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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.

Six Unmissable Shows in Leeds this Christmas

During the festive season we all love to get together with friends, family and loved ones to see a show and enjoy some glitz and cheer. And in Leeds we’re spoilt for choice with four fabulous theatres where you can catch traditional classics and

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7 November 2022

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The Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Leeds 2022

2023’s The Ultimate Guide to Your Leeds Christmas  – here    C

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1 November 2022

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HALLOWEEN IN LEEDS: THE GUIDE

Autumn has arrived, which can only mean one thing… it’s time to get spooky! Because now we’ve packed away the shades and flip-flops and dug out the woolly jumpers and scarfs, there’s something big and scary looming. Halloween! Lucki

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9 October 2022

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The Top 7 Things To Do in Leeds

Leeds is a city with so much to offer it’s hard to know where to start! Here at Visit Leeds we’ve come up with what we think are the Top 7 not to be missed places in the centre of Leeds. Although this is just the tip of the iceberg, we reckon

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27 September 2022

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Top Ten Highlights of Light Night 2022

As moonlight casts a shadow, a magical illuminated playground hits the streets of Leeds as Light Night returns! Over 50 spectacular light installations, projections and artworks gather within the city, with live performances and interactive instal

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22 September 2022

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New to Leeds? Here’s our top 10 things to do!

It can be hard moving to a completely new city. It’s difficult to know whether it will match up to your expectation, or whether you’ll have a good time. But trust us when we say Leeds will blow you away! Here we’ve rounded up the top ten thi

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5 September 2022

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August Outdoor Adventures

What better way to celebrate Yorkshire Day than heading outdoors and taking in some of the beautiful landscapes that God’s own Country is famous for. Rolling hills, ancient woodland and mile upon mile of magnificent waterways, West Yorks

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1 August 2022

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In Leeds for the Rugby League World Cup? Here’s our top 7 things to do before you leave!

Visiting Leeds for the Rugby League World Cup and needing some inspiration on what else to do in the city before you leave? Look no further! We have rounded up 7 of our must-do’s in Leeds!  

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21 July 2022

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The Top 10 Events in Leeds this Summer 2022

If there’s one thing Leeds is top of the class for this Summer, it’s the jam-packed calendar of events planned for the city centre and beyond. Whether it’s a day trip to catch a game, a night out with live music, or you’re looking

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30 June 2022

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Top 12 new bars and restaurants opening in Leeds this Summer

Leeds is a foodie heaven. And it keeps getting better. With an abundance of new bars and restaurants opening across the city, we’ve put together a new top ten places opening this summer for you to try. Whether you want to experience the flavours of I

13 June 2022

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