Category: Retail
10 June 2026
Businesses looking to raise their profile, generate new leads and connect with the Yorkshire business community can now take advantage of an exclusive discount for the upcoming Bradford Business Fair. ...
2 March 2026
Across the UK, independent retailers are facing some of the toughest trading conditions in decades. Rising costs. Reduced footfall. Online competition. Shrinking margins. And perhaps most importantly — not enough ...
9 February 2026
Bringing Local Communities to Life! We’re thrilled to announce that Otley Carnival has just signed up, creating an Otley Area Page on Work Rest or Play! So it seemed like ...
3 November 2025
Hi there, I am Jeannette! I have had an interest in Crystals for as long as I can remember and over time this has grown to selling them. The delight of ...
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 ...
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 ...
28 May 2025
At Scissett DIY, community is at the heart of everything they do, and that’s why they couldn’t be happier to welcome Josiah to the team as their marketing apprentice. Her ...
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 Work Rest or Play a dedicated News section on our website? (By the way, you are reading an article in it, right now). Alongside our local events ...
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 ...
30 August 2024
Don’t forget South Pennine Food Circle’s next Pop Up market! Byram Arcade, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Saturday 7th September between 11-2pm. Buy super local produce (cheese, trout, honey, fruit and veg, ...
10 June 2024
A new month brings some fab new treats from Jackie Howley TempleSpa!! This one is a cracking deal & a great way to stock up on your 𝙈𝙤𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙚𝙧 & get ...
21 March 2024
Unlock the Power of Online Directories whether you are a Business or Community Group 🚀 In today’s digital age, getting your business noticed online is crucial. And one of the ...
5 March 2024
In a world of such fast paced changes, our ‘Future Readiness’ Bootcamp focuses upon bringing you visions and predictions for the future and the practical steps you can begin to ...
13 February 2024
To recognize the importance of community groups in driving local engagement, the HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play) offers complimentary Bronze advertising to Community Groups and charities, ...
6 February 2024
We are delighted that our HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play) advertiser – Pretty Little Treat Company – after seeing the benefits of using our Virtual High ...
5 February 2024
Spending money locally offers a range of benefits, not only for individuals but also for communities as a whole. Here are several reasons why supporting local businesses can be advantageous: ...
2 February 2024
Do you use Denby Dale Window Cleaners? Well, they would like to grow the number of Google Reviews from happy customers. Daniel admits to not being great at technology and ...
1 February 2024
The HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play) has grown and developed since it was first conceived in 2013, however we are only partway towards our initial vision ...
19 October 2023
Well we can certainly say we have had a season change. Whilst we can argue whether that was a summer, we can surely agree that Winter is coming, is not ...