25 jobs to be created as new £250k cocktail venue set to open in Ilkley

Twisted Bars Ltd has taken over the lease and is transforming the Ilkley railway building and former restaurant site next to the train station.

The group, which opened the Guiseley-based bar Everybodys in March 2016, is investing £250k to create a new 3,000 sq ft cocktail and drinks venue, called Ticket Office Bar.

Set to open in Autumn/Winter 2017, the new venue will be creating around 25 new jobs.

Adam Lewis, managing director of Twisted Bars, said: “I have lived in and around Ilkley all my life and am aware of the fantastic food offerings available in the town but have watched the bar scene virtually disappear.

“My vision behind the venue is to offer a premium drink led experience for those who appreciate the superior products you would only usually find in a city centre venue.

“There are a number of eating venues in Ilkley, however, the amount of mainly drinking establishments does not necessarily correspond. Ticket Office Bar will be largely drinks focused with a small food offering to complement.

“There will be a minimum age policy, delivering classic cocktails with a twist, focusing on the drinks and experience side of hospitality.”

With the launch of its second bar, Twisted Bars is looking to expand by opening a further eight sites in Yorkshire within the next 8-9 years.

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