Keep fit at these gyms in Leeds
Written by Danny Pugsley
Inside the Pure gym in Leeds city centre
Christmas may fast be becoming a fading memory but studies show that regular exercise can help stimulate positive thoughts and feelings: ideal as many of us want to make a change to our lifestyle and be healthier in 2012. Wherever you are based in and around...
Searching for the best chinese food in Leeds
Written by Danny Pugsley
Inside Red Chilli chinese restaurant in Electric Press
Leeds may not quite attract the attention that Manchester’s Chinatown area does when it comes to Chinese restaurants, but this should in no way detract from the fact that here in Leeds there are many restaurants that more than stand comparison...
History of Leeds: Life in medieval Leeds
Written by Richard Smyth
The prosperity of mediaeval Leeds was largely dependent on two things you don’t tend to see around the city much these days: sheep, and Cistercian monks. (Of course, there were even more outlandish things than that to be found wandering around the region if you’re prepared to go back a few thousand...
Tour around the Light in Leeds
Written by Rosie Driver
Inside the Light Leeds. Photos kindly taken by: Joe Stenson
The Light is a great place for eating out, shopping and enjoying some entertainment. Situated at the top end of town there is plenty of car parking as well as somewhere to stay at the Radisson Blu hotel. Lots of events happen within the building...
The Olive Tree Greek Restaurant Headingley
Written by Carol Ferndale
Inside the Olive Tree Greek restaurant in Leeds
I have fond memories of holidays in Greece: as well as the sheer impressiveness of the Parthenon and the sunwashed beauty of the many small islands, another thing that lingers in my memory is the loveliness of the food, with memories of eating stuffed...
Night out at the Howard Assembly Room
Written by Richard Smyth
Inside the Howard Assembly Room. Photo credit: Richard Moran
On one side of New Briggate stands a gaudy slew of fried-chicken and kebab outlets. On the other side, in stark contrast, stands the dramatic façade of the Grand Theatre, a fifty-metre-long array of Gothic arches and Romanesque flourishes...
Ideas for halal dining in Leeds
Written by Mubashir Mian
Tampopo – Leeds pan-asian restaurant
Leeds has attracted chefs from all parts of the world over the years, this has led to a wide range of cuisine based on dietary requirements. Food originating from the Indian subcontinent is amongst the most visible and provides the widest options for Halal...
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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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