6 May 2026

Work Rest or Play Becomes a Proud Friend of Fresh Futures Work Rest or Play is delighted to announce that it has joined the Friends of Fresh Futures scheme, supporting ...

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29 April 2026

Having just attended a training course that was very much AI based – it seems to be the way the world is going! Driving home, I wondered what ChatGPT would ...

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28 April 2026

Featherstone is a small town with a big personality, with sports, nature, and history at the heart of local culture. Sports Featherstone Rovers is a rugby league team established around ...

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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, ...

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15 April 2026

Situated east of Wakefield[NW1] , Pontefract’s close-knit community and strong transport links make it popular with families and commuters. With varied culture, luscious green spaces, and history seamlessly preserved alongside modernity, ...

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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, ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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11 March 2026

In West and South Yorkshire, boroughs, towns and cities like Kirklees, Wakefield, Barnsley and Leeds are bursting with artistic talent, cultural events and heritage landmarks. Yet for many local organisations ...

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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 ...

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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 — ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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26 February 2026

Since rebranding to Work Rest or Play in Summer 2025, we’ve started our expansion beyond the HD8 area, across West and South Yorkshire — connecting with and supporting even more ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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4 February 2026

Ekassions Holiday Home Management is thrilled to introduce their brand‑new website — a beautifully designed, guest‑ready platform that elevates every property they manage. With seamless direct booking, effortless enquiries and a ...

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8 January 2026

When we rebranded to Work, Rest or Play last year, it marked an exciting new chapter. We’d outgrown our HD8 beginnings and stepped into a bigger, bolder, community-driven vision—one built ...

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8 December 2025

Since our rebrand in the summer, we’ve been asking “Do you want to see your area featured online?” and recently, Dewsbury got a shout-out! We were delighted to say we ...

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