Entrepreneurs Yorkshire twins behind Buttercrumble reveal struggle as they launch branding book A PAIR of Yorkshire ‘twinpreneurs’ have revealed how they felt the need to hide their identity in order to break into the creative sector. Chloe and Abigail Baldwin are the brains behind Buttercrumble, a branding, illustration and graphic design business launched following their graduation from Leeds University in 2017. Now By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Yorkshire Sculpture Park invites Kirklees residents to a free weekend of art and nature Award-winning visitor attraction Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is offering a special opportunity for people who live in Kirklees to visit for free on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 November. Thanks to a new partnership between Kirklees Council and neighbouring YSP anyone with a Kirklees postcode is invited to book free By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Northern Ballet brings Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol to Yorkshire Northern Ballet will spread Christmas cheer across Yorkshire when the Company brings Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to three Yorkshire theatres as part of a new national tour. Opening at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre from 7 – 9 November, the tour heads to Hull New Theatre from 12 - 16 November and By The Editor • 1 min read
(L-R) – Vicky and Ben Ellis, Karen and Mark Gatenby Business Family-owned farm shop to host world class chocolate demonstration A well-known farm shop and café located between Bedale and Northallerton is hosting a chocolate-making demonstration on Monday 4th November, delivered by world class chocolatier, Ben Ellis. Having recently begun stocking Ben Ellis’ products, farm shop owners Mark and Karen Gatenby have worked with husband and wife team, Ben and By The Editor • 1 min read
Events Join Yorkshire Businesswoman for our annual Christmas lunch Join us on Friday 6th December from 12 noon for the Yorkshire Businesswoman Christmas Lunch, at the Royal Armouries in Leeds. Starting from 12 noon, members and guests will enjoy a 3 course festive lunch, followed by lots of fun and of course networking. The cost of the three course By The Editor • 1 min read
Business A conversation with Frances Milner, CEO of Leeds United Foundation We are thrilled to announce that Frances Milner, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer at the Leeds United Foundation, will be our distinguished speaker at this Corporate Wisdom event. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Data consultancy welcomes Sam Fearnley as head of people Leeds-based data consultancy company, Oakland, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Fearnley as the new head of people. With a strong background in human resources across diverse sectors, Sam brings a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for creating an environment where people can thrive. Her approach By The Editor • 2 min read
Matthew Darbyshire, Untitled (David), 2023. Courtesy of the artist and Herald St Gallery, London. Photo © Jonty Wilde Fashion and Lifestyle Yorkshire Sculpture Park unveils new art outdoors Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s autumnal landscape provides the perfect backdrop for visitors to see several inspiring artworks set within 500 acres of historic parkland, woodland and lakes. Offering an inspiring day out for nature lovers, art aficionados and walkers alike – it’s the perfect destination to come together and experience By The Editor • 3 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Six-figure restoration project at Yorkshire Sculpture Park Work has begun on a historic cast iron bridge in the heart of YSP thanks to a six-figure grant from Arts Council England (ACE). The Grade II listed Cut Bridge in the 500-acre park is one of only five cast iron bridges left in Yorkshire and the project will help By The Editor • 2 min read
Entrepreneurs New membership launched to help small businesses with their marketing tech York business owner Laura Robson is launching an innovative online membership this month to help small businesses with their marketing tech. Laura, who runs Back Pocket Office, offers a range of tech services, including support with email marketing, building sales funnels and creating online courses. The new Back Pocket Office By The Editor • 2 min read
Entrepreneurs I talk to serial killers for a living. Criminal psychologist, radio host and podcaster Linda Sage is sharing shocking insider knowledge from her work with the UK’s most notorious killers at an online event on 30 October. Linda spent 40 years working in England's top category prisons with the UK’s most notorious criminals, including By The Editor • 1 min read
Business West Yorkshire Combined Authority announced as UKREiiF official Destination Partner The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced that West Yorkshire Combined Authority is the official Destination Partner for the annual event taking place between 20th-22nd May 2025, in Leeds. As the Destination Partner, West Yorkshire Combined Authority will take a prominent role at UKREiiF, with By The Editor • 1 min read
