BBC Radio 2 live is hosting two days of live music in Temple Newsam Park on Saturday 17 September and Sunday 18 September 2022.
The event is said to have doubled in size from previous years and will feature performances from your favourite music artists whom are soon to be revealed over the coming weeks.
It was announced this morning by Zoe Ball on her morning radio show that BBC Radio 2 Live will be taking over Temple Newsam Park for two rocking days of live music on Saturday 17 September and Sunday 18 September 2022.
From what used to be 'BBC Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park', the event is now heading up north and will be stretched over two days rather than just one.
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Zoe revealed “It’s official! The news is OUT and I can tell you the whole Radio 2 family can't wait to be in LEEDS this year for Radio 2 Live.
"We are ready for two days of dancing and singing along with our fabulous listeners and some brilliant live acts. Personally, I'm giddy to get my groove on in the Radio 2 DJ Tent!”.
Live in Hyde Park, otherwise known as Radio 2's festival in a day has been running since 2011 and attracts an audience of up to 45,000 music lovers.
The festival is designed to appeal to the over 35 demographic as reflects the Radio 2 listeners but attracts a range of ages.
Previous headliners include Gary Barlow, Kylie Minogue and James Blunt.
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The event is a good alternative to those who love music festivals but want to avoid camping on site. Although this festival will now be taking place over two days, it will still be a day festival with no camping facilities on site.
Although the musical acts are yet to be announced, you can expect performances from 20 different artists covering a range of genres including pop, rock, folk, country and indie. The festival will be hosted by Radio 2 presenters and will be broadcast live on the station, so you can still listen in if you are not able to make it there in person.
The event will be welcomed with open arms as it has been held virtually for the past two years due to the Coronavirus. More information about performers, presenters and tickets will be coming soon.
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Leeds United is home to one of the Premier League’s cheapest stadium pints, new data reveals
Leeds United fans looking for a crisp pre-match pint, you're in luck.
Why? Because new data has revealed Leeds United as one of the Premier League clubs offering the cheapest pints in their stadium
And it's all down to credit card provider Zable, who analysed the average price of a pint at every Premier League stadium.
You'll be glad to know that Leeds United ranked a very respectable eighth among the Premier League teams with the cheapest pre-match pints, with fans paying an average £5.60 at Elland Road.
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However, supporters can currently get a cheaper drink at pubs around the stadium, where the average pint costs £4.74.
Ipswich Town have the cheapest pint at £3.50, followed by Coventry at £3.60 and Hull City at £3.90.
The top 10 cheapest stadium match day pints:
Ipswich (£3.50)
Coventry (£3.60)
Hull City (£3.90)
Liverpool (£4.80)
Sunderland (£5.00)
Everton (£5.50)
Newcastle United (£5.60)
Leeds United (£5.60)
Bournemouth (£5.60)
Brighton & Hove Albion (£5.80)
Adam McAllister at Zable says: "For many fans, grabbing a pint before kick-off is part and parcel of the matchday experience, but our research shows that where you choose to drink can make a noticeable difference to the price. While stadium pints are often assumed to be more expensive, that's not always the case.
"With the cost of attending football continuing to add up, from tickets and travel to food and drinks, small differences like these can make a real impact on the overall cost of a matchday. Taking a little time to compare prices before heading to the stadium this season could help fans make their money go further, whether they choose to have a pint at the pub or inside the ground."
Leeds Bradford Airport workers to strike over half term, as industrial action escalates in dispute over pay
Clementine Hall
Strikes by almost 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are set to escalate.
If you're planning on catching a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport, then you may want to double check the date.
Last week it was announced that workers were set to strike and bring the airport to complete standstill in a dispute over pay.
Today it has been announced that thestrikes are set to escalate and a second set of strikes have been announced.
The Unite members planning on going on strike are a mixture of air traffic control workers, customer experience staff, security staff and cleaners.
The workers involved in the dispute have recently come out of a four-year pay deal, with some of the departments having fallen behind other airports in equivalent roles.
Pay talks have been happening since December 2025, with the airport's formal offer not going far enough to address the lack of pay parity.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: "It is wrong that workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are paid far less than those doing the same job at another nearby airport.
"These are essential workers who play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the airport and the safety of passengers and deserve fair pay. Unite will always fully back our members taking action at Leeds Bradford Airport.”
The original strikes were due to take place from 03:00 this Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for hourly paid staff and from 06:00 Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for air traffic control workers.
The next round of industrial action will now take place from Monday 23 October to Wednesday 2 November, which coincides with the busy half term period.
Unite regional officer Neil Whitaker said: “We appreciate those travelling to and from Leeds Bradford Airport will be concerned to hear that there are further strike dates, but the situation is completely the fault of the airport’s management. It can end this dispute, but that relies on it coming back to the table with a fair deal for our members.”
Clementine Hall -
5th April 2022 
