We’re delighted to introduce Steph Best, who recently joined Yorkshire Ladies Links after launching Definitive Style, an online ladies fashion boutique she has set up with her daughter, Lucy. For Steph, fashion has always been a big part of her life. With many years of experience working in retail for well-known brands including Warehouse, Mint Velvet, Whistles and Daniel Footwear, the idea of creating something of her own had always been there in the background. Now, she has

We’re delighted to introduce Fay Cartlidge, the face behind Daisy First Aid Leeds, Harrogate, Ripon, Ilkley and Baildon, who joined Yorkshire Ladies Links earlier this year. Fay took over the Daisy First Aid franchise in 2024 and has since grown her territory to cover even more communities across Yorkshire. With a background in teaching and a desire to build a career that worked around family life, becoming a First Aid Trainer was a natural next step. Her passion for first ai

What happens when two founders, both passionate about bringing women together, put their communities behind one event? A brilliant day of padel, new connections, plenty of laughter and more than 40 women getting involved. Yorkshire Ladies Links Founder, Melanie Malcolm, and The Padel Network Founder, Jodie Harris, worked closely together to make the collaboration a success, combining their communities, experience and marketing to create an event that attracted more than 40 wo

Friday 26th February, 2027 - Pavilions of Harrogate. Yorkshire Ladies Links is bringing together ten remarkable women for what promises to be one of the most powerful and inspiring conferences for women in Yorkshire in 2027. The Yorkshire Ladies Links ‘This Is Me’ Conference, taking place on Friday 26th February 2027 at the Pavilions of Harrogate, will bring together women from across Yorkshire for a full day of inspiring stories, honest conversations, connection, confidence

We are delighted to introduce one of our valued Yorkshire Ladies Links members, Fodder – The Great Yorkshire Food Hall. Situated on the Great Yorkshire Showground, Fodder is an award-winning Farm Shop and Café with a story that is deeply rooted in Yorkshire, farming and the local community. Established in 2009 to support the local farming community during the Foot and Mouth Crisis, Fodder has continued to grow and develop and is now proud to work with more than 400 Yorkshire

PARTNER EVENT: We are delighted to introduce an event hosted by our fabulous Yorkshire Ladies Links Member, Rachel Peru. SAVE THE DATE! It's a double celebration! Join Rachel to celebrate the launch of her first swimsuit and International Podcast Day - her first ever Liberté-Free to Be live event. Wednesday 30th September, 7–10 pm, Hotel du Vin, Harrogate Ticket £25 (includes a welcome drink and goody bag) BOOK TICKETS HERE After sitting on the idea of launching her own swimw

We are delighted to welcome Dalia Botanique as a new member of Yorkshire Ladies Links. “From Garden to Bottle” Dalia Botanique is a Wakefield skincare brand inspired by British botanicals and made for people who love the outdoors. Dalia lives in Hall Green with her other half, several chickens and a rotation of rescued and foster animals! Creating skincare had been a long time dream for Dalia, her French mum had a great skincare routine and used to take her to the upmarket Fr

At Yorkshire Ladies Links, we love celebrating the incredible women behind Yorkshire businesses, and this month we are delighted to introduce our member, Mo Brazier, founder of Snug Aromatics. Over the last few years, Mo has become a valued supporter of Yorkshire Ladies Links, regularly attending our networking events, conferences, charity lunches and shopping events. She has built some fantastic business relationships through our community, with many of those connections hel

We are delighted to welcome Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa, Leeds, as a valued member of Yorkshire Ladies Links. A stunning four-star hotel combining contemporary style, exceptional hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere, Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa is the perfect destination for business, leisure and special occasions. Located just off Junction 46 of the M1, the hotel is ideally positioned for guests travelling from Leeds, Harrogate, York and further afield, offering a convenient and a

