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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.

10 Things You Probably Didn’t know About Leeds

One of the most famous cities in the UK, Leeds is known for its historical moments and its economic vibrancy. It excels in areas such as music, sports, arts, and politics. As a result, there are several things that Leeds is known for. From being t

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17 September 2020

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Leeds’ Thriving Independent Food Scene

Our city has a whole menu of delicious dining experiences on offer including a thriving independent food scene that is renowned for its diversity, energy and innovation. Passionate people, known for their craft, serving up plates to be proud of is

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6 August 2020

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A Single Explorer

A single explorer Claragh enjoys some ‘me time’ exploring the city Armed with comfortable shoes, I’m off to explore the city of Leeds! As I’m going to be doing some walking this morning I thin

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6 August 2020

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Gail’s Ladies Afternoon in Leeds

Gail enjoys her visit into Leeds city centre since lockdown eased Saturday 1st August Today was our first exciting social trip into Leeds since lockdown.  We caught the 10.45 train into Leeds. The journey was, u

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6 August 2020

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Chloe’s Day Out in Meanwood

Chloe tells us how she loves to spend the day exploring Meanwood… I start the day with breakfast at Tandem, there’s something for everyone! Serving Home baked goods, c

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6 August 2020

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Sarah’s Post-Lockdown Leeds Walking Tours

  Sarah Cowling, from Leeds Walking Tours, tells us how she’s excited to once again be taking people round the city on tours and how it works in a post-lockdown world… By early 2020, our weekly Leeds Highlights Walk

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6 August 2020

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Danni’s Favourite Way to Spend the Day in Leeds!

Danni describes her favourite way to spend the day in Leeds… IF on Call Lane is the perfect spot for breakfast, serving local coffee from North Star Coffee Roasters and fantastic brunch

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6 August 2020

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Fine Dining

Our city has a whole menu of delicious dining experiences on offer including some of the finest restaurants in the country. For those who are celebrating or simply just indulging, here’s a look at some of Leeds’ best fine dining spots for an i

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25 July 2020

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Independent Bars in Leeds

Leeds is home to some of the best independent bars in the UK; drinking spots that have made the city a must-visit for boozy brunches, cocktail afternoons and dancing until dawn. Many venues unique to our great city are reopening with a socially di

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24 July 2020

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Paisley’s Weekend in Leeds

With a central location in the UK, Leeds is the ideal getaway for a long weekend. I recently spent a few days in this quintessential English city and quickly fell in love with all of its charms. Here is everything that you need to know about how t

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23 July 2020

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