18 September 2025

Eden’s Forest CIC is pleased to share its calendar of events for the coming months, offering families, home‐educators, and nature lovers a variety of engaging, hands‐on activities throughout September to ...

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11 September 2025

Growing Works Sessional Staff form a team who plan and deliver a range of outdoor therapeutic sessions and workshops throughout Kirklees. The role requires flexibility, creativity and an ability to ...

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29 August 2025

Please find a list of the Instagram accounts of the exhibitors of ArtattheHouse. For more information about ArtattheHouse in Shepley, please either read our news article here – https://www.workrestorplay.co.uk/news/artatthehouse-2025-returns-to-cliffe-house/ Visit ...

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28 August 2025

Nigel Hoyle and the team behind the amazing ArtattheHouse weekend are excited about this year’s return to Cliffe House, Shepley, on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September 2025. Marking the ...

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5 August 2025

Community-driven platform Work Rest or Play has released its first post-rebrand analytics report, showing strong early engagement and promising growth across its digital and social channels. Formerly known as the ...

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1 August 2025

At Work Rest or Play, we love to shine a spotlight on local initiatives that blend creativity, sustainability, and community spirit — and few do it better than the Denby ...

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25 July 2025

Earlier this month Denby Dale District Lions Club held their annual Scarecrow Trail event which has become one of their most popular and high-profile fundraising events of the year. With ...

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21 July 2025

The Welcome Centre’s van has broken down – But they can’t stop delivering support The Welcome Centre makes sure no one in Huddersfield goes hungry, but now they need your ...

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17 July 2025

The summer holidays are here — and with them, the daily challenge every parent knows too well: “What can we do today?” At Work Rest or Play, we’re here to ...

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17 July 2025

Summer is here — and if you’re looking for fun, engaging, and family-friendly activities, the National Coal Mining Museum (NCM) has just listed their full summer events programme on the ...

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16 July 2025

Looking for a simple, no-hassle way to raise money for your school, club or charity? Our Refer-a-Friend Scheme lets you do just that — and it’s completely free to take ...

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1 July 2025

The Nortonthorpe Summer Fun Day is set to bring the community together for a fantastic day of entertainment, food, and family-friendly fun. For just £2 entry per person, visitors can ...

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1 July 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of Fun, Dogs, and Community Spirit! Sunday 6th July | 11:00am–5:00pm | Manor Heath Park, Halifax The RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford & District Branch is thrilled to ...

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23 June 2025

The scarecrows are back in 2025 — and they’re going to be even more wild and wonderful than ever! The much-loved Denby Dale District Lions Annual Scarecrow Trail returns this ...

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19 June 2025

The much-anticipated Nortonthorpe Summer Fun Day is just around the corner, promising a fantastic day of community, laughter, and plenty of treats — including homemade scones and delicious cakes (whether ...

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4 June 2025

What is Work Rest or Play? An online local hub that connects businesses, events, and community groups to the people who live, work, and visit their area. Key Benefits Business ...

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23 May 2025

The Denby Dale District Lions Club are always looking for new ways to support their local community. As they currently have some unallocated funds, they have decided that they would ...

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14 May 2025

In today’s fast-moving digital world, standing out locally takes more than a basic listing—it takes connection, visibility, and meaningful support. That’s where Work Rest or Play comes in. Formerly the ...

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2 April 2025

HD8 Network members the Denby Dale District Lions again enjoyed a fantastic turnout at their annual Charity Beer Festival over the weekend of 14th-16th March. They have been holding this ...

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18 March 2025

On Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th May 2025 Kirkburton Uniformed Groups will be holding their locally supported annual beer festival and summer fayre – Kirkburton Beer Festival. There are around 20 pumps and almost 40 real ...

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