From the King’s Coronation to The Ridings turning 40, the return of Horbury Show to Wakefield legend Jane McDonald announcing a national tour – it’s been a year full of big news.
So sit back and reflect on some of the biggest stories to make the headlines in Wakefield in 2023.
5. March: Heavy snow closes schools across Wakefield
With many schools closing their doors in March due to heavy snow, youngsters enjoyed some serious winter fun across the district. Photo: Scott Merrylees
6. March: The Ridings gets a new owner
Following years of uncertainty, The Ridings was purchased by the Leeds-based property developer, Zahid Iqbal Photo: The Ridings
7. March: Britain's tiniest shop opens in Wakefield
Also in March, Wakefield mum Hannah Maher opened Belles Magic Box - one of Britain's smallest shops measuring just 6.6sqm. Photo: Scott Merrylees
8. April: Dame Judi Dench stars in Wakefield-based drama
Jennifer Saunders and Dame Judi Dench led an all-star cast in an NHS drama, named Allelujah, that was set and filmed in Wakefield. Photo: Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for BFI