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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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Celebrating Mother’s Day in Leeds

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, a day to celebrate the Mother figure in your life… and what better way than to treat them for a day out or weekend away in Leeds. Check out below our top picks on where

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3 March 2026

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Love Leeds this Valentine’s Day

Whether you are enjoying the delights of the city with a partner, celebrating Galentine’s with your friends or flying solo this February 14th our city has got you covered from romantic meals to gift shopping and experiences for tw

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29 January 2026

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Our top spots to celebrate New Year

This New Year there is plenty for all to enjoy in Leeds. Here is a round up of some of the amazing events in the city this year to help you bring in the New Year and welcome 2026 in!! Return to this page December 2026 for up to d

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10 December 2025

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Spots for Afternoon Tea in Leeds

Looking for inspiration for afternoon tea then take a look at Cindy’s recommendations! She’s French and likes nothing better than taking Afternoon Tea with her local friends and showing her family and friends from France the best places to

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21 July 2025

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Celebrate Your Graduation In Style

Leeds is home to a variety of exceptional dining experiences, that’s why it’s the unofficial foodie capital of the North. With graduation on the horizon, it reminds us of those special occasions where friends and family join to celebrate toget

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24 June 2025

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Our top picks for coffee in Leeds

For the best places for coffee in Leeds look no further! We’ve rounded up a selection of our favourite coffee spots in the city – perfect for taking some time out and topping up on your favourite caffeinated brew. These places are social hubs,

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1 June 2025

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How to spend 48 hours in Leeds by train

Leeds is the city-break you have to get on your list. A city packed with unforgettable experiences and one-off moments, live music, comedy, festivals, rooftop bars, food and drink and much mor

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10 April 2025

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Main Character Energy: A 24 hour Itinerary for “The Bookish Type”

Visit Leeds have worked with creative writing students at Leeds Arts University to create blogs based on their interests and insights into the city, to come up with handy guides and insi

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6 March 2025

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Leeds lives up to its reputation as ‘Foodie Capital of the North’

There are many ‘food cities’ across the UK and around the world, famed for their attitude to dining, drinking, and creating. And Leeds is up there with the best of them. As the unofficial foodie of the North, our city is bursting with award-wi

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20 February 2025

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The Best Bottomless Brunches in Leeds

A day started off with bottomless brunch is always a good day, so we’ve rounded up all the best bottomless brunch spots Leeds has to offer! Whether you’re a foodie or you just love a cocktail (or two!), you’re bound to find something that’s r

24 July 2024

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