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ABDC volunteers
22nd November 2025
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Impact of Leeds’ ABCD Programme Highlighted in New Six-Year Review

A comprehensive new review has showcased the significant and growing impact of Leeds’ pioneering Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) programme over a six-year period, revealing powerful outcomes for residents and neighbourhoods across the city. Published this month, A review of ABCD in Leeds Pathfinder Sites (2019–2025): A six-year journey from seeds to trees brings together…
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Kath Harrison and her daughter Helen Shippin
14th November 2025
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Carriageworks Theatre Marks 20 Years of Family Ties

An inseparable mum-and-daughter duo who have worked side by side in local theatre for almost 30 years have offered a rare glimpse behind the scenes of a much-loved Leeds venue as it celebrates a major milestone. Kath Harrison and her daughter Helen Shippin are key members of the dedicated costume and backstage team at…
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Plant Dreaming exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery
14th November 2025
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Nature’s Wonders Take Root in New Gallery Show

Stunning depictions of the natural world by leading contemporary artists invite visitors to see our relationship with plants in a new light in a major new exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery. Plant Dreaming delves into imaginative, alternative perspectives on plants, fungi and the deep connections that bind our planet together. Bringing together work by…
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Doris's mural has been created by artist Alexandra Elstone
26th September 2025
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New Murals Celebrate Leeds’ Sporting Heroes

Vibrant new murals honouring some of Leeds’s greatest sporting heroes, past and present, have been unveiled in communities across the city. Created by talented local artists, the striking artworks celebrate the achievements of athletes ranging from a record-breaking swimmer to a Paralympic legend. Each mural’s subject was selected by a panel of volunteers working…
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Light Night Leeds
26th September 2025
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Light Night Leeds Returns This October with Dazzling Illuminated Artworks

This October, Leeds will be transformed by a dazzling display of illuminated artworks as the spectacular Light Night Leeds returns. On October 23 and 24, the city’s most recognisable buildings and public spaces will be lit up with imaginative creations from artists around the world, drawing thousands of visitors to the cultural showcase. Centred…
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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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Siblings Elizabeth and Edward feature in a striking portrait dating from around 1740.
26th September 2025
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Leeds Event Explores the Cringeworthy Clothing of Childhoods Past

Children’s fashion faux pas from centuries past will take centre stage at a special event in Leeds, shining a spotlight on the awkward and often amusing outfits young people have been made to wear throughout history. Hosted at Lotherton, the talk invites visitors to explore the enduring tradition of dressing children like miniature adults,…
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Councillor Jess Lennox, Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing, at Doris Storey House.
26th September 2025
4 mins read

New Council Housing Development Honours Leeds Swimming Champion Doris Storey

A new council housing scheme in Seacroft is delivering high-quality affordable homes while also celebrating the legacy of a local sporting hero. The Leeds City Council development on Brooklands Avenue has transformed a former brownfield site into a community of 25 one-bedroom apartments alongside eight two and three-bedroom houses. In a special tribute, the…
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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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Charlotte and Matthew Harrison, who tied the knot in Temple Newsam House’s stunning Picture Gallery.
16th May 2025
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Historic Love Story Comes Full Circle as Couple Marries in Temple Newsam House’s Picture Gallery

When Charlotte and Matthew Harrison exchanged their vows in the magnificent Picture Gallery of Temple Newsam House, they became part of a romance that spanned more than a century. Their historic wedding marked the first marriage ceremony held in the strikingly beautiful gallery in over 100 years. The Picture Gallery, initially designed centuries ago…
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Butler's Pantry Temple Newsam
27th April 2025
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Mansion Exhibition Unveils the Butler’s Unique Perspective

A fascinating new exhibition at Temple Newsam House in Leeds is offering visitors a rare glimpse into life behind the scenes of a grand English estate. Titled ‘The Butler’s View’, the exhibition has carefully restored the historic Butler’s Pantry, revealing the vital role that servants and staff played in maintaining the house’s grandeur for…
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Active Leeds
27th April 2025
1 min read

Reusable Period Products Now Available at Leeds Leisure Centres

Leeds leisure centres are taking an important step towards promoting sustainability and breaking down barriers to physical activity by offering free reusable period products to visitors and staff. Through a partnership between Active Leeds and the period poverty charity Freedom 4 Girls, centres across the city will be distributing a range of sustainable options…
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NikNak
27th April 2025
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Innovative Performance Set to Reimagine Graphic Novel Classic

Leeds is set to host an innovative performance that blends the powerful storytelling of graphic novels with orchestral music and electronic soundscapes. The groundbreaking event, scheduled to premiere at Testbed in Hunslet, will offer audiences a fresh and immersive take on Octavia Butler’s acclaimed graphic novel adaptation, ‘Parable of the Sower’. The performance, titled…
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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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Children's Fancy Fashion- A Historical Journey
7th March 2025
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New Exhibition Unveils the Rich History of Children’s Fancy Fashion

A new exhibition delving into the intricate and colorful history of children’s fashion has opened its doors, inviting visitors to explore a realm of pinnies, petticoats, booties, and breeches. Titled ‘Children’s Fancy Fashion: A Historical Journey’, the showcase presents a fascinating look at how young ones have been dressed through the centuries, from the…
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The collection also includes slides containing spiders and insects from around the world, carefully preserved more than a century ago.
14th February 2025
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Ancient Egyptian Bread Crumb Unearthed in Leeds Museum’s Collection of Miniature Artifacts

In an intriguing discovery, a minute crumb of bread dating back thousands of years has been unearthed within the Leeds Museum’s extensive collection of miniature artifacts. This ancient fragment, ensconced among the museum’s treasures, offers a unique glimpse into the culinary past of ancient Egypt. The bread crumb, believed to be approximately 3,000 years…
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Neighbourhood Networks
9th February 2025
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Leeds Secures Funding for Vital Neighbourhood Networks to Support Older Residents

Leeds City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its elderly population by securing funding for the vital neighbourhood networks that cater to older residents. These networks, instrumental in connecting and supporting the elderly within their communities, have been a foundational part of Leeds’s social fabric since their inception…
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