West Yorkshire.
metropolitan and ceremonial county in England, UK
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Mayor Tracy Brabin supports the regional energy scheme managed by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A new space facility has been established, strengthening the regional reputation of West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Regional bodies in West Yorkshire announced investments in infrastructure and housing, including a new station connecting major hubs.Some support2 reports6 developments inside
Earlier this month
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MP for Calder Valley in West Yorkshire and the Rare Breeds Survival Trust attended a meeting in the county.Some support1 report
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The Mayor of West Yorkshire is leading transit plans for the region.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The X84 bus route was established on September 1, 2026, linking Leeds, Otley, and Ilkley.Some support2 reports
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Tracy Brabin supports a levy proposal aimed at boosting the Yorkshire economy.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Severe weather conditions are being monitored by the Met Office, with potential record-breaking El Niño impacts leading to increased likelihood of wetter and stormier conditions in West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Mayor Tracy Brabin, in her capacity as Mayor of West Yorkshire, is overseeing the Weaver Network bus rollout and planning future collaborations with key authorities in London and Essex.Some support3 reports
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Global factors, including the Middle East conflict, are influencing market confidence and activity in West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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West Yorkshire police operate within the county boundaries.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Bedkingdom, a company based in Liversedge, West Yorkshire, has launched its brand and operations in Ireland.Some support2 reports
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Fire services are responding to frequent incidents affecting the operational area in West Yorkshire and Keighley.Some support1 report
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Mayor Tracy Brabin represented the West Yorkshire region on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Tracy Brabin leads a regional trade mission from West Yorkshire seeking new business opportunities in India.Some support1 report
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Claire Ward takes over the chair role from Tracy Brabin in West Yorkshire, following increased devolution.Some support1 report
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Ellete Waste operates from its facility located in Huddersfield.Some support1 report
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A council operates within the county boundaries of Bradford and West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Northern Monk participates in a beer market event and hosts an Oktoberfest celebration in Bradford, West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Cleckheaton is situated within the broader region of West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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A pet transport business is operating within the West Yorkshire region of the UK.Some support2 reports
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Gove's policy affects education system outcomes in West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Met Office issues weather warnings about potential flooding in West Yorkshire affecting the River Calder.Some support1 report
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The regional tech ecosystem involving Bradford, West Yorkshire, and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority contributes to the local economic base and drives tech initiatives for regional growth.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Monzo is being used to track and compare high-cost living expenses between London and West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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A facility belonging to The Ice Co has been located in the county of West Yorkshire.Some support2 reports
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Dry peatlands in uplands of West Yorkshire are facing increased fire risk due to current conditions.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mick Rhodes leads wildfire efforts in West Yorkshire, where moorlands are part of the larger geographical area.Some support2 reports
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BAM Nuttall and Arup are delivering rail upgrades near Huddersfield and Leeds as part of the TRU West Alliance.Some support1 report
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Mayor Tracy Brabin revealed West Yorkshire's first Local Nature Recovery Strategy on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Amnesty International has installed bins in both West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred in the county of West Yorkshire.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Mayor Brabin supports regional growth through rail freight, utilizing Tarmac's quarry in North Yorkshire to supply materials to Leeds city centre.Some support1 report
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Invent Interior Solutions is based in Bradford, West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Unified services in North, West, and South Yorkshire collaborated on wildfire prevention efforts.Some support2 reports
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A report mentioned a wind farm located near West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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Discussion regarding government support for bus fares in West Yorkshire.Some support2 reports
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A victim was struck while cycling in Ilkley on July 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Bradford is one of five districts and has been tasked with managing a regional housing development fund.Some support1 report
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A family moved from West Yorkshire to a seaside location.Some support1 report
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Bradford hosts its flagship Town Show, benefiting from regional industrial and service support.Some support1 report
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Calls for a West Yorkshire-wide focus on an inquiry into matters affecting the county.Some support2 reports
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Mark Fellows participated in a stabbing in West Yorkshire, leading to police contact while he was in Durham.Well supported5 reports
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The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, has expressed concern regarding the operational failures of Kirklees Council.Some support2 reports
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Business closures in West Yorkshire reflect broader regional economic trends.Some support1 report
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Andrea Jenkyns's mayoral eligibility is being questioned regarding her residence and property listings on booking.com in West Yorkshire.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred in the area of West Yorkshire, involving Bradford, on May 27, 2026.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Leeds City Council proposed a Mayoral Development Zone for its city centre, backed by a £2.1bn transport investment.Some support1 report
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Open water incidents are occurring in both West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire since May 26, 2026.Some support1 report
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A storm caused lightning strikes on railway infrastructure and damaged a water pipe and church spire in West Yorkshire, including Ilkley, on May 28, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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Explainers that pass through West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire is a step on the way to someone else- West Yorkshire investments could drive regeneration across historic YorkshireWest Yorkshire investments may boost economic regeneration across historic YorkshirePossible
- How does Tracy Brabin's support for a tourism levy affect Yorkshire?The proposed tourism levy aims to boost the culture and economy of Yorkshire.Reported
Around West Yorkshire this week
News at the entities that move West Yorkshire most-
South Yorkshire OperationalSouth Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority approved funding to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport.Moves West Yorkshire
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government StructuralParliament demanded answers from the government regarding delays in a program.Moves West Yorkshire
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Met Office OperationalMet Office monitors drought conditions in England as the Environment Agency scrutinizes South East Water's actions regarding reduced flow into River Ouse.Moves West Yorkshire
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booking.com OperationalThe European Commission has launched an investigation into fraud and consumer protection practices involving booking.com.Moves West Yorkshire
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Lloyds Banking Group Shared contextRBC Capital Markets downgraded Lloyds Banking Group citing increased deposit competition.Moves West Yorkshire
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North Yorkshire OperationalA climate change study suggests warmer weather may draw tourists from the Mediterranean to cooler areas like North Yorkshire.Moves West Yorkshire
Connections
The 40 strongest of 82, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Tracy Brabin Structural
Tracy Brabin holds the elected office of Mayor, formally representing and governing the interests of the West Yorkshire region.
