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Kirkgate Market launches sustainable delivery service across Leeds

Get your order from the Kirkgate Markets delivered to your doorstep thanks to this new sustainable delivery scheme

Sophie Smith Sophie Smith - 16th November 2021

Leeds' historic Kirkgate markets have launched into the future with a new sustainable delivery service.

You just know that if you're in Leeds and you need something- whether it's a hair grip or a lobster, you'll find it in the Kirkgate Market. But now, thanks to a new online delivery service, you don't even need to pop in to pick up your essentials.

Kirkgate Market has partnered with the online shopping platform Good Sixty, so that LS1-9, 13,16,17, and 28 postcodes can now shop online and have their market goodies delivered right to their doorstep.

Essentially, it's the same as ordering from any other website: you place an order with Good Sixty, then the market traders organise their individual packages before passing them on for delivery.

Leeds Kirkgate Market launches brand new online shopping experience and sustainable local delivery service: Good Sixty Hub Manager Harrison Tunnacliffe outside Leeds Kirkgate Market
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Buyers will receive local next-day delivery every Wednesday - Friday and, best of all, all orders only pay a single delivery fee despite shopping with multiple traders.

For many, this is a chance to bring their stalls to a wider market - and reach more customers ahead of the crucial Christmas shopping period.

Panda Refills, a store participating in the Good Sixty delivery service told The Hoot that it was an "exciting opportunity" for the small business that still allows the store to stick to its sustainable values.

As a zero-waste store, Panda Refills will be using leftover packaging to parcel up their orders.

Other foodie favourites at Kirkgate are also getting involved.

Neil’s Greengrocers, Malcolm Michaels Butchers, Whitaker’s Farmhouse Eggs & Cheese, Ramsden’s Fishmongers, Firth & Payne and Bluebird Bakery as well as Brown’s Sweets and Adam & Eco are all available on the Good Sixty shopping platform.

The markets have been a favourite retail past time for Leeds since the 1800s. / Image: Chemical Engineer

Councillor Kayleigh Brooks, Leeds City Council deputy executive member with responsibility for markets, said: 

“We are excited to be partnering with Good Sixty to offer a delivery service for customers direct from our fantastic traders here at Leeds Kirkgate Market. 

During the pandemic, shopping habits have changed with a huge increase in online shopping.  Teaming up with Good Sixty brings Leeds Kirkgate Market traders’ top quality food straight to customers’ doorsteps, and supports our traders in having access to a wider customer base. 

We look forward to the start of something great which will make it easier than ever before to shop local and support independent Leeds businesses.”

For more information, visit the Leeds Kirkgate Market website.

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Ireland’s famous fast food phenomenon, the spice bag, has landed in Leeds Kirkgate Market

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You can now grab the ultimate hangover cure at our very own Kirkgate Market.

And it comes from none other than The Fisherman's Wife - a Leeds institution that has been serving up fantastic fish and chips for over 60 years.

But now, they're turning their attention to spice bags.

If you have no idea what we're talking about then allow us to fill you in. And we'd recommend pouring yourself an ice cold glass of water, because it's about to get real salty up in here.

The spice bag is an Irish delicacy that is often devoured after a few Guinness on the streets of Dublin, for example.

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It consists of shredded and battered chicken, chips, onions and peppers - all deep fried, loaded into a bag and tossed in lashings of salt and pepper seasoning.

Oh, and of course dipped or lathered in a sauce of your choosing. The classic being curry sauce, obviously.

It's been available in Leeds once before at a pop-up in Trinity Kitchen, but now The Fisherman's Wife is here to make them a permanent option for anyone with that salty craving.

You've got a couple of flavours to choose from too, including peri-peri, plain, salt & chilli and of course the classic salt & pepper.

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You can then add a drizzle of sriracha, curry sauce (obviously) or sticky honey if you're looking for that sweet and salty balance.

The best part? They're selling these for just £6.50.

So next time you've had a few too many the night before, get yourself to The Fisherman's Wife inside Leeds Kirkgate Market's food hall and get yourself a spice bag. You'll be cured in no time.

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Suburb guide: Ten things to do in Headingley at the weekend

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From completing the infamous Otley Run to sipping on a glass of natural wine, there's so much to do in the vibrant neighbourhood of Headingley.

Sandwiched between the two largest universities in Leeds, Headingley is known nationally as the playground of the young professionals, and internationally as the place in the North to watch the cricket.

