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Charlotte Cunningham, owner and lead practitioner at Toddler Sense Wakefield

Toddler Sense Wakefield named national finalist at What's On 4 Kids Awards

Forget tablets and toys, Yoto is the Christmas present children can enjoy all year round

Yoto is the screen-free Christmas gift children can use every day

New Gen Yoto Player

Yoto Mini 4th Gen vs 2024 Edition: my verdict on which is worth buying

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts

There are a variety of pumpkin patches across Wakefield this October.

The top places for pumpkin picking in and around Wakefield and the Five Towns

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

LEGO DUPLO bricks are designed for little hands and can be used to create colourful models through open-ended play.

6 skills toddlers can learn through LEGO DUPLO play

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

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

James and Maria Dakin.

Couple celebrates 35th wedding anniversary thanks to The Prince of Wales Hospice

RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield and District Branch

Meet the wonderful animals at the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch

Charlotte Dean (left) and Ella Gusterson outside the shop on Cornmarket, Pontefract, that is set to open in September as the Enchanted Village children's role play centre.

Two nurses set to open Enchanted Village
Two Pontefract mums who became friends while working as Pinderfields Hospital nurses are set to open a new children's role play village.
Mark Lavery

Family-friendly pubs

Here are some of the best family-friendly pubs with play areas across Wakefield

Seaside in Park returns to Featherstone next weekend.

Featherstone's Seaside in the Park is back for 2026

From September 1, new rules will limit the number of compulsory branded school uniform and PE kit items schools in England can require parents to buy.

New school uniform rules: What parents need to know before September

Toy meets tech in Toy Story 5 as Bonnie receives a new tablet to play with, making life for Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the other toys exponentially harder.

Cinema inviting families to enjoy the magic of the big screen this summer

Families are being invited to experience the sights, sounds and uplifting spirit of Yorkshire’s mining heritage this Yorkshire Day.

Step back in time for a spectacular Yorkshire Day Gala at the NCMM

Meet and greet Woody and Buzz Lightyear across Wakefield this August.

'To infinity and beyond!': Meet Toy Story's Woody and Buzz across Wakefield

Ossett Brewery Charity Open Day

Cheers! 14 fabulous family photos from Ossett Brewery's Charity Day

Local dad, Warren Jones, introduces his son, Ernie, to The Hepworth Wakefield’s summer exhibition.

The Hepworth Wakefield to host a range of free family activities this summer

Author Gail with Eliza Binks fans at her book launch event at Pontefract Castle.

Young readers become story detectives at Pontefract Castle book launch

The seaside is heading to the district.

Costa Del Wakefield: Hit the beach this summer with sandpits and seaside fun

Coun Lukasz Borcz with the Summer Holiday Planner

Days out in Wakefield: Ready-made guide to activities for all the family
Wakefield Council has unveiled its 2026 Summer Holiday Planner, giving families across the district a ready-made guide to activities and days out for every day of the school holidays.
Leanne Clarke

Here are some of the best events and activities taking place across the district this summer.

What's on across Wakefield and the Five Towns throughout the summer holidays

Roar into Summer at The Ridings for a load of dinosaur family fun!

Roar into summer! Dinosaurs set to take over The Ridings at adventure day

Ten toys and games under £10 that will keep kids entertained all summer holidays

Ten toys under £10 to keep kids entertained this summer

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits deal includes a wide selection of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal is helping families save on summer meals

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits promotion includes a wide range of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal could make summer holidays easier

Parents and carers are being encouraged to make sure their children are protected against measles and other serious childhood illnesses by catching up on any missed vaccinations.

Families encouraged to catch up on children's vaccinations as measles cases rise

The Owlet Dream Sock is a wearable smart baby monitor that tracks pulse rate, oxygen levels and sleep through a companion app

Parents can save £100 on the Owlet Dream Sock smart baby monitor

Party on the Pitch is returning to Knottingley Rugby Union Club this Saturday.

Party on the Pitch: Huge free family day returns to Knottingley this weekend

The warning applies to parents of 16 to 19-year-olds whose child is continuing in approved education or training after the summer.

HMRC warning as parents have weeks to avoid losing £1,407 in Child Benefit

Parents and children have launched a campaign to get a new playground near to their homes in Knottingley. LDRS image

Parents and kids campaign for new playground in Knottingley

Family and youth hubs across the district have undergone improvements

Family and youth hubs across the district undergo improvements

Millions of children in the UK look set to be denied access to a range of online platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram, following Monday’s announcement by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

City MPs welcome plan to ban under 16s from social media

Earlier this month, the Reform UK-led authority announced support would be available only to “those who need it most”, including children eligible for free school meals and families experiencing hardship.

Opposition leader calls on council to reverse £1.3m school uniform cut

The Little Village role play village is set to open in July.

The Little Terrace: New indoor role play village for children set to open

Created by Gooseworx and produced by Glitch Productions, the popular animated series has become a global phenomenon since debuting online in 2023, captivating audiences with its surreal humour, emotional storytelling and unique visual style.

The Amazing Digital Circus heads to the big screen at Vue Castleford

Tenpin is set to officially open its doors tomorrow (Friday)

Ready to bowl: Tenpin Wakefield ready for grand opening tomorrow

Horbury Churches Together hosted another successful free Fun Day event at Horbury Academy over the weekend.

Horbury Churches Together celebrate 10th annual Whit Family Fun Day

The NHS is urging parents and carers to be aware of the signs and symptoms of measles this half term break.

'Know measles, stop the spread': Advice for Wakefield families this half term

A week of dino fun is heading to WX this half term.

Roar into action this half term with Dino Week at Wakefield Exchange

Ad Feature New ‘no hidden costs’ direct cremation service available in Wakefield

Flamingo Land’s major rollercoasters are included in the discounted half-term ticket deal.

Flamingo Land launches huge half-term ticket sale

MY Hospitals Charity has launched a new initiative for children at Pinderfields Hospital.

New charity‑funded initiative brings smiles to children at Pinderfields Hospital

‘I quit smoking while pregnant thanks to NHS support team’

Pupils from Sandal Magna Community Academy enjoy the new play area.

New Agbrigg Park play area opens complete with flywheel roundabout and zipline

Steam engines, classic vehicles and fairground attractions come together for a full day of Spring Bank Holiday entertainment at Pickering Vintage Rally

Pickering Vintage Rally tickets from £3.50 in Wowcher deal

Geology Rocks returns to the National Coal Mining Museum this Saturday.

Rock Out at the National Coal Mining Museum with the return of Geology Rocks

Pontefract midwife shortlisted for national ‘Midwife of the Year’ award

NASA's Artemis II moon rocket on Launch Pad 39-B just before sunrise at the Kennedy Space Center

Artemis 2 launch: NASA rocket lifts off as LEGO set trends

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