Business Solberge Hall has been sold to luxury wedding company Wharfedale Grange Solberge Hall in Northallerton has been acquired by wedding and events company Wharfedale Grange for an undisclosed sum. The 24-bedroom Georgian country house hotel is set in 9 acres of woodland situated near the North Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales. It has been owned by Classic Lodges hotel group since By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bridge Law Solicitors launches in-house Notary Public practice Bridge Law Solicitors has introduced a new Notary Public service which will be available at both the firm's head office in Marple Bridge and their offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. The new Notary service will be operated by Bridge Law’s founder and director, Claire Stewart. Claire completed By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Conference Leeds appoints experienced conference officer to bolster city promotion Conference Leeds has welcomed a new addition to the team as Cindy Williams, who has international experience in events and conferencing joins as conference officer. Cindy joined Conference Leeds in September 2023 after 11 years in the events industry, including roles in event organisation and promotion at Village Hotels, Doubletree By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Manufacturing champion Mandy Ridyard appointed chief business advisor to Mayor A leading aerospace manufacturing expert has been appointed to the newly created role of Business Advisor to the West Yorkshire Mayor, it can be announced. Mandy Ridyard, of Bradford-based firm Produmax, will chair a new board of local council and private sector leaders, tasked with driving forward Mayor Tracy Brabin’ By The Editor • 3 min read
Business 'Flat Iron’ to take on the North with new Leeds opening The Flat Iron team are thrilled to be bringing their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the city. Flat Iron is set to open a two floor, 110 cover restaurant in the heart of Leeds, bringing its menu to the North of England for the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Yorkshire communications agency backs women’s crew taking on the World’s Toughest Row Yorkshire-based communications and PR agency, Counter Context, is backing team Ace of Blades – a crew of four women who, on 12 December 2023, will embark on an epic journey to row 3,000 miles unassisted across the Atlantic in a 25-ft boat. Competing in the ‘The World’s Toughest Row By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Employment team at Leeds law firm grows by 50% Leading Yorkshire law firm Ward Hadaway has announced a key appointment in its employment team as the department continues to grow. The firm welcomes Amy Hughes to the employment department, which has grown by 50% in the last two years. Amy advises on all aspects of employment law providing expertise By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New chief executive for Leeds Community Foundation Leeds Community Foundation have announced the appointment of their new chief executive, Steph Taylor. Steph has been Deputy CEO at Leeds Community Foundation and director of GiveBradford for the past three years and succeeds Kate Hainsworth, who will be officially stepping away in December after over eight years with the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Aubergine stays nimble with new PR win Leeds PR agency Aubergine has been appointed on a retained basis to handle the PR for award-winning social enterprise Stay Nimble. Stay Nimble helps organisations retain and develop great team members and supports thousands of people in their career. Aubergine’s initial job is to promote the company’s new By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle New luxury Oriental restaurant announces Leeds opening date Blue Pavilion, the highly anticipated, premium Oriental restaurant from the owners of Blue Sakura, has announced its official opening date of 30th October. After months of preparation, Blue Pavilion will officially open its doors to the vibrant heart of Leeds, promising an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience. Building on the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Fds advises on the sale of Panacea Pharma Projects Limited to Ergomed PLC Corporate finance boutique fds Director Services advises on the sale of the pharmacovigilance consultancy company based in the Isle of Man. Panacea Pharma Projects Limited was acquired by Ergomed PLC, which operates in over 100 countries. Panacea specialises in its comprehensive suite of fully compliant pharmacovigilance services, with bases in By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Miriam Margolyes visits Harrogate homeless project The BAFTA-winning actress, Miriam Margolyes, paid a special visit to the Harrogate Homeless Project recently, while on her current book tour. Visiting staff and service users at the Springboard Day Centre, Miriam wanted the visit to raise awareness of the vital work at the Harrogate Homeless Project supporting those in By The Editor • 2 min read
