Keeping our History Safe
Journey through the world of museum conservation with our expert conservator. Find out how they found their calling and discover the pitfalls of conserving over one million objects that Leeds Museums & Galleries looks after.
This talk ties in with Abbey House Museum’s exhibition ‘Behind The Streets: The Hidden Work of Museum Conservation Volunteers’.
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Festive Felt Christmas Decorations
26th November 2026 - 26th November 2026
Join us for this workshop making felt Christmas decorations at Abbey House Museum. Learn a new skill and make a unique and personal decoration to…
Dancing In The Victorian Street
28th November 2026 - 28th November 2026
Join in dancing on our Victorian Street as we lead into the festive period, with the Arbeau Dancers are a historical dance group covering approximately…
Festive Lino Printing
30th November 2026 - 30th November 2026
Join us for a relaxed introduction to lino printing at Abbey House Museum. This friendly 2 hour beginners’ workshop will explain the process and give…
Decorate The Tree
1st December 2026 - 1st December 2026
Get in the festive sprit with a relaxed morning decorating the Abbey House Museum Christmas tree. Immerse yourself in the Victorian Streets and festive music…
Christmas Rag Rug Wreath Workshop
3rd December 2026 - 3rd December 2026
Make a festive rag rug wreath from scrap fabric to take home. Be inspired by the Victorian craft of rag rugging to make a decorative…
Festive Singing In The Street
4th December 2026 - 4th December 2026
Get into the festive spirit and join us in the Victorian Street for seasonal singing with Leeds City Museum choir. You may listen or join…
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Chris Ramsey: Here Man
Following a rapid and complete sell-out spring tour, Chris has added a limited run of extra dates this autumn. Despite initially (and repeatedly) vowing not…
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A sale of affordable artists’ works and a fund raising afternoon for two charities – Leeds Food Bank and St Gemma’s Hospice. The market is…
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Learn MoreTalk: The history of Emigration out of Russia and the former USSR, by Pavel Gudoshnikov
Join us for a talk and a discussion exploring the history of emigration out of Russia and the former Soviet Union, from the imperial era…
Learn More400 Years of Leeds, through the Collections Of Leeds Museums and Galleries
To celebrate Leeds 400, join Assistant Community Curator Pat Bourne, from Leeds Museums and Galleries, as he takes you through his personal choice of museum…
Learn MoreHoney Pottery
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Learn MoreMoose Coffee Leeds
Independent, family owned restaurant creating an authentic American Canadian breakfast and brunch served all day. Moose Coffee was founded in 2006. The concept grew from…
Learn MoreThe Ivy Victoria Quarter
Located in the historic, listed building on Vicar Lane in the heart of Leeds, The Ivy Victoria Quarter offers something for everyone, with an all-day…
Learn MoreMoods
Moods is an all day destination which sits inside First White Cloth Hall, one of Leeds’ oldest surviving buildings. Restored with care, then made comfortable.…
Learn MoreThe Grove Inn
A relaxed charming city pub with a warm and friendly atmosphere. When you come into the Grove Inn you are sure to receive a warm…
Learn MoreAge UK Leeds
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Learn MoreShine
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Learn MoreSlung Low
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Learn MoreArdsley and Tingley Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreLeeds University Business School Esther Simpson Building
The innovative teaching centre provides world-class facilities that support participative learning and create an inspirational setting for staff and students. Aligning with the aims of…
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Learn MoreCompton Centre Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreMorley Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
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A 24-acre vision brought together by world class designers, planners and architects; Aire Park unlocks the potential of Leeds South Bank for a stronger future…
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The Field of Dreams and the home of Kirkstall Educational Cricket Club!
Learn MorePudsey Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
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Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
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