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 By The Editor • 2 min read
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 By The Editor • 2 min read
What's on Homelessness charity invites businesses to network in first virtual event A homelessness charity has organised its first virtual networking group as part of its corporate partnership. West Yorkshire-based charity Simon on the Streets will hold the online event on Thursday 6th August at 1-2pm as part of its ‘5 for 5’ corporate support programme. 5 for 5 is designed to By The Editor • 2 min read
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 By The Editor • 5 min read
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 By The Editor • 2 min read
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 By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Vision for the future of colleges launched by Independent Commission This week, the Independent Commission on the College of the Future launched its vision for the future of colleges across the UK: a new bold and ambitious strategic remit for colleges to empower people with opportunities for lifelong learning and support, to boost productivity, and to strengthen every community’s By The Editor • 2 min read
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 By The Editor • 3 min read
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 By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Post lockdown demand for flexible workspace still strong at Wizu Flexible workspace provider Wizu Workspace has reported a growing demand for office space as businesses begin to emerge from lockdown. The Yorkshire-based firm which has workspaces in five locations across the North, claims it has seen an increase in existing and new members wishing to enter flexible contracts in a By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Ditching the dye By silver curve model and fashion writer, Rachel Peru. Is it time to ditch the dye? As we all let out a sigh of relief that our hairdressers are back in business, many women are now having to decide whether or not to embrace their newfound grey streaks or return By The Editor • 5 min read
Entrepreneurs Re-boot, re-cycle - Rachel McLane reveals Scarborough's new-old hotel With 'renew, repurpose and replenish' at the heart of her work, award-winning interior design consultancy Rachel McLane Ltd has just completed the Bike & Boot – Scarborough’s newest hotel. As well as the design and fit-out of the 65 bedrooms, Rachel's Yorkshire-based designers have created eye-catching By The Editor • 4 min read