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June 17, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

Are you ready to dive into Mamma Mia?

The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! returns to Leeds Grand Theatre from Tue 16 – Sat 27 June 2026 as it celebrates its 25th anniversary – and the ‘Flipper Boys’ are already making waves! From West End to global phenomenon, MAMMA MIA! is Judy Craymer’s ingenious vision of staging the storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs with a sunny, funny tale of a mother, a daughter and three possible dads unfolding on a Greek island idyll. The 25th anniversary tour cast is led by Jenn Griff

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June 16, 2026|Events

Rise Up Networking launches summer social at Habbibi, Victoria Gate

Rise Up Networking is inviting Yorkshire’s business community to swap the usual networking format for an evening of celebration, connection and fun at its first Summer Social. Taking place on Wednesday 1st July at Habbibi in Victoria Gate, Leeds, the event is open to both men and women and will bring together business owners, professionals, clients, colleagues and friends for an evening that combines networking with a genuine party atmosphere. Guests can expect delicious food, a live DJ, fun

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June 15, 2026|Events

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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June 15, 2026|Business

New partnership rounds up ‘shop local’ gifts for the end of term

People can now group collect, fee-free, for the Bradford City Centre Gift Card. Business leaders say they hope the move will divert teacher gift spending into the local economy. A new partnership between Bradford BID, Miconex, and GiftRound will simplify group collecting for the Bradford City Centre Gift Card in time for the end of the school year. From now, people will be able to set up a group collection for the Bradford City Centre Gift Card www.bradfordgiftcard.com and redeem as a digita

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June 11, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

Homebuilder highlights family homes for sale in Bridlington

The leading housebuilder is encouraging property seekers in East Yorkshire, or those looking to move to the coast, to consider its collection of three bedroom Ellerton and Howden homes. The homes offer a fantastic opportunity for families or young professionals looking to step onto the property ladder. Designed for modern living, the homes have spacious, open-plan layouts, prioritising natural light with large windows and French doors leading to the garden. The homes also feature two double be

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June 11, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

First look inside Domo Leeds as Sardinian restaurant opens its doors

Award-winning Sardinian restaurant Domo has officially opened its first Leeds venue, welcoming its first customers to the landmark Tower Works development on the city’s South Bank. The highly anticipated restaurant opened on Friday, June 5, bringing its signature blend of authentic Sardinian cuisine, aperitivo culture and warm hospitality to Leeds for the first time. Guests can now experience Domo’s vibrant canal-side setting, complete with a striking central bar, open kitchen and interiors

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June 11, 2026|Business

Learn how to use photos to gain media coverage

Yorkshire business owners invited to new Picture Perfect PR webinar to learn how to use photos to gain media coverage Yorkshire PR experts Linda Harrison and Jo Leatham have joined forces with national journalist Alex Lloyd and press photographer David Harrison to deliver a practical online masterclass explaining the power of photography for PR. Picture Perfect PR is a new online event for business owners taking place live on Wednesday, 1 July at 11am. Business owners, freelancers and brand

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June 11, 2026|Business

Dean Clough to host production for third series of hit TV show

Dean Clough, the 22-acre mixed-use destination in Halifax, has been selected for the second time as the main production base for hit TV show High Hoops. The award-winning comedy, which stars Peep Show’s Robert Webb and Isy Suttie, previously utilised the Dean Clough mill complex as a base for operations for the second series. Independent production company, Can Can Productions has secured a temporary lease for 5,000 sq ft of space for storage, costumes and set production with filming due to

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June 10, 2026|Business

Ward Hadaway appoints tax partner as corporate team expands

Leeds law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Nicola Williams as Partner advising on corporate tax and share incentives, bolstering the firm’s specialist tax expertise. She will work closely with clients across the firms national network of offices in Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Teesside. Recognised by The Legal 500 as a Next Generation Partner, Nicola advises on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, reorganisations and real estate transactions

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June 8, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

Luxury beauty event comes to Bettys Harrogate to celebrate Yorkshire Day

Yorkshire beauty lovers are invited to an exclusive evening of luxury skincare, make-up and afternoon tea at the iconic Bettys Harrogate on Thursday 30th July, as This is Yorkshire Beauty hosts a special event in partnership with leading beauty brands Lancôme, YSL and Kiehl’s. Taking place from 6.30pm to 9pm, the evening will mark the countdown to Yorkshire’s only British Beauty Week event taking place later this year, while also celebrating Yorkshire Day in one of Harrogate’s most famous sett

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June 7, 2026|Business

The Brit Fest 2026 returning this July

Take the short hop over the Pennines and visit The Brit Fest taking place this Summer from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th July 2026 at Ashley Hall Showground in Altrincham, it promises it’s biggest and most spectacular event yet – a four-day celebration of live music, community, and British culture that continues to grow from strength to strength. Headlining the festival will be Happy Mondays on Friday, Holly Johnson on Saturday, and ABC on Sunday, joined by a stellar cast of British music icons i

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June 3, 2026|Business

Family homes on offer at West Yorkshire development

Growing families in West Yorkshire are being encouraged to take a look at David Wilson Homes’ Castle Syke Grange development in Pontefract, where a range of three and four bedroom homes are available to reserve. One popular style currently for sale at the development is the four bedroom Winterton style home, designed to suit the evolving needs of modern homeowners. There are currently Winterton style homes ready to move into for the summer at the development, available with a deposit contrib

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