Laura Drysdale
The Yorkshire Post
United Kingdom
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Antiques centre at former Pontefract Magistrates' Court is ‘lovely treasure chest' on high street
An antiques venture is breathing new life into a former Magistrates’ Court and bringing a new offering to Pontefract’s high street. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
Radical £250million 10-year masterplan to transform Huddersfield town centre is revealed
A ten-year masterplan that could see Huddersfield transformed to the tune of £250m will have culture and leisure at its heart, according to Kirklees Council. → Read More
Why it’s worth looking up to the ceiling during an outing to the theatre
intricate and ornate ceiling designs have become almost as symbolic of an outing to the theatre as the production or performance itself. This one, at Theatre Royal Wakefield, has eight oval medallion panels, each depicting a painted muse. → Read More
Inside the 'dark kitchen' in Leeds where meals are made for Deliveroo home delivery
We were given a tour of the Deliveroo Editions kitchen on the edge of Chapeltown in Leeds, as chefs prepared for a Wednesday evening shift. → Read More
Behind the scenes at Leeds Deliveroo Editions 'dark kitchen' which is changing the face of the food industry
There has been both intrigue and anxiety over what goes on behind the scenes in a so-called ‘dark kitchen’. → Read More
Meet the Yorkshire group fighting for blue plaque parity for men and women
Members of a project in Wakefield want to make the city one of blue plaque parity for men and women - and are already having an impact, just one year in. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
This Yorkshire school is tackling mental health issues head-on with a wellbeing centre for students
Against the backdrop of growing concerns over the mental health of young people, one Yorkshire school is tackling issues head on with a wellness centre. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
From top Syrian diplomat to Barnsley budgie breeader, how life has changed for Khaled al-Ayoubi
Seven years ago, Khaled Al-Ayoubi was the UK’s top Syrian diplomat. Now living in Barnsley, he is breeding budgies, unable to return to his birth country. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
Great British Bake Off contestant Karen Wright set for hometown appearance at Wakefield’s rhubarb festival
Karen Wright was one of four Yorkshire contestants in the 2018 Bake Off. Laura Drysdale speaks to her as she prepares for another tent - at Wakefield’s rhubarb festival. → Read More
How Calderdale Industrial Museum volunteers are preserving Halifax’s engineering heritage
Calderdale Industrial Museum preserves examples of Halifax’s engineering heritage. Laura Drysdale met some of the volunteers who help keep it going. → Read More
Roseberry Topping’s champion view in the snow
THE MATTERHORN of Yorkshire offered unrivalled views to one intrepid hiker who took advantage of a perfect blue sky to climb Roseberry Topping as the county shivered. → Read More
Butchers say they’re faring well after years of decline
In light of campaigns including Veganuary and with talk of a reduced-meat planetary health diet, Laura Drysdale explores how butcher’s shops are faring. → Read More
Why Mary Queen of Scots’ time captive in Sheffield is a film just waiting to be made
With Mary Queen of Scots out in cinemas, Jon Bradley, a programme manager at Sheffield Manor Lodge, sheds light on her time in the city. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
Why film director Jack Spring chose Yorkshire to shoot his debut feature Destination: Dewsbury
Aged 22, Jack Spring is one of the youngest movie directors in the country. He speaks to Laura Drysdale about his debut feature Destination: Dewsbury and filming in Yorkshire. → Read More
Oyez, oyez, oyez: Why Pontefract heritage group brought back town crier for their Yorkshire community
Eighteen months ago, a community group took the decision to revive a centuries-old tradition by reinstating a town crier in their area. Laura Drysdale explores why. → Read More
Why this giant war horse sculpture is a fitting tribute to one Yorkshire town’s past
It was described as majestic by those involved in its creation, and, standing at an impressive magnitude in grassland overlooking tributes to fallen soldiers, this war horse’s aura is certainly one of beauty and power. → Read More
What launch of new Yorkshire Historic Dictionary can tell us about county’s past
The new Yorkshire Historic Dictionary offers a unique insight into this county’s language and culture over time. Laura Drysdale looks at its making ahead of its launch tomorrow. → Read More
See God’s Own Country from two wheels with these Yorkshire cycling routes
With fitness and wellbeing a New Year focus for many, British Cycling and HSBC highlight some of the best winter bike routes in Yorkshire. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More
How Hull sculpture marks centuries-old sea connection
At face value, Hull’s Voyage statue depicts a human figure stood on a plinth, staring out across the Humber river. → Read More
How charitable venture of Muse’s former tour director could provide live events boost for Yorkshire
Glen Rowe has spent nearly 30 years of his life touring with bands. Now his focus is on supporting the live music industry that he has been a part of for so long. Laura Drysdale reports. → Read More