The Infirmary Cases of Victorian and Edwardian Leeds: Making the Papers
Ronnie Walsh provides an insight into the background of interesting historical medical cases uncovered in the Surgeon Ledgers of The Leeds Infirmary.
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Slavery, Empire, and Leeds
4th November 2026 - 4th November 2026
This talk is based on a guided walking tour given by Danny Friar in September for Heritage Open Days 2026. This virtual talk explores the…
Factories and Fevers: Child health in the 19th century
11th November 2026 - 11th November 2026
Death and disease were common in the 19th century in industrial Leeds due to many factors: overcrowding, poor conditions in the factories and mills and…
Thorne’s of Leeds: From Mustard to Toffees
18th November 2026 - 18th November 2026
In the early 1980s Andrew Littlewood bought in Chesterfield an old tin and this led to him researching the story of Thorne’s toffee. Quaker Henry…
The changing face of Leeds Markets – From Briggate to Kirkgate
25th November 2026 - 25th November 2026
Ever wondered why Leeds received its first Royal Charter in 1626? Join us as Alex Pearson of the West Yorkshire Archive Service explores the importance…
York and Leeds: how are these two Yorkshire urban centres linked and what accounts for the differences in the way they have evolved over the centuries?
19th November 2026 - 19th November 2026
Geography is at the root of answering these questions about differential urban development. Rachael Unsworth’s presentation will draw out the main lines of argument and…
The Bilbroughs of Beech Grove Terrace: A middle class Victorian family, household and dwelling place
17th December 2026 - 17th December 2026
Author Catherine Wright discusses the local, family and social history of middle-class Victorian Leeds through the day-to-day lives of the Bilbrough family and household. A…
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Johannes Radebe: Finally Home
Johannes Radebe is back! 2026 has been an extraordinary year for JoJo. He has become a British citizen, made his West End debut and started…
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Direct from the USA, the critically-acclaimed revue featuring the incredible vocalist William Hicks, also known as ‘the big man with the big voice.’ 100 million…
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What’s the largest organ in the body? Skin! This February Half Term, we’re looking at our biggest natural barrier and how it keeps us protected…
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Learn More400 Stories: Art Workshop
Young artists are required to create a special exhibition celebrating the power of stories, and Leeds storytelling trailblazer, Maud Hummerston. Children are invited to take…
Learn MoreRhythm of the 90’s
Rhythm of the 90s are the UK’s no.1 live 90s dance anthems band! With their infectious energy, incredible musicianship, and nostalgia-filled set, Rhythm of the…
Learn MoreMy Thai, Lower Briggate
Thai food, cooked fast and fresh. A menu of nearly one hundred dishes, you can tuck into the likes of Gra Pow Moo Sub (wok…
Learn MoreBar Fibre
It’s been 24 years since Fibre burst onto Leeds scene and what an amazing journey it’s been! Fibre is one of Leeds longest running independent…
Learn MoreThe Royalty
An independent free house perched on the top of Otley Chevin midst spectacular views that folk would sell their butty for. And it’s not just…
Learn MoreThe Lock
Our new kitchen, bar and canal-side terrace has no rules – eat, drink and meet your way. At the Lock Kitchen & Bar, we source…
Learn MoreThe Chemic Tavern
We are a historic real ale pub situated in the heart of the Woodhouse residential area, just over a mile north of Leeds City Centre.…
Learn MoreDuke of Wellington
Escape from the hectic pace of modern life by savouring our delicious food from a variety of menus. The Duke at East Keswick is an…
Learn MoreHeart Centre
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Learn MoreWetherby Town Hall
The Town Hall dates from 1845 and is the most prominent building in the Market Place. It is Grade II listed and houses the Town…
Learn MoreRothwell 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 MoreCatherine’s Place Yoga Studio
Yoga studio and cafe lounge in the Electric press. Designed to be low impact for neurodivergant users .quiet and low lights. community space.
Learn MoreBlack Music Festival
The Black Music Festival is Europe’s biggest Free open-air reggae concert. The annual Leeds Reggae concert started back in 1985, to complement the annual Leeds…
Learn MoreBoom Leeds
Leeds, UK grassroots venue now based inside @canalside.leeds All genres, but dedicated to promoting hardcore, metal and punk.
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Inspirations Central is our exciting venue and home of Music Inspirations. It is a hub if all things creative and fun to inspire all ages.…
Learn MoreEast Street Arts
East Street Arts was established in Leeds in 1993 to facilitate the development of visual artists and to provide studios, services, resources, opportunities and support.…
Learn MoreSt George’s Conference Centre
Our convenient location in the heart of Leeds City Centre and different room sizes means we can facilitate a range of conferences and events. …
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