The free, feel-good event will feature yoga, dog cuddles and a wellness masterclass with NEOM.
Taking place this weekend on Sunday 25 September 2022 in Victoria Gate Leeds, those looking for a surge of serotonin will be able to find it in abundance.
The session will begin at 10am with a 45 minute yoga class led by local yogi partner Yoga Kula, this will then be followed by warm, furry cuddles with special puppy guests from The Cuddle Club.
And if that's not enough to lift your spirits, you'll then be invited to the wellness masterclass led by NEOM inside their store.
Image: Victoria Leeds
Here you'll learn all about sleep and it's importance for our wellbeing, experts at NEOM will be giving out all the tips and tricks on how to get a better night's sleep.
Following the talk, guests can enjoy guided shopping time with 15% discount on full price items, plus some free goodies will be on offer so you can put what you've learnt at the session into practice at home. I mean, who doesn't love a freebie?
The puppy love will then continue for a further two-and-a-half hours where guests can cuddle til their heart's content with the adorable furry friends on parade.
Image: The Cuddle Club
The session is the perfect opportunity to sample the practices of Yoga Kula before they get ready to take up residency at Sweaty Betty’s private yoga studio inside Victoria Quarter later this Autumn.
From Dynamic Vinyasa Flow to Groundin Yin Yoga and calming meditation, Yoga Kula are experts in providing the most authentic and inclusive sessions.
Jo Coburn, Senior General Manager at Victoria Leeds, said: “Looking after our physical and mental wellbeing is essential all year round, however this is particularly important as we move into darker nights.
Image: Victoria Leeds
“This event is all about positive energy and giving people a much-needed boost. What better way to do that than with dogs, yoga, and advice and products from wellness experts.”
Spaces for this fantastic session are extremely limited, so if you fancy a serotonin boost then be sure to act fast. You can register here on the Victoria Gate website.
A bookshop in Leeds is inviting its customers to vandalise Harry Potter books for charity.
Well, this is definitely one we haven't seen before.
The Bookish Type on Great George Street in Leeds is a fabulous independently-owned queer bookshop that prides itself on being a safe space for all.
They're raising money for trans healthcare by inviting customers to vandalise Harry Potter novels for just 25p per go.
A bargain if you ask us, and all for a good cause. And don't worry, all the books are second hand and have been donated.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
If you're not understanding the immediate connection between the two, then allow us to fill you in.
J.K. Rowling, the author of the famous Harry Potter novels, has over recent years expressed transphobic comments and anti-trans political beliefs on social media.
Yesterday, Wednesday 25 March, the trailer for the new HBO Max Harry Potter series was released which has encouraged many people to speak out against Rowling and claim she should no longer be supported.
So, The Bookish Type are showing support for the trans community and asking those who feel frustrated to have a doodle and whilst they're at it, donate to a good cause.
If you're not able to make it into the shop, The Bookish Type have said "You will soon be able to donate online and we will personally deface a page with your message/doodle/scribble."
We're absolutely obsessed.
Find out more about The Bookish Type and if you can, pop in for a browse and a doodle whilst you're at it.
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Leeds to be transformed into a giant board game as Trivial Pursuit takes over the city
Clementine Hall
Leeds is set to become a giant board game this summer as Trivial Pursiot arrives in the city centre to celebrate a landmark moment in its history.
To mark 400 years since Leeds was granted its royal charter, LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District) is transforming the city into a live interactive version of Hasbro’s iconic Trivial Pursuit board game, inviting residents and visitors to test their knowledge of all things Leeds.
It follows the huge success of the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover back in summer 2024 and this year, LeedsBID is once again working with leading game, IP and toy company Hasbro to bring another of its iconic games to life.
This time, the focus is on the stories, achievements and surprising facts that have shaped Leeds over four centuries.
Running from 25 July to 30 August 2026, the free experience will see participants journey across the city centre answering questions and collecting wedges, just like the classic trivia game.
Key locations will represent the six traditional Trivial Pursuit categories: Entertainment, Geography, Sports & Leisure, Science and Nature, History, and Art & Literature.
Matt Proulx, Senior Vice President of Global Experiences, Partnerships and Music at Hasbro said: “After the incredible response to the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover in 2024, we’re proud to collaborate with LeedsBID once again to reimagine another iconic brand in a bold new way.
"This is exactly how we think about Global Experiences at Hasbro - taking our brands beyond the table and creating experiences that are social, shareable and deeply connected to the communities they celebrate."
Andrew Cooper, Chief Executive of LeedsBID, said: “TRIVIAL PURSUIT Leeds is about celebrating everything about this great city, from those headline facts and figures people know to the lesser-known surprising details and discoveries.
“LeedsBID’s raison d’etre is to put Leeds on the map and tell the stories and successes of the city. Trivial Pursuit Leeds is doing just that, providing a free, fun and entertaining activity for all ages while sharing new and interesting achievements of this amazing place.”
Clementine Hall -
21st September 2022 
