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Market life in Wakefield District

31 pictures showing life in Wakefield, Castleford and Pontefract markets

This lovely property, on Royal Birkdale Way, is currently for sale through estate agents Enfields for £375,000.

Inside a gorgeous £375,000 family home, for sale in Normanton

Olay eye gel drops are currently reduced to £10 on Amazon.

Olay eye gel drops drop from £25 to £10 in Amazon deal

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

Mayor of Wakefield Coun Brian Moorhouse, Godfrey Brooks and daughter Janet.

Pontefract veteran celebrates 107th birthday as regional regiment marks 20 years

Josh (right) has taken over the Black Bull pub.

New manager brings fresh plans and community spirit to The Black Bull in Midgley

A traditional Toby Carvery roast dinner with all the trimmings.

SAVE £19.55: Toby Carvery family roast dinner deal – get up to 36% off

Yes, it's another Chinese car. And yes, it's great value for money. And, yes, you've already forgotten what it's called, haven't you?

Aion UT review: this £28,950 EV offers a lot for the money

Up, up and away. Exprience a hot air balloon flight above Yorkshire.

Up, up and away! Virgin Balloon Flights in Yorkshire from £179

Homes and Gardens

Visitors wearing floral dresses and hats look at stands at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

VIP hospitality for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2027 – buy here
Yorkshire gardening fans planning a trip to the world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2027 can experience it in VIP style - and it makes a blooming wonderful Christmas gift!
Graham Walker

This wonderful home, on Cross Road, is currently available for £499,999 through estate agents Purplebricks.

Inside a charming £500,000 family home, for sale in Wakefield

Simba Sleep has launched a payday promotion with savings of up to 30% across selected mattresses, pillows, bedding and beds.

Simba mattresses slashed by up to 30%

Rent rises, pet requests and evictions are among the changes affecting private renters and landlords in England

Renting? The rules on rent rises, pets and evictions have changed

Simba Sleep has launched a payday promotion with savings of up to 30% across selected mattresses, pillows, bedding and beds.

Simba payday event offers savings on mattresses, pillows and bedding

The detached family home forms part of a small modern development and includes a driveway and secure storage

Four-bedroom detached Wakefield home on the market for £435k

The double-fronted detached home sits in a sought-after Middlestown location, with ample parking and a detached garage

Five-bedroom detached Middlestown home for £499,999

The RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield and District will begin to board dogs later this year.

RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield and District branch announce new dog boarding service

Annabel Maertens, owner of Paws on the Move.

Wakefield business owner named 'Dog Walker of the Year'

The RSPCA’s annual dog show and family fun day returned on Saturday.

16 paw-some pictures of the RSPCA Wakefield's Summer Fun Day and Dog Show

The owner of a dog grooming business has lost an appeal against a council enforcement notice banning the exercising of animals at Wragby Grange in Wakefield. Google image

Dog daycare business loses appeal over enforcement notice

Food and Drink

Sainsbury’s shoppers can save 25% on a huge range of food this week

Sainsbury’s has 25% off Taste the Difference food
Watching the pennies? This supermarket saving could make a noticeable difference to your weekly food shop.
Natalie Dixon

Beer lovers across the district can sample cask ales from China, Singapore, Ukraine, the USA and Denmark at their local Wetherspoon pubs this month.

Pubs to serve 20 cask ales from around the world in 12-day beer festival

The Albion Inn, on Greenhill Road, Eastmoor, has been sold at auction for £445,000. LDRS image

Former Wakefield city centre pub sells at auction for £445,000

Yorkshire roast icon Aunt Bessie gets makeover – where to buy online

Karen Wright's autumnal soup

Break out the seasonal comfort food

Staycation

Holiday Inn Express launches the “The Great Wake Up Debate,” led by comedian Rob Beckett, weighing in on everything from serial snoozing and shower schedules to the bedtime rituals people swear by.

Rob Beckett and Holiday Inn Express uncover the wake up rituals defining the UK

Outside the clubhouse.

We tried out a caravan holiday in Wales and this is what we thought

Charity begins at Lord Leycester Hospital timber-framed home of former soldiers.

