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Adventure Along the Line

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences.

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Singing the Praises of Leeds’ Best Jazz Bars

Jazz is considered by some to be a niche music genre, played by expert musicians and loved by obsessive fans, but impenetrable to those who believe it is not for them. Conversely, the truth is that jazz is a music for everybody, and unites people in all corners of the globe. The jazz scene has […]<....

Adventure along the line – Guiseley to Ilkley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the town of Guiseley, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

Adventure Along the Line – Bradford Forster Square to Shipley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the City of Bradford, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

A Beginner’s Guide around Leeds Corn Exchange

The living landmark, Leeds Corn Exchange, has been an iconic building in the bustling city since it was first opened in 1864. The dramatic dome was designed by Cuthbert Brodrick, a British architect who was known for not only planning and designing the Leeds Corn Exchange, but also Leeds Town Hall, The Mec....

Discover your Route – Seacroft to Horsforth

On this specific journey to the town of Horsforth, we begin in the outer-suburb of Seacroft. Connecting the neighbouring suburbs to the bustling city is what First Buses are for, and routes 50/50A is ideal for those of you wanting to explore and discover some hidden gems of your own. In this piece, we’ll b....

Discover your Route – Morley to Meanwood

On this specific journey to the town of Meanwood, we begin in the place that everyone has grown to love again, Morley. Connecting the neighbouring suburbs to the bustling city is what First Buses are for, and route 51/52 is ideal for those of you wanting to explore and discover some hidden gems of your own....

Cosmic Slop: Party in Leeds

Cosmic Slop is one of Leeds’ most important and iconic nights of the last decade. Beginning as a fundraising party for local charity MAP, the event quickly became a cult dance favourite, its eclectic music, infamous sound system and artistic environment gaining wider recognition whilst retaining its origin....

Discover your Route – Bramley to Seacroft

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on one of Leeds’ bus routes which connects the west of the city to the east. The number 49 First Bus route is ideal for exploring the lesser-known outskirts of Leeds city centre, and here, we’ll be giving you a guided tour of some of our favourite hidden gems on the route....

Grass Roots

As the city began to reopen unrestricted, Heather Nelson took us on a tour around the rejuvenation of Leeds’ grassroots culture.

Discover your Route – Old Farnley to Oakwood

Along this journey from the small village of Old Farnley to Oakwood, we begin in the place that was once a small agricultural village that dates back to the medieval times. Connecting the neighbouring suburbs to the bustling city is what First Buses are for, and the number 42 is ideal for those of you want....

Singing the Praises of Leeds’ Best Jazz Bars

Jazz is considered by some to be a niche music genre, played by expert musicians and loved by obsessive fans, but impenetrable to those who believe it is not for them. Conversely, the truth is that jazz is a music for everybody, and unites people in all corners of the globe. The jazz scene has […]<....

Adventure along the line – Guiseley to Ilkley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the town of Guiseley, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

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Eat Your Greens

European style bar & restaurant in the heart of Kirkgate’s independent quarter of Leeds City Centre. The restaurant offers a weekly changing menu of no fuss, farm to fork organic goodness in a relaxed, safe and friendly setting. The bar is fully stocked with a quality line up of local and European beers, natural wines and ciders and a seasonal range of house sodas and cocktails. You’ll find some of the best local DJs on rotation most evenings and even on Saturday afternoons.

42 New York Street, Leeds, LS2 7DY

0113 244 6896

The Little Black Book of Leeds | City to Suburbs

This unique insider guide to the city provides all the practical information that you’ll need to get around, whilst delving deeper to reveal the real Leeds seen through local eyes. We also head out of the city to explore the charms of the suburbs and uncover local independents along the way.

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Food & Drink

Meat the Makers! Some of Leeds’ Best Loved Butchers

Happy National Butchers Week!

Now in its 14th year, National Butchers Week is back with a bang… or bangers should we say. Once a staple of the British high street, over the years, butchers have become more of a rarer breed. But very fortunately not yet extinct, thanks to their resilience, and determ....

Get Into the Spirit of Things in Yorkshire’s Breweries and Distilleries

What’s more perfect than a summer of football, warm weather and lots and lots of drinking? Nothing. The hospitality industry has suffered the effects of Covid-19 more than other industries, with businesses closing down, staff being made redundant and month long restrictions on indoor and outdoor drinking. ....

Reviving the Drinking Scene of Morley

Historic market town Morley, situated in West Yorkshire, turned into a run-down high street over time. Even as covid made a hit on the retail and hospitality sector, Morley began to thrive and slowly became a social spot for all generations to enjoy.

Where to go near Leeds City Bus Station in the Evening

Pubs are open, bars are pouring drinks, restaurants are serving food, and we’re allowed to meet our friends. All things which we would’ve taken for granted in early 2020 are reasons to rejoice in 2021. And as we’ve lived without them for so long, their absence has only made our hearts grow fonder.

