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Trailblazing productions head to Leeds Playhouse as part of exciting Transform festival

EXXY and The Last Supper explore life and art to give audiences two energising theatrical experiences. Transform, the UK’s leading festival for inclusive, international performance, is bringing two extraordinary productions to Leeds Playh

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19 September 2025

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NORTHERN LIGHTS LEEDS REVEALS DETAILS OF NEW 2025 ILLUMINATIONS

NEW TEMPLE NEWSAM FESTIVE SPECTACULAR SHARES DETAILS ON CHRISTMAS VILLAGE ARTISANAL FARE The Lily of the Lake will make its Leeds debut  

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17 September 2025

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Fresh faces and a new youth strand announced for LIFI25

Leeds International Festival of Ideas – One Month To Go Festival takes place October 14th – 18th October 2025

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17 September 2025

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Lush brings viral Sticky Dates fragrance to life with pop-up baths in Leeds

A bestselling shower gel and body spray, Sticky Dates has long been praised by Lush customers for its decadent vanilla and caramel fragrance. Now, fans of gourmand scents can immerse themselves in the golden syrup tones of this viral favourite

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16 September 2025

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Your invitation to The Ivy Asia: Indulge in Our Exquisite Set Menus of Bold Asian Flavours

This autumn, The Ivy Asia invites guests to discover bold flavours, vibrant dining, and great value with the re-launch of its much-loved set menus. Whether it’s a weekday lunch, a celebratory dinner, or simply the chance to enjoy a taste

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15 September 2025

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THIS LEEDS RESTAURANT LOVED BY CELEBS HAS JUST LAUNCHED A NEW MENU WHICH INCLUDES “TABLE-SIDE TRUFFLE TAGLIATELLE”

Habbibi, Leeds’ Arabic and Mediterranean fusion restaurant, has unveiled its new menu which is set to ignite tastebuds this summer! Since its opening, Habbibi has quickly established itself as a celeb favourite thanks to its glamourous in

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15 September 2025

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Leeds…A New Kind of Cosy is unveiled

Cosy Club Leeds reopened its doors on Saturday 13th September, bringing a new kind of Cosy to the city.  From disco balls to fish tanks, Cosy Club Leeds is set to be the ‘go to’ for all-day dining and late-night celebrations.

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15 September 2025

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The National Science and Media Museum’s Pictureville Cinema announced as West Yorkshire’s exclusive venue for 69th BFI London Film Festival

The National Science and Media Museum’s Pictureville Cinema is West Yorkshire’s only partner venue for 69th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express. Festival takes place at Pictureville cinema a

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9 September 2025

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Harewood volunteers have made 5,000 upcycled decorations for Christmas event

With just over 100 days until Christmas to go, renowned maximalist interior designer Siobhan Murphy has already dived head first into the festivities, working with dozens of volunteers at Harewood to create over 5,000 han

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9 September 2025

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Update regarding change of dates for October’s Light Night Leeds 2025

The dates of this October’s Light Night Leeds have been changed to avoid a clash with an upcoming Leeds United Premier League fixture. After discussions with artists, stakeholders and sponsors, the decis

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4 September 2025

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