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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.

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A guide to an affordable Leeds Christmas

It’s Christmas time in Leeds, but that does not mean that you need to break the bank to enjoy the festivities. From musical performances and museum activities to shows and markets – here’s our guide for the best free and low-cost things to d

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25 November 2025

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year to see Santa Claus

Make spirits bright this Christmas by meeting Santa during his visit to Leeds. Santa is hard at work with Mrs Claus and the elves getting ready for Christmas this year, he’s making a stop in

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18 November 2025

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A Wonderful West Yorkshire Christmas

Enjoy West Yorkshire this Christmas, there’s so much to explore! We’ve worked with Visit Bradford, Visit Calderdale, Kirklees Council and Experience Wakefield to compile a list of not-to-be-missed Christmas highlights

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6 November 2025

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Our top 10 films to see at Leeds International Film Festival

Celebrate 39 years of the Leeds International Film Festival With over 260 films showing, between the 30th October and 16th November, at venues including Hyde Park Picture House, Cotta

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30 October 2025

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A guide to ghoulish gatherings for grown-ups this Halloween

Halloween is one of our favourite times of the year, bringing with it pumpkin spice lattes, scary movies which will have you on the edge of your seat, and an excuse to wear some fun costumes! We’ve rounded up some o

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10 October 2025

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A guide to your Halloween Half-Term

It’s happening; the nights are getting longer, the jumpers are getting chunkier and the weather is creeping into its darker seasons. Christmas is just around the corner… but not yet!

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9 October 2025

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Our Highlights for Heritage Open Days

Heritage Open Days returns with a programme of events, tours, exhibitions and workshops embracing this year’s theme of architecture. This celebration of culture, history and heritage opens t

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5 September 2025

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Cosy Spots to Embrace Autumn in Leeds

The trees are changing colour and Autumn has well and truly arrived in to Leeds. It’s time to swap those beer gardens and rooftop terraces for cosy pubs, roast dinners and spectacular Autumn

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1 September 2025

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What to do on August Bank Holiday Weekend in Leeds

The August Bank Holiday Weekend is almost here and from the 23rd to 25th August, there’s plenty to do whether it’s a weekend with friends, the family or both!

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11 August 2025

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20 Things You’ll Only Find In West Yorkshire

We’ve come up with the ultimate list of experiences, attractions and events you’ll only find in West Yorkshire; featuring top recommendations and insider tips from our partners at Visit Bradford, Visit Calderdale, Kirklees, and Experience

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23 July 2025

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