Head ducked from the wind, shoulders hunched, I pace along Headrow as the rain falls. Leeds is the sort of city that comes into its own with a beer garden and festival-friendly weather. The city centre, while compact, turns extroverted along with its residents between late spring and early autumn. This rain isn’t fantastic. Luckily,Continue reading “Museums in Leeds: Top 10 Museums In Leeds City Centre”
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Is Leeds safe? A tell-all safety guide
Is Leeds safe? My heart sank when I saw the statistics say no. At the start of 2022, Leeds was ranked as the fourth most dangerous city in the UK. Leeds has a bad reputation for violent crime and sexual violence. Of course, it also has an excellent reputation for outgoing nightlife, tons of museums,Continue reading “Is Leeds safe? A tell-all safety guide”
Leeds Bradford Airport: A Complete Guide
Biased? Maybe. But Leeds Bradford Airport is my favourite in the world. The airport is small enough to be less stressful to navigate than Manchester Airport, yet still benefits from flight deals and exciting connections. Like the airport, the team has a community feel as well. In fact, I once had a member of securityContinue reading “Leeds Bradford Airport: A Complete Guide”
Visiting Leeds Festival: A Complete Guide
If you lived in Yorkshire and didn’t head to Leeds Fest with a weekend ticket, more glitter and disguised vodka than food, and a tent that would not return – were you really a teenager? Every August, partiers flood to the 600-acre festival site, donning outrageously skimpy clothing and pairs of wellies. There is aContinue reading “Visiting Leeds Festival: A Complete Guide”
Things to do in Leeds at night: 10 things for your itinerary
Looking for a taste of Northern British culture? Leeds is a great shout. The Yorkshire city is driven by a fierce football following, even fiercer drinking culture, and lots and lots of shopping. Whether you head to Elland Road, grab a pint on Call Lane, or indulge in some early evening retail therapy, there areContinue reading “Things to do in Leeds at night: 10 things for your itinerary”
10 Best Otley Chevin Walks: Visiting Otley Chevin Forest Park
There’s a famous phrase, “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees”. An Otley Chevin walk is the perfect antidote if you need a boost. Otley Chevin Forest Park covers an astounding 700 acres and is split into two main sections, divided by Chevin Road. This Otley park isContinue reading “10 Best Otley Chevin Walks: Visiting Otley Chevin Forest Park”
Is Sheffield Safe? A Complete Safety Guide for Sheffield
Is Sheffield safe? The answer is kind of. While it is ranked as the most dangerous major city in South Yorkshire, it is much safer than London, Leeds, or Manchester. The statistics speak for themselves; the crime rate per 1,000 people in 2021 was just 91. If you take the necessary precautions, you’ll have aContinue reading “Is Sheffield Safe? A Complete Safety Guide for Sheffield”
Skipton Canal Trips: The Ultimate Guide For Visiting Skipton Canal
Stepping down onto a steep curved road from the busy Skipton Main Street, I dodge the other pedestrians and step over a couple of leashed dogs. In front of me, I can already see a line of brightly painted barges – the sought-after sight of the Skipton Canal boats, some of which are decades olderContinue reading “Skipton Canal Trips: The Ultimate Guide For Visiting Skipton Canal”
Things to Do in Keighley: 20 Best Things to Do in Keighley
The market town of Keighley is a little spot just outside of Bradford in West Yorkshire. Keighley is most known as a former industrial hub, and its old stone buildings – mostly terraces and converted factories – have a gritty appeal, with some darkened from the days of the Industrial Revolution. The town holds tonsContinue reading “Things to Do in Keighley: 20 Best Things to Do in Keighley”
Visiting Oxford Vintage Kilo Sales: A Complete Guide
Heard of a kilo sale? It’s basically thrift shopping gone mad. Thousands of vintage second-hand garments are packed into venues across the UK, with shoppers purchasing tickets to enter. Once you’re in, you can purchase a kilogram of any items for just £20 – a bargain if you pick out the designer brands. Shop Kilo runContinue reading “Visiting Oxford Vintage Kilo Sales: A Complete Guide”
