Fashion and Lifestyle

Housebuilder Avant Homes North Yorkshire has launched the first family homes for sale at its £60m, 215-home Greenlock Place development in Skelton Gate, Leeds. Located just off Pontefract Lane five miles from Leeds city centre, the development comprises a mix of three, four and five-bedroom family homes and features 15

Victoria Leeds steps into summer with five new brands opening in the coming months, as well as an exciting upsize for one of its most-loved brands. The new stores range from stylish eyewear and a beloved whisky expert, to cutting-edge fashion and beauty. Phase Eight, known for its midi and

The long-standing historic links between the cities of York and New York will be officially commemorated with the gifting of a ledger stone created by York Minster masons. Presented as part of a Company dinner, this momentous event will also signify the formal affiliation of the Company of the Merchant

A huge horse sculpture made of more than 600 horseshoes from across Yorkshire has been carefully lifted into place at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate. The stunning 12ft equine ode has been created by 31-year-old North Yorkshire sculptor Ollie Holman. Weighing about 750 kilograms – three-quarters of a ton – the

Lightwater Valley, the award-winning family adventure park near Ripon in North Yorkshire, is usually a place for letting off steam, enjoying wild rides and cosying up with Rex, the Valleysaurus. Mindful that some of their visitors may prefer some quiet space, Tynisha Abdy who works at the park, runs a

The Yard, Ilkley has a new owner, a new name and is having a re-vamp, all with a good old-fashioned warm hospitality at its heart. The Courtyard’s new owner, Ali Allawa is no stranger to the venue. He has worked there in some capacity for 12 years including in

Law firm Gordons has donated £11,000 to its annual charity partner Smart Works Leeds, which helps women across the city secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives In addition to fundraising, over the course of 12 months Gordons’ staff donated clothes and provided the charity with volunteering