Known for bringing the centuries-old game of shuffleboard to a cool new crowd, Electric Shuffle has just opened in Leeds city centre.
From the masterminds behind Flight Club comes Electric Shuffle, and both concepts can now be found within walking distance of each other on The Headrow.
They opened their doors on Friday 28 October 2022 and the exciting launch marks the first Electric Shuffle outside of London.
Electric Shuffle Leeds boasts 9 shuffleboard playing areas within a beautiful, Grade II listed building, and a spectacular bar with a striking blue front.
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The interior is eclectic, modern and eye-catching, creating a buzzing atmosphere which makes it the perfect Saturday night hot spot where you can battle amongst your friends whilst enjoying a cocktail or two.
So what is shuffleboard you might ask? With a rich history spanning hundreds of years, shuffleboard is as much a game of skill as it is luck. Simply slide your pucks amongst the electric shuffleboard and keep your fingers crossed for a heroic victory.
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It's recommended that you book a 90-minute slot for a game which costs just £11 per person. Groups of up to 16 can play together, choosing from 4 uniquely competitive games designed to keep things competitive and amplify the excitement.
And if you're feeling hungry mid-shuffle, then don't worry as there's a delicious menu full of tasty food for you to order off and refuel. There's even handy “press for service” buttons meaning that not a moment of gameplay has to be missed, leaving more time for teams to discuss tactics.
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CEO Steve Moore, who co-founded Electric Shuffle and Flight Club said “We are beyond excited to throw open the doors to Electric Shuffle in Leeds! We have loved being part of Leeds’ incredible hospitality scene so much with Flight Club and look forward to seeing our customers create more epic memories together with us.
“It feels even more special that this is our first Electric Shuffle outside of London, and we can't wait for everyone to get their game on”
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To book your slot and try your hand at shuffling, take a look at their website.
One of Leeds' most iconic brands is expanding yet again.
North Star Coffee Roasters are one of the early pioneers of specialty coffee in the North of England and among the UK’s first B Corp-certified coffee roasters.
They've been keeping the people of Leeds awake since 2013, and you'll find their coffee across the country as well as at their current city centre locations.
And there really is no stopping them as just one month after opening a lovely kiosk in the famed Victoria Quarter, North Star is opening another site on Great George Street. Hurrah!
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You can find the new North Star opposite the LGI, sporting its fabulous bright colours that will be sure to wake you up even if the coffee doesn't.
At this site there will be all the caffeinated beverages as well as house-made bakes and sandwiches available to grab-and-go.
And we don't have long to wait to check it out, as they'll be opening their doors this Monday 27 July.
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“While it’s easy to focus on the challenges facing hospitality, we still believe deeply in the role that cafés play in our city's community,” said Holly Kragiopoulos, CEO of North Star Coffee Roasters.
“They are places where people come together, to meet, to pause, to connect. Choosing to invest now is a reflection of our belief in Leeds, and in the long-term value of creating spaces people genuinely want to spend time in.”
“These new sites allow us to create meaningful opportunities for both new and existing team members,” Holly added.
“Hospitality is ultimately about people - both those we serve and those who make the experience possible. As a Leeds-born business, we’re incredibly proud to continue investing in our city. The support we’ve had from day one is what’s made this growth possible.”
Bus operator partners with Leeds hospitals to help mums-to-be make vital appointments
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First Bus is partnering with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust to support vulnerable women during pregnancy.
The bus operator is providing an incredible 1,000 day tickets to help vulnerable mums-to-be make appointments.
The free travel passes can be provided by maternity teams to women mainly from minority or disadvantaged communities, helping them to attent important check-ups and appointments.
A recent review of records estimates that 100 pregnant women every month struggle to make hospital appointments as they have no access to funding support or face other barriers to transport.
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First Bus will provide 100 day tickets per month until March 2027 for midwives to distribute to women based on travel needs following a financial assessment which is carried out during their initial appointment with the maternity team.
Nada Abdul-Majid, Specialist Midwife Health Equity at the Trust, said: “I’ve seen first-hand how women struggle to get to their hospital appointments if they don’t have enough money to use public transport.
“Our Haamla team carry out home visits to these vulnerable women however, it is important that families are able to travel to the hospital for scans, doctors’ appointments, labour and obstetric emergencies.”
Zoe Hands, Managing Director of First Bus Franchising which includes the West Yorkshire region, said: “Supporting communities in the areas we serve means, where we can, being able to assist people in all stages of life. Nothing can be more important than helping to ensure the health and welfare of mothers-to-be and the benefits this will bring to their newborn children.
“We’re pleased to be working in partnership with the Trust and seeing the positive impact our travel support can make to the lives of vulnerable women in Leeds.
“We’re really grateful to First Bus for providing these tickets for women so they can receive maternity care without worrying about the cost of travel to and from appointments,” added Nada. “This will make a real difference to mothers and babies.”
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