As the post says, is there any decent yoga / stretching classes (Late 20's year old male, if tthat matters); preferably around the Headingley and Burley area :D

Ta in advance 😊

Woke up this morning to find that both the front and back door locks of my house have been filled with glue, meaning that they can no longer be locked from the outside. Also a single egg was thrown at my window in the night, with no evidence of others around the house. Has this happened to anyone else?

“Excuse me mate, I’ve got an interview/emergency housing meeting(/whatever sounds like I’m trying to get myself out of this situation) tomorrow and I need to get cleaned up for it. I’m 4 quid short of the tenner I need to get into hostel for the night, can you get a tenner out of the ATM and I’ll give you the change?”

This has happened a few times over the last couple of years since coming to Leeds. First time I got the tenner out, handed it to him and…… he couldn’t find his change😱. Just been put in this situation again but asked I to show me the change first, low and behold he couldn’t find it.Is this always just a way of getting narco money or is it possible it’s genuine? What’s a good way of figuring out if they’re telling the truth? Should I just always say no? Am I too trusting in humanity and maybe a little naive?

So it's been a while since I visited Rawdon. Many years back I had an allotment up at crowtrees, and my friend recently got offered a place up there on the council, I know Rawdon is safe, but has he chosen the snobby side or the friendly side? He's originally from Nether Yeadon but not lives in Otley or has Rawdon gone downhill? Helpful bystander trying to tell him it's nice up there lol, lots of scenery even if there isn't many shops etc. Lol He's also looking for activities and can't drive, any suggestions?

It doesn’t matter if they’re really bad or not, just £10 or under🙂🙂

Hi, can anyone advise about living in Pudsey, Leeds please? I’m looking at the area not in, but close to Fulneck Moravian Settlement. What’s it like? Is it safe? What are public transport links like? Huge thanks in advance!

Hi all. I live in north west Leeds, I can travel between Horsforth and the city. I don’t mind male or female, I’m 40. I already have a PT who I see once/ twice a week to learn about the correct way to lift and which muscles I should be feeling it in. So I’m kinda good ish knowledge wise.

Just looking for an accountability partner, something different to working out at home. A few times a week would be great but can be discussed, with a goal of hopefully becoming more comfortable in that environment and build a badass body for when I start to struggle to struggle with getting up in the mornings haha.

I haven’t got a current membership anywhere in particular, just pay the day rate and give it a go. I’ve tried a few gyms but have to say the gym group in Headingley with all the natural light was nicer to attend.

Edit: I’m female, if that information is needed for the post.

Hey! Not sure if anyone's interested at all, but I'm having a writing group in the city this evening! It's really chill, you don't have to share anything or get feedback or even talk about your project if you're uncomfy. The entire point is just to set aside an hour of your week for focused writing and to be a little social.

We meet up at 6 PM at the Leeds Central Library (the free one!)

More info here

Can I rent Airbnb long term in Leeds? I'm looking to source a property but having delays due to some personal issues. In the meantime however, I just need a two bedroom until I find my somewhere permanent. Is this something doable? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

We recently spent some time in Leeds and thanks to all of you amazing folks for your excellent recommendations on this subreddit, we got to try some really good food. Here are some of the places we ate at:

• Manjit’s Kitchen
• Jenny’s Jerk Chicken
• Maxi’s
• Thai A Roy Dee
• Noodle House
• Sqew Shawarma 💗
• Thrissur Pooram (the fish polichattu was incredibly tasty!) 💗
• Bahn n Mee
• Karpaty
• Shokupan
• Brod Sandwich
• Sonder
• North Star
• Silk Road Kitchen 💗💗💗

Hi! I’m coming in as an exchange student in the winter, and when I went to go apply for accommodation, I could only pick one.

I know people have mentioned/talked about accommodation a lot on this thread, and I’ve read pretty much all of them, but I was wondering if anyone knows how likely it is that I will get my first pick.

They also said I could email and add some options, but I’m just not sure what to pick/if anyone has any suggestions.

I applied for James Baillie, and I know that’s it’s quite a popular one, so was wondering if anyone knows if exchange students have had any luck? I would really like to be in a sociable dorm, and was wondering what accommodation, except for James Baillie is known as kind of a more fun/sociable accommodation… (anything that has party culture to be honest lmfao)

My PC chair arm fell off, so I'm getting a new one. Before I bin the old one in a few weeks, are they worth weighing in for scrap for anyone in the collection biz?

Popping into Leeds city centre next weekend to look at the Xmas lights, do a bit of shopping etc.

Thinking we (2 adults, 2 kids - 10 & 7) would like a Sunday lunch while we're there.

Any recommendations welcome...

Hey everyone,

I’m a 3rd year college student from the US (20M), and I’ll be studying abroad at the University of Leeds next semester.

