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The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto Returns With Robin Hood

After the success of last year’s Dick Whittington, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto will return to City Varieties Music Hall with Robin Hood from Friday 24 November 2023 to Sunday 7 January 2024. Tickets are now on sale for the return of Leeds’ favourite panto; ready to rock the legendary

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Tips for Getting Your Driving License in the New Year

Learning to drive is an important step in gaining transport independence and a major milestone for many. But learning is not easy, and neither is passing one’s driving test. The current fail rate for people attempting to get their driving license is above 50%, illustrating well the importance of taking

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Celebrating Milestones: Anniversary Gifts That Speak Volumes

Anniversaries are the quiet acknowledgments of the heart, celebrated every year, marking the dedication and love that deepen with the maturity of each shared moment. When a major anniversary rolls around, it echoes the timelessness of your connection and the journeys woven together. It’s that time of the year again

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Local Artisans with Christmas Market in Castle Grounds

The Ingilby family, whose home is at Ripley Castle, are continuing a long tradition of supporting local artisans, with a new monthly market in its castle grounds, Real Markets at Ripley Castle. Real Markets, whose mission is to champion local, specialist, and independent producers and makers, have brought their newest

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All Aboard the Great Central Santa Express

All Aboard the Great Central Santa Express: Great Central Railway Spreads Festive Family Cheer! Experience the enchantment of a vintage Christmas with a magical journey through the scenic Leicestershire countryside aboard Great Central Railways much loved Santa Express! A festive tradition for generations of families, this year’s steam-powered adventure at

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4 Adult Christmas Traditions Worth Starting

Christmas, a time traditionally associated with children’s joy and wonder, holds equal enchantment for adults. While the festive season often brings back cherished childhood memories, it’s also a perfect opportunity for adults to create new traditions that reflect their current joys and lifestyles. Here are four adult Christmas traditions that

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Start the Season in Style with Victoria Leeds

Five new stores set to open before Christmas, plus a major festive glow up as the new lighting scheme is unveiled. Victoria Leeds hosts ‘Fashion Santa’: win the gifts from his red Tesla Sleigh A full-to-capacity Victoria Gate will open its doors to several new permanent and temporary stores before

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Exciting Fun For Kids At EUREKA! with GraviTrax

Exciting fun at Eureka! TV and radio science presenter Greg Foot has teamed up with GraviTrax to get kids excited by science. A huge gravity-defying marble run structure at EUREKA! The National Children’s Museum. Award-winning scientist, Greg is encouraging budding builders and scientists to come along to EUREKA! on Saturday

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Calendar Girls: The Girls Are Back!

Based on the well-known true story, Calendar Girls the musical features a group of Yorkshire women who decide to produce a nude calendar in order to raise money for Leukaemia Research following the passing of Chris, one of the Women’s Institute’s partners. The film was the original spin out of

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A Green Approach to Designing Sustainable Modular Schools

In the quest for sustainability, the education sector is turning over a new leaf. Green design principles are now at the forefront of creating learning environments that are not only conducive to education but also kind to the planet. Modular schools, with their flexibility and efficiency, are leading this charge.

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