21 July 2026

Looking for something creative, engaging and screen-free for the children this summer? The Brick Build Guild is back with a fantastic programme of LEGO® building sessions, giving young builders the ...

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21 July 2026

Please see below events, updates and support available FREE Healthy Working Life webinars These short online sessions introduce the Healthy Working Life Inclusive Employment Toolkit, a practical resource designed to ...

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21 July 2026

The activities, events and opportunities featured are shared on behalf of services, partner organisations& groups as part of our regular community news round-ups.  Any questions, bookings or requests for further ...

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17 July 2026

Please find the Place Based Working Noticeboard for Netherton & Newsome, Almondbury, Greenhead, Crosland Moor, Ashbrow and Dalton. Disclaimer “The activities, events and opportunities featured in this noticeboard are shared ...

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16 July 2026

Why businesses are investing in community impact, not just advertising For many community events, securing sponsorship has become increasingly challenging. Rising costs, reduced grant funding and greater competition for business ...

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16 July 2026

If you’re a parent, you’ll probably know the feeling… The school holidays arrive, the excitement is high, and then somewhere between the first few days and the first rainy afternoon ...

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15 July 2026

Please find the Place Based Working Noticeboard – 15.07.26 for Dalton, Netherton & Newsome, Greenhead, Crosland Moor, Ashbrow and Almondbury. Any questions, bookings or requests for further information should be ...

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13 July 2026

A year ago, Work Rest or Play began an exciting new chapter — expanding from its HD8 roots into a wider platform helping communities, businesses and organisations across Yorkshire and ...

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13 July 2026

Welcome to West Yorkshire – a county bursting with culture, creativity and community spirit. Home to the vibrant cities of Leeds, Bradford and Wakefield, alongside the towns and villages of ...

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1 July 2026

Please see below events, updates and support available AD:VENTURE WORKSHOPS AND WEBINARS 2nd July – So What? Tools to Enhance your Strategic Thinking 7th July – Developing Your Business Plan 9th July – From Zero Pipeline ...

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1 July 2026

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please pass on, share and promote any information you think your communities and connections would ...

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29 June 2026

Every day, incredible things happen in our villages, towns and cities. Community events bring people together. Volunteers make a difference. Independent businesses launch new ideas. Charities change lives. Local attractions ...

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23 June 2026

Please see below events, updates and support available provided by Chris Mitchell from AD:Venture Business & Skills support programme. AD:VENTURE Workshops and Webinars 25th June – Become a Thought Leader: How to ...

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23 June 2026

At Mail Boxes Etc. Huddersfield, we’re proud to support local businesses, events and organisations that help make our community thrive. ✅ Already advertising with Work, Rest or Play? Enjoy 10% ...

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23 June 2026

West Yorkshire teenager Iris Danbury delivers a bold, joyful declaration of self-worth,  at a time when young people need it most – released on 26th June across all major streaming ...

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17 June 2026

Please see below AD:Venture events, updates and support available Available AD:VENTURE workshops and webinars Ready to book!  17th June – Learn to Love Your Numbers 18th June – Pricing your services and products for ...

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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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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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2 June 2026

Fresh Futures has secured funding from National Lottery Awards for All to deliver its Elevate programme in North Kirklees, providing vital support to young people experiencing loneliness and isolation. The ...

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27 May 2026

Audiences flocked to join in the celebrations this May as Huddersfield Literature Festival marked the major milestone of its 20th birthday.  Launching with Festival Patron Lemn Sissay and closing with ...

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