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Our city has so many stories to tell.

So many experiences to discover, and so many places to explore. Browse the blog to see useful tips, tricks, insights and highlights gathered by our passionate team of Leeds locals. Hidden gems, seasonal lists, fun facts, and awesome activities. Each one a new way to enjoy our home.

Crowds enjoy band and light display at Leeds Festival

Raving or Behaving? How to make the most of Leeds this festival season!

Festival season is in full swing in Leeds, with a plethora of events and plenty to do for festival goers to sink their tents into this month. As the city prepares for Leeds Fe

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25 August 2022

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A selection of dishes, a glass of red wine and a glass of white wine at Bundobust

Top Vegan Restaurants in Leeds

With plant-based food becoming ever more popular and accessible, there’s never been a better time to try out vegan meals. As the Foodie Capital of the North, Leeds has got you covered. Whether you’re a vegan foodie or simply want t

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15 January 2022

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Leeds for staycationers, families and away fans.

7 REASONS WHY LEEDS SHOULD BE YOUR NEXT STAYCATION We’re all ready for a break. A chance to explore, relax and have fun somewhere further than our own four walls and local highstreets. That’s where the great British cit

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27 August 2021

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What to do in Leeds as an away fan

Leeds is a city with a rich sporting heritage – a football team newly returned to the Premier League, the highly decorated Yorkshire County Cricket Club and Leeds Rhinos along with a regular host to world-class international sporting events.

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25 August 2021

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Family-Friendly Leeds – Arts and Culture

Leeds family days out come in all shapes and sizes, from action packed sports and activities, to creative and inspiring destinations with chances to learn slipped in under the radar. Luckily, there are places to visit in Leeds that tick all those

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11 August 2021

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Family-Friendly Leeds – Parks, Play Areas and Picnic Spots

When you’re planning a Leeds family day out or a weekend break with the kids, hitting the great outdoors is an absolute must. Luckily, Leeds has plenty of space for kids big and small to burn some energy, explore, learn and play out in the fresh

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10 August 2021

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Family Fun for the Wild at Heart

Leeds is a city packed with activities and attractions that families love, from those looking to entertain young children, to older kids and teenagers looking for summer holiday fun. There are museums and exhibitions to captivate the imagination,

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22 July 2021

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Leeds’ 5 Most Rated Beers Uncovered

There’s no disputing that Leeds has a serious reputation for beer. We’ve got a beer-y pedigree that stretches back to Joshua Tetley in 1822, through to the UK’s first craft beer bar, North Bar, which opened its doors in 1997 and began bringi

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15 June 2021

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Top 10 Leeds’ Best Loved Beer Spots – They’re Not What You Think

Leeds is a city renowned for beer, from arguably the nation’s oldest craft beer bar, North Bar, to a host of brewery tap rooms that bring aficionados flocking from far and wi

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14 June 2021

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Leeds West Indian Carnival Performers - credit Maria Spadafora

Celebrate Culture in Leeds

With over 169 different nationalities calling Leeds home, it’s no secret that the city is one of the most diverse cities in the UK[1]. As the host of a variety of events ranging from delicious food

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20 May 2021

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