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Headingley will host five nail-biting showdowns during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup
26th September 2025
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Leeds Scores Cricket Coup as City Secures Spot on Global Sporting Stage

City prepares to showcase its sporting prowess by hosting ICC Women’s T20 World Cup next year. After successfully hosting England’s thrilling Test victory against India earlier this week, Headingley Stadium is set to shine once again on cricket’s global stage when it welcomes the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026. The renowned venue…
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Leeds Rhinos Chief Executive Gary Hetherington with sports broadcaster and event co-host Tanya Arnold.
23rd May 2025
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Champion Spirit Shines at 2025 Leeds Sports Awards

Hosted at the Carriageworks Theatre and organised by Sport Leeds in partnership with Leeds City Council, the 2025 ceremony honoured the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches, volunteers, and sporting contributors from across the city. From grassroots to elite levels, the event celebrated individuals of all ages and abilities, with nearly 20 awards presented to…
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Leeds Sports Awards
7th March 2025
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Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Leeds Sports Awards

The city of Leeds is gearing up to celebrate its local sporting talent and the often-overlooked heroes who make significant contributions to the community’s athletic spirit. The 22nd Leeds Sports Awards is now accepting nominations, calling upon the public to recognize and honor the achievements of athletes, coaches, and volunteers alike. Scheduled to be…
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Leeds Beckett Students
14th February 2025
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Three Leeds Beckett Students Join England’s Women’s Rugby League Team for Historic Match in Vegas

Three Leeds Beckett University students have been selected to join England’s women’s Rugby League team for a historic match in Las Vegas, marking a significant milestone in the sport’s effort to expand its international presence. Bella Sykes, a second-year PE student and a player for Leeds Rhinos, along with Leeds Beckett alumni Tamzin Renouf…
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The new facilities at refurbished Scott Hall Leisure Centre
3rd January 2025
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Ready for the Future: Scott Hall Leisure Centre Unveils Modernized Gym

Scott Hall Leisure Centre has reopened following significant upgrades to its gym facilities. The gym has undergone a complete refurbishment, featuring new flooring, lighting, and decorations. Additionally, Leeds City Council has invested in cutting-edge equipment, including the latest gym machines for comprehensive workouts and a new interactive mini sled track. The revitalized gym is…
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Leeds Heroes of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics Games
11th October 2024
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Leeds Celebrates 2024 Olympians and Paralympians with Grand Civic Reception

Leeds celebrated its local Heroes of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics with a special civic reception. The event, aimed at recognizing the remarkable achievements of competitors from Leeds and the wider West Yorkshire area on the international sports stage in Paris, was held in the banqueting suite of Leeds Civic Hall. The reception saw…
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The impressive new gym facilities at Rothwell Leisure Centre
16th August 2024
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Leeds Leisure Centre Draws Fitness Enthusiasts with Revamped Gym

Rothwell Leisure Centre in Leeds is poised for a bright future after a significant upgrade to its gym facilities. The gym at Rothwell Leisure Centre has undergone a complete transformation, featuring new flooring, fresh decor, and updated branding. Leeds City Council has enhanced the facility by investing in cutting-edge equipment, including the latest models…
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Leeds City Council's safe and sustainable travel team with Dawn Barrett's sister
12th July 2024
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A Decade Since the Grand Depart: A Weekend of Cycling Celebrations in Leeds

Leeds celebrated in style over the weekend, commemorating the 10th anniversary of Yorkshire’s memorable hosting of the Tour de France Grand Depart. The city’s streets were bustling with activity as hundreds of amateur cyclists participated in the Legacy Ride on Sunday, a mass cycling event marking the significant milestone. On Saturday, City Square was…
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Community sports hub in Holbeck, Leeds
7th June 2024
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Leeds to Gain State-of-the-Art Community Sports Hub at Former School Site

A former school site in Leeds is poised for transformation into a cutting-edge community sports hub. The proposed development, which will occupy the site previously home to Matthew Murray High School in Holbeck, received approval on Thursday, June 6, during a meeting of Leeds City Council’s South and West plans panel. Construction is slated…
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10th May 2024
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Leeds Prepares for a Spectacular Summer of Sports Events

Leeds is gearing up for a summer packed with major sporting events, set to enhance its reputation as one of the UK’s premier sports capitals. Thousands of amateur athletes will participate in various activities, including runs and bike rides, contributing to the city’s rising national and international profile and boosting its economy. Sports enthusiasts…
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Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
26th April 2024
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‘Plan Ahead’ message as city prepares for Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

As Leeds gears up for one of its most significant sporting and fundraising events of the year, residents are encouraged to plan ahead. The second annual Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, in partnership with Clarion, is scheduled for Sunday, May 12, and is expected to draw thousands of runners. Organized by the not-for-profit sporting events…
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The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Al Garthwaite, speaking at the UK Corporate Games 2024 launch event.
9th February 2024
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Champion event kicks off the countdown to UK Corporate Games 2024

Sport and business were celebrated as a perfect match for Leeds as the preparations for this year’s UK Corporate Games kicked off with enthusiasm. Leeds was chosen in September last year to host the 2024 edition of the Games, recognized as Europe’s most extensive multi-sport festival for the corporate sector. The festivities commenced with…
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England squad members (left to right) Josh Butler, Tom Halliwell, Nathan Collins and Wayne Boardman visit the first direct arena in Leeds
3rd November 2023
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Nathan’s home fixture shows Leeds is top of the league for sport

A Leeds sportsman is set for an absolutely smashing weekend as Wheelchair Rugby League takes centre stage in his home city. Nathan Collins was one of the stars of the England wheelchair side that gave the profile of their fast-moving and high-impact sport a huge boost in 2022 when they were crowned its world…
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Woodhouse Moor Park Run
29th September 2023
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Woodhouse Moor to host Leeds’ First Recovery Park Run

Forward Leeds provides support for adults, young people and families needing help with alcohol and drug use in Leeds. Forward Leeds supports adults and young people to make healthy choices about alcohol and drugs. We reduce risk-taking behaviours through dedicated prevention, early intervention and tailored programmes. Our ultimate goal is to support people to…
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UK Corporate Games Leeds
15th September 2023
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UK Corporate Games will show Leeds is the business for sport

Leeds is set to take its place in the national sporting spotlight once again after being confirmed as the host city for the UK Corporate Games 2024. The event is the country’s largest multi-sport festival for businesses, with thousands of competitors from hundreds of companies coming together in a different city each year to…
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