A unique exhibition train which brings to life the past, present and future of the railway is set to call at Darlington Station next month. Railway 200’s Inspiration will arrive at Darlington on Wednesday 10 September 2025 and will spend a week telling the rich history of 200-years of engineering firsts and world-changing innovation.

With GCSE results out this Thursday, an education expert has told parents to “keep their own emotions in check” and focus on supporting their child. Drew Povey says parents should remember that exam results “are not the final verdict” and how they react may have a bigger impact on their child than they realise.

The village of Minskip, near Boroughbridge, is holding its popular annual Scarecrow Competition on the weekend of August 30 and August 31. The competition, which has established a fine reputation during the past few years, sees almost the entire village making scarecrows that line the main street in a blaze of colour throughout the weekend.

More than 200 people a week are taking to the courts at a new padel facility in Kirkbymoorside, as rural North Yorkshire embraces one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports this summer. Launched by Ryedale Group in June 2025, WePlay Padel is offering discounted weekday sessions throughout the school holidays (21 July–31 August) to help more local children and families get active.

Following their remarkable summer tour, Ripon Cathedral Choir has returned home after a prestigious four-day residency at Westminster Abbey. The 60-strong ensemble of boy and girl choristers and choral scholars, accompanied by ten lay clerks, stepped in to maintain the Abbey's sacred musical tradition during the regular choir's summer break.

Historic England has launched an interactive map of historic coastal landmarks, celebrating the country’s vibrant seaside heritage. Historic England is asking people to contribute to the Missing Pieces Project, adding to the story of coastal places that hold a special place in their hearts and minds.

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is encouraging families to journey down the rabbit hole this summer with an Alice in Wonderland inspired takeover of the castle grounds. From Saturday 19th July, a new and immersive experience awaits in The Riding School, setting everyone’s senses and imaginations alight as this much-loved story is brought to life.

A collaboration between a West Yorkshire care group and the University of Bradford’s School of Nursing has provided vital first-hand experience for over 200 student nurses, paramedics, and occupational therapists over the past 18 years.

A Yorkshire-based sports charity has produced a book of reflective writings from school pupils, chronicling youngsters’ personal perspectives on the significance of movement, physical activity, and sport in their lives.​ The Move Well book, which includes illustrations by pupils at Morley Victoria School, is the first of its kind in the country, and the organisers are hoping that its value will…

Niche family law firm, Jones Myers, has been selected as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious nationwide Modern Law Private Client Awards 2025. Shortlisted in the Outstanding Client Care category for family law firms with over 26 employees which the practice won in the 2024 awards, the firm is also in the final line up of the Private Client Team category.

Temperatures could reach as high as 34°C over the coming days according to the Met Office. In the past 24 hours, Google searches like ‘how to dress your baby for sleep’ and ‘can my baby sleep in just a nappy’ have surged by over 5,000% as worried parents seek guidance on keeping their babies safe overnight.