Lifestyle

Danny Malin writes about his favourite Christmas Market offerings.

'I’d rather pay for a proper hog roast than a fancy loaded doughnut' Danny Mei Lan Malin

10 places in Leeds to get pie and peas this Bonfire Night weekend

The OPI x M&M'S Holiday Advent Calendar features 12 mini nail polishes in a range of fun chocolate-inspired limited edition shades and it's currently £7.50 cheaper.

OPI collabs with popular chocolate brand to launch advent calendar

Ravi Khatri, a chef at Fusion Spice in Leeds, was named the region’s Chef of the Year at the annual Bangladesh Caterers Association Awards

Chef crowned winner at national curry awards

Spa guests relax beside the pool at Bannatyne Wakefield

Spa day packages ahead of Black Friday that could save Christmas

John Frieda launched his Frizz Ease range back in 1988, and it made him a household name. He is pictured in 2008.

John Frieda's Frizz Ease range: The products that made history

Fit for a treasure chest: Hourglass's dazzling limited-edition palettes are every bit as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside.

Hourglass's limited-edition makeup palettes are flying off the shelves

Pour Moi's Atelier Lace set in Blackberry/Pink combines floral lace with a flattering plunge bra and matching Brazilian briefs.

Pour Moi lingerie review: Style meets comfort

Why I've switched to Outside In after years of Clinique

Homes and Gardens

This modern semi-detached Leeds home combines contemporary family accommodation with a double driveway and electric vehicle charging point.

Modern Leeds home offers three bedrooms and an enclosed garden
With triple glazing, an air source heat pump and convenient motorway access, this modern property offers plenty of practical family features
Gareth Butterfield

The three-bedroom semi-detached house on Wensley Drive is on the market for £575,000, with Leeds city centre and local amenities within reach.

Leeds three-bedroom semi-detached house on the market for £575,000

Home and business owners are being urged to have their buildings' radon levels tested

Risk of radioactive gas increasing in Leeds, report finds

10 of the finest family homes on sale for under £300,000

Our picks for 10 of the best homes on the market for under £300,000

Step inside this £475k family home with a private gated entrance

Look inside this £500k home with stunning views of 300-year-old castle

The Sun Inn, Hunslet, Leeds

‘Deeply disappointed’: council greenlights demolition of former pub

Leeds pets dressed for Halloween

Adorable pictures of your pets dressed up for Halloween

From clever training partners to gentle sofa buddies, meet the 11 Dogs Trust Leeds rescues hoping to swap tricks for treats and find their forever homes this Halloween

11 dogs looking for their forever homes this Halloween

Harrison Family Vets opened its doors at St George’s Retail Park, in Middleton, in October 2024.

Leeds vets reveals most popular dog breeds and pet names

A dedicated West Yorkshire dog charity is making an urgent appeal to help find loving forever homes for 13 resilient rescue hounds currently waiting in kennels

13 adorable rescue dogs looking for forever homes

Food and Drink

Market director Amanda Monaghan and Christmas market coordinator James Ooi on what to expect from Leeds Christmas market this year

Leeds Christmas market promises new attractions and Yorkshire traders
The Leeds Christmas Markets are officially returning on 19th November and the countdown starts NOW
Lana Conway

Leeds Pubs and Beer Gardens - Pictured Rita's Beer Hall, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds. Picture By Yorkshire Evening Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Date: 29th April 2025.

I was heartbroken when Walkabout closed - can Rita’s fill the gap?

Leeds' viral froyo hotspot KefiYo is turning up the frights this halloween

Leeds frozen yoghurt hotspot goes to the dark side for Halloween

Interior of Barbara's Bier Haus

9 pictures inside new Bavarian party bar in Leeds city centre

These 14 Leeds takeaways have been ordered to make improvements

14 local takeaways which have been ordered to make improvements

Bar staff Kate Eccles gearing up for another day of Oktoberfest in Leeds

Leeds raises a stein as Oktoberfest brings a beer-filled bash

Meet the Leeds chef of the week at Galleria, Andy Castle

Meet the chef bringing seasonal flavours to Leeds restaurant Galleria

Staycation

Holiday Inn Express launches the “The Great Wake Up Debate,” led by comedian Rob Beckett, weighing in on everything from serial snoozing and shower schedules to the bedtime rituals people swear by.

