North Studio Leeds – a gym with a touch of class

North Studio is a ‘boutique wellness space’ in Roundhay, North Leeds. The studio offers a range of group classes and sessions for people of all abilities. I headed over to North Studio bright and early on Wednesday morning to take part in a 7am Run and Build workout, a combination of two of the studio’s […]

Harewood House Great British Food Festival

The Great British Food festival was at Harewood House for a four day extravaganza this June bank holiday weekend. In addition to good food and great music, the event enabled people from across the region to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee in a right regal setting. I visited the Food Festival in Roundhay Park recently, and […]

Sketch Club Leeds: drawing with a view

Sketch Club Leeds is a community of people who love to draw and create. It was founded during the COVID-19 lockdown by Leeds artists with a passion for urban landscapes. The founders are on social media under the handles of ‘artbyarjo’ and ‘biroguyleeds’. Since its launch, Sketch Club Leeds has held over 10 events in […]

Leeds Wood Recycling – More Than It Seems

Leeds Wood Recycling is a social enterprise based in Hunslet, South Leeds. It offers an ethical, cost effective and convenient wood collection service as well as volunteer training opportunities, support for marginalised people and a wood shop. I cycled over to the Leeds Wood Recycling workshop this weekend for an introductory planter making workshop. I […]

North Leeds Food and Drink Festival returns to Roundhay Park 14 and 15 May

It is such a sunny Saturday today, which makes the return of the North Leeds Food and Drink Festival at Roundhay Park all the more enjoyable. What a bonus! The Festival boasts a range of international street food options, artisanal markets, cookery demonstrations, a funfair and open air music from local artists. I’ve been at […]