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27 February 2025

Organizing networking events—well, any event really—can be tricky. Finding the right time, day, and format to suit everyone isn’t easy! Currently we’re working on finding the best time and format ...

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24 February 2025

Did you know the HD8 Network has a dedicated News section on our website? (By the way, you are reading an article in it, right now). Alongside our local events ...

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24 February 2025

Did you know that HD8 Network members’ Denby Dale District Lions Club, have held an annual Beer Festival for over 30 years! Over that period of time they have raised ...

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18 February 2025

We’re excited to let you know that HD8 Network members Philpott Financial has a new home! Their new office has relocated to:   18 Commercial Rd Skelmanthorpe Huddersfield HD8 9DA   You ...

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13 February 2025

Nortonthorpe Sports Club are having a Club Night! This is a chance to unwind and enjoy a good atmosphere. Stay for an hour, stay for longer, it would just be ...

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13 February 2025

Date: 11th MarchTime: 6:30 PMLocation: Skelmanthorpe Community Centre Hey there, Kirkburton and Denby Dale gents! Alison Forde here, your friendly Kirklees Community Hub Coordinator. You might know me from organizing ...

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9 February 2025

HD8 Network member Boost Yoga, offers inclusive yoga and mindfulness sessions that support curricular learning, PSHE targets and positive behaviour and attitudes. In today’s society, poor mental health poses a ...

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27 January 2025

On Friday 31 January The Flow Studio are moving to a new location for their Pilates sessions. Sharron, the lovely lady behind The Flow Studio said “I’ve found a great ...

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21 January 2025

We’re excited to announce a change of venue for our monthly Meetup in January! For the past few months, we’ve been hosting this fantastic networking opportunity at Nortonthorpe Sports Club. ...

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20 January 2025

We’re excited to share information about Parent Sanctuary, a supportive and inclusive walking and talking group for parents and their little ones in Huddersfield. Parenting is not easy, and we ...

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17 January 2025

Kirklees Council has identified a pressing need for upskilling in Marketing and Management to support its communities. To address this, free or co-funded Skills Bootcamps in Marketing and Management are ...

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17 January 2025

Making DIY More Accessible and Sustainable Scissett DIY is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Denby Dale Men’s Share Shed, enhancing access to tools and equipment for ...

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14 January 2025

Find out more about the Fully or Cofunded Marketing and Management Skills Bootcamps which are being offered by HD8 Network member Qualia Academy Elevate Your Leadership Practices with Our 7-Week ...

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13 January 2025

At the HD8 Network, we’re passionate about shining a spotlight on the incredible people, places, and events that make our communities unique. But we can’t do it without you! We’re ...

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10 January 2025

The children, staff, governors and parents at Cumberworth First School are looking for a caring, friendly and flexible lunchtime supervisor to facilitate a calm and purposeful play experience across our ...

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8 January 2025

Alison Forde the Bridge Community Hub Coordinator has organised for Realise to deliver a FREE Autism Awareness in Children Level 2 course. Please read below for more details. Course Start ...

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10 December 2024

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant and supportive school community? Cumberworth First School is currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to fill ...

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4 December 2024

To help you recycle your tree while supporting DART International UK, D W Tree Services and HD8 Network member Wildwood Digital are running a Charity Christmas Tree Removal and Recycling ...

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3 December 2024

A local volunteer group has found a water mill hidden in the woods they look after and will be showing the results to the public on Saturday 14th December. The ...

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22 November 2024

This afternoon I sent out email reminders about next week’s opportunity to get together and meet other people who Work in the HD8 and surrounding areas. So if you’re interested ...

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