Just minutes away on the bus from Leeds City Centre, Headingley is a great place to visit on the weekend with plenty of brilliant independents to support from coffee shops to restaurants.

So, here's ten things to do in Headingley over the weekend...

Watch a game at Headingley Stadium

St Michael's Lane, Headingley

Home of Yorkshire Country Cricket Club and Leeds Rhinos, Headingley stadium is the main reason that this little suburb is known worldwide. In the winter, Leeds Rhinos season will keep you entertained, whilst the summer usually sees international test matches on the pitch.

This is the ultimate crowd-pleasing event for anyone interested in sports, and for those that aren’t- there’s plenty of food, drink and activity options within walking distance instead.

Drink a glass of wine at Bottle Chop

14 Weetwood Lane

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Maybe our favourite wine bar in the whole of Leeds, Bottle Chop is a pastel pink paradise serving up a huge selection of natural wine, craft beer and irresistible deli bits.

Stop by for a couple glasses and dive into a charcuterie board alongside it, it's the perfect afternoon activity if you ask us.

Read more: The very best wine bars in Leeds for you to enjoy a glass or two

Slurp ramen at TADA

6 Otley Road

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If you're looking for some authentic Japanese cuisine in an elegant yet casual setting, then get yourself to TADA.

It's a fantastic independent restaurant serving up fresh sushi and the most comforting bowls of ramen ever. The staff are always lovely and happy to guide you with what to order on their extensive menu.

Watch a film at Hyde Park Picture House

Brudenell Road

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Now this is a proper bit of Leeds history. The Hyde Park Picture House is a Grade II listed building that dates all the way back to 1914 and is known for being the last gas-lit cinema in the whole of the UK.

They are community focused and are determined on providing an inclusive space for everyone to learn and discover. Showing a selection of bigger as well as indie films, it's a great spot for cinema lovers to stop by and immerse themselves into a flick.

Shop vinyls at Vinyl Whistle

12 Otley Road

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If you're into vinyls, then Vinyl Whistle is the spot for you. Not only do they stock plenty of records for you to browse, but they also host open decks and gigs for you to get involved with.

Oh and they serve great beer and banging coffee too, what more could you want?

Tuck into traditional Mexican food at Lupe's Cantina

204 Cardigan Road

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Lupe's Cantina is one of those 'if you know, you know' sort of spots and now thanks to us, you do know.

It's a family-run restaurant that's been feeding the people of Leeds for a decade, using traditional recipes passed down from head chef Rudy's family. Here you'll not only find your classic tacos, margaritas and guacamole but it's the standout dishes like the mussels in a creamy chipotle white wine sauce that'll have you going back time and time again.

Read more: Inside Lupe’s Cantina – the family-run Mexican restaurant that’s been serving Leeds for a decade

Get your caffeine fix at one of the many coffee shops

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Okay we might be cheating with this one, but there's so many great coffee shops in Headingley that we couldn't just choose one.

From the experimental brews at Caffeine Addict to a cosy catchup at Loaf followed by a bagel and brew at Fika North, you're really spoilt for choice if you're looking for that morning pick me up. Trust us, just take a stroll through town and you'll find a cracking coffee in no time.

Enjoy some award-winning food at The Swine Bistro

77A Otley Road

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This beautiful restaurant is loved by Leeds locals and it's not hard to see why, run by chef couple Jo and Stu Myers who are basically legends at this point for providing the city with fantastic seasonal food at an affordable price point.

Complete the Otley Run

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Yep, it wouldn't be a Headingley guide without the Otley Run now would it.

It is a true rite of passage to any students who find themselves in Leeds during their studies and a firm favourite for societies and clubs from the various student unions across the city.

Starting at Woodies, the route takes you through fourteen boozers from Far Headingley, into Headingley itself, then towards Hyde Park before heading right into the centre of town – if you get that far.

Officially the route hosts the first eight pubs in Far Headingley and Headingley: Woodies, The Three Horseshoes, New Inn, Headingley Taps, Manahatta, The Box, Skyrack, The Original Oak before runners move onto Hyde Park pubs like The Hyde Park pub, The Library, Pack Horse, The Eldon and The Fenton before arriving at the final pub: The Dry Dock in the city.

Read more: How to spend a weekend in Chapel Allerton – one of Leeds’ most loved suburbs

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