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Apr 1, 2026Business

Chadwick Lawrence expands into the Northeast

Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors has opened a new office in Darlington, marking a significant step in the firm’s expansion into the Northeast. The firm’s ninth office, based in Business Central – just a two-minute walk from Darlington train station – will provide commercial, practical, and supportive legal advice to businesses and individuals across County Durham, the Tees Valley and wider region. It will be headed up by partner and employment solicitor Daniel Krigers, who has been with the firm

Mar 31, 2026Fashion and Lifestyle

Scarborough singer songwriter returns to Yorkshire whisky distillery

A Yorkshire whisky distillery has announced the artist for its April Distillery Session. Rising Scarborough singer-songwriter and saxophonist, Em Louise, returns to the Pot Still Coffee Shop stage at Spirit of Yorkshire’s Distillery Session on 25th April following a sell-out debut last year. Spirit of Yorkshire’s marketing director Jenni Ashwood is delighted to welcome the young musician to the second of the 2026 programme of Distillery Sessions. She said: “Em’s influences range from notable

Mar 31, 2026Business

Icing on the cake for Steven at Sunny Bank Mills

The multi-award-winning Farsley Cake Company has opened a brand-new shop at the iconic Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, near Leeds. Owner Steven Newbatt-Macdonald has moved from Town Street in Farsley to smart premises at 1 Old Engine Room in the heart of the mill complex. The move marks an exciting new chapter for the independent business after several years on Town Street, with Steven saying: “This is the best thing I have ever done.” He explained: “I am so excited to have relocated to Sunny

Mar 30, 2026Events

Join us for 'A Novel Lunch'

Join us for our 'Novel Lunch' on Wednesday 6th May, hosted by best selling author Milly Johnson at the beautiful Ambers Restaurant within Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate. The event will start at 12 noon with a two-course lunch before members and guests settle in with a welcome drink to listen to our main speaker, Sunday Times best selling romantic comedy author Jane Costello. Signed books will be available to purchase from both Milly and Jane. The cost is just £55 per person. Following the lun

Mar 26, 2026Events

Summer garden party at the stunning Goldsborough Hall

Join us for a fabulous afternoon at the stunning Goldsborough Hall just 20 minutes north of Leeds, 1 mile from the A1M on Friday 5th June. From 2pm we will be serving a delicious cream tea in the garden room with a glass of fizz, tea and coffee or on the lawn (weather permitting) overlooking the beautiful gardens. There will be pop-ups, driving fun with Lexus and entertainment. Don't miss this chance to network with Yorkshire Businesswoman members, guests, Lexus customers and members from Th

Mar 24, 2026Health & Wellbeing

Leeds Centre for Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain gains national accreditation

Endometriosis patients in Leeds can now benefit from a fully accredited British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE) Endometriosis Centre. The team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has been given the accreditation in recognition of its high standards of care, clinical expertise, patient-centred approach, and commitment to ongoing research and innovation. The award comes during Endometriosis Awareness Month, shining a light on this complex and often misunderstood condition, which

Mar 24, 2026Fashion and Lifestyle

Pirates, Princesses and Peter Pan

Families are invited to embark on a swashbuckling day of adventure in Bradford city centre this Easter holiday, as Bradford BID hosts a free family event ‘Pirates, Princesses and Peter Pan’ on Wednesday 8 April from 11am to 3pm. Young explorers and their families can enjoy a magical day filled with live performances, storytelling, meet-and-greet opportunities and interactive games taking place across the city centre. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favourite pirate, princess or

Mar 22, 2026Events

April networking and fashion showcase

Join us on April 17th for an exciting fashion show with all garments designed and created by the talented Rebecca Rhoades. The event at Uyare starts at 3pm until 5pm and free for all Yorkshire Businesswoman members and guests with a welcome drink. Guests are welcome to join us free of charge, providing they have not attended a Yorkshire Businesswoman event before. Contact editor@yorkshirebusinesswoman.co.uk for any guests wanting to attend who have been before. A pop-up shop will also join u

Mar 19, 2026Business

York Biotech Campus announces new nursery to open on site

York Biotech Campus (YBC), Yorkshire’s leading bioscience hub, has announced that Little Years Sand Hutton will open onsite in July 2026 to support the campus community and local families. Little Years, a family-run early-years nursery group, has made a £50,000 investment in transforming the former nursery building based at the campus. The new facility will provide places for up to 55 children a day, and create 20 new local jobs, with roles including Early Years Educators and Room Leaders. T

Mar 19, 2026Entrepreneurs

Thirteen ambassadors get behind self-defence CIC movement

It was little more than six months ago that Blossom Training and Development announced its inaugural ambassador, as the Community Interest Company ramped up its pledge to break the cycle of abuse and violence throughout Yorkshire. But fast forward to March and the hard-working CIC has now attracted the attention of thirteen women – and counting – all committed to advocating for this life-changing development programme. Huddersfield-based businesswoman Katie Mallinson was announced as Blossom

Mar 19, 2026Business

Female-led Yorkshire business expo celebrates fifth year of growth

A Huddersfield business event, that started with just 43 exhibitors, is marking its fifth year with its biggest showcase to date. The SAM Business Expo, organised by local entrepreneur Sam Hartley (pictured), returns this spring at the Cedar Court Hotel in Huddersfield on Friday 24th April, bringing together 89 businesses from across the region. Since launching five years ago, the event has more than doubled in size. What began in a single room has grown to span almost the whole hotel, attra

Mar 19, 2026Business

Wellington Place hosts seventh Women of the Future event

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Wellington Place proudly hosted its seventh Women of the Future event, bringing students and professionals together to champion belonging, inclusion and positive engagement in education. The Women of the Future initiative forms part of Inspired, a collaborative programme between Federated Hermes Real Estate and Ahead Partnership, specially designed to support young people by increasing access to relatable role models, raising aspirations and nurturi

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