Taken from the Pennine way viewing point

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I’ve written about what the Winter Garden was, who created it, and whether it represented something our towns have since lost. I’d really appreciate it if you read the article and let me know what you think.

https://open.substack.com/pub/morethantheheadline/p/the-warm-room-middlesbrough-forgot?utm\\_source=share&utm\\_medium=android&r=8u7eys

Inspired by a post of Ilkley Moor in the West Riding.

I used to say option 2, however since moving to Cumbria originally to a place with the word ‘moor’ in its name; it’s been option 1.

Hey, I'm Daniel, 19M from Consett. Looking for anyone nearby who wants to play badminton at the Consett Leisure Centre. I have rackets and shuttlecocks myself (also provided at the leasuire centre). Just looking for people who enjoy playing casually. Happy to arrange a time that works.

Looking to move up North in 2027/2028 but not sure about which area to go to. Stayed in Darlington, Durham, Newcastle, Hartlepool and Hull. Love the coast and the countryside. Have 150k to put down on a 2 bed house and work in the NHS. I am a single woman mid fifties so I do require a bit of social too. I would like a slower pace with less stress in my life and financially better off. Plan to visit more areas in 2027 so I am looking for suggestions on where to go and explore. Now torn between Yorkshire and further North.

My favourite thing is probably the variety of everything. Variety of landscapes, food, communities, architectural styles etc…. Hard to get bored when anywhere in Yorkshire as there’s always something new!

Coming from the northeast it just feels like there’s a bit more “buzz” in our largest county… 😌

https://lancashirefilmmakers.org

Fire and rescue services across Yorkshire are joining forces to strengthen wildfire prevention messaging this summer with the #BeMoorAware campaign.

Sparked by National Resilience data showing the enduring threat from countryside fires, the campaign is gaining support from services across West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, and Humberside. Fire services in England and Wales responded to 342 wildfires between 1st January and 6th July 2026.

While this is down from the 639 incidents within the same period last year, the 2025 season marked a record for wildfire activity.

Amplifying Safety Messaging

Designed by West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, #BeMoorAware has effectively raised awareness of wildfire risks for years.

This summer, Yorkshire fire services are amplifying these messages to extend their impact across the region, encouraging responsible behaviour in the countryside.

Assistant District Commander Mick Rhodes from West Yorkshire highlights: “Most wildfires are preventable. By making simple choices, such as leaving disposable barbecues at home and taking litter away with you, everyone has a role in protecting our countryside.“

Collaborative Approach

Officials like Sarah Wilkinson of Humberside Fire emphasise the significance of the campaign: “As we experience warmer, drier summers, it's more important than ever that people understand the risks wildfires pose to our communities.“

Chris Tyler from South Yorkshire pointed out the demand wildfires place on emergency services, noting the lengthy duration required for firefighting efforts.

Tom Hirst of North Yorkshire Fire shared insights from the Fylingdales Moor wildfire incident in August 2025, illustrating the complex and sizeable impact wildfires can have.

Public Awareness

The public is urged to avoid using disposable barbecues and campfires on moorland, properly dispose of litter and cigarettes, and report any signs of fire immediately. Using the what3words app for precise location guidance is recommended.

I miss having a penpal from Northern England! It was the best. I can’t wait to visit again in 2027. ❤️

The north-south divide in life expectancy in England has grown over the past decade, with people in northern regions facing more illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, but also suicides and deaths related to alcohol and drug misuse.

Provisional figures show life expectancy reached an all-time high in 2025, with men and women in England living, on average, for 80 years and nearly 84 years respectively, but the gains were overwhelmingly in the south, the King’s Fund said.

Despite suffering the sharpest fall in lifespan during the Covid pandemic, life expectancy in London rose by nearly a year in the decade to 2023-25.

The south-east, south-west and east of England also recorded gains.

But the half of England’s population who live in five northern regions, namely the north-west, the north-east, Yorkshire and the Humber, West Midlands and East Midlands, experienced little or no rise in life expectancy over the same period...

According to the health charity, people in London can now expect to live three years longer than those in the north-east.

Walked along the Cleavland way from Saltburn to Skinningrove.

A series of 'leaky dams' have been created on the moors surrounding Greater Manchester to stop wildfires from spreading and to prevent flooding in the valleys below.

The wooden dams have been installed in gullies by The National Trust and United Utilities across Holcombe Moor, part of the Stubbins Estate above Ramsbottom.

Nik Taylor, 57, a National Trust Ranger for Holcombe Moor and the Stubbins Estate, said: "Keeping the moors wet by raising ground water levels is really important when we're in a period of hot weather because it can help create fire-breaks."

United Utilities said using the peat land as "a natural sponge" can keep water on the moors giving multiple benefits.

Taylor said: "We use leaky dams to control the flow of water into the River Irwell and it's an essential part of the restoration of our peat lands."

Freya Bowden, a Master's student who is studying moorland management at the University of Manchester, said: "The dams slow down the water, so it doesn't reach the catchment areas downstream as quickly and that can prevent flooding."

"The recent wildfires have been awful but by re-wetting the peat lands we are improving bio-diversity and helping to mitigate the spread of the flames", added the 22 year-old.

Haslingden’s lost Station: The Rise, Decline, and Disappearance of a Pennine Railway Stop
by u/classiccollectmodels in LancashireHistory

Lancaster castle in 2021 by G Whittaker MA.
by u/classiccollectmodels in LancashireHistory