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NENYA Announces Exclusive Pop-Up at John Lewis Leeds 

Premium womenswear brand NENYA will host a limited-time pop-up at John Lewis Leeds from 11–17 May 2026, marking a significant moment in the brand’s continued evolution within the UK fashion landscape. Found

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30 April 2026

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Amelia Bowles’ Komorebi Brings Light, Colour and Movement to Sunny Bank Mills

Sunny Bank Mills is delighted to present Komorebi, a striking new outdoor installation by artist Amelia Bowles, curated by Senem Cagla Bilgin-Keys. I

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30 April 2026

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Tim Minchin, Ashley James & Dr Mya-Rose Craig Lead First Wave of LIFI26 Line-Up

Leeds International Festival of Ideas October 6th – 10th October 2026 Leeds International Festival of Ideas (LIFI26) is proud to announce its initial three speakers for this year’s festival, s

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30 April 2026

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England Women’s T20 World Cup Squad announced ahead of home nations clash against Scotland at Headingley Stadium

15-player strong squad announced by England for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup taking place this summer, with five matches confirmed at Head

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29 April 2026

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FAMILY FUN WITH SHAUN THE SHEEP AND WHITE ROSE THIS MAY

A new Shaun the Sheep augmented reality trail will visit White Rose Shopping Centre next month, alongside a line-up of fun half-term activities.

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28 April 2026

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WIN A YEAR’S WORTH OF FREE CRAZY POOL AT ROXY LEEDS VENUES

As Crazy Pool fever sweeps the nation, Roxy Ball Room Boar Lane and Roxy Ball Room Merrion Street is giving gamers the chance to cue up a whole year of free gaming, as well as £1 games and free drinks To mark

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27 April 2026

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THOR’S tipi bar returns to Leeds City Square, kickstarting summer with a lineup of live music, themed events & cocktails galore

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24 April 2026

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BRAND NEW MENU AT BUNDOBUST

The tiger’s changing its stripes – the biggest ever change to Bundobust’s menu, with 16 spicy new dishes. Bundobust is preparing to launch the biggest s

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24 April 2026

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MINI MAGIC FLUTE: OPERA NORTH’S FAMILY-FRIENDLY OPERA RETURNS THIS SUMMER

Opera North’s bitesize version of Mozart’s The Magic Flute returns to festivals and arts venues across the North this summer offering a fairy tale opera for all the family. Mini Magic Flute packs fun, fanta

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23 April 2026

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Bluey Set to Bring Half Term Fun to the Merrion Centre

Families invited to enjoy free interactive story time sessions this May half term  The Merrion Centre is exci

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23 April 2026

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