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Fire breaks out on Marsden Moor again with plume of smoke seen for miles

Daisy Jackson - 22nd May 2023

A huge fire has broken out on Marsden Moor again, with the region heading into a spell of warm, dry weather.

The West Yorkshire countryside spot has previously been devastated by blazes, including a huge fire in 2019 which was described by West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service as 'one of the biggest moorland fires' it had ever had to deal with.

Today, images and videos circulating on social media show a huge blaze raging through the Marsden Moor area.

Fire fighters are reported to already be on the scene.

The Peak District Moorland Group said on Facebook: "We have received reports of yet another wildfire incident on Marsden Moor NT.

"With good weather forecasted for a while yet, we sadly could see more habitat and wildlife destruction."

MancTraffic said on Twitter: "Another large fire reported to us on Marsden Moor with the smoke plume seen from the Manchester side.

"Fire Service are on scene. Awaiting news of any major road closures likely to affect journeys across the tops."

This is a developing story. Updates to follow.

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Get Baked’s viral ‘Bertha’ cake has a sister on the way – and she sounds just as cheeky

She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.

A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.

They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.

And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.

We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…

Images: Get Baked

Images: Get Baked

Yes—scratch that; HELL YES! Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.

Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?

Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.

With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.

Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”

In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:

@the.manc @GET BAKED® are giving away 1000 slices of Bertha right now at their new store in Northern Quarter and Manchester, you turned up 👏 #themanc #manchester #getbaked #giveaway #newopening #bakery #queue #manchesterfood #manchestereats #cake ♬ original sound - The Manc

Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”

Read more: The Swine That Dines announces the official opening date of its brand new restaurant

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Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary

Clementine Hall

The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.

If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.

Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.

And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.

The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.

Image: Leeds Tattoo Expo

There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.

Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.

The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!

To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.

You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.

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