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Drighlington A.R.L.F.C. won Community Club of the Year. Picture- SWPix.com

5th June 2026

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Leeds Sporting Excellence Celebrated at 2026 Sports Awards

Sporting stars, rising talent and unsung heroes were celebrated as the Leeds Sports Awards returned to the Carriageworks Theatre for an evening honouring the people who make a lasting contribution to sport across the city. Organised by Sport Leeds and Leeds City Council, the annual awards recognise achievements at every level, from elite competition…

The Grand Départs of the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

24th April 2026

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Leeds communities to take centre stage as Grand Départ route details revealed

Leeds communities are set to be placed firmly in the sporting spotlight after new details were revealed about the city’s role in the 2027 Grand Départ of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. The city was confirmed in January as the host location for the start of stage one of the world’s biggest…

1st November 2016

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Statement from Leeds City Council Leader Cllr Judith Blake regarding second gold medal at Rio Paralympics for Hannah Cockroft

The Leader of Leeds City Council, Councillor Judith Blake said: “We would like to offer our massive congratulations once again to Hannah, who this evening in setting a new world record time claimed her second gold medal in Rio, this time in the 400m T34. “Hannah is a truly outstanding athlete and role model and…

1st November 2016

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Statement from Leeds City Council Leader Cllr Judith Blake regarding second gold medal at Rio Paralympics for Kadeena Cox

Statement from Leeds City Council Leader Councillor Judith Blake regarding second gold medal at Rio Paralympics for Kadeena Cox. “What more can we say about the performances of Leeds and Chapeltown’s Kadeena Cox, who today has won her second gold medal at the Paralympic Games, setting a new world record in the 400 T38.…

1st November 2016

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‘Rio Heroes’ signing up quickly to Yorkshire homecoming parade in Leeds

A host of athletes have already added their names to the list of attendees set to take part in a very special ‘Rio Heroes’ homecoming parade in Leeds this month celebrating the achievements of Yorkshire Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Held on Wednesday 28 September from late afternoon, the people of Yorkshire will be able…

1st November 2016

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Double gold celebrations as Kadeena Cox and Hannah Cockroft triumph at Paralympics

Leeds City Council Leader Councillor Judith Blake has congratulated athletes Hannah Cockroft and Kadeena Cox on their Paralympics gold medals. She said: “What an incredible night for two astoundingly talented athletes of whom Leeds couldn’t be prouder. First we had Hannah’s fabulous triumph- she’s an incredible athlete and to win a third Paralympic gold…

31st October 2016

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Good luck message from Leader of Leeds City Council to Team GB athletes at Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

Councillor Judith Blake, leader of Leeds City Council said: “We would like to wish Team GB and all our Leeds and Yorkshire athletes the very best of luck in the Rio Paralympic Games. “We cannot wait to see them perform on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages, and as always all of our…

31st October 2016

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Celebration of disability sport to take centre stage on Millennium Square this Saturday

A carnival of disability sport is set to take over a popular city centre square this Saturday to celebrate the beginning of the Paralympic Games in Rio. Held from 12-4pm on Saturday 10 September, those in attendance can enjoy a range of disability and Paralympics sports for free on Millennium Square as part of…

31st October 2016

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Date confirmed for special Yorkshire homecoming parade to celebrate Olympic and Paralympic heroes

The amazing achievements of Yorkshire Olympic and Paralympic athletes in Rio will be celebrated in style later this month as part of a special Yorkshire homecoming parade in Leeds. In what promises to be an unforgettable occasion, the people of Yorkshire will have the chance to welcome back their heroes in an event to…

31st October 2016

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Free swimming sessions on offer at council leisure centres this Saturday to honour Team GB success

Leeds City Council leisure centres across the city will be marking Team GB’s amazing Olympic success in Rio this Saturday by offering free swimming sessions at selected times. People of all ages will be able to take advantage of the offer on Saturday 27 August, which forms part of the council’s support for the…

31st October 2016

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Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Cllr Judith Blake regarding Nicola Adams gold medal

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “We would like to offer our congratulations to Leeds boxer Nicola Adams on the amazing achievement of claiming gold in Rio and becoming a double Olympic champion. “Nicola is a truly outstanding role model and ambassador for the city of Leeds and this success is…

31st October 2016

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Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake, regarding Brownlee brothers’ medal success in Olympic triathlon event

