Silk-Making Exhibition: The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery Until 24 August
A new display at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery, University of Leeds, explores the ingenious process of silk production, weaving and trade through historic paintings, textiles, books – and the silkworm’s cocoon, where the magic begins. The temporary display, From Cocoon to Loom: Picturing the Chinese Silk Trade, runs until 24 August. At its […]
Monopoly Leeds Takeover Hands Out 40,000 Maps During First Weekend
This unique city-wide experience promises an unforgettable summer adventure for families and fans of the iconic board game. From now until 1 September, Leeds City Centre transforms into a live-action MONOPOLY board, offering immersive gameplay and interactive fun for all ages. Experience the Magic of MONOPOLY in Leeds Brought to life by LeedsBID and Welcome […]
Alzheimer’s Society Leeds Memory Walk 2024: at Temple Newsam on 28 September
Alzheimer’s Society’s Leeds Memory Walk is back for 2024, with thousands of supporters set to take part this year, and Leeds is just one of the 26 locations across England, Wales and Northern Ireland where people will be walking for a brighter future, a future free from dementia. The Leeds walk, to be held at […]
Otley Common: a Community Hub in the Making
Volunteers are working hard to transform the historic Otley Methodist Church building into Otley Common, a vibrant cultural, entrepreneurial and social space for the community to meet, work and play. The project came about as the result of a shared concern over the continuing loss of community assets in the Otley area and the alarm […]
Victoria Leeds Installs Rainbow Art for Pride 2024
A striking and colourful glass installation, Reflections of Love, has been officially unveiled at Victoria Leeds as part of the City’s Leeds Pride celebrations. The Reflections of Love installation was revealed at a star-studded event held in Victoria Quarter at The Ivy, to mark the launch of Leeds Pride 2024, which will take place on […]
