Guide to the history of cricket in Leeds
Written by Richard Smyth
Cricket at Headingley Carnegie stadium. Photo attribution: Rich Jacques
Headingley cricket ground – officially the Headingley Carnegie cricket ground, these days – has been at the heart of Yorkshire cricket since 1891. Yorkshire still play most of their home games there (when they’re not off at...
Walk around the Leeds sculpture trail
Written by Richard Smyth
Mirrored balls sculpture at Clarence Dock Photo attribution: Stephen Bowler
West Yorkshire sculpture has been given a great boost this year with the opening of the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield, just a fifteen minute train-ride from the centre of Leeds. The Hepworth has had the London art media flocking...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Written by Danny Pugsley
Views of Granary Wharf and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Located near to the Granary Wharf development and overlooking the waterfront, a short ten minute walk takes you right into the heart of the City Centre, making the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre one of the premier...
Riverside views at 42 The Calls hotel
Written by Danny Pugsley
One of the boutique rooms at 42 The Calls hotel
42 The Calls, once an 18th century corn mill but now open its current guise for nigh on 20 years, is a 4 star luxury boutique townhouse hotel located a short walk from the city’s train station and situated in an enviable position in the centre of...
The Bankhouse Inn restaurant review
Written by Darren Cronian
The Bankhouse Inn is a nice leisurely walk from Pudsey Park; the beer garden has fantastic panoramic views over the valley to Tong and beyond. When the sunshine is out it is the perfect place to go and relax on a Sunday afternoon and more important for families is that the pub is child friendly.
Bankhouse...
Great places to visit in Yorkshire this summer
Written by Carol Ferndale
Buttercup fields in the scenic Yorkshire Dales. Photo attribution: Jonathan Bliss
One of the really good things about Leeds is that, given its modest size, within half an hour or less you can be out in open countryside, and other interesting places are only a short journey away by car, train or bus....
Places to go for take away food in Leeds
Written by Laura Stimpson
Outside of Salt’s Deli in the Light
If you’re bored of that same mundane sandwich or salad you usually take to work for your lunch, or you are a tourist in need of a quick lunch to make the most of your sightseeing time in Leeds, you’ve come to the right place. Leeds has a wealth of wonderful...
Best sweet shops for a treat in Leeds
Written by Laura Stimpson
Inside Bon bon’s in Thorntons Arcade
Whether it be a fashionable cupcake, handmade chocolates or some old school candy, Leeds city centre has an abundance of sweet treats on offer to satisfy your sweet tooth or act as the perfect present for a loved one. Here are a few of the best places in Leeds...
Best places for fabulous sunsets in Leeds
Written by Carol Ferndale
Beautiful Otley Chevin sunset. Photo attribution: Tom Blackwell
The blaze of colour of a wonderful sunset is one of the memorable things about summer, and Leeds is not short of tranquil and beautiful spots where you can relax in the evening and watch the sun go down. Here are the best places for fabulous...
Bars with river views in Leeds
Written by Hannah Roberts
Riverside view of Calls Landing. Photo attribution: Gilly Bean.
With summer finally here, why not take the time to peruse some of Leeds’ finest riverside establishments. All the bars that have been chosen are within a short distance of each other. This is the perfect opportunity to wile away a lazy...
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Recommended Leeds Hotels
- Jury's Inn – great riverside location.
- – near the Leeds train station.
- – great central location in Leeds.
- – stylish city centre hotel.
- – located within the Light.
- Roomzzz City - trendy city aparthotel.
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