Live at Leeds on 14 October Part 2 – With New Pics!
This was my first experience of Live at Leeds. I knew from what I’d heard that I’d be in for a real treat – and I was not disappointed! The whole City had a buzz about it. People were travelling from all over to be part of the thriving music scene in Leeds this lovely […]
Live at Leeds in The City on 14 October Part 1
Leeds was transformed into a colosseum of music, as renowned music venues across the City dedicated themselves for the day (and night) to the latest and hottest rising stars in British music. It could not have been better – the atmosphere was electric, with enthusiasm abuzz regardless of the hour. As I heard many times […]
The Libraries in Leeds Festival – Until 9 September
Leeds has a rich library heritage. The Libraries in Leeds Festival celebrates the fifty libraries that call Leeds home, including Leed’s 34 public libraries, The Leeds Library (Britain’s oldest operational subscription library) and British Library North. The inaugural Festival has enabled the various libraries: academic, public, health and specialist to connect, with each other and […]
Leeds International Festival of Ideas 2023: at Leeds Playhouse 27 – 30 September
In a welcome return to the City, LeedsBID’s annual event will once again bring diverse guest speakers and hosts to explore thought-provoking and hot topics. Taking to two stages at the Playhouse will be 39 speakers, 11 events and new host Jon Sopel. Jon will also lead the panel for ‘Who Does Our Political System […]
My LEEDS Summer: Roundhay World Music & World Food Festival
This was one of the 33 community arts events, one for each ward in the City, that are happening to celebrate Leeds Year of Culture 2023. Leeds has had regular events that feature music and food from different communities. Some, such as Carnival and Chinese New Year, continue. Others, such as Mela, have fallen by […]
