Throughout the years, female artists have been at the forefront of some of the finest art history we know, and have been an essential aspect in helping pave a way for fut...
Autumn, that fabulous season of wild abundance is upon us once again. The hedgerows, woodlands, meadows, urban gardens and green spaces are heaving with berries, fruits, ...
What are your thoughts on technology? Do you hate it and want to escape from its presence? Or do you love it and want to be a part of its growth? If it’s the latter, th...
Today, we are used to seeing strong females - since the rise of girl power and an undying amount of love for the Spice Girls in the 90s....
There is a Chinese proverb that says 'a book is a garden in your pocket'. It is also, I have recently discovered, a way of tying invisible threads between a community....
Usually when you hear the word "Istanbul" you think of the city - but in Leeds when you hear it, you should be thinking of the Istanbul Agop cymbals on sale at Leeds Dr...
In places, the Leeds and Liverpool canal is stunning. For artists, introverts or people who just want to get away for a while, it's like nowhere else. You can choose to b...
We are often asked what the Arts have to do with homeless and vulnerable adults. The answer is a lot! Art is an integral part of what we do to at St George’s Crypt. The...
When it comes to culture, in Leeds we’re spoilt for choice. Every week there are hundreds of unique events to choose from. With several cinemas in the city, there shoul...
Independent Leeds highlights the importance on faith in Leeds by showcasing the Sikh Temple and offering an insight into the culture in our city....
It only takes one look at their remarkable list of Alumni to see just how fruitful and prosperous Leeds College of Art has been since it opened its doors in 1846. The imp...
Tales from the heart of Leeds' growing independent neighbourhood....
Over 30,000 people from all walks of life pass through Leeds Bus Station every day. On their way to shop, study, work and play, this ever-moving scene is a constant snaps...
Chiara Amendola explores poetry and spoken word with Knottingley performer and poet Toria Garbutt....
Since 1985 Leeds Corn Exchange has been exclusively independent, championing small businesses and local traders. There’s never been a chain store inside, and to this da...
Crane your neck next time you're walking down Commercial Street and, depending on your eyesight, you will glimpse the rows of books and spiral staircase of independent, h...
With the opening of a shiny new entrance to the train station, making access to South Leeds easier than ever, we delve into discovering Holbeck, an area with a knack of i...
