Laynes Espresso
Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor
You come to Layne’s for the coffee. Sourced from roasters across Europe, there’s always a new variety to try. Commuters swear by it.
What's on near Laynes Espresso
Baths at Headrow House
Baths brings his fourth record, Gut, to Headrow House this May, marking his first gig in Leeds in seven years.
from £16.00
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SUNLIGHT: Roger Ackling at the Henry Moore Institute
See Roger Ackling’s sun-marked wooden artefacts in the artist’s more comprehensive exhibition to date, at Leeds’ Henry Moore Institute.
free entry
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Sound Out Leeds 2024/25
Leeds International Concert Season is on a mission to push boundaries, expand horizons, and ask the question: ‘What haven’t we heard?’ as it presents its city-spanning Sound Out Leeds series.
from £10.00
Abi Clarke: Role Model at The Wardrobe
From TikTok sensation to a sell-out star at Edinburgh Fringe, Abi Clarke brings her acclaimed stand-up show to Leeds.
from £18.00
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CANVAS: a community arts festival at Wellington Place
CANVAS is a month-long celebration of art and the community with interactive events and a showcase of work from Leeds Art University students
free entry
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Sarah Roberts: SICK at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery
Sarah Roberts: SICK explores environments of care in her signature style of brightly coloured installations, spread across two galleries.
free entry
Equilibrio Dinamico | Through Her Eyes at the Riley Theatre
A bold, all-female choreographic triple bill exploring the female gaze, identity and artistry – danced by a powerful international ensemble.
from £12.00
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Blood: Ties and Tensions at Thackray Museum of Medicine
Thackray Museum of Medicine’s new exhibition explores the medical uses and symbolic meanings of blood in science, culture and wider society.
from £8.95Where to go near Laynes Espresso
The Brewery Tap
If you are passionate about real ale you would be foolish to pass by the Brewery Tap. Located just opposite Leeds train station it is in a prime spot for one last beverage before leaving the city.
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Tharavadu Restaurant
Tharavadu Restaurant is a widely-loved Indian restaurant in Leeds, focusing on cuisine from the coastal area of South-West India.
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Bundobust Leeds
Wildly popular and top-quality Indian street food at the original location in Leeds. Expect to find an impressive array of affordable small plates (and bowls), all vegetarian and quite often vegan.
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Head of Steam
Head of Steam is a pub in the Mill Hill area of Leeds, featuring an impressive range of ales from all over the world as well as frequent in-house events.
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34 Boar Lane
An immersive pop up space for artists and makers from East Street Arts, part of the transformation of 34 Boar Lane (a project by LJ Real Estate).
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Marriott Hotel Leeds
Marriott Hotel is a contemporary hotel in the city centre of Leeds. It boasts the largest indoor swimming pool in Leeds, a well-equipped fitness centre, and a sauna.
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Park Plaza
The highest hotel in Leeds, boasting every convenience you could possibly want, and probably a few more.
Leeds
Sky Lounge, Doubletree Hilton Hotel
Restaurant, bar and tearoom on the 13th floor of the Hilton Hotel in Leeds. It’s called the Sky Lounge for a reason, with glorious views of the Yorkshire skyline.
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Everyman Leeds
Located in Trinity Leeds, expect comfy seating, posh snacks and an experience altogether more luxurious than your average multiplex.
Leeds
Leeds Railway Station
Serving nearly 30 million passengers a year, Leeds station is the third busiest British railway station outside of London.
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Trinity Kitchen
Trinity Kitchen is the place to be for amazing eating options.
Leeds
Malmaison Leeds
Stylish hotel in Leeds that does it all, and does it well, with dark mood lighting and that glorious purple colour scheme
Culture Guides
Theatre in the North
Dynamic dance, party-performance, high-energy stand-up and a site-specific show set in a pub. All this and more in our newest theatre guide.
Literature Events in the North
If it's inspiring, inclusive events and avant-garde, experimental afternoons you're after, look no further than live literature this spring – we've got you covered.
Cinema in the North
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
Family things to do in the North
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
Food and Drink in the North
Spring is here and the North is buzzing with must-visit new restaurants and bars.
Music in the North
Open air clubs, new festivals and long-awaited gigs. The North West's live music scene is heating up this spring.
Exhibitions in the North
Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
Tours and Activities in the North
We've got many a good time in store this month as we round up the best walking tours, cultural classes and makers markets in the land.