As soon as the temperature creeps over 17 degrees and there is a hint of blue sky, the best way to spend your evening is to get yourself to a pub garden. Whether you are […]
Players Bar Reportedly Closing Down
Players Bar, a popular destination for students’ sports socials, is reportedly closing down this Sunday. Situated opposite the McDonalds on Albion street, Players is notorious for its cheap Trebles drinks and £5 rounds. The venue […]
Say Auf Wiedersehen to £4 Steins – Leeds Bierkeller Closes Down
Last Friday (5th April), a spokesperson announced the closure of the popular Bavarian-themed karaoke bar, along with Shooters sports bar. Bierkeller proved popular for social events for Leeds’ clubs and societies, owing to its £4 […]
4 Best Spots for a Spring Walk in Leeds
As we move into spring and the weather becomes increasingly warmer, we find ourselves drawn outside. Rather than spending your days in Woodhouse Moor like everyone else, discover new spots to enjoy the sunshine. Here […]
Top Places for Brunch in Leeds
Many restaurants in Leeds offer great deals for Brunch. Brunch can be a great meal to enjoy with friends, family and even for dates. Whether you are trying to cure a hangover or cause one, […]
In the Middle with inner city electronic’s Ben Thompson
“The collaborative nature of the event is extremely important to us as a festival… we want to be representative of a culture, a scene and a city.” Whether you’re preparing for a dissertation, visa application […]
“There Was Nothing For People Who Came From a Working-Class Background”: Catheryne Sturgess-Fairbairn on Setting Up A Society For Lower-Class Students
Despite their visible drives towards inclusivity and diversity, university campuses are no stranger to excluding working-class students. Buildings named after members of elite families, expensive shops and disparate accommodations are just a few of the features of university life which can make students from low-income backgrounds feel like they don’t belong at their chosen institute of learning. But is Leeds any different in this trend? I met with Catheryne Sturgess-Fairbairn, a 2ndyear politics student at the University of Leeds, to find out her thoughts.
After the Party
Ever had the feeling that you just don‘t want the night to end? Lifestyle and Culture Editor Caitlin Tilley takes us through all the best hotspots in Leeds for after the party ends. MONDAY Crispy’s, […]
IWD Special: Octo Octa at Headrow House – Review
Natural Selection welcomed Brooklyn-based DJ and producer Octo Octa and Equaliser‘s Sayang to Headrow House on International Women’s Day. Natural Selection initially came about as a way of bringing together world class DJs and local […]
Is the New Union Co-Op Too “Bougie”?
The ‘champagne socialist’ archetype has always had a long time association with students. The idea that we’re a bunch of middle class, Starbucks-craving, hummus-sucking, avocado-worshipping slacktivists waiting in the queue for a £5 bowl of quinoa has a long history.
Leeds City Council to Declare Climate Emergency
Leeds City Council are to declare a full climate emergency in an attempt to tackle climate change. The council are calling on the Government to provide them with the necessary funding and resources to become […]
Councillors Campaign for Fairer Bus Prices in Leeds
With climate change and sustainability in the public eye, amid strikes across the country and cities declaring climate emergency, First Bus’ decision to increase the bus ticket fares last October was not welcomed by inhabitants […]