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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’ 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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A man playing golf on a sunny day at Temple Newsam Golf Club

Golf in Leeds – A Brief History and Some of the Best Courses to Visit

Ryan from Howley Hall Golf Club tells us what ‘putts’ Leeds golf on the map… Those of you that have grown up playing your golf in Leeds will be more than familiar with the rich heritage it possesses. Since moving to the area,

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23 April 2021

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Tastes from around the world

Leeds is renowned for being a city full to the brim of unique and exciting restaurants from every corner of the world. From Caribbean to Italian and Spanish to Thai, our extensive and diverse food and drink scene makes it one of the very best in t

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9 September 2020

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Otley – A hidden shopping jewel, North of Leeds

Leeds may be home to some of the biggest names in shopping such as Harvey Nichols and John Lewis, but if you head out of the city centre into the local towns and villages, there are some incredible shopping opportunities that you’re unlikely to

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20 August 2020

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