Castle Howard’s Christmas events to star in Channel 4 documentary series
Castle Howard’s Christmas events will feature in a new Channel 4 documentary series, ‘A Very British Christmas’. The programme is a three-part series following designers Adrian Lillie and Charlotte Lloyd Webber from CLW Event Design as they create festive experiences for iconic British stately homes, with one episode dedicated to Castle Howard’s extravaganza. The Castle…
Businesses collaborate with childcare providers to celebrate National Tree Week
The team at a Bradford-based garden centre group has collaborated with its managed print supplier to celebrate National Tree Week with a childcare provider in Wakefield. Yorkshire Garden Centres, owner of Tong, Tingley, Bingley, Otley and Pennine Garden Centres, plus Dean’s York and Scarborough, has partnered with Oyster to provide the Nurtured Childcare group of…
Bradford College honours higher education students at annual graduation ceremony
A remarkable 373 higher education students gathered at The Life Centre to take part in the 2025 Bradford College graduation ceremony. This is the first year that all Bradford College higher education students attended the same graduation, making it the largest ceremony ever held to date. The annual event brought together special guests, family members,…
Graduation Day 25th November 2025
The countdown is on! On Tuesday 25 November, we’ll be coming together at the iconic Central Hall Westminster, London to celebrate the achievements of our apprentice graduates. This year’s cohorts have shown incredible commitment and talent throughout their programmes, and we couldn’t be more proud of everything they’ve accomplished. Their success is a reflection of…
Lantern parade lights up Festival of the Dead
More than 200 people paid tribute to their loved ones at a lantern parade held in a Bradford district park. The Festival of the Dead parade, organised by the University of Bradford in collaboration with Cecil Green Arts, Bradford Death Cafe and Kynd, was at Northcliffe Park, Shipley, on Sunday 16 November. Following a parade…
Online auction launches to support Tiny Lives Appeal
York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity has launched an online auction to help raise funds for the Tiny Lives Appeal, supporting the Neonatal Unit at York Hospital. Local businesses and supporters have shown incredible generosity by supporting the appeal which launched earlier this month to support premature babies and their families. This year, the charity hopes…
White Rose and Kidz Klub deliver festive cheer to Leeds families
White Rose Shopping Centre has opened its annual gift donation campaign in support of Leeds based charity Kidz Klub, helping spread the festive spirit in the lead-up to Christmas. Guests are invited to donate toys and gifts suitable for children aged zero to 16 years old, with the 4+ age range most in need, at…
From AI to lego play, startups to expansion overseas, York Business Festival offers something for everyone in the region’s business community
Business leaders, entrepreneurs and industry experts set to gather for week of events at York St John University An expanded and ambitious York Business Festival returns next week with a packed, week-long programme of events. The Festival aims to support, connect and celebrate the region’s business community through a series of talks, workshops, advice clinics,…
Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland opens for its 20th season of festive fun at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York
Celebrating its milestone 20th season in York, Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland opens today with an array of festive touches and colourful surprises. The award-winning outdoor ice rink, funfair and Santa’s Grotto provides a fun-filled winter experience at York Designer Outlet and no end of photo opportunities for all the family. At the Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland lights switch-on last…
Dilettante wins inaugural new music stage at Aesthetica Film Festival
Aesthetica Film Festival is delighted to announce Dilettante as the winner of its first-ever New Music Stage, a showcase of the UK’s most exciting emerging musical talent. Dubbed the “UK’s version of SXSW,” the festival brings together music, film, games, and XR in one immersive environment, providing a unique platform for collaboration, discovery, and cultural exchange. This…
YorEnergy retrofit event to help York and North Yorkshire residents cut bills and make homes warmer
Residents across York and North Yorkshire are invited to discover how to make their homes warmer, greener, and cheaper to run at the YorEnergy Retrofit Futures event on Tuesday 25 November 2025 at York Guildhall. The event also marks the public launch of YorEnergy, a new end-to-end home retrofit service developed through the Retrofit One…
Female Founders boosted by Bradford start-up event
Female-led innovation took centre stage at the University of Bradford’s Demo Day, showcasing some of the region’s most promising start-ups. Among the 20 start-ups on display were Lotessa, a digital health platform founded by Tsitsi Chinyandura, and X-Trim, a wearable fitness device developed by Lucy Finn. The event marks the culmination of the Bradford-Renduchintala Enterprise…
