12 June 2026

Just a few miles south-west of Leeds city centre, Morley is a historic Yorkshire market town with a proud industrial heritage and a strong sense of community. From its roots ...

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12 June 2026

Understanding the Difference Between Advertisers and Audiences The Real Audience of Work Rest or Play: Connecting Local People with Local Opportunities Many organisations assume that the audience of a local ...

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11 June 2026

Your advertising spend does more than promote your business. It helps local charities and community organisations access a platform that many couldn’t otherwise afford. Those organisations can: • Promote events• ...

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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. ...

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10 June 2026

I am assuming you have heard of the term Word of Mouth … you’ve possibly even said that you get your work that way … But have you heard of ...

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5 June 2026

The little town of Wombwell sits nestled between vast woodlands and riverine habitats. However, Wombwell’s significant coal mining trade meant it wasn’t always this way. A thriving community has blossomed ...

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29 May 2026

Built off the back of its glass working history, Knottingley is now a well-connected industrial town that commuters and families call home. Community Events & Activities Warwick Community Group[NW1]  is ...

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22 May 2026

Batley is a small market town on the northern outskirts of Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. Batley started out as several small medieval settlements, developing gradually with the rise of coal mining ...

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15 May 2026

Work Rest or Play is continuing its commitment to supporting local communities by encouraging more organisations, clubs, charities and event organisers across West and South Yorkshire to make use of ...

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15 May 2026

Penistone has retained much of its historic architecture and ties to its agricultural roots, owing to its status as a designated conservation area. Penistone promises a grand day out full ...

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14 May 2026

Promoting events locally has changed. People no longer just search for “events”. They search for: If your organisation, venue or event is not showing up in those searches, you are ...

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8 May 2026

South Leeds quietly hosts some of Yorkshire’s most fascinating, inspiring, and influential organisations. Sports Fans: Beeston is home to Leeds United Football Club’s Elland Road Stadium[NW1] . Leeds UFC was founded in 1919, succeeding Leeds ...

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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 say ...

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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, 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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