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Kirkgate Market and Leeds’s Market Culture
Kirkgate Market is one of the largest covered markets in Europe. The building opened in 1904 and still sells everything from halal…
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Leeds Stories
Independent recommendations, neighbourhood knowledge and the stories shaping the city.
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Bonfire Night in Leeds: Fireworks and Events
Bonfire Night in Leeds has some brilliant fireworks displays. Here is where to go.
lifestyle
Best Neighbourhoods in Leeds
Leeds neighbourhoods each have their own character. Choose based on actual needs, prices are reasonable across all.
Students
Hangover Food in Leeds: Where to Go
Leeds hangover food guide. Because Saturdays happen.
Seasonal
Bank Holiday Leeds: The Best Things to Do
Bank holidays in Leeds are better than most people expect. Here is how to use one.
Students
Student Gym Guide Leeds
Leeds gym options for students - from university sports centres to budget chains.
Students
Student Cheap Eats in Leeds
Leeds is one of the better student cities for eating cheaply without eating badly.
Seasonal
Valentine’s Day in Leeds: The Best Ideas
Valentine's Day in Leeds done properly. Here are the best ideas.
lifestyle
Best Gyms in Leeds
From 24-hour budget training to premium club facilities - the gyms in Leeds actually worth joining.
Seasonal
Easter Weekend in Leeds: What to Do
Easter weekend in Leeds offers more than most people expect.
lifestyle
Student Guide to Leeds
Leeds is student city. Three universities, 70,000+ students, proper infrastructure for student living.
Seasonal
Summer in Leeds: Parks, Festivals and What to Do
Leeds in summer is a different city. Here is how to use it.
Students
University of Leeds vs Leeds Beckett: The Campus Guide
Two universities, one city. Here is the honest breakdown.
Students
Student Nightlife in Leeds: The Complete Guide
Leeds nightlife is one of the best in the country for students. Here is how to use it properly.
Stories
Kirkgate Market: The Heart of Leeds Since 1822
Kirkgate Market has been operating for two centuries. It's survived wars, economic collapse, and shopping mall competition. Here's why it still matters.
Students
Best Student Bars in Leeds
Leeds student bars go well beyond the union. Here are the ones worth knowing.
lifestyle
Moving to Leeds: The Honest Guide
Moving to Leeds is straightforward: affordable, good food, good culture, proper city without pretence.
Students
Best Coffee Shops for Studying in Leeds
Where to study in Leeds outside the library. The honest guide.