There is no place like this home: Castle Howard opens their Oz-tastic Christmas extravaganza
The iconic North Yorkshire stately home is transformed into Oz, until 4th January Castle Howard has opened their 2025 Christmas event, Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The 300-year-old House becomes an immersive Christmas experience, dressed in set pieces, decorations, floristry, projections, lighting and sound, set to delight tens of thousands of…
Winners Announced at Aesthetica Film Festival 2025
The BAFTA-Qualifying Aesthetica Film Festival has concluded its landmark 15th anniversary edition, announcing this year’s award-winning filmmakers — a new generation of talent poised to shape the future of screen culture. For 15 years, Aesthetica has been the home of new voices in film, where tomorrow’s BAFTA and Oscar nominees and winners are first discovered. Across five transformative days, from 5-9 November…
York celebrates its amazing care leavers as part of National Care Leavers’ Month
City of York Council is celebrating the positive impact young people leaving care have on communities across the city during National Care Leavers’ Month (November). The month-long event aims to raise awareness and celebrate care leavers, with this year’s theme being “Rising as Me: Overcoming challenges, transforming, and finding your identity”. Around 30 young people…
Strongman says ‘I Do’ before national competition
A former University of Bradford student has undergone a different type of build-up to compete in this year’s England’s Strongest Man by getting married and going on honeymoon. George Smith, 27, who studied BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Cyber Security at the University, is taking part in the televised strongman contest on Sunday 9 November, after he…
York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity’s first golf day raises over £10,000 for hospital breast unit
Eighty golfers from across the area teed off for a sell-out charity golf day supporting York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity. Held on Thursday 2 October at the stunning Sandburn Hall near York, the event was hailed a huge success by the Charity, with local businesses and community supporters uniting to make a real difference. Proceeds…
Aesthetica Film Festival 2025: The UK’s Premier Screen & Media Event Opens This Week
This November, the BAFTA-Qualifying Aesthetica Film Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary, reaffirming its position as the UK’s leading screen and media event. Taking place from 5–9 November 2025, the festival brings together filmmakers, industry leaders, and audiences from across the country in a bold celebration of storytelling, innovation, and creative excellence. Transforming York into a national hub for the creative…
York’s Remembrance Sunday parade and service
The Rt Hon Lord Mayor of York, Councillor Martin Rowley BEM, the Civic Party and City of York Council will pay their respects at York’s official Remembrance Sunday service and parade. On Sunday 9 November, the parade will leave Clifford’s Tower at 10.20am and make its way to the City War Memorial via the Mansion House. The…
York Talk Money fortnight
York residents can access a wealth of information and support that could save them £1000s as part of this autumn’s York Talk Money fortnight (3-16 November). Run by City of York Council and partners across the city, including Citizens Advice, Peasholme Charity, Age UK, York Energy Advice and OCAY, the regular event aims to help…
Trinity Leeds and White Rose seek accessibility feedback this Purple Tuesday
Trinity Leeds and White Rose shopping centres will mark Purple Tuesday on 4th November, raising awareness of the challenges that disabled shoppers can face as well as engaging with guests to explore ways to make the centres more accessible. Purple Tuesday is an annual initiative which looks to improve the customer experience for disabled people…
Dubai Airshow 2025: Guyson are elevating their global presence to new heights
Guyson International, global leaders in surface finishing solutions, are proud to announce that they will be exhibiting at Dubai Airshow 2025, taking place from the 17th – 21st November, at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site. This prestigious event, recognised as the premier global platform for innovation in the aerospace, space and defence industry, will host more…
Mental health campaigner leads business summit on resilience
An award-winning mental health campaigner will be among the speakers at an MBA Summit on resilience held at the University of Bradford. Luke Ambler, co-founder of Andy’s Man Club, will discuss how to instil resilience in individuals, their career and their workplace at the University’s MBA Summit held on Friday 21 November. The Summit’s theme…
North Yorkshire and Humber families urged to offer a ‘Welcome Home’ this National Adoption Week
City of York Council and One Adoption North and Humber — the regional adoption agency for York, North Yorkshire and the Humber — are calling on local people to think about giving a child a “welcome home” this National Adoption Week (20–26 October). This year’s campaign challenges the idea that adoptive families need to be…
