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Wetherby and District Foodbank Says a Heartfelt Thank You to Volunteers During National Volunteers’ Week
Wetherby and District Foodbank is taking the opportunity during National Volunteers’ Week to extend its sincere thanks to the dedicated volunteers who make its work possible all year round.


June, But Make It Local
June has arrived with its usual little lift: doors open, garden chairs back in action, picnic plans forming, and coffee somehow tasting better in the sunshine.


From Kitchen Table to John Lewis: The North Yorkshire Mother-Daughter Duo Building Jewellery Their Way
Six months ago, NinetyOne Jewellery was a newly launched idea, shaped by two women, a shared creative history and a kitchen table in North Yorkshire.


Yorkshire residents invited to open their homes to support children’s hospice this June
People across Yorkshire are being encouraged to host their own events at home this summer, as part of a new fundraising campaign for Martin House Children's Hospice.


Science meets royal scandals at Raworths Salon North!
Have you ever wanted to find out more about the universe, or been intrigued by the scandalous world of royal mistresses? I


New partnership and sponsor boost cultural connections
Connect Yorkshire, a not-for-profit business organisation helping Yorkshire businesses grow, is the latest big-name sponsor to partner with Harrogate International Festivals.


Spectacular ‘Luminarium’ brings magical experience to Harrogate
Luminarium – a giant walk-through art installation – will bring colour, calm and sensory bliss to The Stray in Harrogate this summer.


From handcrafted art to artisan eats - Little Bird Made land in Wetherby this Sunday
The picturesque market town of Wetherby will be showcasing vibrant artisan traders and local creativity as the Little Bird Made Artisan Market returns to the town this Sunday, 10 May from 10am.


Demand brewing as ticket sales surge for The Merchant Adventurers’ Charity Beer Festival
The Merchant Adventurers’ Charity Beer Festival will return to York this summer for the fourth consecutive year on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th July.


York Decluttering Expert Hosts Workshop to inspire action for Mental Health Awareness Week
York-based professional organiser Cher Casey is hosting a live workshop “The Art of Decluttering” on Wednesday 13th May from 7-9pm at Impossible York in City Centre.


Outdoor lighting ideas that change everything
There is something oddly powerful about outdoor lighting.


Cougar Live presents JLS and UB40 feat ALI CAMPBELL coming to Keighley Cougar Park
Cougar Live and Horlock House are delighted to announce the event of the Summer bringing world-class acts to Yorkshire’s Keighley Cougar Park


Martin House hits £2 million retail milestone, helped by surging online sales
Martin House Children’s Hospice has reached a major milestone in its retail operations, generating £2 million in sales over the past year.


Yearsley Swimming Pool’s Swimathon challenge raises more than £2700.00 for charities
Figures confirm that Yearsley Swimming Pool, which is managed by the UK's foremost leisure charitable social enterprise GLL, hosted 66 fundraising challenges for Swimathon 2026, raising a record £2,700.00 for charities.


Dragon Boat Race returns to Leeds this weekend as donations near £850,000
Almost 500 rowers will make a splash for cash this weekend when Martin House Children’s Hospice’s annual Dragon Boat Race returns to Roundhay Park.


Iconic, Multi-Platinum selling band WET WET WET - Intimate Acoustic tour dates for May 2026 coming to ILKLEY
Wet Wet Wet have announced a UK acoustic tour of intimate shows where the majority of venues are located in places that they’ve never played before


TV stars help raise £25,000 for Yorkshire children’s hospice
A star-studded Ladies Lunch has raised more than £25,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice.


Little Bird Made brings creative spirit and local talent to the heart of Wetherby
Get ready to embrace the best of Yorkshire’s creative spirit.


Wetherby dementia event to inspire fresh hope and solidarity for older people and their carers
A free dementia event featuring singing, solidarity and advice will showcase the support available to older people and their carers in Wetherby.


Classical music stars set to shine in Sunday Series grand finale
Not one, but two stellar names from the world of classical music will bring the curtain down on the 2026 Harrogate International Sunday Series in celebratory style later this month.
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