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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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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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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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 ...

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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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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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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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2 October 2024

Whistlestop Valley in Clayton West are holding their first Educational Morning which will bring together other local educational attractions and educational professionals for a fun filled morning. The event will ...

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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 ...

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26 September 2024

EcoFest is back for 2024 and this year the focus is on biodiversity. The event runs from 10am to 3pm and will include presentations from local schools as well as ...

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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 ...

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26 July 2024

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please feel free to utilise and share any information as you think would be useful. ...

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25 July 2024

Exciting New Funding for Parent Sanctuary: Free Sling and Carrier Help for Barnsley Parents Parent Sanctuary, based in Scissett and proud HD8 Network members, are delighted to share the fantastic ...

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7 May 2024

Safety in the Home supports families in reducing preventable home accidents through provision and installation of home safety equipment. The aim of Fresh Futures Safety in the Home Service is ...

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25 April 2024

Denby Dale/ Kirkburton & Holme Valley District and Mayoral Elections On Thursday 2nd of May elections for Kirklees Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority are taking place. Please remember that ...

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22 April 2024

A brand new Youth Club has been organised and arranged by Alison Ford, coordinator of the Bridge Community Hub. Funding has been secured for the Youth Club to run from ...

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11 March 2024

The HD8 Network offers two types of membership: Community and Business. Our aim is to help more local people do and buy more in the HD8 area, and we know ...

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4 March 2024

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please feel free to utilise and share any information as you think would be useful.  ...

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13 February 2024

To recognize the importance of community groups in driving local engagement, the HD8 Network offers complimentary Bronze membership to Community Groups and charities, thanks to the support of Business members ...

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