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We recently spoke to Oliver Collett, the Regional Lead Partner for Yorkshire & Humber at Irwin Mitchell, based in the Leeds office. How have you been involved with Leeds Community Foundation? Irwin Mitchell has had an office location in the city…
Meet Tony from Season Well “I was working for Chapel FM, just part-time, and Feed Yourself Well started coming here. And I somehow ended up helping them in the kitchen. I’m not quite sure how! These things just happen. I’m quite good at cooking…
Yorkshire Contemporary and Rowland Road Working Men’s Club teamed up to create Rowland Road Play Patch with a grant from our Leeds Civic Trust Community Fund. Working to the theme of ‘celebrating place’, the project brought together local…
“It’s for Keith and for everyone like him”
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It came just two weeks ahead of Chase & Status' headline set at Reading & Leeds
A new and improved TESTBED Sarah Howells Tue, 18/08/2026 - 11:51 Blog A new and improved TESTBED Written by Testbed Image The purpose-built stage at Testbed and the brand-new mezzanine level with bar, seating and lockers for improved customer…
The Local Care Direct Health and Wellbeing Fund was our 5-year partnership with Local Care Direct. It took a varied approach to improving wellbeing. We funded direct mental health support, as well as activities that helped people to feel better…
Close Enough to Touch Sarah Howells Mon, 17/08/2026 - 13:22 Blog Close Enough to Touch Written by Red Ladder Theatre Company Image Close Enough To Touch goes on tour across the UK this autumn. (credit Mark Ratcliffe and Split Design) You may also…
East Street Arts teams up with Bow Arts to extend access to affordable studio finder tool across Yorkshire & the North Sarah Howells Wed, 12/08/2026 - 15:55 Blog East Street Arts teams up with Bow Arts to extend access to affordable studio finder…
LDC RadioIt’s been another high-octane week for the Leeds dance music scene and our local community. From festival updates to cultural takeovers, here is your essential weekly download from LDC Radio—No. 1 for Dance Music in Leeds. 🏛️ Culture: Leeds Song Festival Takes Over the City Launching on Saturday…
LDC RadioIt’s been a massive week for the Leeds creative scene. From new city-wide art projects to major updates on the local nightlife circuit, here is everything you need to know from the LDC Radio community. 🎭 Culture: Leeds Art Gallery Announces “Summer of Sculpture” Announced on 30th March, Leeds is…
LDC Radio🏉 Sport: Rhinos Edge a Thriller at Headingley The week ended on a high for Leeds sports fans as the Leeds Rhinos secured a massive win at Headingley on Sunday, March 29th. 🚌 Transport: Weaver Network Branding Hits the Streets If you’ve been near Heckmondwike or Leeds city center this ...
LDC RadioAiming to Break Down Barriers in DJ Culture A new grassroots music space is opening in Headingley on Friday 13th March, with a mission to make DJing, vinyl and music culture more accessible to everyone in Leeds. Meanhood Studios, founded by long-time LS6 residents Jim and Katie Young, will combine…
LDC Radio🏗️ The “South Bank” Transformation The biggest talking point in Leeds this week was the government’s shortlist for the UK’s new “Investment Towns.” 🚌 Transport: The “Weaver Network” Brand Arrives It was a landmark week for the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) as they officially green-lit…
LDC RadioIn a bit of a bittersweet update for the local community, the organisers of Live at Leeds have announced the festival will take a break this year. Both “In the City” and “In the Park” will be taking a breather in 2026. While we’ll miss the usual bank holiday mayhem, ...
LDC RadioAre you an aspiring artist, manager, or promoter in Leeds? This week offers a golden opportunity to get your foot in the door for free. On Friday, March 27th, the Launchpad Conference 2026 takes over the Leeds School of Arts at Leeds Beckett University. The event is a full day ...
LDC RadioThe countdown to May Bank Holiday is on, and this year’s MiNT Festival is a massive win for the Leeds local scene. As the festival returns to Newsam Green Farm (May 2nd–3rd), the newly released lineup proves that Leeds is still the UK’s capital for house and tech. Homegrown hero ...
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