I am super excited to live in Leeds, but I also want to make the most of my time abroad by traveling around the UK and Europe. Since there aren’t many students from my home university coming to Leeds with me, I thought I’d ask here to see if anyone is also coming to Leeds as an international student next semester and is looking for travel friends. Definitely respond to this post or message me if you are!

Also, if anyone has any tips about being an international student at Leeds or life in Leeds in general, I would really appreciate that as well! Thanks guys

So I know the saying is location, location, location, but as a 2 child household with another kid on the way, we're really struggling to find a big enough house in north Leeds that will allow our two eldest to continue easily commuting to Roundhay high school. We've found pretty much our dream property - the only downside is it's in what I'd always considered to be quite a rough part of Leeds. It's located near the bottom of Spencer Place, where it meets Roundhay Road. The property itself is quite isolated and has its own grounds but I'm concerned that moving there would in effect be moving into a compound situation where I no longer feel able to leave on foot to walk our dog at night.

I'm not making it up or being racist - crime stats speak for themselves. We went back this Saturday night to walk around and soak up the atmosphere and it's definitely giving 'edgy'. I guess my question is does anyone live down that way and if so, what's been your experience? Similarly, has anyone gone against the grain and moved into a bigger house in a worse area and it's turned out better than expected? We do really like the house and it wouldn't need to be forever, just for the next 5 years or so while our family is at max capacity. I'm also fine with living in diverseu neighbourhoods, but I still want our family to feel safe.

PS - I'd rather not get into the whole family planning decision process. If you must know, baby 3 is actually my first as we're a blended family 😉.

Ideally in or not too far from Horsforth, don't mind driving half an hour if need be, Used to get our fish and chips from a place that used beef tallow before I moved here, my local chippy is wonderful but it's never the same, Cheers!

Update: confirmed ones so far are Murgatroyds by the airport, Greenside Fisheries in Pudsey and The Bearded Sailor in Pudsey, turns out there's a dedicated website for this exact question lol, other suggestions are great chippies but you'd be surprised how few use beef fat anymore

Hi there!

Myself and my husband are Irish living in Leeds. Last Christmas, we bought a gammon joint, thinking it would be the same as an Irish Christmas ham (as google said it would be!). However, the quality was good but the joint was just different - it’s hard to explain but other Irish people have noted the same thing.

Does any one know where we could buy Irish Christmas hams or Irish style cuts of meat in Leeds (or online if not possible in Leeds)?

Thanks!

Is it a common thing? These past few days, ofc its men, insulting and/or making fun of my partner in the street for a hair colour? That childish? 💀 I feel like people are really going backwards… stay safe and kind people 🫶🏻

Hello everyone, this question is for the people living in and around the Boston Spa area. If there is one type of restaurant you would like in your area what would it be???

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My grandad grew up in Leeds (born 1950s) he was involved in violent crime and stuff during the 1970s/early 80s (think Leeds gangs) he mentioned a black man named "Eustace" (he described him as a big guy involved in gangs) whom he was close with.

he described that this man was sadly murdered around 40 something years ago (his words). He said that Eustace was travelling in a car and was shot at and died by rival gang members, his wife and children were travelling in a separate vehicle and my grandad and 3 other guys were in another vehicle too- he has sons who are alive today if that helps. i sadly do not know the area of Leeds but he described Eustaces flat surrounding parks.

does anyone have any info around this man and who he was? any articles or anything?

edit: googling led me to an old forum on anti racist groups and violent crime in Leeds and one of the replies mentioned "Eustace richardson" who was a "big black guy who was a bouncer" it mentioned him picking fights- this may help

further edit : find my past led me to a marriage record of Eustace E richardson marrying Michelle J stoker in 1977 in leeds but no clue if a lead

Hello Leeds,

My band Ey Up Maiden (Iron Maiden tribute) are playing a show in Morley @ the Miners Arms in Morley next Saturday and then at The Duck & Drake in the city itself the week after.

It's free entry. If you want to attend, you just need to show up.

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I've been out of touch with Leeds City Centre for a few good years now. Where's a good establishment to watch sports and have a few beers these days?

Would anyone be interested in a megabus coach ticket from London Victoria to Leeds tomorrow evening (19:00-00:06)?

Hi all, I’m going to Leeds on 24-26th (yes I know). I’d like to know 1. what time the public transport stops service on the 24th, 2. are the shops open on 26th, and 3. Should I extend my stay until 27th?

Edit: one more question- i’d like to go see the Northern Lights in Leeds on the 24th, is it worth it? will Ubers be running around Christmas Day?

In temporary accommodations in LS1, only have £20 to my name and I haven't ate in 3 days. Anyone know of local takeaways or an app that still does cash on delivery?