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Housebuilder acquires parcel of land in Harrogate
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Housebuilder acquires parcel of land in Harrogate

Yorkshire housebuilder Newett Homes has completed the purchase of a 1.5-acre plot of land in Harrogate to extend its existing sold-out development, The Pastures. Located on Otley Road, the extension of The Pastures neighbourhood will be a boutique development of nine energy-efficient homes in an established and highly desirable location on the south-west edge of the town. With a gross development value of around £5 million, the scheme will comprise a collection of three, four and five-bedroo

The Editor21 Jul 2026
Yorkshire Businesswomen bring the curriculum to life through alfresco learning
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Yorkshire Businesswomen bring the curriculum to life through alfresco learning

Primary school children from St John’s Church of England Primary School in Wakefield, West Yorkshire welcomed Wakefield and Rothwell MP Simon Lightwood to an outdoor learning workshop they were hosting being delivered by Alfresco Learning - a Yorkshire-founded education company dedicated to taking the National Curriculum outside all year round. Alfresco Learning was founded in 2019 by former primary school teachers Hollie Hindle and Jenny Wood, who wanted to make outdoor learning accessible, p

The Editor20 Jul 2026
The Fashion Ball returns to Leeds Dock for its biggest reunion yet
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The Fashion Ball returns to Leeds Dock for its biggest reunion yet

After nearly three decades of bringing together business leaders, professionals, creatives and charities from across the region, The Fashion Ball is returning to Leeds Dock on Thursday 4th February 2027 for what organisers are calling its "Big Reunion". Since its launch, The Fashion Ball has become one of Yorkshire's most established business and charity events, helping raise over £840,649 for multiple charities while providing a platform for hundreds of businesses, leaders and individuals to

The Editor16 Jul 2026
Summer of sport fun day comes to Shipley
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Summer of sport fun day comes to Shipley

Families are invited to enjoy a free day of sport, entertainment and community activities in Shipley on Saturday 18 July, as part of the town's popular Summer Special event. Organised by Shipley Town Council, the event will take place from 11am to 3pm and features a packed programme of sport-inspired activities, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and an outdoor market. All activities are free and open to everyone. Highlights include: * Free skateboarding lessons in the Market Square c

The Editor16 Jul 2026
The hills are alive with the sound of Aubergine
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The hills are alive with the sound of Aubergine

Opera North has partnered with Leeds-based PR and content agency Aubergine to deliver a targeted influencer campaign for its summer musical The Sound of Music, which opened on 9th July at the Grand Theatre in Leeds. Aubergine, founded by former journalists, is working with Opera North to create a series of story-led content moments and bespoke influencer collaborations in the lead-up to opening night. The agency also worked to secure 10 top tier influencers to attend the show itself, designe

The Editor15 Jul 2026
Merrion Centre welcomes ‘The Mini Mall’
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Merrion Centre welcomes ‘The Mini Mall’

The Merrion Centre is set to become the home of an exciting new retail and food destination this summer, as The Mini Mall launches its flagship venue in the heart of Leeds’ Arena Quarter. The 4,885 sq ft ground-floor space will introduce a fresh, community-led retail concept dedicated entirely to independent Yorkshire brands, artisan producers, and local food creators. Operating as a premium 'satellite department store', The Mini Mall provides established independent businesses with fully st

The Editor13 Jul 2026

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Fancy a G&T? August networking with Yorkshire Businesswoman
01Jul 7, 2026

Fancy a G&T? August networking with Yorkshire Businesswoman

Join us on Friday 7th August from 3pm until 5pm for our August networking event at: Tailors Gin Bar, Grand Arcade, Leeds. As well as great networking with members and guests, guests will enjoy a welcome drink before settling down to listen to our guest speaker, Yorkshire Businesswoman member Jamila, owner of Tailors Gin who has a fascinating story about her career to share with us. This is one not to miss. Members can reserve a place by emailing dd@yorkshirebusinesswoman.co.uk Guests can

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80's Weekender comes to Blackpool
02Jul 7, 2026

80's Weekender comes to Blackpool

The 80’s Weekender is taking place this Summer in BlackpoolWinter Gardens on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th September with a star-studded line-up for the Ultimate 80s celebration in the North West. The line-up features an iconic collection of 80’s British artists and bands, shaping the soundtrack of that decade. Acts performing across the weekend include ABC, Kim Wilde, Go West, The Christians, Katrina, Johnny Hates Jazz and Hue & Cry. Joining the bill is pop favourite Nik Kershaw, whose global

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Join us for Summer networking & BBQ at Dakota Leeds
03Jul 6, 2026

Join us for Summer networking & BBQ at Dakota Leeds

Join us on 23rd July for our annual Summer BBQ on the fabulous terrace at Dakota Hotel Leeds. The event starts at 3pm with a welcome drink, followed by a BBQ and networking, concluding around 6pm. The event is open to both members and non-members, Yorkshire Businesswoman and Yorkshire Businessman as well as guests. The cost is just £30 for members, £35 for non-members. Places will be limited. To reserve your place, guests can click on the link to the right, members sign in for the discount

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Looking forward to a busy and prosperous 2026!
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Looking forward to a busy and prosperous 2026!

