First direct bank arena in 2026… The Darkness, Dermot Kennedy and Lily Allen
New tour dates were today announced by singing sensation Dermot Kennedy, global megastar Lily Allen and revered rock legends The Darkness. Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Dermot Kennedy today announced his largest headline tour to date for May and June 2026. The landmark tour will see Dermot play at first direct bank arena on 02 June 2026. The […]
India Bistro Opens First UK Branch in Chapel Allerton
Renowned Dubai restaurant India Bistro is to make its UK debut with a flagship opening in Leeds. The UAE and India-based restaurant brand India Bistro is set to open in Chapel Allerton this month and promises to be a vibrant destination, with authentic Indian dishes and bold cocktails, all infused with modern innovation. India Bistro […]
Opera North & Shadwell Opera Present The World Premiere of The Devil’s Den
Howard Assembly Room, Leeds on Saturday 15 November 2025, at 3pm and 6pm. Opera North joins forces with the award-winning young company Shadwell Opera to present the world premiere of The Devil’s Den, an extraordinary new opera by Isabella Gellis – a bold, atmospheric work rooted in English folklore, ritual and superstition. This is the first opera ever to feature a live Morris Dancing […]
House of Koko is Opening in The City Centre
The much-loved independent café brand, House of Koko is coming to Leeds city centre this week with the opening of its third venue. House of Koko has been a fixture of Leeds’ café culture since 2015. Known for its Middle Eastern–inspired menus, exceptional coffee and design-led spaces, the new venue marks the next chapter for […]
MUTTON – at Leeds Central Library on 13 November
MUTTON is the new play from Leeds theatre company Brave Words, exploring the rise and fall of the Yorkshire Witch. ‘Prophecy, poison and poultry’ It’s 1809. Mary Bateman is about to be hung for witchcraft and murder. Her career of crime has included fake identities, magic charms, poisoned pudding, a holy hen, drunk watchmen and – of course […]
