Wakefield Business Spotlight: Age UK Wakefield District 20 Jul 2026

Age UK Wakefield District is next up in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight series!

Wakefield Tenpin holds The Golden Pin Scavenger Hunt 20 Jul 2026

Tenpin is inviting families to take part in a summer adventure at Trinity Walk Shopping Centre with the launch of The Golden Pin Scavenger Hunt.

Bodycare to return to high street with 17 stores – including Wakefield's Trinity Walk 14 Jul 2026

Health and beauty brand Bodycare has announced it will be opening 17 new stores, including one at Trinity Walk in Wakefield.

'Better, brighter and busier': Wakefield Council announce summer of action to smarten up city centre 14 Jul 2026

Action is being taken to make our city centre a ‘safer and smarter’ place for all throughout the summer.

New noodle bar to open in Wakefield city centre 14 Jul 2026

A new restaurant is due to open at Trinity Walk.

Plans submitted for new petrol station and store in Pontefract 14 Jul 2026

Plans have been submitted for a new a service station close to Pontefract town centre.

Aldi submits plans for new store in Ossett 14 Jul 2026

Aldi has submitted plans for a new supermarket in Ossett

Iconic motorcycle jacket brand opens new store in Castleford shopping outlet 14 Jul 2026

Belstaff has opened a brand-new outlet store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds (formerly Junction 32).

Wakefield factory’s £42m green upgrade revealed 14 Jul 2026

Wakefield’s Coca Cola factory is cutting emissions with a £42m investment in greener technology.

Contractor boosts public sector presence with appointment to £1.5bn framework 14 Jul 2026

Wakefield-headquartered Caddick Construction has been appointed to the latest round of YORBuild’s procurement framework for projects valued between £10m and £30m.

District’s visitor spending climbs as overnight stays rise 14 Jul 2026

Visitors to the Wakefield district in 2025 helped contribute £889.4m to the local economy, an increase of 4.5 per cent on the previous year.

M2r Education named 2026 Professional Services to the Tuition Sector winner at the National Tutoring Awards 2026 14 Jul 2026

m2r Education based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire has been named Professional Services to the Tuition Sector winner at the National Tutoring Awards 2026.

Support your local Spinal Injuries Centre 14 Jul 2026

MY Hospitals Charity has partnered with Horatio’s Garden to deliver meaningful change for their spinal injuries patients and their families.

Gordon Ramsay lookalike opens new Domino's Pizza store in Normanton 6 Jul 2026

Domino’s Pizza has officially opened a new store in Normanton.

Wakefield fish and chip shop celebrates after being named best chippy in Yorkshire and Humber 6 Jul 2026

A much-loved Wakefield chippy has been named the Best Fish and Chips in Yorkshire and Humber.

New Budgens and Cream Hut store opens in South Elmsall 6 Jul 2026

A new Budgens convenience store and Cream Hut dessert outlet has opened in South Elmsall.

'A heartfelt thank you': The Prince of Wales Hospice runners raise over £20,000 at Pontefract 10K 6 Jul 2026

A total of 148 dedicated supporters took on the Pontefract 10K as part of The Prince of Wales Hospice team, raising an incredible £20,139 for the hospice.

Wakefield's Blacker Hall Farm announces Yorkshire Day Festival 2026 6 Jul 2026

Blacker Hall Farm’s Yorkshire Day Festival will return next month.

Revenues surpass £220m at vehicle retailer despite cost pressures 6 Jul 2026

Motor vehicle seller, Cars 2 Ltd, has hailed strong revenues in the face of inflation and uncertainty, as it releases its results for the year ended 31 December 2025.

Wakefield Business Spotlight: Collab Commercial Interiors 6 Jul 2026

Collab Commercial Interiors are the first business we’re showcasing as part of our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight!

Yorkshire fabricator marks 30 years with £1m investment plan and ambition to reach £5m turnover 2 Jul 2026

From Ferrybridge garage to a £3.8 million fabrication business.

Logistics company picks contractor for £13m Wakefield cold storage unit 29 Jun 2026

StoreLogs, a temperature-controlled storage and logistics specialist, has appointed Russell WBHO to deliver a £13m cold storage unit in Wakefield.

Switalskis makes three new appointments to its Wakefield-based law team 29 Jun 2026

Switalskis has made three new appointments to its Wakefield-based abuse compensation team, reflecting continued demand for legal representation for abuse survivors.

Castleford deli celebrates 150 years serving the community 29 Jun 2026

A family-run deli in Castleford is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone after serving generations of customers for 150 years.

