Gildersome and Drighlington are separated by just one mile along the A58 yet remain fiercely independent and proud in their own right. This gallery, using images plucked from the YEP archive, turn back the clock to the 1990s. They showcase community pride as well as local sporting prowess, charity, school life and those stories making the news headlines from back in the day. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE...
There are 15 Wetherspoon pubs in Leeds, and another could soon open in Wetherby after the pub giant confirmed plans to transform the former Sant' Angelo restaurant in the town. Customers don’t hold back when it comes to Spoons pubs, with thousands of Google reviews - some more flattering than others. Sign up for our free newsletters today Here is every JD Wetherspoon pub in Leeds ranked from best to worst according to those customers.
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CCTV picked up the vicious assault outside The Royal Park after an argument began inside when the victim had been dancing and had bumped into someone, Leeds Crown Court heard. The victim, who later he admitted he had a lot to drink, was ejected from the pub along with his friend in the early hours of October 12, 2022. But the three men with whom he had argued with also left a short time later. Prosecutor Rhianydd Clement said there were conflicting witness statements on which group approached...
The Grove Inn in Holbeck was forced to close in November after being damaged in a fire, prompting police to launch an arson investigation - which led to the arrest of a man. The blaze exposed asbestos in the building, which delayed repairs to the much-loved pub, but now work is underway with a reopening date insight. Owner, Simon Colgan, told the Yorkshire Evening Post: “We are over the moon to have got to this stage now. The builders went in yesterday and I’m on my way there now to put some...
Located on Queen Street in Morley, IC Italian held its grand opening on April 24. The team behind the Italian restaurant had been teasing its opening for a few months, sharing its renovations on its social media channels. Now welcoming customers into its transformed space, IC Italian promises a “charming ambiance and welcoming atmosphere” and a “taste of la dolce vita right in the heart of the city”. Get a daily headline round-up, as well as all of the breaking news updates, when you sign up...
The bank on Queen Street was one of three in Leeds - along with branches in Horsforth and Ilkley - and 114 HSBC offices across the UK to close last year and shut its doors for the final time on August 22. A new planning application submitted to Leeds City Council by Jennings Investments Ltd. outlines extensive plans for the now vacant space to be transformed into a commercial unit on the ground floor, as well as eight apartments on the ground and upper floors. The Grade II listed building, which...
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Commuters have been warned that trains could be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised. National Rail has confirmed that the disruption is expected to last until 3pm, as advice is issued on alternative routes. Sign up for our free newsletters today In a post shared on X [formerly Twitter] at 2.05pm, a spokesperson for operator Northern said: “Services between Leeds and Wakefield Westgate are currently being disrupted due to a fault with the signalling system.” Follow for updates below...
Delighted drinkers were stunned when snooker icon Steve Davis walked into their Sheffield local. The six-time former World Champion sat and chatted with locals and staff at the Hallamshire House, on Commonside, Crookes, before playing a DJ set at the popular Thornbridge pub. But despite the pub being famous for having its own full size snooker table, the sporting legend kept well away from the baize for a change! Delighted barmaid Lottie Garvey said he charmed the customers and staff alike,...