Over 150 locals bring scarecrow magic to Harewood House this October Half Term
At Harewood we’re passionate about sharing our stunning House, Grounds and Gardens with as many people as possible. As a charity ourselves, it’s essential that we’re able to raise funds through tickets, events and membership to put back into the Trust to sustain it. However, at our core and in line with our values, it…
Damp & Mould Action and Awareness Week
Damp & Mould Action and Awareness Week (21–25 October 2025) shines a spotlight on the importance of tackling damp and mould in homes — an issue that continues to affect the health and wellbeing of many residents across the UK. This year’s campaign takes on even greater significance as social landlords prepare for the introduction of Awaab’s…
Harrogate entrepreneur Valentina Hynes brings culture, community and enterprise together at Kakaki by V14
On 2 October 2025, Harrogate came alive in a celebration like no other. Kakaki by V14, founded and produced by Valentina Hynes, Founder & CEO of SVH Inc. CIC, transformed The Oatlands (HG2 8BU) into a vivid stage of colour, rhythm and storytelling, where culture, community and enterprise danced together in perfect harmony. Timed to…
Skate into the festive season: White Rose ice rink to return for 2025
White Rose Shopping Centre’s magical Christmas ice rink is returning due to popular demand this festive season, open from 20th November until 4th January 2026. The family-friendly attraction returns this year with more events and offers than ever before: fun themed events will take place throughout the season, as well as regular Friday Disco Nights plus special…
Green Business Forum focus on Energy bills as they celebrate their second anniversary
With October marking the second anniversary of the formation of the York Green Business Forum the group are celebrating by hosting their upcoming event focussing on energy bills. The event is taking place as part of York Environment Festival 2025, and aims to help businesses across the city tackle their energy bills and learn how…
Yasper supports trio of Bradford cultural projects
Leeds-based PR agency Yasper has been appointed to provide media relations support for a trio of creative and community projects in Bradford, the 2025 City of Culture. The work has already seen the agency generate regional and national awareness of the inaugural Leeds Road festival, which organisers estimated attracted 25,000 visitors over three days. Yasper’s…
Pumpkin Trails and Peppa Pig: free half-term fun at White Rose
White Rose Shopping Centre is set to welcome Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, and recent arrival baby Evie Pig as part of a meet-and-greet event this October half term. The event takes place on Saturday 1st November in White Rose’s Central Atrium, and guests must book free tickets in advance to secure admittance to the events….
Run For All announces Clarion as title sponsor for Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon RELAY
Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All, one of the UK’s largest non-profit event’s companies, have welcomed Clarion Solicitors as the title sponsor for RELAY, after a hugely a successful debut. Taking place on Sunday 10th May, alongside the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, the RELAY element offers a team-based way to take part in this iconic event….
Pontefract youngster wins competition to help Santa switch on Britain’s Biggest Lemax Winter Village
A five year old from Ackworth has helped make history by launching the UK’s biggest single display of Lemax collectables. Thomas Kerry won a competition to help Santa switch on the Lemax Winter Village at Tingley Garden Centre following an appeal for someone to help Santa make the village come alive. Thomas was nominated by…
Care-experienced young people from York applauded at film’s world premiere
The contribution made by care-experienced young people from York to a film about fostering, was acknowledged at its world premiere yesterday (Thursday 9 October). Members of City of York Council’s Children’s Services teams and a local care-experienced young person attended the first screening of ‘The Run’, the seventh fostering awareness film produced by award-winning producers…
Celebrate the season in sparkling style at Harewood: Festive Afternoon Tea and exclusive Nyetimber Dining Experience announced
This Christmas, Harewood invites guests to step into a world of festive elegance with the launch of its Festive Afternoon Tea, running from 8 November to 4 January, and an exclusive evening of fine dining with Nyetimber on 5 December. Set against the backdrop of Harewood’s enchanting Grand Christmas Ball, Festive Afternoon Tea offers a…
York celebrates the work of its amazing carers during Kinship Carers Week (6-12 October)
Kinship Care Week (6-12 October) is a national week of awareness, recognition and celebration of kinship families. Kinship care is when a child who cannot be raised by their parents lives with a relative or a close, connected adult, such as a friend or neighbour, instead of being placed into foster care or children’s home. Kinship…