Former fashion designer opens modern bridal boutique in Pontefract 29 Jun 2026

A former fashion designer for Ellesse and River Island is bringing a fresh approach to bridal shopping to Pontefract with the launch of Belle Vie Bridal.

Multi-million pound investment to support thousands more homes 29 Jun 2026

A major investment is aiming to support delivery of thousands of new homes – attracting further private sector investment and boosting West Yorkshire’s economy.

Strong year for Haribo UK as turnover and profits rise - £35m investment made in new facility 26 Jun 2026

The UK arm of sweet manufacturing giant Haribo has reported growth in revenue and profits underpinned by investment in its facilities and expansion of its retail estate.

Engineering firm recruited for £27m bus station transformation 22 Jun 2026

Engineering firm HJ Consulting Engineers (HJCE) has won a contract to support development of a new regional transport hub.

The Prince of Wales Hospice celebrates success of Pontefract charity superstore 22 Jun 2026

The Prince of Wales Hospice is celebrating the success of their new charity superstore, which opened in Pontefract town centre a month ago.

New state-of-the-art dental practice opens at Trinity Walk following £2m investment 22 Jun 2026

The UK’s largest dental care provider, mydentist, has relocated its practices in Wakefield to a new large-scale practice on Trinity Walk.

Featherstone's Bradley Arms celebrates double CAMRA award success 22 Jun 2026

A community pub in North Featherstone has received a double celebration after being presented with two Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) awards at a special ceremony.

Poonam Kaur Appointed Yorkshire & the Humber Regional Chair for the Institute of Directors 22 Jun 2026

Corporate finance boutique fds is proud to announce that its CEO, Poonam Kaur, has been appointed Regional Chair for Yorkshire & the Humber at the Institute of Directors.

Mayors join forces to launch ‘defence powerhouse’ 16 Jun 2026

Mayors from across Yorkshire have teamed up to launch an initiative aimed at bringing national defence and security investment into the region.

m2r Education shortlisted for two tuition awards 16 Jun 2026

Recognition from the UK's leading professional body for tutoring highlights m2r Education's commitment to supporting the growth and success of tuition businesses.

Giant former Superdrug warehouse to get revamp 15 Jun 2026

Plans to refurbish Superdrug’s former warehouse in South Elmsall have been given the go-ahead.

Pontefract kitchen business set for £390m takeover 15 Jun 2026

A South Kirkby-based kitchen business employing more than 550 people across West Yorkshire is set to change hands in a deal worth £390 million.

Dozens of affordable homes sold in £17.4m deal 15 Jun 2026

Avant Homes has confirmed the £17.4m sale of an affordable scheme of 73 homes at its development on Lingwell Gate Lane in Wakefield to housing provider Vico Homes.

Kitchens retailer grows regional network by launching its latest showroom 9 Jun 2026

German kitchen retailer, Prestons Kitchens, has confirmed the opening of a new showroom in Wakefield, its fifth in the north of England as part of its growth strategy.

Plans lodged for alcohol and entertainment permit at city’s former crown court 8 Jun 2026

Proposals to sell alcohol and provide entertainment at Wakefield’s old crown court building have been put forward.

Hospice celebrates its volunteers who help make hospice care possible 8 Jun 2026

The Prince of Wales Hospice has marked Volunteers’ Week by celebrating the incredible contribution of its volunteers.

Wakefield vets offering FREE consultations to help pets get timely care 8 Jun 2026

Pet owners joining a Wakefield vets are being offered a free first consultation until the end of August to enable them to keep on top of their pet’s healthcare.

Academy of Live Technology granted New Degree Awarding Powers 3 Jun 2026

The Academy of Live Technology has been granted New Degree Awarding Powers (NDAPs) by the Office for Students (OfS).

Post Office reopening in South Kirkby 2 Jun 2026

The Common Post Office in South Kirkby is to reopen, giving customers 75 hours a week of services.

The Little Terrace: New indoor role play village for young children planned for city centre 2 Jun 2026

A new indoor role play village for young children in set to open in Wakefield city centre.

Consent secured to turn former coroner’s court into creative hub 2 Jun 2026

Plans have been approved to turn the former Coroner’s Court on Northgate into a creative hub, the latest milestone in the regeneration of Wakefield’s Civic Quarter.

Commercial cleaning business opens office in response to regional growth 2 Jun 2026

Edwards Commercial Cleaning has confirmed the opening of its new Yorkshire office, at The Junction in Wakefield.

Furniture retailer grows regional warehouse capacity 2 Jun 2026

Bedkingdom, an online furniture retailer, has expanded its warehouse operations with the acquisition of a new 55,756 sq ft facility in Wakefield.