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “What more can be said about the amazing achievements of Alistair and Jonny, who again have enjoyed medal winning success in the Olympic triathlon event. “We are so proud and fortunate to have in Alistair and Jonny not just two unbelievable athletes, but also people…

31st October 2016

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Comment on Olympic gold medal success of Leeds rower Paul Bennett

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “Congratulations to Paul Bennett from Leeds for winning Olympic gold in the men’s eight rowing. Following on from being world champions for the last two years, it was fantastic to see Paul and his teammates prove again they are best in the world in the…

31st October 2016

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Comment on Olympic gold medal success of City of Leeds divers Jack Laugher and Chris Mears

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “Massive congratulations to our City of Leeds divers Jack Laugher and Chris Mears for their stunning and historic Olympic gold medal success for Team GB tonight. They put in a fantastic performance and their wonderful achievement is testament to the superb diving facilities at the…

31st October 2016

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Leader of Leeds City Council wishes Team GB athletes luck at Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Councillor Judith Blake, leader of Leeds City Council said: “We’re incredibly proud that once again Leeds has such a strong presence at the Olympics, which will make the Games all the more exciting for us cheering on the athletes from home. “Competitors from Leeds have always been full of praise for the tremendous support…

29th October 2016

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Leeds gets into gear with second bike library

Residents in the Chapeltown area will be able to jump on a bike for free, thanks to a new ‘bike library’ at the local community hub. Leeds City Council is launching the second of its Yorkshire Bank Bike Libraries at the Reginald Centre Community Hub on 27 July at 4.30pm. The first bike library…

29th October 2016

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Leeds councillors to consider £4million grant for Headingley Stadium redevelopment

Senior councillors in Leeds will consider a request to contribute £4million to a redevelopment of Headingley Stadium to secure continued international cricket at the world-famous venue at a meeting next week. At the meeting to be held at Civic Hall on 27 July, the council’s executive board will debate a request by Yorkshire County…

29th October 2016

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Young people offered opportunity to discover magic of golf at Temple Newsam

Youngsters will have the chance to hone and develop their golf skills at a specially designed six-hole pitch and putt course at a public golf club. Open until September 5, 2016, young people aged 16 and under can for £2, can test their mettle with friends on the short course at Leeds City Council…

29th October 2016

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Sky Ride returns to Leeds

Cyclists of all ages will have the chance to leisurely take in the sights of some of Leeds’ most iconic city centre landmarks as part of the popular Sky Ride event on Sunday 17 July. The free event, which will take place between 10am – 3pm, allows thousands of cyclists of all ages and…

29th October 2016

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Lord Mayor to take on double challenge at Leeds 10k in aid of his chosen charities

The Lord Mayor Councillor Gerry Harper is aiming to complete a unique double at this Sunday’s Asda Foundation Leeds 10k. Not only will the Lord Mayor be officially starting the event as has become tradition, he will then be lacing up his trainers and taking on the course himself to raise money for his…

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Leeds Sporting Excellence Celebrated at 2026 Sports Awards

Leeds communities to take centre stage as Grand Départ route details revealed

Statement from Leeds City Council Leader Cllr Judith Blake regarding second gold medal at Rio Paralympics for Hannah Cockroft

Statement from Leeds City Council Leader Cllr Judith Blake regarding second gold medal at Rio Paralympics for Kadeena Cox

‘Rio Heroes’ signing up quickly to Yorkshire homecoming parade in Leeds

Double gold celebrations as Kadeena Cox and Hannah Cockroft triumph at Paralympics

Good luck message from Leader of Leeds City Council to Team GB athletes at Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

Celebration of disability sport to take centre stage on Millennium Square this Saturday

Date confirmed for special Yorkshire homecoming parade to celebrate Olympic and Paralympic heroes

Free swimming sessions on offer at council leisure centres this Saturday to honour Team GB success

Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Cllr Judith Blake regarding Nicola Adams gold medal

Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake, regarding Brownlee brothers’ medal success in Olympic triathlon event

Comment on Olympic gold medal success of Leeds rower Paul Bennett

Comment on Olympic gold medal success of City of Leeds divers Jack Laugher and Chris Mears

Leader of Leeds City Council wishes Team GB athletes luck at Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Leeds gets into gear with second bike library

Leeds councillors to consider £4million grant for Headingley Stadium redevelopment

Young people offered opportunity to discover magic of golf at Temple Newsam

Sky Ride returns to Leeds

Lord Mayor to take on double challenge at Leeds 10k in aid of his chosen charities

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