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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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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