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Get ready for a summer of wild discovery as the ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail swings into play at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park in South Yorkshire throughout the school holidays, Saturday 18 July – Monday 31 August 2026. It’s time to uncover all the hidden wonders of the rainforest and learn how to become a true champion for endangered species! Grab your ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail stamp book and follow […]

South Yorkshire’s visitor economy has reached a significant milestone, generating £4.0 billion for the local economy in 2025 and supporting 32,800 jobs across the region. The latest figures show continued growth in visitor numbers, visitor spending and employment, underlining the strength and resilience of South Yorkshire’s tourism sector. An estimated 38.3 million visits were made to South Yorkshire during the year, including 34.4-million-day visits. Day visitors accounted for 80% of […]

118 parks and green spaces in Yorkshire and the Humber have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award as environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy celebrates the 30th anniversary of the scheme. Sites across East Riding of Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire are among a record 2,391 UK sites celebrating their achievement, with newcomers including: Shire Brook Valley […]

The National Videogame Museum is turning its gallery over to players and fans in a unique exhibition that puts personal videogame stories, memories and collections centre stage. ‘Together We Play’ launches on 18th July and celebrates the communities, collections, friendships, and spaces created through a shared love of videogames. The exhibition is supported by the BFI National Lottery Screen Heritage Fund. Highlights: Specially commissioned mural celebrating player stories and memories […]

The ribbons in Weston Park honour loved ones who are no longer with us, while raising vital funds for the charity’s services. On the 29th May 2026 Weston Park Cancer Charity’s ‘Ribbons of Hope’ tribute was unveiled by The Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Cllr Andrew Sangar. The display, located in Weston Park, is made up of purple and white ribbons – each bearing the name of someone […]

Around 25,000 children from across the UK are set to take part in the 2026 Rotary Children’s Fun Day, organised by Rotary clubs nationwide on and around the 10th of June. For more than 30 years, Rotary GB&I has been helping disabled, disadvantaged and vulnerable young people enjoy unforgettable experiences and a much-needed break from everyday challenges. Since the initiative began, more than one million children have taken part in […]

It’s America’s 250th birthday on July 4 - and a tiny Rotherham castle linked to U.S. independence is celebrating with a family Heritage Day History, music, crafts and family fun lined up at Boston Castle and Park Heritage Day, 10am-4pm on July 4 Americans will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the most important day in their history on July 4 - the signing of the Declaration of Independence - […]

As Carers Week highlights the theme of Building Carer Friendly Communities, Karen Young shares how caring for her husband Alan led her to help build a local support group for families affected by Lewy body dementia, and why carers should not be left to cope alone. “Caring is a journey of unconditional love. I am Alan’s wife, best friend and primary care partner of 46 years. We live in South […]