Rob Beckett and Holiday Inn Express uncover the wake up rituals defining the UK

Outside the clubhouse.

We tried out a caravan holiday in Wales and this is what we thought

Prestige Skylark lodge at The Stables, Bowleaze Cove.

UK Holiday Pads - a much easier way to find your perfect escape

Retro

The Joseph Street Unitarian Church pictured in December 1960.

Feel good slogan takes you back to Hunslet in the 1960s

Volunteer workers Paul Waterhouse, left, and Martin Buckle in the 'portaclub' at St Catherine's Mill on Broad Lane in June 1984.

How 'Portaclubs' helped keep kids off the streets of a city suburb

The derelict Railwaymen's Social Club at the corner of Greenwich Street and Meynell Street. A lamp hangs on the corner. The end of Chelsea Street is also visible.

12 photo gems turn spotlight on Holbeck in the 1940s

Best In

North Bar can be found on New Briggate in Leeds city centre.

I visited a Leeds bar that has championed Yorkshire beer since 1997
Our reviewer visited North Bar in Leeds city centre
YEP Reviewer

Harvery Nichols in Leeds Picture: James Hardisty

Harvey Nichols set to be transformed into new Flannels shop, reports

Bowers Tap, Lower Briggate, Leeds.
Picture By Yorkshire Evening Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Date: 19th October 2023.

I visited a city centre sports bar that strikes the perfect balance

Here are some of the best student deals in Leeds right now

13 of the best student shopping deals ahead of Freshers' Week 2026

Doughnotts will open on Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds on September 4

Free doughnut giveaway as new bakery opens at Leeds shopping outlet

The Railway Inn in Calverley, Leeds
16th February 2023.

What I thought of a canalside Leeds pub enjoying a new lease of life

French Connection has opened a new store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds

Fashion brand becomes 'fantastic addition' to Designer Outlet (aff)

Cars and Motoring

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Young Driver sessions are available on Wowcher

Discounts on driving experiences for teens ahead of Christmas

The Hyundai Inster’s boxy shape and round lights give the small electric car plenty of character

Hyundai Inster review: a tiny EV with some seriously clever ideas

Cars available to drive include the Lamborghini Gallardo and many more

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin supercar driving experiences

More Lifestyle

10 new places to eat, drink and party that have opened across Leeds

OPI is offering 15% off selected nail products in an early Black Friday offer.

My mum's favourite nail brand is now my go-to and it's on offer

Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour has been described as ‘better than on TV’

Strictly Come Dancing Live tickets an ideal Christmas present for fans

The Cricut crafting machine that could turn a hobby into a business and it does more than just stickers

The Cricut is topping Christmas wish lists, and it's easy to see why

The best places for vegan food in Leeds, according to Google reviewers

The Highland Laddie has scooped another award

Leeds pub named third best in Britain by Good Food Guide

Forget tablets and toys, Yoto is the Christmas present children can enjoy all year round

Yoto is the screen-free Christmas gift children can use every day

OPI shoppers can spin an online reward wheel to win extra discounts, free nail polish, vouchers and more in its early Black Friday promotion.

Beauty fans can win freebies in early Black Friday deal

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

Family Christmas holidays from £179 with Santa visits and festive fun

Top Stories from the YEP

Homes damaged and buses targeted in suspected ball bearing gun attacks

Leeds will once again fall silent on Remembrance Sunday.

All road closures and bus diversions for Remembrance Sunday

Dobson (pictured) hurled a frozen ice pop at his partner, breaking her eye socket.

Alcoholic broke partner's eye socket with ice pop

Celebrating 135 years of telling Leeds' stories

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