley is open Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and on Sundays from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays. The venue accepts various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments. Please note that specific wheelchair accessible parking or entrance facilities are not available at this historic location.
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📍 16 Church St, Ilkley LS29 9DR, UK
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Showing 5 of 763 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.
Just had Sunday lunch at the flying duck. What a find! Amazing food at good prices in comparison to the surrounding establishments. The Sunday lunch was plentiful and beautifully cooked. The beers selection was huge and the Blonde ale is recommended for ale drinkers. Overall 5 star visit and will be visiting again when in the area
21 lines of beer and cider and then plenty of bottles to choose from. Very friendly staff. Had the IPA and the Citra and both were brilliant. Also got the Spicy Lamb Special pizza which was superb. The best places are dog friendly 🐕
Built in 1709, what is now the Flying Duck is one of the oldest commercial buildings in Ilkley and grade II listed. It's been many shops in It's history including a dairy, a shoe makers and a sweet shop. It's currently one of the finest pubs in Wharfedale and offers a wide selection of beer's, delicious food, live entertainment and a very relaxed atmosphere. Two of It's most striking architectural features are the original oak joists and the stone fireplace. The pub has two floors, outside seating and it's also dog friendly. To anyone who loves a traditional and earthy pub with an interesting history then this is definatly a place to visit.
A most historic and welcoming establishment. A very good selection of beers and ciders on offer. The Hetton pale ale and the rather stronger Wharfedale IPA... If I recall the name correctly... Were wonderful and served perfectly. A most hospitable establishment both in staff and customers. Very clean and tidy throughout. We didn't try the food but the menu was appealing and we certainly will sample it on our next visit.
Had the roast dinner food was basic with frozen tinned veggies & roasts Not very hot & onion gravy weak & something I would not normally have with a roast dinner Meat was tough This guy is no chef Such a shame as a lovely oldie pub inside