Accu fasteners drive innovation at London’s robotic salad bar
Huddersfield-based precision engineering component supplier Accu has supported robotics start-up KAIKAKU with the development of Fusion, a modular robotic food assembly line designed and built in London. Now running daily at KAIKAKU’s flagship site, Common Room in London’s Brunswick Centre, Fusion is transforming how fresh, made-to-order meals are prepared in quick-service restaurants. Founded in 2023, KAIKAKU set out…
International graffiti artist transforms Bradford College building with striking mural
The Bradford College ATC building had a striking makeover when internationally acclaimed artist Shamsia Hassani paid the campus a special visit. The ‘Progression to Learning and Work’ building was chosen as the canvas for an incredible new mural by Shamsia, the first female graffiti artist of Afghanistan. The inspirational work is the result of the Bradford 2025 UK…
Remember lost loved ones at park lantern parade
People are encouraged to contribute to a commemorative lantern parade held in a park. The Festival of the Dead parade, organised by the University of Bradford in collaboration with Cecil Green Arts, Bradford Death Cafe and Kynd, will be at Northcliffe Park, Shipley, on Sunday 16 November from 17:00 to 19:30. A series of…
UK Small Business Commissioner to launch York Business Festival 2025
Speakers and themes announced for exciting and ambitious programme of public events this November York Business School at York St John University is delighted to announce a packed programme of events for York Business Festival 2025. Alongside invited expert speakers and hosts, the Festival is a showcase of the support that York Business School and…
Outstanding student achievements recognised at Leeds College of Building Awards
Leeds College of Building (LCB) students and apprentices from the 2024/2025 academic year have been honoured at the annual BIG (Building Industry Greats) Awards. More accolades than ever before were handed out, including 44 trophies, seven Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) QUEST Technician Scholarships, and one medal from the British Tunnelling Society Young Members. Virgin…
Glittering launch for the Schofield Sweeney Bradford Professionals Network
Firm hosts almost 200 professionals at Bradford Live Leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney welcomed almost 200 guests to the launch of their Bradford Professionals Network at Bradford Live. The inaugural event, aimed at bringing together businesses and organisations from across the Bradford district to promote and celebrate the city’s business community, was one of…
The Lord Mayor’s invitation to support and attend the Christmas Cheer Receptions
The Lord Mayor and Sheriff of York announce a fundraising concert, an appeal for raffle prizes and the opening of applications to attend the Christmas Cheer Receptions, when 400 of York’s senior residents are invited to join them at the city’s spectacular Assembly Rooms. The annual receptions for residents aged 65 and over, will take place…
Trinity Leeds to launch Student Shopper Sweep event
Leeds students are set for an unforgettable start to the academic year as Trinity Leeds brings back its hugely popular Student Shopper Sweep, packed with shopping sprees, exclusive student offers and heaps of prizes to be won. Inspired by the classic ‘Supermarket Sweep’, lucky students can win the chance to take part in a packed…
Celebrate the Festive Season at Hotel Indigo & Banksia Restaurant, Leeds
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching, and Hotel Indigo Leeds — together with its stylish in-house Banksia Restaurant — is delighted to unveil its Christmas party packages for 2025. Whether you’re planning a corporate celebration, a festive get-together with friends, or a seasonal escape to the city, our carefully crafted packages…
Andrew Jackson welcomes Shadow Minister Robbie Moore MP for keynote event
Regional law firm Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP announces that it will host an event next month which focuses on the future of farming and landed estates, alongside co-hosts Virgin Money, Smailes Goldie, and Dee Atkinson & Harrison. Introduced by Helen Mellors, head of agriculture and landed estates at Andrew Jackson Solicitors, the event will feature…
Bussing Out to hit the road for national tour
An exhibition which spotlights ‘bussing out’ – the social policy of dispersing non-white children in the 1960s and 1970s – is set to go on the road for a national tour thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England funding. Bussing Out, an immersive art installation set in the top deck…
Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland returns to McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York, Celebrating 20 Years of Festive Fun
Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland, the award-winning outdoor ice rink, funfair and Santa’s Grotto, will be returning to McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York from Friday 14th November 2025 to Sunday 4th January 2026, the organisers announced today. This season marks the event’s 20th anniversary since its debut as The Ice Factor on the Eye of York near Clifford’s…