One of the most meaningful outcomes to emerge from our recent Reset & Rise Conference was a serendipitous connection made at our event last February, where local marketing consultant Olivia Parker of Storyteller Marketing discovered the work of IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), the Yorkshire-based domestic abuse and sexual violence charity. IDAS provides a free, confidential helpline, community-based support, and emergency refuge accommodation for anyone needing to

Yorkshire Ladies Links member Elaine Morris is an Executive Coach who has spent the last few years building EmpowerHer - a programme specifically designed to bring women together to raise confidence and self-belief, and to support each other through the tricky times. Every quarter, she runs a small coaching workshop focused on professional and personal development. The next session is on 30th June at The Normans in Bilborough, near York, and she’s delighted to be joined by Ch

Yorkshire Ladies Links is excited to feature Wanderlust Stories, a womenswear and accessories brand created by sisters Helen and Lisa Gordon. Wanderlust Stories started with a simple frustration, struggling to find holiday and occasion pieces that felt a bit different from what was on the high street. From that, Helen and Lisa built a brand focused on making holiday dressing easy, stylish and stress-free all year round. Their collections are carefully curated to include versa

Please give a welcome to Ridley & Hall Solicitors, joining our Yorkshire Ladies Links member community. Ridley & Hall is a well-established Yorkshire law firm with offices across Yorkshire in Huddersfield, Barnsley, Leeds and South Elmsall. They offer both in-person and remote appointments, making their services accessible and flexible for clients. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with a genuine focus on client care. Their Private Family Dep

At Yorkshire Ladies Links, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible women within our community, and this week, we are delighted to introduce Sue Carter, owner of HQ Hair based in North Leeds. Sue founded HQ Hair and has proudly led the salon for the past eight years, bringing with her more than 30 years of experience within the hairdressing industry. Throughout her career, she has built a reputation for her honest approach, professionalism, and genuine care for eve

This month, we’re pleased to introduce Fiona Moss, who has recently joined Yorkshire Ladies Links and brings with her a story many women will quietly recognise. Fiona is in her 50s and works as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in the NHS. Her background is firmly grounded in clinical practice, with a Master’s in Advanced Practice, an Independent Prescribing qualification, and a PGCE in Clinical Education. Her career has always centred around evidence-based care, safety, and sup

We are proud to share some fantastic news from our members, Winston Solicitors, following another successful community fundraising event. Their 11th annual charity quiz recently brought together clients, colleagues, and the wider community in support of Leeds Mencap, raising an incredible £2,700. The evening welcomed eighteen teams and combined general knowledge rounds with light-hearted challenges, alongside a charity raffle which helped boost the final total. This much-love

There is no better way to start the week than by sharing kind words from our community, and today we are delighted to highlight a wonderful testimonial from Lisa Bottomley. Lisa has supported many of our events over the past couple of years and is a truly valued member of Yorkshire Ladies Links. Hearing about her experience at our recent Reset & Rise Conference at The Pavilions in February means a great deal to us. Lisa shared: “I was absolutely delighted to exhibit at the re

We’re delighted to welcome Charmian Johnson to the Yorkshire Ladies Links membership. Charmian Johnson spent nearly 30 years in the legal profession, including 16 years as a partner at a global law firm. On paper, she had everything - a successful career, respect from colleagues and a life that looked exactly like success from the outside. But internally, the experience was very different. Like many high-achieving women, Charmian spent decades pushing herself to work harde

Let’s get the week started with some wonderful motivation from Sally Bendtson and the Limelight HR team following our recent Yorkshire Voices Reset & Rise Conference. Thank you, Sally, for bringing so much energy and inspiration to our events. It’s always fantastic to have you involved.

Two weeks on from our amazing Yorkshire Voices Reset & Rise Conference, today we’re sharing some fabulous photos and hearing from Yorkshire Ladies Links member, Jo Tomlinson and the Business Works UK team.

A Heartfelt Thank You – Reflecting on Yorkshire Voices: Reset & Rise Conference - One of the most successful women’s events in the Yorkshire region, bringing together hundreds of women to connect, inspire, and be inspired