Tenpin bowling returns to city centre in former Debenhams store 2 Jun 2026

A Wakefield shopping centre is marking its 15th birthday with the launch of a Tenpin bowling and entertainment centre in its former Debenhams unit.

Wakefield Labour Club wins CAMRA Club of the Year Award for 15th year running 27 May 2026

Wakefield Labour Club, known locally as the ‘Red Shed’, has been named Club of the Year by Wakefield and District CAMRA.

Castleford post office reopens in refurbished premises 27 May 2026

Castleford has a newly refurbished post office.

Young entrepreneurs raise over £1,800 for The Prince of Wales Hospice through Business Builder Challenge 27 May 2026

The Prince of Wales Hospice once again put young people’s business skills to the test with its Business Builder Challenge.

Double Two launches new local Clearance Outlet 27 May 2026

Iconic brand Double Two is bringing a brand new shopping experience with the launch of its Double Two Clearance Outlet for great style with big savings.

Grow Your West Yorkshire Business Faster with Free Digital Support 27 May 2026

Digital tools shape how businesses reach customers, manage their time and make decisions. But for many small businesses, knowing where to start can be a challenge.

Reed launches the 'All About Business Entrepreneurs Fund' 19 May 2026

Recruitment company Reed has launched a fund to support at least three 18- to 26-year-olds start up and run a business.

Support young traders at markets in Wakefield, Castleford and Ossett as national competition returns 18 May 2026

People are invited to enjoy a fantastic mix of stalls from budding entrepreneurs as the Young Traders Market competition returns to local markets across Wakefield.

Junction 32 to change name to Designer Outlet Leeds following huge rebrand 18 May 2026

Junction 32 is undergoing a huge rebrand that will see it change its name.

23-acre site acquired for 500,000 sq ft speculative build 18 May 2026

Industrial developer, Panattoni, has acquired from Delin Property a 23-acre site at Wakefield Europort, West Yorkshire.

Normanton care home sold for the first time in 36 years 18 May 2026

A Normanton care home has been sold for the first time in 36 years to an established care group.

Prince of Wales Hospice opens new Pontefract superstore 18 May 2026

The Prince of Wales Hospice opened the doors to its brand-new Pontefract superstore on Wednesday, with shoppers rushing inside following a ribbon-cutting.

Inside Wakefield’s new brewery taproom 18 May 2026

A new independent brewery and taproom has opened in Wakefield.

Machinery supplier expands premises to handle surging demand 12 May 2026

Strong demand for structural steel processing equipment has driven expansion plans for Ficep UK as the business prepares to invest in an extension for its headquarters.

Redbeck petrol station to be demolished for new services and drive-thru 11 May 2026

A ‘dated’ petrol station in Wakefield is to be demolished to make way for replacement ‘enhanced roadside services.’

Wakefield city centre pub named CAMRA Pub of the Year 2025 11 May 2026

A city centre bar has received its CAMRA’s pub of the year 2025 award.

Padel courts scheme approved at city rugby club 11 May 2026

Plans to build padel courts at a rugby union club in Wakefield have been given the go-ahead by council planners.

Wakefield butcher to represent Great Britain in World Butchers’ Challenge 11 May 2026

Wakefield butcher to represent Great Britain in World Butchers’ Challenge

Plans to rejuvenate Wakefield restaurant Robatary including 'welcoming space' for families 11 May 2026

Popular Wakefield city centre restaurant, Robatary, has been taken over with plans to ‘carefully’ rejuvenate the eatery, creating a welcoming space for families.

m2r Education awarded place on Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Supply Teachers Framework 11 May 2026

m2r Education is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a place on the Government Commercial Agency Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment Framework (RM6376).

Pontefract Liquorice Festival: HARIBO UK sweetening celebrations once again for 2026 5 May 2026

The Pontefract Liquorice Festival is fast approaching and preparations are well underway.

Pets at Home plans new illuminated sign at Wakefield retail park store 5 May 2026

A Wakefield pet store could soon get a fresh new look if plans for updated signage are approved.

Wakefield animal lover able to buy a house thanks to her pet waste business 5 May 2026

Emma Garner, 45, has told how she was able to buy her £195,000 four-bed semi-detached house with the money she has earned scooping dog poo.

Tenpin Wakefield at Trinity Walk is now open for bookings 4 May 2026

Ahead of its grand opening on May 29, you can now book in advance to enjoy the new development at Trinity Walk.

Plan for new Bull Ring bar and tattoo studio 4 May 2026

Plans have been submitted to open a new bar and tattoo studio in Wakefield city centre.

Wakefield’s Blacker Hall Farm appoints marketing firm to support growth and launch online shop 24 Apr 2026

A popular Wakefield farm shop is bringing in outside help as it looks to reach more customers and grow its business.