Treasure handling session – Leeds and Yorkshire
Join our team of Librarians to get up-close and personal with a curated selection of treasures from the Central Library collections, focusing on Leeds and Yorkshire. There’ll be the chance to handle rare books from our archive, as well as the opportunity to chat with like-minded people about the region’s past.
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Seven by Seven – vinyl playing session
14th November 2026 - 14th November 2026
Music Library, Floor 1, Leeds Central Library Join Leeds Libraries and Seven by Seven for a free uplifting music event! Seven by Seven is a…
Heritage Tour of Leeds Central Library
20th May 2026 - 24th June 2026
Join us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors,…
Leodis: 400 Years of Leeds in the Leeds Libraries Collections
15th September 2026 - 11th November 2026
Discover 400 years of Leeds’ history through the inspiring collections of Leeds Libraries – from 17th century manuscripts to football fanzines, via rare maps, photographs,…
Leeds in the 17th century: Handling workshop
16th July 2026 - 16th July 2026
Join our librarian team to explore the history of Leeds in the 17th century through the Leeds Libraries collections. This is a rare chance to…
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James Acaster
A brand-new show, full of everything you love about James Acaster and more!
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Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor, Michael Akadiri prescribes Leeds with a potent dose of his latest…
Learn MoreUB40
Get ready for a night of pure nostalgia and feel-good rhythm as UB40 perform their greatest hits live at first direct bank arena in Leeds…
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Tide Lines are a band whose story stretches from the wild expanses of the Scottish Highlands to the beating heart of Glasgow. In June 2025,…
Learn MoreLSTwo
The School of Music’s student new music ensemble, LSTwo, returns with performances of new music by Niki Zohdi, Mic Spencer’s new work Ennoia (Love letter…
Learn MoreJohn Bishop
Beloved comedian John Bishop returns to Leeds on 29 April 2027 with ‘Let’s Go Round Again’, his eagerly awaited 2027 tour. Packed with razor-sharp observations,…
Learn MoreThe Royalty
An independent free house perched on the top of Otley Chevin midst spectacular views that folk would sell their butty for. And it’s not just…
Learn MoreThe New Inn
The New Inn is a traditional local pub on the outskirts of Headingley, serving food everyday in a friendly and welcoming environment. The pub caters…
Learn MoreThe Ivy Asia, Leeds
Whether you’re looking to lunch with friends, enjoy tea for two, or book a romantic dinner with someone special, you’ll find fabulous Asian-inspired dining, show-stopping…
Learn MoreThe Domino Club
After what started as us putting on 8 local jazz bands a month in a hidden drinking den quickly quickly crept up to us being…
Learn MoreRevolution – Call Lane
People of Leeds, let’s party Revolution Call Lane is a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant, located in the trendy Exchange Quarter. From our home in…
Learn MoreThe Original Oak
You’ll always find a warm welcome at The Original Oak in Leeds. It’s a place where you can enjoy the day whether you fancy a…
Learn MoreLeeds Mind
Leeds Mind hosts various events over the year across a number of locations. For the specific location of your event, please visit the link provided…
Learn MoreKirkstall Educational Cricket Club
The Field of Dreams and the home of Kirkstall Educational Cricket Club!
Learn MoreLeeds Academy For Hairdressing And Barbering
Based in Leeds City Centre, LAFHAB offers VTCT and NVQ accredited Hairdressing & Barbering courses & courses from WAHL recognised worldwide. We also offer unit…
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…
Learn MoreHorsforth 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 MoreBoom Leeds
Leeds, UK grassroots venue now based inside @canalside.leeds 👊🏼 All genres, but dedicated to promoting hardcore, metal and punk.
Learn MoreKirkstall Forge
Over the coming years the banks of the River Aire will be transformed, with high quality offices, new homes and a wealth of complementary facilities…
Learn MoreCanal Connections
Canal Connections is a social enterprise company working along the waterways of Leeds and Bradford, connecting individuals, communities and organisations to the canal environment. Boats…
Learn MoreGuiseley 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 MoreWharf Chambers
Wharf Chambers is located on the ground floor of a Victorian former pork pie factory at 23-25 Wharf Street, LS2 7EQ. It’s on the edge…
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