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South Yorkshire Operational
The two regions actively collaborate on services and share environmental risks, including wildfire prevention and heatwave incidents.
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government Structural
The relationship is defined by the devolution of powers from the broader governmental structure to the local body.
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Anna Dixon Structural
Anna Dixon serves as the Member of Parliament representing the West Yorkshire area.
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Met Office Operational
The Met Office issues location-specific weather warnings and advisories for the county of West Yorkshire.
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Pitbull Shared context
Pitbull performed in West Yorkshire during a specific event.
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booking.com Operational
Properties located in West Yorkshire are actively listed on the booking.com platform for rental purposes.
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North Yorkshire Operational
The two entities collaborate on unified services for wildfire prevention efforts.
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Leeds City Council Shared context
The two entities share the context of leading regeneration efforts within the county they operate in.
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Lloyds Banking Group Shared context
Lloyds Banking Group maintains a declared strategic commitment to the broader Yorkshire and Humber region.
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Kirkbymoorside Operational
Households are observed to be relocating from the area of West Yorkshire into the specific location of Kirkbymoorside.
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Ben Still Shared context
Ben Still held a leadership role within the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Shipley Shared context
Shipley is a location within the larger geographic and administrative district of West Yorkshire.
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Yorkshire Shared context
West Yorkshire is geographically located within the larger area of Yorkshire.
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Royal Air Force Shared context
The Royal Air Force benefits from regional industrial and service support provided by West Yorkshire.
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West Yorkshire Combined Authority Shared context
The Combined Authority performs regional governance and economic initiatives within the geographical area of West Yorkshire.
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Bradford Shared context
Bradford is a city geographically located within the administrative boundaries of West Yorkshire.
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Lincolnshire Shared context
The two regions share a context of potential fatal incidents linked to cold water shock risk.
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Baildon Shared context
Baildon is a specific location within the larger geographical area of West Yorkshire.
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Andy Burnham Shared context
Andy Burnham's policies are aimed at promoting regional growth within West Yorkshire.
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Ireland Shared context
West Yorkshire is cited as the UK base from which a company is expanding operations into the Irish market.
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Leeds Shared context
Leeds is a city located within the broader administrative region of West Yorkshire.
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York Shared context
The entities share a geographic context where business activities are evaluated against regional economic trends.
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West Yorkshire Police Shared context
The police force operates as a service provider within the geographical and legal boundaries of the county.
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Wetherby Shared context
Wetherby is a town located within the administrative boundaries of West Yorkshire.
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London Operational
The two regions are compared in the context of cost of living differences.
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El Niño Shared context
The global climate pattern of El Niño influences weather systems, increasing the likelihood of wetter and stormier conditions in the region of West Yorkshire.
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River Calder Shared context
The river is a geographical feature within the region, associated with environmental risks such as flooding.
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Mark Fellows Shared context
Mark Fellows was physically located in West Yorkshire during a serious violent incident.
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Hatfield Peverel Shared context
The local business concept in Hatfield Peverel was inspired by a competitor model from the broader West Yorkshire region.
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Kirklees Shared context
Kirklees is a district located within the larger administrative area of West Yorkshire.
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Natland Shared context
Natland was observed to be located in West Yorkshire during an arrest.
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Middle East Shared context
West Yorkshire operates within a global economic context heavily influenced by geopolitical factors originating in the Middle East.
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Josh Fenton-Glynn Structural
Josh Fenton-Glynn serves as the Member of Parliament for Calder Valley within West Yorkshire.
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Harry Styles Shared context
Harry Styles' concert and business operations are reported to take place within West Yorkshire.
