The Box Tree Restaurant

The Box Tree is a fine dining restaurant and bar on Church Street in the centre of Ilkley. It has been feeding the town since 1962 and has recently been renovated. The kitchen is led by chef patron Brayden Davies, who joined in 2024 after working at The Raby Hunt, Northcote and Grantley Hall, and the menus follow the seasons with Yorkshire produce at their heart.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Not every couple wants a big reception. For a small wedding, a meal here after a register office ceremony or an elopement gives you a properly memorable dinner with your closest people, cooked and served by a small, focused team.

What they offer

• A seasonal tasting menu at dinner, Wednesday to Saturday
• Lunch menus on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• A bar for drinks before or after your meal
• Occasional special dinners and guest events

How they work

Tables are booked online or by phone, and the restaurant opens from Wednesday to Sunday. For a wedding party, speak to the team early about numbers, dates and any dietary needs so they can plan the meal around you. Larger or private bookings are best discussed with the restaurant directly before you fix your plans.

Where they cover

The Box Tree is a restaurant rather than a travelling caterer, so your meal takes place at 35 to 37 Church Street, Ilkley. The railway station is about a five-minute walk away, with direct trains from Leeds and Bradford. There is no private parking, but the town car park sits just behind the building. Ilkley Moor, the Cow and Calf rocks and the riverside are all close by.