A look inside the February 2018 issue of Yorkshire Life
Tom Wrigglesworth - Our favourite Sheffield comedian suggests radical changes to the calendar to save us all from the misery of February
Wendy Pratt - Our coast based columnist takes a hike…in the nicest possible way
Brexit boom or bust? - Two Yorkshire farmers and the NFU’s regional director share their thoughts on how Brexit will affect their lives
The utility man - Playwright John Godber has been honoured for his work long and prolific career but his feet are firmly on the ground, as Paul Mackenzie reports
Life begins at 40 - Has Yorkshire Sculpture Park plans to slow down as it enters its fifth decade? No chance, reports Jo Haywood
Launch of a new era - A multi-million pound project will change the face West Yorkshire Playhouse in Leeds
Hunt the best wild shots - Photographer Tom Marshall shares some top tips on wildlife photography
Walk - Tranquil tracks from Bishop Wilton on the edge of the Wolds
Planting ahead - Thousands of trees are being planted across the county this winter to protect the future of wildlife and the countryside
Time to go wild - Beverley-born BBC Springwatch presenter Lindsey Chapman aims to get children outdoors more often
Me and my pet - Claire Farley and her Boston Terror – sorry, Terrier
Pickering - A market town growing as a tourist destination
Mesmerising theatre - We meet celebrated Yorkshire dramatist Bryony Lavery
Portrait of change - Paintings and photography at the Mercer Gallery, Harrogate mark the 100th anniversary of women being allowed to vote
Happy landing - Astronaut Tim Peake’s spacecraft which took him to the International Space Station and back goes on display in York
Northallerton - A fine market town rich in history which has much to offer today
Love is in the air - Forget Paris and Venice, Yorkshire is the place to be this Valentine’s Day
Driffield - Six reasons to visit this traditional East Yorkshire market town
Horsforth - Is it a village? A suburb maybe? Jo Haywood finds out
Discover the coast… in January
Education - The Girls’ Day Schools Trust plan to shape leaders of the future
Travel - Dance along the Danube
The Diary - Events and entertainment around the county chosen for you by Tony Greenway
Crossword and Sudoku - Test your knowledge and maybe win a prize
My Yorkshire weekend - York ghost trail guide Ian Stuart swaps city spooks for lakeside meanderings
Food & Drink
Chefs go live - Unique dishes are served at an unlikely venue
Six of the best… Yorkshire gins
Romantic dining - Recipes to impress your other half with ingredients delivered straight from the farm to your front door
Marry your flavours - 10 tips for a stress-free romantic dinner
Shake or stir - Home cocktail-making kits to help your party go with a swing
Homes & Interiors
Finding the balance - Renovation of a Victorian semi meant creating a bright modern home yet retaining the best traditional features
Property guide - Details of some of the finest homes for sale around the region
Lights fantastic - Lighting design can be crucial and there is so much choice, writes Kate Houghton
Gardens - Our guide to spectacular snowdrop displays
Fashion
Bare necessities - Take the plunge and invest in beautiful lingerie this Valentine’s Day
Face to face - Techy timepieces to impress
Beauty - Indulge your inner scarlet woman with these lip-luscious reds
Fitness - Has high intensity interval training reached its peak? asks Mark Kebble
Society
Fairfax House celebration reception, York
Smarts of York 50th anniversary lunch, Merchant Taylor’s Hall, York
Burns and Plastic Surgery Unit, Pinderfields Hospital, fundraising dinner, Oulton Hall, Leeds
Competition and reader offer
Fantastic money saving subscription offers
Win a luxury lodge break in Derbyshire
