Category: Facts and Figures
5 February 2026
Please see below events, updates and support available Women in Innovation Awards 2025/26 Women founders or co-founders of UK registered SMEs can apply for a package of support that includes ...
5 February 2026
Please see below information provided by Kirklees Council Place Based Working, relating to communities across Dewsbury & Mirfield that may be of interest. National Year of Reading 2026 is the ...
29 January 2026
The Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin has announced ‘The People’s Fund’ to tackle serious violence where local groups and organisations can bid for a share of £500,000, empowering local ...
23 January 2026
Families across the Wakefield district are being encouraged to get out, get curious and get creating with 50 Things to Do Before You’re Five — a free, fun-packed guide designed ...
12 December 2025
Please find the Noticeboard shared for Almondbury, Greenhead, Crosland Moor, Netherton, Newsome and Dalton. Any questions, bookings or requests for further information should be directed towards the organisation concerned and ...
24 November 2025
Here are 5 solid reasons why your business or non-profit should embrace online directories — and how a listing on Work Rest or Play can amplify your visibility, build trust, ...
10 November 2025
Unlock the benefits for both Businesses and Community Groups In today’s digital world, standing out online is essential — whether you’re a business, charity, community group, venue or local initiative. ...
15 October 2025
The RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford & District Branch has launched its most ambitious fundraising campaign to date – The Really Big ReFURb – an essential capital appeal aimed at transforming ...
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 ...
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 ...
4 July 2025
Over 5 days in June 2025 residents and businesses in Grange Moor came together to raise an amazing £3,052.95 for The Forget me Not Children’s Hospice Linzi’s Little Gems, Streakers ...
18 June 2025
Back in 2016, we published an article after Merewyn, our founder, visited Springfield Mills in Denby Dale with her child and popped to Jelly Beans — shortly after it had ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
15 November 2024
This Black Friday, we’re offering an incredible deal to help you take advantage of everything the HD8 Network has to offer: Sign up before 1st December 2024 and get 3 ...
30 September 2024
Support Local Sports: Explore Our New Sponsorship Packages and Help Boost Community Engagement Thanks to the efforts of Jane Dawson, Nortonthorpe Sports Club and Scissett Football Club now offer a ...
22 August 2024
Join the Nortonthorpe Sports Club: Help Shape the Future of a Community Treasure The Nortonthorpe Sports Club in Clayton West is steadily growing, bringing more of the community together through ...
6 August 2024
Art at the House, at @cliffehouse_ in Shepley, is an event organised and run by a small group of volunteers leading up to and during the weekend. This year is ...