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The White Shire Blog
Discover more of Yorkshire through The White Shire.
Our blog brings together stories, guides, ideas and experiences from across the White Rose County, covering Yorkshire walks, history, attractions, events, businesses, places to stay and the people and places that make Yorkshire interesting.
We're particularly interested in discovering the stories and places you might otherwise miss, from the history behind a Yorkshire village to a new walking route, an independent local business or something happening in the county.
Our articles are based on our own experiences, research and discoveries as we explore more of Yorkshire.
Whether you're planning a day out, looking for somewhere new to visit or simply want to discover more about Yorkshire, explore our latest articles below.
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WPR Property Maintenance
Finding reliable tradespeople can be one of the hardest parts of maintaining, improving or renovating a property.
Based in Netherton, Wakefield, WPR Property Maintenance is a family-run Yorkshire business providing a wide range of property maintenance and improvement services for domestic and commercial customers.
Michael Palmer
23 hours ago6 min read
Creating Spaces Group: Home Improvements for Inside and Outside Your Yorkshire Home
Creating Spaces Group: Home Improvements for Inside and Outside Your Planning a major home improvement can quickly become complicated when kitchens, bathrooms, windows, extensions and outdoor spaces all involve different suppliers and trades. Creating Spaces Group takes a broader approach. Based in West Yorkshire, the company offers products and services covering numerous areas of the home, with showrooms in Copley, Halifax and New Mill near Holmfirth. Creating Spaces Group i
Michael Palmer
3 days ago4 min read
Craft Inn Ackworth – Handmade Gifts, Local Artisans and Creative Workshops
Craft Inn Ackworth – Handmade Gifts, Local Artisans and Creative Workshops Tucked away on Wakefield Road in Ackworth is a small shop with a rather different approach to retail. Craft Inn isn't one business filling its shelves with bought-in stock. It's a shared space where local artists and makers can display and sell their handmade work, giving visitors the chance to discover products created by independent craftspeople rather than simply picking something mass-produced from
Michael Palmer
4 days ago4 min read
Violet’s Cafe Selby – A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Selby
We came across Violet’s Cafe while doing our Selby Circular Walk and stopped for a coffee. Tucked away on Market Lane in the centre of Selby, it turned out to be a lovely little find and exactly the sort of independent Yorkshire business we like discovering while we're out and about.
Michael Palmer
6 days ago4 min read
SB Paving Yorkshire
SB Paving is a Yorkshire paving and landscaping business based in Pontefract with more than 20 years of experience. The company undertakes a wide range of outdoor projects, including driveways, patios, paths, permeable paving, drainage, retaining walls and wider garden landscaping across communities in Yorkshire
Michael Palmer
Aug 204 min read
Simplified Equity Release: Sometimes the Right Advice Is Not to Take Equity Release
A recent client review from Barnsley highlights an important point about equity release: sometimes the right advice is not to proceed. We look at how Simplified Equity Release helps homeowners understand their options, consider alternatives and make informed decisions.
Michael Palmer
Aug 193 min read
Morgan Ashton
A garden can change dramatically when water is introduced into the design. From wildlife ponds and koi ponds to contemporary water features, a carefully designed pond can become a focal point while also creating another habitat within the garden.
For homeowners in Pontefract and across West Yorkshire, Morgan Ashton provides pond building, pondscaping, landscaping, pond maintenance and fish diagnostics, with services covering Pontefract, Castleford, Wakefield and Leeds.
Michael Palmer
Aug 174 min read
A Leeds Kitchen Renovation
A beautiful kitchen renovation in Leeds has transformed this home, combining traditional-style cabinetry, a large central island and herringbone flooring to create a timeless and practical space.
The renovation was completed by Shire Joinery & Kitchens Ltd, who had previously worked on the property, creating bespoke alcove units and shelving in the living space several years ago.
Michael Palmer
Aug 162 min read
Garforth Logs and Firewood
Garforth Logs and Firewood Supplies is a local Yorkshire business based at Peckfield Farm in Garforth, Leeds. The company supplies kiln-dried hardwood, softwood and kindling for wood-burning stoves, open fires, chimineas and pizza ovens, with different quantities and delivery options available across Leeds and surrounding areas.
