What does ilkley moor baht 'at mean?

Answer 1

Ilkley, a small town in the West Riding of Yorkshire

Moor, a peat wetland hillside usually over limestone

baht, Yorkshire slang for "without"

'at, Yorkshire shortning for "hat"

put "baht 'at" together = "without a hat"

so on Ilkley Moor without a hat

you'll get killed by the cold

be buried there

the worms will eat you up

the ducks will eat up the worms

the singer will eat the ducks

so that's what happens

if you go Ilkley Moor without a hat ...

First song I was taught, and taught at 5 years old

living near Ilkley Moor as a precaution to wrap up warm if I went out.

"Ay oop, ee's a grand lad in't 'at in't ee?"

Answer 2

The phrase "Ilkley Moor baht 'at" is Yorkshire dialect meaning "Ilkley Moor without a hat." It refers to the dangers of being caught on the moor without protection from the elements, particularly a hat, due to the unpredictable and harsh weather conditions. The phrase is often used to warn people of the importance of being prepared for the conditions on the moor.