Craig Jones

Titanic Spa in Linthwaite, Huddersfield, has been shortlisted in three Good Spa Guide Awards categories: Best Resort Spa, Best Spa for Sustainability and Best Spa in the North-East. Public voting is open until 5pm on 31 August, with voters entered into a draw to win a £300 spa voucher. The spa has also upgraded its solar photovoltaic system to 201 panels, increasing renewable electricity generation and potentially delivering an estimated £130,000 net financial benefit over its lifetime.

Bish 'n' Chips on Sim Balk Lane in York is set to close on September 5 after its lease ends. The owner has decided not to renew the lease, citing a desire to explore new opportunities while raising a young family. Customers have responded with messages of support and praise, calling the shop a favourite and among the best fish-and-chip businesses in the country after six years of trading.

A photo gallery documents a partial solar eclipse visible across Yorkshire, including a series of images taken by Sean Doyle at Castle Hill in West Yorkshire and photographs submitted by readers in Sheffield and elsewhere. The eclipse began around 6 p.m. and peaked shortly after 7 p.m., drawing viewers across the region; a Perseid meteor shower was also expected later that night.

Yorkshire restaurants, chefs and takeaways received multiple honours at the 15th Annual English Curry Awards 2026, held at Grand Station in Wolverhampton. Kiplings Restaurant in Sowerby Bridge won Restaurant of the Year – Yorkshire, while Moonlight Tandoori in Hull won Best Takeaway of the Year and Syhiba Restaurant in Wakefield won Customer Service of the Year. Other Yorkshire winners and award recipients included venues in Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, York, Thorne and Barnsley. The awards, organised by Oceanic Awards in partnership with Curry CNCT, recognised excellence across England's curry and hospitality sector.

The Chase quizzer Mark Labbett, known as The Beast, visited Prithiraj restaurant on Ecclesall Road in Sheffield. The restaurant celebrated his visit after winning the 2026 British Curry Championship and highlighted its signature Beast Special, a dish featuring grilled tandoori chicken tikka, chef’s sauce, spinach and garlic naan.

Tank Nightclub in Sheffield closed after hosting a farewell party, ending its run as a 400-capacity venue that had operated since 2014. Its team said spiralling monthly running costs made it impossible to maintain the club’s production standards and affordable prices.

Oliver Farnworth, known for playing Emmerdale killer John Sugden and appearing in Coronation Street, has joined the cast of the world-premiere stage adaptation of The Silence of the Lambs. He plays Jack Crawford, alongside John Partridge as Hannibal Lecter and Mollie Gallagher as Clarice Starling. The production is touring the UK, with Yorkshire performances scheduled in Bradford, Hull, York and Sheffield.

Jet2.com will operate more than 42,000 ski seats from Leeds Bradford Airport during the 2027/28 winter season, with flights to Chambéry, Geneva and Salzburg beginning in mid-December 2027. The programme includes weekday and weekend services, including up to seven weekly Geneva flights, giving travellers access to ski resorts across France, Switzerland and Austria. Jet2.com and Leeds Bradford Airport say the expansion responds to continued demand for winter sports travel.

River Island plans to close its Sheffield city centre store in The Moor on September 1, 2026. The branch is holding a closing-down sale with 30% off, while customers are being directed to RiverIsland.com and nearby stores.

Yorkshire Live argues that Scarborough is Yorkshire’s best seaside town, citing its sandy beaches, traditional arcades and funfair, historic Scarborough Castle, Peasholm Park, food scene and attractions such as the Open Air Theatre. The summer concert series, which has hosted artists including Elton John, Britney Spears, Will Smith and Lionel Richie, is credited with bringing visitors and boosting the local economy. The article also outlines typical prices for food, drinks, attractions and accommodation before inviting readers to vote for Scarborough in a UK-wide seaside-town poll.

A 23-image gallery captures attendees enjoying a Club Classics party at Smile Bar and Venue in Huddersfield. Photographer Nish Patel documented the night, while the event team announced a Halloween special at the same venue on October 31 featuring Livin Joy and Luzanne performing “Dreamer” and “Don’t Stop Movin’.”

Yorkshire has a packed August 2026 events calendar, including Leeds Festival at Bramham Park, Rock 'n' Roll Circus in Sheffield, concerts at Halifax Piece Hall and Scarborough Open Air Theatre, and theatre productions at Leeds Grand Theatre. Performers include Kasabian, Charli XCX, Raye, Florence and the Machine, Dave, Richard Ashcroft, Nile Rodgers and the Hollywood Vampires. Ticket information is available through Ticketmaster, Live Nation, venues and theatre-ticketing services.