Michael Palmer
Aug 134 min read
Shire Joinery & Kitchens Ltd
Finding a skilled tradesperson who takes genuine pride in their work can make all the difference when you're improving your home. Whether you're planning a new kitchen, fitted bedroom or bespoke furniture, good joinery isn't simply about how something looks when it's finished – it's about craftsmanship that will stand the test of time.
Michael Palmer
Aug 33 min read
Smart Spaces
Smart Spaces design and build bespoke garden rooms that give homeowners practical, comfortable and beautifully finished spaces tailored to modern living. Their buildings are created with a clear focus on quality, usability and long‑term performance, offering a way to expand the home without compromise.
Michael Palmer
Jul 302 min read
Woodstock Timber Buildings
Woodstock Timber Buildings create high‑quality timber structures that are designed to enhance outdoor living across Yorkshire. Their work is rooted in craftsmanship, with each building constructed using reliable materials and methods that ensure strength, durability and long‑term performance.
Michael Palmer
Jul 302 min read
Asprey Brothers
Asprey Brothers deliver high‑quality landscaping and garden construction services across Yorkshire, combining practical skill with a commitment to creating outdoor spaces that stand the test of time.
Michael Palmer
Jul 302 min read
SD Roofing Yorkshire Ltd
A Trusted Roofing Team Serving Homes and Businesses
SD Roofing Yorkshire Ltd provides reliable, professional roofing services across the region, delivering workmanship that meets the standards homeowners and commercial clients expect.
Michael Palmer
Jul 302 min read
WPR Property Maintenance Wakefield
WPR Property Maintenance Wakefield: A Family‑Run Service Built on Reliability WPR Property Maintenance Wakefield stands as a long‑established, family‑run business with more than fifteen years of experience supporting homes, commercial buildings and public sector properties across the district. Their work is shaped by professionalism, reliability and a clear commitment to delivering a service that feels steady, trustworthy and rooted in practical experience. The White Shire At
Michael Palmer
Jul 292 min read
Food & Fire Outdoor Living
Food & Fire Outdoor Living: Bringing the Heart of the Home into the Garden Food & Fire Outdoor Living introduces a new way of experiencing the back garden, shaped around the warmth of cooking, gathering and sharing time outdoors. The concept is built on the belief that outdoor spaces should be lived in, not simply looked at, and each kitchen is designed to bring people together in a setting that feels both relaxed and refined. It is an approach that blends craftsmanship with
Michael Palmer
Jul 292 min read
MP Landscape & Garden Design: Crafting Yorkshire Gardens with Character and Clarity
MP Landscape & Garden Design: Crafting Yorkshire Gardens with Character and Clarity MP Landscape & Garden Design stands as a quiet, confident presence in the Yorkshire landscape, shaped by decades of experience and a deep understanding of how outdoor spaces evolve over time. The practice is built around thoughtful design, careful construction and a commitment to creating gardens that feel both personal and enduring. Every project reflects a balance of creativity and practical
Michael Palmer
Jul 293 min read
Pool Logic for Modern Living
Pool Logic: Crafting Clear, Confident Water Spaces for Modern Living Pool Logic stands as a specialist in swimming pool and wellness design, offering a service shaped by technical depth, creative clarity and a commitment to spaces that perform beautifully in real‑world use. Their work brings together engineering knowledge and aesthetic understanding, creating environments that feel balanced, purposeful and suited to the way people live, relax and gather. It is a practice buil
Michael Palmer
Jul 293 min read
George’s Coffee
George’s Coffee: Freshly Roasted Flavour Delivered Straight to Your Door Georges Coffee has grown from a simple love of flavour into a Yorkshire brand recognised for its clarity, freshness and commitment to honest roasting. The company presents itself with a calm confidence, shaped by a journey that began in Central America and developed into a roasting practice grounded in care, curiosity and a respect for the craft. Their approach feels measured and modern, offering coffee
Michael Palmer
Jul 293 min read
GeoSurveys Doncaster
GeoSurveys Doncaster: Professional Surveying Expertise for Yorkshire Projects GeoSurveys Ltd is a long‑established surveying company based in Doncaster, providing specialist services for construction, land development, engineering, and property projects across Yorkshire. With more than twenty years of operational history, they’ve built a reputation for accuracy, reliability, and professional standards that make them a trusted choice for developers, contractors, and private cl
Michael Palmer
Jul 272 min read
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