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The Princess of Wales' go-to shampoo might surprise you

Shampoo used by Princess of Wales is cheaper than you think

Primark has turned 50 in the UK and these are the first stores it opened in Britain. Generic picture of a Primark store. Photo: Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images

The first 10 Primark stores to open in Britain and where

Could you have a retro PlayStation game that could be worth a small fortune hidding somewhere in your house. Photo: Getty Images/ CEX

7 rare PlayStation games that could fetch over £1,000

The Everyday Vest by Percko can help with your posture and back pain

"No back pain at all": Posture-improving vest for back support

Reporter Alison Brinkworth during a wild swim at Wild With Nature in Norfolk

I'm a wild swimmer and these products impressed me

A lot has changed since the last time Oasis played a gig together in 2009. Photo: Getty Images

9 things that didn’t exist last time Oasis played a show

Gadgets you may remember from the 1990s. Photo: YOSHIKAZU TSUNO/AFP via Getty Images

9 gadgets you remember from the 1990s

Nine video games you may have played in the 1980s - including arcade classics.

Nine retro video games you may have played in the 80s

Movie-lovers were spoilt for choice during the 1900s of where to watch the latest film in North Kirklees.

Photos: Where the lost cinemas of North Kirklees used to stand

7 gadgets you may recognise if you grew up in the 1980s. Photo: Scott Gries/ImageDirect/ Getty Images

7 gadgets you may remember if you grew up in the 1980s

A look back at Alevel results day in the noughties.

A-level results day: A look back at Dewsbuy, Batley, Mirfield and Spen students

There’s just one week to go until A-level students across North Kirklees nervously open their exam results.

Leanne Clarke

Only a true 00s kid would remember these gadgets. How many did you own?

11 gadgets you'll only remember if you're a 00s kid

Cadbury My Era AI retro photo. Photo: Cadbury

Make your own Cadbury retro poster

Reviewer Alison Brinkworth keeping cool in hot weather

I forked out on tower fan that's cured my hot weather sleepless nights

Bag this LG TV at 52% off RRP on Amazon Prime Day. Picture: Amazon UK

Less than half price: Is this the best TV deal on Amazon Prime Day?

The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the prettiest waterways in the UK

A wonderful week on the Welsh waterways for my canal boat holiday

The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the prettiest waterways in the UK

A wonderful week on the Welsh waterways for my canal boat holiday

The bellringers in action at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Bellringers will mark 80th anniversary of D-Day at churches

Dewsbury Market Place and Shops in March 1972.

16 retro photos that show how Dewsbury has changed over the years

Look inside Batley & District General Hospital prior to it's major redevlopment into luxury apartments, which are currently for sale on Rightmove.

Inside Batley's old abandoned hospital as it goes up for sale on Rightmove

Jon's 23rd birthday celebration

RETRO: 25 photos of nights out in Bar Deco in 2011

Look inside the Dewsbury Central Post Office through photos taken by an urban explorer.

Explore Dewsbury's derelict post office which dates back to the Edwardian era

Old-style tradesman Kenneth Briggs was fast becoming one of Dewsbury's tourist attractions in December 1989. He brought a touch of past ages as he makes his tour of the Shaw Cross district on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays of each week. It is a family business started around 60 years ago by his father, George, when he escaped from the biting depression in the North East. "He came down with his belongings on his horse and cart, started up the business and only when he had established himself did he send for mother and the rest of the family," said Kenneth.

12 photo gems take you back to Dewsbury in the 1980s

John Etty

Tribute to rugby league's John Etty who has died aged 97

An overview of the impressive property and its surroundings.

Stunning contemporary home with annexe, paddock and more offered at £1.3m

Do you recognise anyone from your schooldays?

22 photos from school days in Dewsbury, Batley and Spen in the 2000s

A tree planting ceremony, organised by the Rotary Club of Mirfield, to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III is set to take place in Ings Grove Park this weekend.

Coronation of King Charles III to be honoured in Mirfield tree planting ceremony

You will share a lot of these memories if you grew up in Dewsbury.

Are you really from Dewsbury if you haven’t done these 17 things?

You will share a lot of these memories if you grew up in Dewsbury.

Adam Cheshire

Dewsbury Arcade to become community-owned after £127,000 crowdfunded

Dewsbury Arcade shortly before its closure, when decline had set in

Dewsbury Arcade: How 'no takeaways or vape shops' policy could revive a gem

Spen Valley’s illustrious list of artists, musicians, poets and authors - including the Brontë sisters and Roger Hargreaves - will be celebrated at Cleckheaton Library as part of Heritage Open Days this weekend.

The Brontë’s and the Mr. Men collection to be celebrated at Cleckheaton Library

There was something for everyone in Dewsbury this weekend as people came together to celebrate the start of the Heritage Open Days 2023 season.

Heritage Open Days bursts into life at Dewsbury’s oldest shop and train station

Dewsbury Town Hall

Twelve historic Dewsbury buildings listed on advice of Historic England

Can you spot anyone you know?

GCSE results: 24 photos of exam celebrations from 1998 to 2006

Celebrating A-level results from 2000 to 2006 - can you see anyone you know?

A-level results: 26 photos of students celebrating from 2000 to 2006

Explore Robin Hood's 'grave' hidden deep within a Kirklees forest.

Photos reveal derelict grave in Kirklees estate said to belong to Robin Hood

Explore Whitley Water Treatment Works, near Dewsbury, through photos taken by an urban explorer.

IN PICTURES: Look inside the abandoned water treatment works near Dewsbury

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

best lightweight one person hiking tents

10 best backpacking tents UK from Vango, Snugpak and Decathlon

Best camping lanterns UK 2023

Best camping lanterns UK - fuel-based, electric and solar lamps

Father’s Day UK gift guide - the best presents for every Dad

Father’s Day UK gift guide - the best presents for every Dad

The 7 best wetsuits for women 2022, from Roxy, Billabong, Decathlon

The 7 best wetsuits for women 2023, from Roxy, Billabong, Decathlon

The essential kit you need to start wild swimming

Dorset Button maker Gini Armitage working in her home studio, who has revived the ancient craft tradition

Meet the Birstall crafter who is 'sew' big on Dorset buttons

A crafter from North Kirklees has been involved with Dorset buttons so long it’s part of her fabric.

Sally Clifford

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer 2022 UK

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer UK

Eye Wood Vintage is set to hold its first vintage pop up shop of the year at The Calder Grove Hotel in Horbury on Saturday May 13 and Sunday May 14.

Wakefield pub hosts vintage clothing event by Dewsbury firm this weekend

Britain's Prince Louis of Wales yawns as he arrives at Westminster Abbey.

Lovely images as Princess Charlotte and Princes Louis and George steal the show

Mr. Haji Mohammad Afzal at his local Anwaar-E-Madina Jamia Mosque holding a Ramadhan cake.

Ramadhan In 1960's Dewsbury through the eyes of Mohammad Afzal

Batley and Spen MP Kim Leadbeater.

MP calls for the 300-year-old Oakenshaw Cross to be 'brought home'

Best changing bags: stylish, wipe-clean, designer bags for nappies

Best changing bags: stylish, wipe-clean, designer bags for nappies

9 best running shoes for men 2022: men’s trainers from On Cloud, Hoka

9 best running shoes for men 2023: men’s trainers from On Cloud, Hoka

Residents of Wyke Lane want the Oakenshaw Cross to be repaired and returned.

Oakenshaw residents hold fourth protest in village: “We want our cross back”

8 best portable picnic tables: folding tables ideal for camping holidays and outdoor dining

Best portable picnic tables for camping holidays and outdoor dining