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 HD8 Network members Kirkburton Uniformed Groups will be holding their locally supported annual beer festival and summer fayre – Kirkburton Beer Festival. There are around 20 pumps and ...

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6 March 2025

The Denby Dale District Lions Beer Festival is back, bringing together beer lovers, local businesses, and the community for a fantastic event filled with great drinks, great company, and a ...

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24 February 2025

Did you know the HD8 Network has a dedicated News section on our website? (By the way, you are reading an article in it, right now). Alongside our local events ...

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24 February 2025

Did you know that HD8 Network members’ Denby Dale District Lions Club, have held an annual Beer Festival for over 30 years! Over that period of time they have raised ...

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13 February 2025

Nortonthorpe Sports Club are having a Club Night! This is a chance to unwind and enjoy a good atmosphere. Stay for an hour, stay for longer, it would just be ...

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13 February 2025

Date: 11th MarchTime: 6:30 PMLocation: Skelmanthorpe Community Centre Hey there, Kirkburton and Denby Dale gents! Alison Forde here, your friendly Kirklees Community Hub Coordinator. You might know me from organizing ...

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20 January 2025

We’re excited to share information about Parent Sanctuary, a supportive and inclusive walking and talking group for parents and their little ones in Huddersfield. Parenting is not easy, and we ...

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17 January 2025

Making DIY More Accessible and Sustainable Scissett DIY is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Denby Dale Men’s Share Shed, enhancing access to tools and equipment for ...

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14 January 2025

Find out more about the Fully or Cofunded Marketing and Management Skills Bootcamps which are being offered by HD8 Network member Qualia Academy Elevate Your Leadership Practices with Our 7-Week ...

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8 January 2025

Alison Forde the Bridge Community Hub Coordinator has organised for Realise to deliver a FREE Autism Awareness in Children Level 2 course. Please read below for more details. Course Start ...

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4 December 2024

To help you recycle your tree while supporting DART International UK, D W Tree Services and HD8 Network member Wildwood Digital are running a Charity Christmas Tree Removal and Recycling ...

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22 November 2024

This afternoon I sent out email reminders about next week’s opportunity to get together and meet other people who Work in the HD8 and surrounding areas. So if you’re interested ...

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