Otley Citizens Advice Bureau (part of Leeds CAB) is responsible for providing a free advice service to the people of Otley and the surrounding area. We provide advice on a wide range of subjects, including welfare benefits, employment, housing, consumer matters and debt. Specialist advice can also be arranged through the bureau if required. Otley CAB is part of Leeds Citizens Advice Bureau. In 2004, 2,995 people visited Otley CAB for advice on 4846 different issues.

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Excellent regional and national results for Otley are largely due to the continued and growing support from the town. This greater involvement by different groups and individuals is making a real difference to the town, which now appears much more cared for and attractive. For more information contact Sylvia Reid 0845 009 7642

For anyone that finds it difficult to get around, Otley Town Council has an excellent solution. The Town Council runs it’s own Shopmobility Scheme and is a member of the National Federation of Shopmobility, which aims to help people with mobility difficulties.
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Otley Courthouse is a unique development, run by local people. A redundant nineteenth century magistrates court has been transformed into a unique 'arts and resource centre' for our community. The building is fully accessible - a place where people of all ages and abilities can try things out, get access to advice and support, have fun and discover more about their talents. Local groups can come to borrow equipment, rehearse, hold meetings and events, access training and have the opportunity to work together in new ways. To find out more about hiring a room or what's on visit our web site

www.courthouseproject.org.uk

The opening hours are:-
Monday 10am – 7pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Friday 9am – 7pm
Sat 9am -4pm
Sun 11am - 3pm
Tel: 01943 462485

Otley Victorian Fayre has all of the usual steam traction engines, barrel organs, street entertainment and stalls for Charity groups and for businesses. The chosen charity this year is 'First Responder' which helps people who have a heart attack receive prompt and potentially life saving treatment as quickly as possible.For more information please contact Trevor Backhouse tel 01943 46792

Previous years carnivals have featured It's a Knock Out' Competitions ( teams of 8 people over 18years of age), Children's colouring competition,Carnival Queen,Parade of Floats & Side stalls. More information contact:

tel: 01943 466413

The Otley Black Sheep Folk Festival is one of the best folk festivals in Britain and very much a family festival with something for everyone. Find out more at www.otleyfolkfestival.com Tel: 01943 464858

The Otley Show started in 1796 over 200 years ago and is the first major agricultural show of the season. It attracts 15,000 visitors with exhibitors in Cattle, Sheep, Horses, Goats, Poultry, Pigeons, Rabbits, Dogs, Produce, Handicrafts, Floral Art and Farriers.