21 October 2024

We’re looking forward to welcoming you on Friday to our next monthly Meetup networking event! Whether you’re a business owner, community leader, or just someone passionate about local connections, this ...

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21 October 2024

We’re thrilled to share that the local events calendar has been topped up with even more exciting activities, packed with a variety of fun and engaging activities for all ages. ...

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10 October 2024

Now in its third year, Denby Dale Parish Council’s annual EcoFest event travels to Emley on Saturday 19 October. The theme of this year’s event is biodiversity but there will be presentations ...

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2 October 2024

Whistlestop Valley in Clayton West are holding their first Educational Morning which will bring together other local educational attractions and educational professionals for a fun filled morning. The event will ...

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30 September 2024

Support Local Sports: Explore Our New Sponsorship Packages and Help Boost Community Engagement Thanks to the efforts of Jane Dawson, Nortonthorpe Sports Club and Scissett Football Club now offer a ...

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26 September 2024

EcoFest is back for 2024 and this year the focus is on biodiversity. The event runs from 10am to 3pm and will include presentations from local schools as well as ...

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25 September 2024

Shelley First School Open Evening – Tuesday 1st October 2024 Drop-In between 4pm and 6:30pm We are opening our doors for any families who are looking for a school where ...

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11 September 2024

Due to popular demand, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our monthly networking events—and we’d love for you to join us! After the incredible success of our July Meetup, ...

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3 September 2024

The annual cross community one day festival of lights is scheduled for the 16th November 2024 in Cliffe Woods, Clayton West. As in previous years, the organisers would like to ...

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22 August 2024

Join the Nortonthorpe Sports Club: Help Shape the Future of a Community Treasure The Nortonthorpe Sports Club in Clayton West is steadily growing, bringing more of the community together through ...

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6 August 2024

Art at the House, at @cliffehouse_ in Shepley, is an event organised and run by a small group of volunteers leading up to and during the weekend. This year is ...

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26 July 2024

Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please feel free to utilise and share any information as you think would be useful. ...

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26 July 2024

Art at the House will return to Cliffe House in Shepley this year on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September! Building on the success from previous years this wonderful art ...

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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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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 member Denby Dale Cricket Club’s summer ...

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21 June 2024

Did you know that it is free for community groups and charities to become members of the HD8 Network? Also, did you know there is also no cost to add ...

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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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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 turns 11 … today – 25th April 2024! So it’s 11 years since I (Merewyn Sayers) attended a networking event over in Brighouse, run by the sparkling ...

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