Writing Workshop: The Sea, The Sea
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When Poetry Takes Wing
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
Hannah Stone explores the threshold between poem and song as alumni from Leeds Song read poems and discuss the craft of writing for composers.
Shot the Lot
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
A dairy farmer in despair. Lost everything. Chris Berry reads his own story written in 2020 when the milk price was well below production cost.
Live Radio Drama: The Wake
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
Thirty years Thirty years after leaving school a group of forty-somethings undertake a walk across the North Yorks Moors. But who is with them? Live…
Live Radio Drama: The Accident
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
Car in a ditch. In this mystery thriller, each passenger has a different version of events. Who’s telling lies? Live drama reading from Aberford Authors…
Gridlock
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
Tallulah Howarth and Carrieanne Vivianette explore the threshold between poetry and sound in this live reading of Tallulah’s grid poems.
What Is Our Language of Now? – Poetry on Film
21st February 2026 - 21st February 2026
Anne Caldwell presents two award winning short films and launches her new collection of prose poetry from Valley Press.
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Join us for an introduction to the work of artists Manon Awst and Dylan Huw, who will be representing Wales at this year’s Venice Biennale.…
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Learn MoreBrasserie Blanc
Brassiere Blanc is one of Leeds’ hidden gems and once you’ve found it you’ll be back time and time again. Tucked away in Sovereign Street…
Learn MoreThe Primrose Pub
The Primmy has stood the test of time on Meanwood Road, it has been a pub since the late 1800’s, and has gone through many…
Learn MoreThe Inkwell Bar
With its cosy furnishings and impressive drinks selection, The Inkwell Bar is the perfect place to eat, relax and enjoy a morning coffee, business lunch…
Learn MoreArcadia Ale House
Arcadia Ale house is a sports bar located in the Headingly area of Leeds with a range of drinks offers throughout the week. Arcadia shows…
Learn MorePyramid Theatre
We’re pretty unique. In fact, Pyramid Theatre is one of only nine in-the-round theatres in the UK. Take your performance to the next level and…
Learn MoreAlbion Place
Albion Place is a busy street in Leeds City Centre that’s home to many restaurants and shops.
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St Gemma’s Hospice is a local, independent charity and has been providing expert care to the people of Leeds for over 40 years. We provide…
Learn MoreHyde Park Book Club
Hyde Park Book Club is at the heart of Leeds’ creative arts scene and has achieved its vision in becoming an events-led, pan-arts creative hub.…
Learn MoreKippax Community Hub & Library
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Learn MoreNexus – University of Leeds
Community is at the heart of what we do. We help high growth businesses make the right connections and access research, talent and facilities across…
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Granary Wharf, just a five minute walk from Leeds city centre, is the ideal beauty spot to spend a few hours outside and enjoy the…
Learn MoreBramley Community Centre
Bramley Community Centre is a community facility for groups, meetings, activities and events. Get in touch about hiring the main hall or meeting room.
Learn MoreHeadingley Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreThe Wardrobe
The Wardrobe, now a Leeds institution, has been at the vanguard of the city’s live music scene for well over a decade. A bar, kitchen,…
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Learn MoreJamaica House
The Jamaica Society Leeds is one of the UK’s most revered Jamaican community organisations. Founded by six first generation Jamaicans in 1977, we fly the…
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