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Harewood kicks off 2026 with first-of-its-kind art exhibition Charlotte Verity, The Season Following

With a long history of working with contemporary artists, Harewood House Trust is preparing to launch an exhibition in the new year by British artist Charlotte Verity.

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3 December 2025

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FEDERAL CONFIRMS LEEDS LAUNCH DATE WITH 1,000 FREE COFFEES UP FOR GRABS

The highly anticipated Leeds launch of the UK’s most popular brunch spot Federal has been confirmed for Monday 15th December. To celebrate its arrival in the city, it will be giving away 1,000 free coffees fro

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2 December 2025

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MIDDLETON RAILWAY SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL RAILWAY AWARDS

The Middleton Railway is delighted to have been shortlisted for two awards by the Heritage Railway Association, the trade body for all heritage railways in the UK. The railway has pioneered the r

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2 December 2025

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DECEMBER AT LEEDS HERITAGE THEATRES

Step into the warmth with Leeds Heritage Theatres and rediscover the magic of winter as we connect, reflect, and celebrate Wintertime. 

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1 December 2025

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FIRST LOOK: Stunning new images from Leeds Playhouse’s A Christmas Carol reveal a magical Victorian Leeds brought to life on stage

Leeds Playhouse has released captivating new images from its festive staging of A Christmas Carol brimming with warmth, wonder and seasonal spirit. Directed by award-winning Amy Leach and adapted by Deborah McAn

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1 December 2025

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CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH A BESPOKE CHRISTMAS POP-UP SHOP IN LEEDS

The magic of Christmas is returning to Yorkshire, and The Ivy Collection is celebrating in true festive style. This year, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the spirit of the season with a charming

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28 November 2025

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Record-breaking high fives and Skate to Donate at White Rose with Leeds Knights

White Rose Shopping Centre is hosting a charitable ice skating event on Wednesday 3rd December, inviting ice hockey fans to take to the rink with members of Leeds Knights in

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28 November 2025

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HUNDREDS OF BRADFORD RESIDENTS AT THE HEART OF SPECTACULAR FINALE FOR 2025 UK CITY OF CULTURE

The closing event of Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture will

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28 November 2025

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BLACKHOUSE LEEDS ANNOUNCES NEW EVOLVED GASTROBAR TO MARK 18TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2026

Leeds favourite, Blackhouse has announced it is set to unveil an evolution of its popular city centre restaurant in 2026 to mark its official ‘coming of age’.

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26 November 2025

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KIRKSTALL BREWERY AND WHITELOCKS’ SHARE ‘THE VICTORIA’ OPENING DATE

ICONIC LEEDS PUB TO OFFER 200 FREE PINTS ALONGSIDE FESTIVE ENTERTAINMENT THROUGHOUT OPENING WEEKEND

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26 November 2025

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