The Music House Christmas Special: 14 December
A brief visit, but so worthwhile! We took two of our children to the Music House Christmas Special, and it was magical from start to finish. The place was absolutely packed, buzzing with excitement as people gathered to hear a variety of talented musicians take the stage. Among them were the ever-cool Solar Jets and […]
Trinity Leeds: New Names in Time For Christmas Shopping
New retailers are joining the line-up at Trinity Leeds as the festive season gets in full swing. Popular boba tea brand CUPP has announced it will open a permanent store at the shopping centre on 13 December, with special launch offers – 100 free drinks for the first 100 customers, 50% off for the rest of the day and […]
Simon on The Streets Christmas Appeal
‘I’m not just homeless; I’m lonely.’ There are many reasons someone might be lonely at Christmas – bereavement, family breakdowns, distance. But for someone experiencing homelessness, it can feel as though they’re totally invisible. This is only exaggerated when it comes to ‘the most wonderful time of the year’, when people should be with friends and loved ones at home and not out in the cold. […]
British Army Band Catterick: ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ – at Morley Town Hall on 6 December
In the whirlwind of the festive season, there’s something magical about stumbling across a brass band—they always seem to appear just when you need them most. This time, though, I sought one out deliberately, attending The Spirit of Christmas at Morley Town Hall on a Friday night. My 21-year-old self would have been horrified at […]
Jack and the Beanstalk – At City Varieties Music Hall Until 12 January.
If you’re looking for a Christmas pantomime to attend, this production of Jack and the Beanstalk is one that shouldn’t be missed. It was everything I wanted out of a show and more. From start to finish, I had a smile on my face and hadn’t laughed that hard in ages. The classic fairy tale […]
