Business Yorkshire toy shop is one of Britain’s best Ilkley based indie toy shop Games Crusade has been honoured in a national UK’s Favourite Local Business competition. The retailer is part of the Ilkley Gift Card scheme An independent toy retailer has been recognised as one of the UK’s Favourite Local Businesses in a national competition organised By The Editor • 2 min read
Business The purrfect present to commemorate much-loved pets this Christmas Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) has opened its famed Walk of Art 2 to officially allow pets to be featured for the first time. YSP’s Walk of Art 2 is the perfect opportunity to become a permanent part of the Park with name spaces now available on the next batch By The Editor • 1 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Matt Goss announces dates for his new UK tour Phil McIntyre Live announce that ‘The New King of Las Vegas’ and award-winning musician Matt Goss will embark upon a brand-new tour for 2025. Matt Goss: The Hits & More will be a celebration of all Matt has achieved in his music career and beyond. Kicking off on the 7th By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Sharing the Smartworks magic Over 180 guests gathered on in mid November, at the Leeds Marriott Hotel to celebrate Yorkshire’s vibrant fashion scene and the transformative work of Smart Works Leeds. The charity, which empowers women to succeed in job interviews through styling and coaching, hosted this memorable evening to recognise both the By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Enchanting Christmas trail brings festive cheer to Bradford city centre This festive season, Bradford City Centre is transforming into a winter wonderland with a magical, family-friendly Christmas Trail! From 3rd December to 5th January, residents and visitors can enjoy festive-themed window displays and a unique nutcracker adventure – all for free! Ten large nutcrackers are positioned across various locations across the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Sandsend Ceramics celebrates Christmas in new studio Local ceramic artist Moya Suckling is preparing for a festive season like no other, celebrating Christmas in her newly relocated studio at the heart of Sandsend, near Whitby. The flourishing Sandsend Ceramics business, known for its handcrafted pottery inspired by the stunning local surroundings, has moved into the newly refurbished By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle North Home's new Leeds concept store now open Homeware-lovers rejoice with the opening of the new designer four-storey concept store by North Home. The Nordic-inspired retailer has expanded with a new store in County Arcade in the Victoria Quarter. Bursting with designer collections in furniture, ceramics, kitchenware, lighting, skin care, and much more, the store promises to bring By The Editor • 1 min read
Entrepreneurs Art teacher & entrepreneur heads up the big Christmas craft Entrepreneurial art teacher and founder of Calm Creations Club, Steph Nelson, 27, from Morley, has launched ‘The Big Christmas Craft’, a heartwarming initiative that brings together over 500 children from local primary schools and community groups across West Yorkshire, to design and create Christmas cards for older people in local By The Editor • 3 min read
Entrepreneurs Award-winning cheesemonger a new arrival at Sunny Bank Mills An inspirational French cheesemonger has opened at the award-winning Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, near Leeds. Metz Cheesemonger is owned by Emmanuelle Metz who has more than a decade of experience of selling cheese in both Yorkshire and France. Emmanuelle’s shop is beautifully situated at the front of the By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Conference Leeds appoints business development manager to boost city’s conferencing profile Conference Leeds has welcomed a new addition to the team as Carine Mills joins as business development manager. As the official convention bureau for the city, Conference Leeds’ newest appointment will play an instrumental role in identifying and attracting national and international conferences to the city to strengthen the wider By The Editor • 2 min read
Entrepreneurs Yorkshire’s Amelia Peckham listed in prestigious Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 2024 This year’s Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 list has been announced and includes Amelia Peckham, Co-founder of Yorkshire business Cool Crutches & Walking Sticks. Recognised for their work as a disability changemaker, Amelia is being celebrated as one of the 100 most influential disabled individuals in the UK and By The Editor • 3 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Christmas markets in full swing as city kickstarts festive season Festive cheer is back in Leeds city centre as the Christmas Markets are officially back, after proving a huge hit last year. Running from November 22 the citywide event is bringing exciting attractions for all ages, including around 80 traditional stalls from international, national and local traders, together with an By The Editor • 2 min read