As 2025 comes to a close, attention turns to new beginning in every aspect of our lives but particularly in business as we all prepare for what we hope will be a happy and prosperous New Year. 2026 will see some changes for Yorkshire Businesswoman, exciting changes I might add as we have sourced new venues, we have new ideas and new offers to help your businesses grow. 2026 is the perfect time to sign up as a Yorkshire Businessman member if you want your business to grow and thrive with not jus

A Novel Lunch - did you miss this treat?
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A Novel Lunch - did you miss this treat?

The 15th of October saw us launch 'A Novel Lunch' at Bibis Italian Restaurant in the heart of Leeds. All our lovely members and guests were invited and if you didn't book, you missed a real treat. Hosted by the popular author, presenter, joke writer and Yorkshire Businesswoman ambassador Milly Johnson, our first guest author was Suzan Holder, wife of Noddy from 70s glam rock band Slade. Suzan's new book, What Would Dolly Do is about a Dolly Parton tribute who has stage fright! This must read b

Is it me or is booking a train confusing?
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Is it me or is booking a train confusing?

Now that I have moved house, I will be a regular user of trains to get me back to Leeds for the many events we hold for Yorkshire Businesswoman and TopicUK. But, I have yet to get my head around the whole booking system! I wanted to reserve a train to get me from Cheshire to Leeds, simple, well you would think so! I have to change trains in Manchester but I don't think Trainline / Transpennine could make it more complicated if they tried! I have studied the many e-tickets they have sent me v

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Summer of sport fun day comes to Shipley
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Summer of sport fun day comes to Shipley

Families are invited to enjoy a free day of sport, entertainment and community activities in Shipley on Saturday 18 July, as part of the town's popular Summer Special event. Organised by Shipley Town Council, the event will take place from 11am to 3pm and features a packed programme of sport-inspired activities, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and an outdoor market. All activities are free and open to everyone. Highlights include: * Free skateboarding lessons in the Market Square c

Korean Beauty store moida set to arrive at Trinity Leeds
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Korean Beauty store moida set to arrive at Trinity Leeds

Trinity Leeds is set to welcome beauty retailer moida, bringing the finest handpicked Korean skincare to the heart of the city. The store will offer guests an extensive range of authentic K-beauty products from brands such as Dr. Althea, Beauty of Joseon, Tirtir, Medicube, Biodance and many more. Named after the Korean word meaning ’to gather’ or ‘come together’, moida aims to connect people through the joy of K-beauty and make skincare simple, accessible, and enjoyable. Curated by a team

Lisa Riley MBE among winners of Yorkshire Pride in Diversity Awards
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Lisa Riley MBE among winners of Yorkshire Pride in Diversity Awards

Yorkshire charities and social enterprises have been celebrated at the region’s second Pride in Diversity Awards, held at Leeds’ First Direct Bank Arena. The awards aim to highlight work across Yorkshire to support members of the community who face additional barriers when accessing public services and employment, or simply enjoying daily life. This can be due to a range of factors, including race, neurodiversity, disability, sexuality, and gender identity. Recipients included Lisa Riley MBE

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Leeds gears up for its biggest wellbeing week 1 - 7 June 2026
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Leeds gears up for its biggest wellbeing week 1 - 7 June 2026

Over 30 wellbeing events have been confirmed for a week-long festival to improve the wellbeing of people across the city of Leeds. The final programme has been confirmed for Monday 1st June to Saturday 7th June, and attendees can expect workshops on mental health, neurodiversity, stress and burnout, as well as activities including laughter and deep house yoga, meditation, sound baths, and forest bathing. Leeds Wellbeing Week 2026 is run by HelloHope and supported by headline sponsor EGYM Hus

Walking back to happiness on the Mulgrave Estate
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Walking back to happiness on the Mulgrave Estate

The award-winning Mulgrave Estate has launched the Mulgrave Walks, a collection of three brand-new routes through some of the most beautiful and varied landscapes in North Yorkshire. The three interlinked walks, The Mulgrave Way, Foss Mill Crossing and Guard House Way, are the brainchild of Lord Normanby, (the author Constantine Phipps), who owns the Mulgrave Estate. Together, these waymarked walks take in a rich mix of woodland, farmland, heritage features, as well as far-reaching views acr

Great Yorkshire Show throws open its celebration of cheese
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Great Yorkshire Show throws open its celebration of cheese

A celebration of Yorkshire’s love of cheese is being extended to food businesses across the county and beyond during the countdown to this year’s Great Yorkshire Show. Entries for the Cheese and Dairy Show at the 2026 Great Yorkshire Show are now open, featuring three digital classes for the very first time in the Show’s history, specifically to find the Champion Cheese Board, Grazing Platter and Cheese Celebration Cake. By taking these classes digital, the Show’s organisers are setting out

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RBA now twice as likely to hike interest rate as US-Iran war drives fuel prices higher

Experts warn global energy market at a ‘critical juncture’ with escalating Middle East crisis expected to further drag on a slowing Australian economy Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The likelihood of a Reserve Bank interest rate hike has doubled according to market forecasts, as the escalating Middle East crisis once again drives fuel prices higher amid dwindling global oil reserves. The total breakdown in the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has sent the international Brent crude benchmark surging by 23% over the past two weeks and back within reach of $US90 a barrel. Continue reading...

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