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July 27, 2020|Lifestyle

Initiative encourages locals to explore Bradford this summer

“Keeping the sparkle going” is the theme of a new campaign which aims to encourage local people to start exploring Bradford’s hospitality, retail and attractions this summer. Sparkling Bradford is a bi-annual initiative delivered by partners The Broadway Bradford, Bradford Council, Visit Bradford and the Bradford Business Improvement District (BID). It works to boost the visitor economy by showcasing the visitor experience on offer across the district during the summer and the winter seasons.

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July 27, 2020|Lifestyle

Hudd Lit Fest is a White Rose finalist for the third time

The Huddersfield Literature Festival (HLF) has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards for the third time in five years. The Festival has been shortlisted in the Arts & Culture category of the annual awards, a competitive group covering a wide range of organisations, from festivals, arts centres and theatres to stately homes and sculpture parks. This is the third time that HLF has been selected as a finalist in the past five years, having previousl

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July 26, 2020|Lifestyle

Yorkshire family given the Barnsley Chop

It has been 30 years since Yorkshire Shepherdess and busy mum of nine Amanda Owen has visited a hairdresser. Her long hair had almost reached her waist and although it was in good condition, Amanda wanted to have not just a change, but something that would be stylish whilst being practical and easy to manage, suiting her busy lifestyle. Apart from working on her remote Dales farm, Amanda is a published author attending many book signings and events, as well as starring in her own TV series for

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July 24, 2020|Lifestyle

Yorkshire’s Runswick Sands is Britain’s Best Beach

The amazing accolade of Britain’s Best Beach has been given to the spectacular sands at Runswick Bay in North Yorkshire by The Times in their Annual Guide to the Country’s Best Beaches. Here at Welcome to Yorkshire we were never in any doubt that the county’s coast would come out on top. 50 of Britain’s Best Beaches are showcased but Runswick runs away with the top title. Nestled in a bay between the fabulous fishing village of Staithes and wonderful Whitby, Runswick Bay has an unspoilt qualit

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July 24, 2020|Lifestyle

Transformation of Leeds Greek Street complete

Work to transform Greek Street in Leeds city centre into a new-look pedestrianised space has been successfully completed. The project, carried out by Leeds City Council in partnership with businesses, on this popular street known for its bars, restaurants and cafes, has been given a modern, spacious new look, supporting a traffic free and inviting location for more people to enjoy. The transformation includes a new level surface of granite paving, new feature lighting, CCTV and a vehicle acces

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July 23, 2020|Lifestyle

80s classical set for virtual symphonic spectacular

A special virtual concert will showcase some of the biggest stars of the 80s this week as Leeds comes together to ensure the music doesn’t stop. This Friday should have seen 80s icons Jimmy Somerville, Belinda Carlisle, Go West and T’Pau’s Carol Decker all performing live in Leeds on Millennium Square alongside the Orchestra of Opera North for the second instalment of 80s Classical. Unfortunately due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis and the need for safe social distancing, the concert had to

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July 23, 2020|Lifestyle

Yorkshire Sculpture Park set to welcome visitors back on Wednesday 29 July 2020

Yorkshire Sculpture Park has announced that it will reopen its gates 7 days a week between 10am and 6pm. From Wednesday 29 July, visitors will once again be able to enjoy world-class modern and contemporary sculpture in the open air, set within beautiful 18th century landscape. The Underground Gallery will be open, where visitors can view the vibrant, major exhibition by leading Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos and the physical gallery shop will be open for business as well as online. Over t

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July 16, 2020|Lifestyle

Make your garden work for you this summer

As we’ve now all spent almost four months in our homes and gardens thanks to lockdown, we’ve had time to notice whether they’re doing the job or whether they could be improved. For inspiration, West Yorkshire homebuilder Harron Homes has teamed up with one of its customers and Instagram blogger Carla Courtney to provide other homeowners with some top tips on how to transform a new home’s outdoor space. The 32-year-old healthcare professional and Instagrammer said, “With the beautiful weather w

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July 15, 2020|Lifestyle

Rescue centre ‘feline’ much better following donation from pet food business

True Instinct, experts in natural pet food has donated over 60 bags of cat food to Heronbank Rescue in Leeds, helping to provide relief to those caring for cats during these difficult times. Heronbank Rescue aims to help cats and kittens recover from difficult situations, whether that may be abandonment, neglected or abused. The team are fully committed to giving them the immediate medical care, love and eventually, a loving home that they need and deserve. So far in 2020 alone, the centre has

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July 8, 2020|Lifestyle

Building improvements confirmed for 24 Yorkshire schools

Property consultant Eddisons has secured £30m to improve buildings at 76 academy schools across the UK under the Government’s Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) programme. Schools in line for upgrades include 24 in Yorkshire, set to receive a total of £10m worth of improvement works. New funding for the latest round of schools projects in Yorkshire will include £1.5m for the refurbishment of Stokesley School in North Yorkshire’s sixth form block and a new roof and cladding for its sports hall. Ov

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July 7, 2020|Lifestyle

Interior Design for everyone

By Leanne Pollard from Hattie Lloyd Home Interior Design is for everyone Ella De Wastney shares her journey from the fashion industry to owning an Interior Design studio and explains why interior design REALLY is for everyone. I walked down Gillygate in York, which for once was not gridlocked with traffic. This road is full of lovely independent cafes, restaurants and shops which were mostly closed due to lockdown. The subdued vibe to the street vanished as soon as I arrived outside Ella De

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July 1, 2020|Lifestyle

Council releases guidance ahead of hospitality venues reopening in Leeds

Leeds City Council has issued guidance for residents, visitors and businesses as hospitality and entertainment venues prepare to reopen this weekend. From Saturday July 4, restaurants, bars, leisure and entertainment venues can reopen as part of the latest relaxation of restrictions due to Covid-19. Working with representatives of the businesses concerned as well as partners and stakeholders, the council has been planning for the resumption of trading with a range of measures focused on suppor

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