25 July 2024

Exciting New Funding for Parent Sanctuary: Free Sling and Carrier Help for Barnsley Parents Parent Sanctuary, based in Scissett and proud HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play) ...

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25 July 2024

Shepley resident David Chew completed his personal challenge of running 10 ultramarathons in 10 days, whilst still doing the day job. The challenge culminated on Saturday 20th July at Northonthorpe ...

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15 July 2024

GWL UNITED’s Summer Of Fun Camps aim to create memories that last a lifetime. Taking place at the FA award winning Nortonthorpe Sports Club, this year’s Summer of Fun holiday ...

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8 July 2024

Your website is usually the first impression the world gets of you and your business. It’s the  digital equivalent of the welcoming receptionist on the front desk! But also it ...

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21 June 2024

Are you looking for activities to keep the children occupied this summer? Well look no further! Here are some brief details about HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or ...

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21 June 2024

Did you know that it is free for community groups and charities to advertise on the HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play)? Also, did you know there ...

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20 June 2024

Nortonthorpe Sports Club are delighted that the Allotments are now up and running! Luke Dawson who is heading up the allotment area at Nortonthorpe Sports Club said “We have a ...

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19 June 2024

You may have noticed that Denby Dale Tennis Club have recently been offering free tennis coaching sessions for all age ranges (check out the local events calendar here – https://www.workrestorplay.co.uk/events/free-tennis-open-day/) ...

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17 June 2024

Would your Group be interested in planting flowers in this Garden plot? The Nortonthorpe Sports Centre has a small garden plot which has been weeded and is now ready for ...

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10 June 2024

Do you have a budding football enthusiast looking for a new activity or a team to join? Then look no further! Scissett FC is excited to announce that they are ...

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21 May 2024

White Rose Blinds are family run business based in Denby Dale. Established over 10 years ago by Michael, who has been in the blinds industry over 30 years. Customer satisfaction ...

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7 May 2024

Safety in the Home supports families in reducing preventable home accidents through provision and installation of home safety equipment. The aim of Fresh Futures Safety in the Home Service is ...

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1 May 2024

If you run a business or community organisation, or run events, there are NUMEROUS reasons why you should become a member of the HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest ...

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1 May 2024

The Denby Dale District Lions have been out and about this week bolting defibrillators to walls. They would like to extend their thanks to Clayton West Darby and Joan and ...

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30 April 2024

Shelley First School is a ‘must look round’ for any families who are at the start of their child’s learning journey and looking for their perfect school, or indeed any ...

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25 April 2024

Denby Dale/ Kirkburton & Holme Valley District and Mayoral Elections On Thursday 2nd of May elections for Kirklees Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority are taking place. Please remember that ...

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25 April 2024

The HD8 Network (now known as Work Rest or Play) turns 11 … today – 25th April 2024! So it’s 11 years since I (Merewyn Sayers) attended a networking event ...

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22 April 2024

A brand new Youth Club has been organised and arranged by Alison Ford, coordinator of the Bridge Community Hub. Funding has been secured for the Youth Club to run from ...

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22 April 2024

The Kirkwood began as a hospice, but today it is a promise: To support the life and legacy of all of those affected by a life limiting illness. Although the ...

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