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Otley has been bringing people together for almost 800 years. The story begins in 1227 when King Henry III granted Otley the right to hold a market. This charter helped establish the town as an important centre of trade and community life, attracting merchants, craftspeople and visitors from across the surrounding area. The following year,…

Otley 800 is about much more than looking back at the past. It’s about bringing our community together to celebrate, participate and help shape the next chapter of Otley’s story. There are lots of ways to get involved. If you have an idea for a project, activity or event that would help celebrate Otley’s 800th…

Otley 800 is a once-in-a-generation celebration of our town’s remarkable story. In 1227, Otley was granted a market charter, helping establish the town as a centre of trade and community life. The following year saw the construction of Otley Bridge, strengthening connections across the River Wharfe and shaping the development of the town we know…