Category: Facts and Figures

21 May 2026

In November 2022, a feature we published (when we were known as the HD8 Network) quietly introduced readers to an inspiring story about staying active and healthy in later life. ...

14 May 2026

Promoting events locally has changed. People no longer just search for “events”. They search for: If your organisation, venue or event is not showing up in those searches, you are ...

29 April 2026

Lees Holm Creativity Gardening Group in Dewsbury – Sessions start Tuesday 28th April, 1:30-3:00pm Would you like to learn new skills especially around growing flowers, fruit and vegetables ?  Do you ...

29 April 2026

Please find the latest Place Based Working Noticeboard we have received for Ashbrow, Crosland Moor & Netherton, Dalton, Newsome, Greenhead and Almondbury wards in Kirklees. Any questions, bookings or requests ...

28 April 2026

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please pass on, share and promote any information you think your communities and connections would ...

28 April 2026

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please pass on, share and promote any information you think your communities and connections would ...

28 April 2026

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please pass on, share and promote any information you think your communities and connections would ...

28 April 2026

Please find details shared by AD:Venture Business programme. Available AD:VENTURE workshops and webinars 28th April – Developing Your Business Plan 29th April –  Email Marketing Mastery: From Cold Contacts to Loyal Customers 30th April – Storyselling: ...

27 April 2026

Battle Scars, a survivor-led charity providing specialist peer support to people affected by self-harm, has won the Empowerment and Voice Award at the Adversity, Trauma and Resilience Awards on 23 ...

24 April 2026

Please find details contained in the Place Based Working Noticeboard we have received for Ashbrow, Crosland Moor & Netherton, Dalton, Newsome, Greenhead and Almondbury wards in Kirklees. Any questions, bookings ...

20 April 2026

UK businesses are increasingly required to demonstrate measurable social value, strong ESG performance, and meaningful community engagement. Work Rest or Play Ltd provides bespoke Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, ...

14 April 2026

Please find details contained in the Place Based Working Noticeboard we have received for Ashbrow, Crosland Moor & Netherton, Dalton, Newsome, Greenhead and Almondbury wards in Kirklees. Any questions, bookings ...

14 April 2026

Sharing on behalf of Dewsbury & Mirfield Democracy and Place Based Working at Kirklees Council. Community Plus Pop-Up Stalls –   The Dewsbury and Mirfield Community Plus team are starting fortnightly ...

13 April 2026

For many non-profits – whether in arts, heritage, culture, community initiatives or local causes – budget constraints are a constant challenge. Often volunteer-led and driven by passion rather than profit, ...

2 April 2026

Please see below events, updates & support available AD:VENTURE Founder to Founder offer. Beanstalk HR are offering all members a free, no obligation, HR essentials check. The questionnaire takes just ...

25 March 2026

Please see below events, updates and support available – information provided by Chris Mitchell, Business Manager on the AD:Venture programme. Free Brand Visibility Diagnosis tool Marcus from Single Thread, an ...

25 March 2026

Dewsbury is a vibrant industrial market town where grand 19th-century architecture seamlessly integrates with modern conveniences. The town centre’s recent rejuvenation defines Dewsbury as a bustling and diverse community hub ...

18 March 2026

An exciting new chapter is about to begin at Cliffe House, as work gets underway on a brand-new adventure playground designed to inspire play, learning and family time for children ...

18 March 2026

Please find attached the most recent noticeboard from Place Based Working, covering Greenhead, Newsome, Dalton, Almondbury, Ashbrow and Crosland Moor & Netherton Wards Any questions, bookings or requests for further ...

18 March 2026

Nestled in the heart of South Yorkshire, Barnsley is a hidden gem where lavish historic architecture encircles modern amenities. Since rebranding to Work Rest or Play in summer 2025, we’ve ...