Newsletter: Friday 25th April 2025

Welcome to Yorkshire

Inspiration • April 25th, 2025

Spring is in full swing and there’s plenty to look forward to across Yorkshire, from steam train adventures to live music and local markets. Don’t forget—two bank holidays are coming up in May, on Monday the 5th and Monday the 26th—perfect for planning a getaway or a day out close to home.

Yorkshire News

Jodie Ounsley, former England Rugby Sevens player and BBC Gladiator, broke a Guinness World Record by sprinting 50 metres with a coal bag in just 8.06 seconds at her hometown stadium in Wakefield.

Three Yorkshire bakeries—Nova in Leeds, Bakers Yard in Sheffield, and Haxby Bakehouse near York—have been named among the UK’s best by the Good Food Guide.

Discover local art, meet talented makers, and get hands-on with free print activities at The Art House Wakefield’s Makers Market and Open Studios on Saturday 26 April.

This May bank holiday, hop aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a magical day out with steam trains, stunning views, and a special chance to meet Paddington Bear in person on 3–4 May 2025.

What's on in Yorkshire this week?

Yorkshire is buzzing with an exciting line-up of events to suit all tastes. Whether you’re looking for live music, comedy, sports nostalgia, or family-friendly entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s coming up in the next week:

The Music of The Lord of The Rings: A Tribute to Howard Shore at Bradford Cathedral on April 25th, 2025 7:30pm
Mario at O2 Academy Leeds on April 26th, 2025 7:00pm
Olly Murs at Connexin Live, Hull on April 27th, 2025 6:30pm
Matt Goss: the Hits & More at Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds on April 28th, 2025 7:30pm
Robert Jon & The Wreck at The Welly Club, Hull on April 29th, 2025 7:00pm
James at Middlesbrough Town Hall on April 30th, 2025 7:00pm
The Pogues at O2 Academy Leeds on May 1st, 2025 7:00pm
Last Laugh Comedy Club at Sheffield City Hall Memorial Hall on May 2nd, 2025 7:00pm
Shaun Ryder – Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays at Scarborough Spa Theatre on May 3rd, 2025 7:00pm
MAY THE 4TH MOVIE MARATHON @ Refectory LDS at Northern Monk Refectory, Leeds on May 4th, 2025 12:00pm
Easter at The Caverns, April 5th - 27th, 2025

A look at the history of Whorlton Old Church, with Dr Emma Wells

Discover the fascinating history of Whorlton Old Church with Dr Emma Wells, exploring its Norman roots, rare wooden effigy, and enduring legacy amid the ruins.