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Excitement Builds as the LEGO Group Announces April Launch Date at Trinity Leeds

Excitement is building as the LEGO Group announces its new store will open at Trinity Leeds on Thursday, 23rd April. The 456sq m store will give shoppers the chance to fully immerse themselves in the world of L

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8 April 2026

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APRIL AT LEEDS HERITAGE THEATRES

This month sees the launch of Explore, a playful, curiosity-sparking programme of films, performances and hands-on fun for young people aged 5-12 and their families from Fri 3

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2 April 2026

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Yorkshire Brass Bands join Leeds Playhouse’s new production of Brassed Off

Horbury Victoria Brass Band and Wakefield Metropolitan Brass Band to perform live on stage during the production Marking the 30th anniversary of Mark Herman’s iconic 1996 film, Leeds Playhouse proudly announc

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2 April 2026

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Cecil Beaton: Staging Icons 

This summer, Yorkshire’s most vibrant country house, Harewood House Trust, hosts a major exhibition dedicated to the legendary photographer Cecil Beaton (1904 – 1980).

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1 April 2026

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A Fusion of Street Food Favourites Arrive at Trinity Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen is back with an unbeatable new line-up of mouth-watering dishes. From bold fusion flavours to crowd-pleasing classics including Pan-Asian fri

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31 March 2026

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NEW IMAGES: Powerful new production images released for James Graham’s acclaimed production Punch

Another state-of-the-nation masterpiece from James Graham.” ★★★★★ The Telegraph “James Graham’s most moving work yet.” ★★★★★ The Times

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26 March 2026

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RITTER SPORT IS COMING TO LEEDS AS BRAND HITS THE ROAD WITH ITS QUALITY CHOCOLATE SQUARED ROADSHOW

Chocolate lovers in Leeds are in for a delicious surprise as Ritter Sport rolls into town for one day only, bringing thousands of flavours to sample as well as interactive experiences

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26 March 2026

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Gamesmania® powers up the Merrion Centre this Easter

Retro arcade fun, immersive gaming and family entertainment arrive in Leeds The Merrion Centre is set

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26 March 2026

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NEW IMAGES: Production images released for I, Daniel Blake as it returns to Leeds Playhouse this April

First produced in 2023 I, DANIEL BLAKE, an adaptation of Ken Loach’s Palme d’Or and BAFTA award-winning film by actor, comedian and the original Daniel Blake Dave Johns, depicted a chilling and very real nar

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24 March 2026

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Leeds’ First Sauna and Ice Bath Cafe

Kontrast Location: Leeds City Centre When: Spring 2026 Tucked beneath a railway arch in Saxton Gardens, Kontrast is bringing its communi

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24 March 2026

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