Medieval majesty meets contemporary charm in Warwick

Retro

Former Wakefield MP David Hinchliffe, who published a book about a witch trial, is the guest speaker at Saturday's Wakefield & District Family History Society meeting. Picture Scott Merrylees

Former MP to shed light on notorious Denby witchcraft case
Former Wakefield MP David Hinchliffe is the guest speaker at this Saturday’s Wakefield & District Family History Society meeting at Outwood Memorial Hall.
Julie Marshall

The site sits derelict, dilapidated and fire damaged in South Kirby.

In pictures: Inside South Kirkby's derelict former health centre

A look back to the 80s.

Nostalgic photos of Wakefield from the 1980s from the classroom to Noel Edmonds

Wakefield Theatre Royal

Hidden Wakefield: Heritage gems open their doors

SheSings

Merrie City Festival brings live music and entertainment to Wakefield

Family

Ad Feature See what makes this primary school so special

The new Yoto Mini 4th Generation starts shipping today and I’ve already ordered one for Christmas

The new Yoto Mini starts shipping today and I can’t wait to get mine

Everyone’s favourite dog Bluey has just landed on Yoto and we can’t wait to listen

Bluey fans can now listen to their favourite stories on Yoto

New ‘Weekend with Us’ fostering initiative launches in Wakefield

New ‘Weekend with Us’ fostering initiative launches in Wakefield

A decade of beginnings: Pinderfields Birth Centre celebrates 10 years

Wakefield Council has reopened Ossett's Church Street play area following a £99,000 investment.

Ossett's Church Street play area reopens following £99K revamp

Cars and Motoring

Road Angel's new mirror camera offers a clever way to record and view dash cam footage

Review: The £199.99 dash cam hiding in plain sight on your mirror

Skoda Octavia VRS

The three little letters that mean so much when attached to a Skoda

Urban Cruiser

Is the electric Urban Cruiser from Toyota worth the wait?

Toyota Hilux

Re-casting an icon: Toyota Hilux pick-up goes electric

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The ETRONIK 40x30x20cm Ryanair cabin bag is currently £12.97 and has a 24-litre capacity.

More room under the seat with this £12.97 Ryanair bag

Oktoberfest 2026.

Wakefield to host two-day Oktoberfest event later this month

Kosas has expanded its Soulgazer Mascara range with three new shades, including navy, violet and espresso brown.

Coloured mascara is back – and Kosas nails it

Lemonade Dolls’ colourful Flex Collection in Aqua combines turquoise, soft pink and zesty lime green for a fresh take on everyday lingerie.

Lemonade Dolls Flex Collection review: Comfort meets colour

Dermalogica’s new Stabilizing Repair Serum, £65, is designed to soothe reactive and irritated skin while supporting the skin’s moisture barrier.

Dermalogica’s new £65 serum for sensitive skin

Jo Malone London’s Orange Marmalade Cologne takes inspiration from the bittersweet British breakfast favourite.

This Jo Malone bestseller wasn't what I expected

Relax and unwind with a luxury Bannatyne’s spa day for two.

SAVE 70%: Yorkshire luxury spa day for two at Bannatyne’s

The M&S Beauty Advent Calendar 2026 contains 25 beauty treats from brands including Estée Lauder, Benefit, bareMinerals and Color Wow.

M&S Beauty Advent Calendar 2026: what's inside

The 20L Ryanair cabin bag is currently £7.64 for the grey version in a limited-time deal.

Ryanair cabin bag now just £7.64 in limited-time deal

Get gaming: Families invited to brand-new Tabletop Gaming Day at mining museum

The Flintronic 40x20x25cm cabin bag is currently £9.38 in a limited-time deal, with a removable wet pocket and 20-litre capacity.

Ryanair cabin bag drops below £10 in limited-time deal

Fleas in your pet’s fur could be just part of the problem, with carpets and bedding harbouring more of the infestation

The fleas on your pet could be just 5% of the problem in your home

Spend £30 at e.l.f. Cosmetics and you can claim a Clear Brow & Lash Mascara free while stocks last this month.

Get yourself a free e.l.f brow and lash mascara - here's how

Renault 4 EV

Renault 4 EV continues carmaker’s retro revolution

Honda ZR-V Advance

Honda ZR-V plugs in to desire for hybrid simplicity

Towngate school took part in last year's fun event.

Wakefield Hospice Reindeer Run returns for 2026 - here's all you need to know

WX October.

Haunted Wild West, Showaddywaddy and Joel Dommett: This October at WX

BaByliss Air Wand is £94.99 and could replace three hair tools in my routine

BaByliss Air Wand is now £94.99 on Amazon

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