Three Yorkshire pubs have been included in Time Out’s ranking of the 22 best pubs in the UK. The Golden Lion in Todmorden ranked fifth, the Rutland Arms in Sheffield ranked seventh, and Kelham Island Tavern, also in Sheffield, ranked twelfth. The ranking was compiled with input from a UK-wide network of drinking enthusiasts and covers a range of traditional and distinctive pub venues.

Bodycare is set to open a new concept store at The Broadway shopping centre in Bradford later in 2026, described as the first of its kind in West Yorkshire and the retailer’s fifth UK concept store. The store will offer value-focused health and beauty products alongside skincare, cosmetics, fragrance, wellness and K-Beauty ranges, as well as professional piercing and creator studios. The opening is part of Bodycare’s national high-street expansion and will include creator workshops, flashmobs and goody bags. Bodycare CEO Charles Denton said Bradford’s young population and creative identity made it an ideal location, while The Broadway’s general manager Ian Ward welcomed the investment. The opening date has not yet been announced.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre’s 2026 season has reportedly broken box-office records, with performances from artists including Paul Weller, Billy Ocean and The Kooks and forthcoming shows by Hollywood Vampires and Nile Rodgers & Chic. Promoter Cuffe and Taylor says plans for the 2027 season are already advanced, though no acts have been confirmed. Founder Peter Taylor names Bruce Springsteen, The Cure, Pet Shop Boys and Take That as dream bookings, while expressing interest in welcoming back Sam Fender, Lewis Capaldi and Kylie Minogue.

A visit to Electric Shuffle's Leeds venue explores two new shuffleboard games, Studio 21 and The Edge. Studio 21 challenges players to reach exactly 21, while The Edge rewards precision and risk control across two rounds. The games are the first additions to Electric Shuffle's catalogue since 2021 and were developed and tested with loyal customers.

Centre 27 Business Park in Birstall, West Yorkshire, has opened new KFC and Starbucks branches following construction of the units. The businesses are now welcoming customers, with photographs documenting the new additions.

Tramlines Festival organisers have already begun planning the 2027 event, which will take place at Sheffield’s Hillsborough Park from July 23 to 25. Operations director Timm Cleasby said the festival is in talks with several artists, although no acts have been confirmed. The Prodigy and Arctic Monkeys have been suggested as dream bookings, while Cleasby has also expressed interest in featuring 1980s metal artists. The 2026 festival features headline performances from Fatboy Slim, Courteeners and Wolf Alice.

During Reverend and The Makers’ headline performance at Tramlines Festival in Sheffield, frontman Jon McClure paused to pay an emotional tribute to his late father while acknowledging his wife Laura, mother and brother Chris. The band performed several of its best-known songs, and McClure updated the audience about injuries from a scooter accident. Fellow Sheffield musician Richard Hawley later joined the performance, echoing his guest appearance with Pulp at the previous year’s festival.

A 21-photo gallery documents the final day of Tramlines Festival 2026 at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield, where thousands of attendees returned despite rain. Wolf Alice was scheduled to headline the closing day, following Friday performances by Fatboy Slim and Saturday appearances by Rick Astley, Blossoms and Courteeners.

A photo gallery documents the second day of Tramlines Festival 2026 at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield, where thousands of fans attended performances by Rick Astley, Blossoms, the Courteeners, Sleeper, Inspiral Carpets, the Everly Pregnant Brothers and the Leadmill Studio Orchestra. Photographer Lee McLean captured festivalgoers, performances and the atmosphere across the event site.

A photo-led preview showcases the VIP area at Tramlines Festival 2026 in Hillsborough Park, Sheffield. Visitors with exclusive access can use food stalls, a bar, green space, premium toilets and DJ entertainment, with the area operating throughout the festival weekend.

A 37-image gallery showcases festivalgoers’ outfits and atmosphere during day two of Tramlines Festival 2026 at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield. The event featured performances from Rick Astley, Blossoms and Courteeners, with photographer Lee McLean capturing attendees enjoying the Saturday festivities.

A 100-image gallery documents the opening day of Tramlines Festival 2026 at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield. Thousands attended performances by Fatboy Slim, The Coral, The Vaccines, The Kaiser Chiefs and other acts, with photographer Lee McLean capturing performers, crowds and the festival atmosphere.

