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Kirsty Allen Senior Writer
Kirsty Allen is a Senior Writer specialising in food, drink and things to do across the North of England. With over three years’ experience creating regional lifestyle and culture content, she has written hundreds of articles for Leeds-List, Manchester-List and Yorkshire-List since joining in 2022, regularly covering new openings, local guides and regional trends across Leeds, Manchester and Yorkshire.
Two people paddle boarding on a lake in North Yorkshire

Where to Go Paddle Boarding in Yorkshire

See Yorkshire from a whole new perspective.

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Four people sat on camping chairs watching an outdoor cinema screen at a National Trust site

The Best Outdoor Cinema Events in Yorkshire for Summer 2026

Watch films under the stars at Yorkshire's most spectacular outdoor cinema events this summer.

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The Best Places to Go Strawberry Picking in Yorkshire

Fill your punnet with fresh strawberries in Yorkshire.

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The Best Food Halls & Markets in Sheffield

Head this way for street food and quick bites in Sheffield.

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People enjoying the falls at Janet's Foss

Where to Go Wild Swimming in Yorkshire

These are Yorkshire's best spots to cool off outdoors.

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Leeds City Hall lit up to announce the Tour de France 2027

The Tour de France is Coming Back to Leeds in 2027 – Here’s Everything We Know So Far

Leeds is the stage for another huge international sporting event.

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A Northern Train at Leeds Station

£45 Billion Northern Powerhouse Scheme Set to Transform Yorkshire’s Rail Links

The plans promise quicker journeys, better stations and major regeneration across Yorkshire.

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A hot air balloon flying over the Yorkshire countryside

Where You Can Take a Breathtaking Hot Air Balloon Flight in Yorkshire

Up, up and away!

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A runner jogging down a canalside path

Where to Go for a Winter Run in and Around Leeds

Switch up your running route with these scenic spots.

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The founder of Granborghini with his arm around a senior citizen in front of a supercar

Meet the Sheffield Founder Tackling Senior Loneliness Through Supercars & Heartfelt Conversations

Granborghini is the high-octane initiative that’s giving older people something to smile about.

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A CGI showing the front of the regenerated Cole Brothers store in Sheffield

One of Sheffield’s Most Iconic Landmarks is Set For a New Chapter

A legendary Sheffield building is getting a new lease of life.

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10 of the Greatest Dog Walks in Yorkshire

Time for a pootle with your pooch.

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