A shortlist of nominees who have helped change the lives of children in Leeds has been revealed as the prestigious Child Friendly Leeds Awards get set for a futuristic return. Taking place for the first time since 2020, the awards will be held on July 5 at the City Varieties Music Hall, with a…
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The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is confirmed to visit Leeds during its final journey through England this summer, as the full route is revealed. Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Games.…
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The public are invited to show their support for The 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (4PARA) as they march through the streets of Leeds this weekend (26 March) to exercise their right to the freedom of the city. Saturday will bring together 4PARA, past, present and future as they take part in a freedom…
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Skaters in Leeds will be taking to the ice this Christmas when Millennium Square hosts the city’s coolest attraction over the festive season. For the very first time, the hugely popular Ice Cube will be on the square in the lead up to Christmas along with a programme of seasonal family fun and a…
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Leeds City Council and Visit Leeds, the destination management organisation for the city of Leeds, is gearing up to its biggest and most eagerly anticipated Christmas to date, with the launch of a festive programme of events, new installations and experiences happening across the city. Leeds Winter Favourites will inspire residents and visitors to…
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The arts and culture sector in Leeds is set for a significant post-COVID recovery boost thanks to successful bids for important grant funding.…
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Stars of stage, sport and screen will join residents from all across Leeds for the city’s first ever virtual Christmas lights switch-on which will premiere on December 2. The exciting line-up for the online seasonal showpiece has been revealed and features a vibrant mix of chart-topping musical artists, talented local acts, classical and theatrical…
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