Category: Just for fun
25 March 2026
A floral installation that transforms the historic walled garden at Oakwell Hall into a stunning sanctuary of pink peonies, raising awareness and funds for The Kirkwood, from 8th March through ...
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
Live music lovers in Dewsbury are in for another exciting night as the Kirklees Most Wanted Showcase returns to The Terrace on Friday 20th March, running from 7:00pm to 10:30pm. ...
16 March 2026
Are you an organisers of family and children’s events across West and South Yorkshire? If so, we are looking to connect with you and invite you to make use of ...
10 March 2026
From multicultural cuisine to thriving music scene, Leeds offers all the sophisticated advantages expected of a well-developed cosmopolitan city. Leeds is the financial and business hub of the North, its ...
10 March 2026
With Neurodiversity Celebration Week (16–20 March) fast approaching, Northorpe Hall Child + Family Trust is launching a new inclusive fundraising initiative designed to celebrate what makes every child unique — ...
6 March 2026
Huddersfield offers a wonderful blend of history, culture, and community north of the Holme Valley. Since rebranding to Work Rest or Play in Summer 2025, we’ve been growing beyond the ...
9 February 2026
It Was Just the Beginning Who remembers what they were doing on 30th July 1966? Were you at Wembley, watching England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra time? Were you ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...