A 22-image gallery showcases festivalgoers and performers on the opening day of Tramlines Festival 2026 at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield. The event runs from July 24 to 26 and features artists including Fatboy Slim, Wolf Alice, Courteeners, The Vaccines, The Coral and Milly Pye, with photographer Lee McLean capturing the festival fashion and atmosphere.

Tramlines Festival 2026 is taking place at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield from July 24 to 26, with performances by artists including Fatboy Slim, Wolf Alice and Courteeners. Festival drink prices range from £2.50 for water and £3.45 for soft drinks to £11.95 for Red Bull-based alcoholic drinks; beers and ciders generally cost between £5.95 and £6.95, wine by the glass starts at £8.50, and spirits with mixers cost £7.95. The article also lists prices for shots, hard seltzers, sparkling wine and non-alcoholic options.

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, originating in Manchester and now operating across Yorkshire, offers Naples‑style pizzas including marinara, margherita and calabrese alongside rotating specials. The restaurant group recently launched a nationwide giveaway supporting adult grassroots football with bespoke shirts and free pizza. YorkshireLive visited a branch to showcase menu highlights and share photos of the dining experience.

Lush’s Meadowhall store in Sheffield has reopened following a major refurbishment, offering an updated space ahead of the summer holidays. The redesign supports frequent in‑store events aimed at families, and returning manager Nyssa Blake expresses enthusiasm about leading the refreshed location.

Bodycare has reopened its former store at The Moor in Sheffield with a launch event featuring giveaways, flash mobs and promotional activities. The return follows the retailer’s closure of various UK locations last year. Local organisers encouraged shoppers to visit and explore the updated beauty offerings as part of broader retail developments in Sheffield and South Yorkshire.

A long-established Scarborough shop, John Wherritt, has closed after 181 years, prompting an outpouring of supportive and nostalgic messages from customers. Owners Celia Wilson and Sharon Jackson confirmed the closure and retirement, with many locals sharing memories of visiting the store during holidays. The shop’s final day was July 18.

Meadowhall will open a significantly expanded JD store on July 30, tripling its previous size to offer a wider selection of sportswear and fashion brands along with new self‑service tills. Meadowhall’s centre director highlights the investment as a vote of confidence in the shopping centre, while JD’s real estate director emphasises the company’s commitment to Sheffield. The opening follows other recent brand additions, strengthening the centre’s retail mix.

Halifax Piece Hall’s 2026 summer concert series has drawn thousands of attendees, with major artists including The Kooks, Madness, Paul Weller and James Arthur performing in the venue’s courtyard. Additional upcoming shows feature a wide range of acts across July and August, with tickets available through major vendors. The feature highlights fan photos supplied by promoter Cuffe and Taylor and promotes further coverage and event information through YorkshireLive and Explore Yorkshire.

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana launched a nationwide giveaway to support adult grassroots football, offering bespoke shirts and pizza and beer credit to 18 winning amateur teams. The initiative aims to recognise volunteers and players who sustain local football communities. Managing director Neal Bates emphasised the importance of community and giving back to teams that regularly visit their pizzerias. Entries are open until July 19 for teams across the UK.

A long‑standing Scarborough shop, John Wherritt, is closing after 181 years as its owners Celia Wilson and Sharon Jackson retire. A busy closing‑down sale has been extended for an additional week, with the final day set for July 18. Customers shared memories and praised the shop’s legacy as a cherished part of their seaside visits.

A newly transformed stand‑alone George store has opened at Cortonwood Retail Park in Barnsley, marked by live entertainment, celebrity appearances and large customer turnout. The store showcases expanded fashion and home collections, including ranges from Stacey Solomon and Yasmin Le Bon, as part of Asda’s ongoing investment in the George brand. The launch included a DJ set from Stephanie Hirst and style advice from Mark Heyes, with the store becoming the sixth former Asda Living site to be converted into a George location and the first in South Yorkshire.

Emergency services responded to a car fire near Colne Street in Huddersfield, where a recovery vehicle driver was reportedly working beneath a vehicle that caught fire. Police, fire crews, paramedics, and an air ambulance attended, with a cordon remaining in place as crews worked at the scene. Additional photos showed ongoing emergency activity as updates continued through the live blog.

