By Liz Coggins on July 23, 2025
Family

Children and young people can look forward to fun times in the great outdoors as Leeds’s annual Breeze In The Park entertainment programme returns for another summer. Organised by Leeds City Council, the roadshow-style programme will see a total of 26 low-cost play days taking place in local communities over the next month. Each event […]
By Liz Coggins on July 23, 2025
Food & Drink

It may be hot outside but the coolest ticket for summer dining is at The Ivy. Whether you choose to sit outside on the terrace or go inside in the beautifully cool interior The Ivy is still the very best in town to enjoy a taste of summer. Enter through the heavy wood doors and […]
By Liz Coggins on July 21, 2025
Events

. Leeds is getting its own seaside resort this summer, complete with beach huts, a pier and a fairground. Lotherton’s grounds have been transformed for the summer holidays with their new installation which will run from 19 July until 31 August. A Lotherton Summer Holiday invites the entire family to come and enjoy the beach […]
By Liz Coggins on July 18, 2025
Events

If you’ve never seen Kynren then its high time you took a trip to Bishop Auckland to witness this spectacular epic tale of England. Over the decades I have seen many historical pageants far and wide – but this beats them all! To say its spectacular is an understatement – this is live action theatre […]
By Liz Coggins on July 18, 2025
Theatre

Following a triumphant win for Best Musical Revival at this year’s Olivier Awards – as well as Best Set Design and Best Sound Design – the critically acclaimed production of Fiddler on the Roof, comes to Leeds Grand Theatre from Mon 28 July to Sat 2 August in what is set to be the theatre […]
By Liz Coggins on July 9, 2025
Travel

Nestling on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors is a haven of peace and tranquillity Gisborough Hall. As you journey up the drive and experience your first view of this wonderful country house hideaway hotel you feel a wonderful sense of stepping into a piece of history. The estate dates back to around 1570 […]
By Liz Coggins on July 3, 2025
Film

This August, the enchanting Vrijthof Square will serve as the stage for André Rieu’s concert of the year Waltz the Night Away, in his hometown of Maastricht. As I’m sure you are aware, André Rieu’s annual Maastricht concerts are renowned worldwide for their grandeur and musical spectacle and this year will mark 25 years since André began performing in Vrijthof Square with his illustrious […]
By Liz Coggins on July 3, 2025
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A power-packed line-up of music coming to the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford this July. From The Magic Of The Beatles and Sky Full Of Stars – A Tribute to Coldplay, to Radio GaGa – The Ultimate Tribute To Queen and Simon & Garfunkel – Through The Years, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Magic […]
By Liz Coggins on July 1, 2025
Theatre

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash-hit musical SIX, makes its royal return to Leeds Grand Theatre from Tue 8 – Sat 12 July 2025 following three sell-out visits. Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, SIX follows the six wives of Henry VIII as they take to […]
By Liz Coggins on June 25, 2025
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The Leeds Vegan Summer Festival takes place on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August 2025; two incredible days featuring over 70 diverse vegan vendors, live bands, cooking demos, workshops, and a craft ale bar. Explore world street food, cakes, beauty products, sustainable fashion, fresh juices, and more. Explore artisanal vegan foods, from fresh […]