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Call-out for talented youngsters for Breeze auditions
A great opportunity for talented young people in Leeds is on offer at the public auditions for the 10th Breeze has Talent competition which...
New approaches to social care showcased at marketplace event
Visitors to Kirkgate Market next Wednesday can get their shopping and thanks to a one-day marketplace event, also find out about social care support...
Leeds to mark Armed Forces Day with feast of family-fun activities and events
The courage, dedication and commitment of personnel serving in the British Armed Forces will be recognised in Leeds later this month as part of...
Chance to grab a fleece of the action as Wool Fest returns to Armley
The wonderful world of wool will take centre stage as Leeds Industrial Museum hosts the spectacular Leeds Wool Festival this weekend.
The event, now in its...
Vintage Fair for vintage fare at Leeds Kirkgate Market
Visitors to Leeds Kirkgate Market will be able to encounter a fair to delight all vintage collectors and admirers alike.
On the first Saturday of...
Lotherton’s fabulous food festival returns
A fabulous feast of food and drink will return to Lotherton later this month as the estate prepares to host its second annual food...
Full steam ahead for St George’s Day dragon hunt
Little dragon hunters can follow in the footsteps of St George this weekend as Lotherton celebrates the most patriotic day of the year.
The Aberford...
Don’t miss out on Lord Mayor’s Golf Day next month
Golfers of all abilities will have the chance next month to line-up as a team and aim for the top of the leaderboard, as...
Thwaite Fete to welcome visitors for Easter extravaganza
One of the city’s most picture perfect attractions will be welcoming visitors to a spectacular new Easter showpiece next weekend.
Thwaite Mills in Stourton will...
Enjoy the delights of Leeds Museums and Galleries this Easter
A feast of family-fun activities and events are set to light up Leeds Museums and Galleries this Easter.
Fans of Alice in Wonderland are in...
Leeds Children’s Mayor spreads the Kind Minds Mission
Schools across the city are being encouraged to spread the message of kindness throughout their communities, by the Leeds Children’s Mayor.
As part of her...
Creative pupils let their pens do the talking
Pupils who have been taking part in a creative writing competition will be awarded for their poetic and literary efforts at a civic ceremony...
House’s new transforming desk is more than meets the eye
It could well be the world’s oldest and most beautifully made Transformer.
And next week, visitors can get an up close look Temple Newsam’s magnificent...
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a Zumba Dance party at Trinity Leeds
A special celebration of Zumba is to be held at Trinity Leeds to celebrate International Women’s Day.
Women of all ages are being offered the...
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Only one week left to claim 30 hours childcare from September
Leeds parents are being warned they could miss out on the 30 hours early education entitlement from September if they do not apply for...
Young people given opportunity to plan prestigious annual event
Child Friendly Leeds is encouraging young people, aged 11 to 19 years (or 25 with additional needs), to apply to be part of the...
2023 case study- The Brownlee brothers
They’re the Leeds Olympic heroes who’ve made history on some of the biggest sporting stages in the world. Now Leeds’s triathlete brothers Jonny and...
A Level success for Leeds students
Young people in Leeds are celebrating receiving their A-level results today. Over 2900 Leeds pupils received their grades today and should all be proud...
Spectacular display set to throw new light on the story of Leeds
A dramatic new projection capturing the spirit, history and heritage of Leeds will illuminate one of the city’s most famous buildings when Light Night...
Applications now open for Leeds secondary school places
Parents across Leeds are being reminded to get their applications in for their child’s secondary school place for next September.
Although it is only early...
2023 case study- Corinne Bailey Rae
As a two-time Grammy Award winner who’s sold out arenas worldwide, Corinne Bailey Rae has already helped Leeds go global.
Now, fresh off a show-stopping...
Object of the week- Lord Mayor’s penny
Ninety years ago, the Lord Mayor of Leeds and his wife became the first people to walk through doors of Abbey House Museum in...
Linton Bridge reopening date revealed
Leeds City Council has confirmed the much-anticipated date Linton Bridge will reopen next month following the completion of an extensive repair project.
The grade II-listed...
Seaside fun returns as City Beach officially opens this weekend
The great outdoor atmosphere of a visit to the beach will be available right in the heart of the city centre from this Saturday...
Discover the delights of ‘Amazing Animals’ at Temple Newsam Home Farm
A wonderful array of exotic animals and birds are once again set to take centre stage at a popular Leeds farm next week.
Held from...
Statement on Leeds Festival Drug Testing
A Leeds City Council spokesperson said: “Leeds City Council did not refuse to support drugs testing facilities being made available at this year’s Leeds...
New parking enforcement measures to increase safety around schools
To increase safety around schools in time for the new school year, Leeds City Council is introducing new measures to tackle parking near schools...
Leeds Museums and Galleries object of the week- Giant squid model
Staring down imposingly from above the store entrance at Leeds Discovery Centre, this giant monster of the deep is one of the more bizarre...
Paving stone unveiled in honour of First World War hero in Hunslet
A unique tribute has been unveiled this week to a First World War soldier from Hunslet who was awarded a Victoria Cross (VC) for...