Meadowhall in Sheffield is adding a new Belstaff store, offering leather jackets, premium casualwear, motorcycle clothing, footwear and accessories. Opening on July 17, the shop will reward the first 50 customers with a £50 gift card. The centre’s director welcomed the addition, noting Belstaff’s strong heritage and following, as it joins other major fashion brands at the shopping centre.

Photos highlight the 2026 Huddersfield Pride March, where about 250 people gathered at Greenhead Park to commemorate LGBTQ+ culture and mark the 45th anniversary of Huddersfield’s historic Pride.

The Lytham Festival’s 2026 edition delivered large-scale performances from major artists including the Pet Shop Boys, whose two-hour show impressed a crowd of 25,000. The event featured extensive amenities, a notable VIP area, and a scenic seaside setting marked by Lytham’s historic windmill. Additional sets from Scissor Sisters and Dave Pearce contributed to a strong lineup, reinforcing the festival’s reputation and its organisers’ success with major Yorkshire events.

Meadowhall in Sheffield is preparing to open Suburb, a new restaurant in the Oasis Dining Quarter, with hiring underway for its launch. Hoardings are already in place and the venue is expected to serve pizzas and burgers. A recruitment notice invites applications for staff positions as the shopping centre continues to expand its dining options.

JD is set to open one of its largest UK stores at Meadowhall in Sheffield on July 30. Centre director Darren Pearce welcomed the move, highlighting the retailer’s popularity. The opening follows extensive refurbishment, with updates to follow on local retail developments.

Curzon Sheffield has closed after admissions fell below profitable levels, prompting expressions of sadness from regular customers. The cinema announced the shutdown on Facebook, thanking staff and visitors for their support over the years. Local patrons described the closure as heartbreaking and a loss for the community.

A long‑running Yorkshire venue, The Chequers Inn in Bishop Thornton, earns strong praise for its Sunday carvery, which has been served since 1974 and is highlighted for value, generous portions and variety. Customer reviews describe the roasts as consistently fresh and satisfying, with flexible meat servings and well‑priced multi‑course options, reinforcing the venue’s status as a regional favourite.

Early crowds arrived at Leeds’ Roundhay Park for the debut of the American Express‑backed Roundhay Festival, featuring headline acts including Pitbull and Lewis Capaldi. The photo gallery captures the first attendees as the event aims to revive the park’s legacy of major concerts by globally known artists.

Lush and Sanrio have relaunched their Hello Kitty and Friends collaboration featuring new characters and themed bath and shower products. Representatives from both companies highlight shared values of kindness, inclusivity and self‑care. Sample items were provided to showcase the expanded collection, which continues the ‘friendship as self‑care’ theme.

Two shops at Meadowhall in Sheffield have closed, with notices posted confirming the shutdowns of Bagel Factory and fashion retailer Quiz. The shopping centre awaits announcements on future openings as part of ongoing changes in South Yorkshire retail.

A gift and souvenir shop on York’s Parliament Street has closed, following the earlier closure of a Claire’s unit at the same location. Sofa.com has also shut its Coppergate store, with a closing notice posted in the window. Local updates on openings and closures will continue as part of Yorkshire Live’s coverage of York and North Yorkshire.

A major Harrogate music festival will return on September 5, 2026 with a redesigned site, expanded main stage, new chillout zone and upgraded VIP area. The event will feature acts including Claptone, Sam Divine, Paul Woolford, Todd Terry and Gok Wan. Additions include a luxury Glam Van beauty space, expanded food village, improved site layout and a switch to a traditional bar system for faster service.

Meadowhall is preparing for the launch of a Pop Mart flagship store offering collectables including Labubu, Hello Kitty and Disney items. The opening follows recent additions such as a Lego Store and Crew Clothing. British Land’s retail leasing director highlighted the centre’s strong demand and evolving premium retail mix.

A packed summer concert schedule at Halifax’s Piece Hall, backed by TK Maxx, is credited with boosting the town’s profile and local economy. Bar owner Jamie Carr highlights the role of independent venues in enhancing the experience for concert-goers. High ticket demand and record sales accompany a lineup featuring artists such as David Byrne, Billy Ocean and The Wombats, with events running through August and tickets available from major vendors.

A 39-year-old Sheffield man, Matthew Beetenson, died at the scene of a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on the A57 Snake Pass near the A6013 turn-off. Police identified him following the June 20 incident, and his family expressed gratitude for the condolences received, describing him as widely loved and positively influential in many lives.