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Kirsty Allen Senior Writer
Kirsty Allen is a Senior Writer specialising in food, drink and things to do across the North of England. With over three years’ experience creating regional lifestyle and culture content, she has written hundreds of articles for Leeds-List, Manchester-List and Yorkshire-List since joining in 2022, regularly covering new openings, local guides and regional trends across Leeds, Manchester and Yorkshire.
A close up of ice creams in a counter at Melting Point in Leeds

Where to Get the Best Ice Cream in Leeds

Craving a scoop? Here's where to find the best ice cream, gelato and soft serve in Leeds.

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A top down shot of a plate of Japanese teppanyaki

The Best Pre-Theatre Dinners in Leeds for Every Budget

Fill up and head out to a show!

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A crowd at Leeds Pride on Lower Briggate with rainbow exteriors

What’s On in Leeds This July: The Best Events & Things to Do

Here are the events worth adding to your calendar this July.

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Two people on Leeds Docks Paddle Boarding, with the city skyline in the background

Where to Go Paddle Boarding In & Around Leeds

Take to the water with a spot of SUP.

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People picking strawberries from a partch

Where to Go Strawberry Picking Near Leeds

Sunshine, fresh strawberries and countryside views await.

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The Great British Food Festival at Harewood House.

The Best Bank Holiday Weekend Events in & Around Leeds

Looking for the best things to do in Leeds this bank holiday weekend?

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Top Universities for Postgraduate Study Within Reach of Leeds

Broaden your horizons with a postgraduate degree.

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A portion of birria tacos with two Margaritas at Madre in Leeds

Street-Style Tacos, Zesty Ceviche & Marvellous Margaritas – Madre Brings a Fiesta of Flavours to Leeds

Introducing your new favourite restaurant.

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A board game cafe with chairs and tables and lots of games in a book case

The Best Places to Play Board Games in Leeds

Nothing beats a board game, so get competitive at these epic Leeds venues.

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A chef pouring sauce onto a plate of fine dining cuisine at Chef Jono at V&V, a fine dining restaurant in Leeds

Every Tasting Menu Foodies Need to Try in Leeds

Sample the finest wares from Leeds’ top chefs with these inventive tasting menus.

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Leeds Beckett Rose Bowl on a sunny day

Could You Win £10,000 to Solve a Real Leeds Problem?

The Leeds City Challenge is open to students and recent graduates.

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Views of the seafront at Scarborough

The Best Places to Visit Within a Few Hours of Leeds

Planning a day trip from Leeds? Bookmark this list.

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