Best Places to Visit Around Leeds: Garforth

On the very outskirts of the West Yorkshire county line, Garforth is a town that is more than worth the short journey. Originally expanded in the seventeenth and eighteenth century thanks to the wealth of coal mines nearby, this suburban town still continues to grow and excite those that visit. It boasts a....

Best Independent and Sustainable Coffee Shops in Leeds

Leeds is full of lots of little independent hidden finds when were talking about coffee, so we thought we’d focus the spotlight on some coffee companies in Leeds with sustainability at the heart of their practice.

Meat the Makers! Some of Leeds’ Best Loved Butchers

Happy National Butchers Week!

Now in its 14th year, National Butchers Week is back with a bang… or bangers should we say. Once a staple of the British high street, over the years, butchers have become more of a rarer breed. But very fortunately not yet extinct, thanks to their resilience, and determ....

Get Into the Spirit of Things in Yorkshire’s Breweries and Distilleries

What’s more perfect than a summer of football, warm weather and lots and lots of drinking? Nothing. The hospitality industry has suffered the effects of Covid-19 more than other industries, with businesses closing down, staff being made redundant and month long restrictions on indoor and outdoor drinking. ....

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Entertainment & Culture

The Best of Leeds’ Culture

Leeds is a city built on cultural variety. It’s in our food, shops, music, style and even our patter. When you listen to our streets, the world talks back.

Discover Your Route – Otley to Leeds

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on one of Leeds’ bus routes which connects the north of the city to the centre. The number 33/34 First Bus route is ideal for exploring the town of Otley towards Leeds city centre, and here, we’ll be giving you a guided tour of some of our favourite hidden gems on the rou....

Grass Roots

As the city began to reopen unrestricted, Heather Nelson took us on a tour around the rejuvenation of Leeds’ grassroots culture.

Discover Your Route – Churwell to Roundhay

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on one of Leeds’ bus routes which connects the south of the city to the north. The number 12/13/13A First Bus route is ideal for exploring the lesser-known outskirts of Leeds city centre such as Churwell and Middleton, and here, we’ll be giving you a guided tour of some o....

Cosmic Slop: Party in Leeds

Cosmic Slop is one of Leeds’ most important and iconic nights of the last decade. Beginning as a fundraising party for local charity MAP, the event quickly became a cult dance favourite, its eclectic music, infamous sound system and artistic environment gaining wider recognition whilst retaining its origin....

Discover your Route – Seacroft to Horsforth

On this specific journey to the town of Horsforth, we begin in the outer-suburb of Seacroft. Connecting the neighbouring suburbs to the bustling city is what First Buses are for, and routes 50/50A is ideal for those of you wanting to explore and discover some hidden gems of your own. In this piece, we’ll b....

The Best of Leeds’ Culture

Leeds is a city built on cultural variety. It’s in our food, shops, music, style and even our patter. When you listen to our streets, the world talks back.

Discover Your Route – Otley to Leeds

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on one of Leeds’ bus routes which connects the north of the city to the centre. The number 33/34 First Bus route is ideal for exploring the town of Otley towards Leeds city centre, and here, we’ll be giving you a guided tour of some of our favourite hidden gems on the rou....

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Shopping & Lifestyle

Magnificent Markets around Leeds

Whether you’re new to the city or spend every week walking around the familiar streets of Leeds, it’s a known fact that you always end up strolling around the local market. And there’s no problem with that, markets are the soul of a town and bring together a community through a mutual love of food.

Adventure Along the Line – Bradford Forster Square to Shipley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the City of Bradford, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

A Beginner’s Guide around Leeds Corn Exchange

The living landmark, Leeds Corn Exchange, has been an iconic building in the bustling city since it was first opened in 1864. The dramatic dome was designed by Cuthbert Brodrick, a British architect who was known for not only planning and designing the Leeds Corn Exchange, but also Leeds Town Hall, The Mec....

Mustard Wharf: Don’t Settle for Ordinary Renting

City centre living is increasingly attractive in Leeds. New apartments blocks arose and old buildings were transformed to meet the demand for this social and convenient lifestyle, and now renters can choose between modern builds in the urban buzz or the nearby riversides on all sides of the city.

Adventure along the line – Guiseley to Ilkley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the town of Guiseley, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

Second Hand September

Leeds has been at the heart of fashion manufacturing and design dating back to the 18th century and quickly became synonymous with the development of textiles. Now in the fast-paced, working city of Leeds, sustainable second-hand and vintage stores are thriving amongst our high-street favourites.

Magnificent Markets around Leeds

Whether you’re new to the city or spend every week walking around the familiar streets of Leeds, it’s a known fact that you always end up strolling around the local market. And there’s no problem with that, markets are the soul of a town and bring together a community through a mutual love of food.

Adventure Along the Line – Bradford Forster Square to Shipley

Whether you’re planning a fun day out with the family or finding some new activities to fill some spare time, travelling along a train route can often introduce you to a world of new places and experiences. Beginning in the City of Bradford, which is often overlooked and unrecognised for its independent bu....

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