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Claire Ward Shared context
The relationship is contextual, relating to the broader political trend of devolution affecting regional governance.
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House of Bread Shared context
House of Bread is located within the geographical region of West Yorkshire.
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Peter Carlill Shared context
Peter Carlill performs committee work related to improving public services within the region of West Yorkshire.
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Huddersfield Shared context
Huddersfield is a city located within the administrative region of West Yorkshire.
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Mike Palin Shared context
Mike Palin works on regional economic development within West Yorkshire.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
12 events- Mayor Tracy Brabin supports the regional energy scheme managed by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
- The X84 bus route was established on September 1, 2026, linking Leeds, Otley, and Ilkley.
- Tracy Brabin supports a levy proposal aimed at boosting the Yorkshire economy.
- Severe weather conditions are being monitored by the Met Office, with potential record-breaking El Niño impacts leading to increased likelihood of wetter and stormier conditions in West Yorkshire.
- Mayor Tracy Brabin, in her capacity as Mayor of West Yorkshire, is overseeing the Weaver Network bus rollout and planning future collaborations with key authorities in London and Essex.
- Global factors, including the Middle East conflict, are influencing market confidence and activity in West Yorkshire.
- Bedkingdom, a company based in Liversedge, West Yorkshire, has launched its brand and operations in Ireland.
- Fire services are responding to frequent incidents affecting the operational area in West Yorkshire and Keighley.
- Mayor Tracy Brabin represented the West Yorkshire region on September 1, 2026.
- Tracy Brabin leads a regional trade mission from West Yorkshire seeking new business opportunities in India.
- Claire Ward takes over the chair role from Tracy Brabin in West Yorkshire, following increased devolution.
- Ellete Waste operates from its facility located in Huddersfield.
August 2026
13 events- The Mayor of West Yorkshire is leading transit plans for the region.
- A council operates within the county boundaries of Bradford and West Yorkshire.
- Northern Monk participates in a beer market event and hosts an Oktoberfest celebration in Bradford, West Yorkshire.
- Cleckheaton is situated within the broader region of West Yorkshire.
- A pet transport business is operating within the West Yorkshire region of the UK.
- Gove's policy affects education system outcomes in West Yorkshire.
- Met Office issues weather warnings about potential flooding in West Yorkshire affecting the River Calder.
- Monzo is being used to track and compare high-cost living expenses between London and West Yorkshire.
- A facility belonging to The Ice Co has been located in the county of West Yorkshire.
- Dry peatlands in uplands of West Yorkshire are facing increased fire risk due to current conditions.
- Mick Rhodes leads wildfire efforts in West Yorkshire, where moorlands are part of the larger geographical area.
- BAM Nuttall and Arup are delivering rail upgrades near Huddersfield and Leeds as part of the TRU West Alliance.
- Amnesty International has installed bins in both West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire.
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July 2026
10 events- Mayor Tracy Brabin revealed West Yorkshire's first Local Nature Recovery Strategy on July 1, 2026.
- Mayor Brabin supports regional growth through rail freight, utilizing Tarmac's quarry in North Yorkshire to supply materials to Leeds city centre.
- Invent Interior Solutions is based in Bradford, West Yorkshire.
- Unified services in North, West, and South Yorkshire collaborated on wildfire prevention efforts.
- A report mentioned a wind farm located near West Yorkshire.
- Discussion regarding government support for bus fares in West Yorkshire.
- A victim was struck while cycling in Ilkley on July 13, 2026.
- Bradford is one of five districts and has been tasked with managing a regional housing development fund.
- A family moved from West Yorkshire to a seaside location.
- Bradford hosts its flagship Town Show, benefiting from regional industrial and service support.
June 2026
13 events- Regional bodies in West Yorkshire announced investments in infrastructure and housing, including a new station connecting major hubs.
- West Yorkshire police operate within the county boundaries.
- The regional tech ecosystem involving Bradford, West Yorkshire, and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority contributes to the local economic base and drives tech initiatives for regional growth.
- An incident occurred in the county of West Yorkshire.
- Calls for a West Yorkshire-wide focus on an inquiry into matters affecting the county.
- Mark Fellows participated in a stabbing in West Yorkshire, leading to police contact while he was in Durham.
- The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, has expressed concern regarding the operational failures of Kirklees Council.
- Business closures in West Yorkshire reflect broader regional economic trends.
- Andrea Jenkyns's mayoral eligibility is being questioned regarding her residence and property listings on booking.com in West Yorkshire.
- An incident occurred in the area of West Yorkshire, involving Bradford, on May 27, 2026.
- Leeds City Council proposed a Mayoral Development Zone for its city centre, backed by a £2.1bn transport investment.
- Open water incidents are occurring in both West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire since May 26, 2026.
- A storm caused lightning strikes on railway infrastructure and damaged a water pipe and church spire in West Yorkshire, including Ilkley, on May 28, 2026.