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A beach has popped up in the Sheffield city centre this week – and it’s completely free to visit

Clementine Hall - 25th June 2026

You don't need to book a seaside getaway to enjoy some beach vibes this week, as a giant pop-up beach has arrived right in the heart of the city centre.

To celebrate the opening of Summer Holiday, Tudor Square has been transformed into a sandy seaside retreat.

Located outside the Crucible and Lyceum theatres, the square is now packed with all the essentials for a classic day at the beach - from buckets and spades to deckchairs.

The free attraction is open from 11am until 7pm between Thursday 25 June and Saturday 27 June, with organisers encouraging people of all ages to head down and make the most of the sunshine.

Whether you're looking to snap a holiday-style photo, keep the kids entertained, or simply enjoy a laid-back afternoon in the city, the beach is open to everyone and there's no need to reserve a spot in advance.

Visitors are being reminded to come prepared for the warm weather by bringing suncream, hats, and plenty of water.

And if that wasn't enough, there's even more happening on Saturday 27 June.

A live DJ set from SlamBarz will provide the soundtrack to the day from 11.45am until 2pm, while a barbecue will be providing the goods from midday through until 6pm.

With sunshine, sand, music, and food all on offer, Tudor Square is set to become the place to be this weekend.

So grab your sunglasses and your bucket and spade, round up your friends and family, and head down to enjoy a slice of the seaside right in the middle of the city

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Trains from Leeds ‘extremely limited’ amid record-breaking heatwave

‘Extremely limited’ train services are running across Yorkshire this week as the country melts in a record-breaking heatwave.

Northern has reached out to passengers to warn that a ‘significantly reduced’ number of trains are operating in and out of Leeds.

They’re urging people to avoid travelling at all unless your journey is ‘absolutely essential’.

And if you do have to travel, they’ve warned of ‘significantly longer waiting times, busy trains and short-notice cancellations’.

The disruption is set to continue all day today and into tomorrow, Friday 26 June, as temperatures up north are forecast to hit 34ºC and an Amber weather warning for extreme heat covers much of the country.

Northern has assured passengers that they ‘are doing everything we can to keep people moving as efficiently as possible’.

Passengers are encouraged to check their journey before setting off, carry water, and avoid peak times where possible.

If you chose not to take a planned journey, you can claim a full refund on your ticket, or travel on another day using Northern’s ticket easement.

You can see the full travel advice for Northern HERE.

Northern said in a notice to passengers: “Due to the continued extreme heat, we have significantly reduced the number of trains running on routes in and out of Manchester, and services remain in high demand. This will now continue into Friday, 26 June.

“We strongly recommend customers consider whether their journey is necessary and if customers do choose to travel this week, they are advised to prepare for significantly longer waiting times, busy trains and short-notice cancellations.

“We would ask all customers to only travel if your journey is absolutely essential and to check your full journey before setting off.”

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Famous Leeds restaurant receives £500,000 investment ahead of landmark refurbishment

Clementine Hall

One of Yorkshire's most celebrated restaurants, The Box Tree, has announced a £500,000 investment in the future of the business.

Set within one of Ilkley's oldest buildings, The Box Tree is a renowned restaurant that has been a defining name in British fine dining since 1962.

Originally a 1720 stone farmhouse, The Box Tree became one of the North's most celebrated restaurants, earning two Michelin stars in 1977 and establishing a legacy shaped by chefs including the one and only Marco Pierre White.

And now, The Box Tree is heading in a brand-new direction having received a £500,000 investment.

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From August, the restaurant will temporarily close before reopening on early September, unveiling a new dining experience that honours more than 60 years of heritage and history.

The refurbishment will be led by award-winning interior designers Studio Two, who's work is known for creating spaces that are both timeless and individual.

Alongside the refreshed interiors, guests can look forward to an enhanced dining experience, where every element has been thoughtfully considered to complement Head Chef, Brayden Davies' modern approach to British cuisine.

But before closing its doors for refurbishment, The Box Tree will present The Box Tree: Eras – a limited four-week dining series celebrating defining moments from the restaurant's culinary journey.

Head Chef, Brayden Davies said: "The Box Tree has an incredible history, and before we begin the next chapter, we wanted to take the opportunity to celebrate everything that has come before it.

"The Eras dinners are inspired by the chefs, dishes and moments that have shaped the restaurant over the decades, while reflecting where we are today. At the same time, we're incredibly excited about what's ahead. This investment is a huge vote of confidence in The Box Tree and allows us to create a
dining experience that reflects where we are today while respecting everything that makes this restaurant so special."

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