Pangaea Home is a shining example of how you can decorate your home sustainably.
Filled with practical and aesthetic interior furnishings and appliances, Pangaea Home is a 'sustainable where possible' brand.
This means that, for the founders, there was "no long winded story to our existence, no epiphany moment happened, and we were not born out of a desire to banish all the 'bad' things in world and pressure you into living in a log cabin in the woods".
To put it simply, there's a "none wasteful attitude to life and a passion for homeware" store that's available at your fingertips.
These cushion covers are made entirely from recycled plastic. / Image: Pangaea Home UK
At Pangaea, it's all about making those lifestyle changes that are realistic. The new Leeds-based business are showing the city that it's entirely possible to find quality, unique and sustainable products that are fit for any home.
With the promise that products "will last a lifetime above ground, or a very brief time below ground", you can rest assured that your in good hands.
You can't even tell that most of the Pangaea Home range come from recycled products: take these rugs for example.
They have stain and UV resistance, suitable for asthma sufferers, soft and easy-to-wash, yet they're made from recycle plastic.
Recycled Pet Yarn Throw from Pangaea Home. / Image: Pangaea Home UK
These are just a few of the great finds that Pangaea will be offering to Leeds and surrounding areas.
The eco-company will be charging £1 for delivery to LS27 and BD11 postcodes. The cost will go towards planting a tree for each delivery, and the package will be delivered with no packaging to reduce unnecessary waste.
The founders of the eco-company believe that they are bringing sustainable change through realistic incentives:
"Nowadays there are so many highly stressful and pressuring messages that we see in the news, on TV and on social media surrounding sustainability and living an eco-friendly lifestyle.
There is so much conflicting information that it de-motivates us and leads us to think 'what i do won't even make a difference'.
What we provide will hopefully help you make that difference."
One of Leeds' most iconic brands is expanding with two city centre openings.
Coffee lovers, you're going to love this one.
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.
One of their brand-new locations inside the Victoria Quarter will be opening next Monday 1 June.
Their new kiosk will be located outside Jo Malone London and marks the brand’s third site in Leeds.
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To celebrate the launch, North Star will be giving away 50 free coffees a day from Tuesday 2 June until Friday 5 June - a total of 200 free drinks across the opening week. Customers will be able to claim any coffee from the menu, with one free drink per person available on a first come, first served basis, each day.
Their other new site is expected to be on Great George Street, and we'll keep you updated with any news on that one as and when we know more.
Speaking about the opening, Holly Kragiopoulos, Co-founder of North Star, said: “Opening a third site in the centre of Leeds feels incredibly special for us. Leeds has always been at the heart of North Star, so being able to bring our coffee into Victoria Quarter is a huge milestone.
"We wanted to celebrate by giving something back to the city and welcoming both loyal regulars and new customers with free coffee throughout our opening week.”
Thor’s Tipi chosen as the new operator to create a ‘distinctly Yorkshire’ Leeds Christmas Market 2026
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Leeds City Council has appointed Thor's tipi as the new operator of Leeds Christmas Market 2026 on City Square.
We hate to mention the C word in May... especially in the midst of a heatwave, but just bare with us on this one.
The beloved Leeds Christmas Market will have a new operator this year, as creators of pop-up seasonal bars Thor's Tipi have been given the responsibility by Leeds City Council.
So, what's going to be different?
Thor's tipi will create a ‘distinctly Yorkshire’ retail, craft and food market which celebrates Leeds identity.
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The market will feature a Yorkshire based line-up, full of popular local names and Leeds street food legends and a series of cabins will also be reserved for local craft businesses and emerging artisans.
Alongside plenty of shopping and eating options, the Christmas Market will become a full-on-festive experience for visitors. There will be winter games and karaoke huts in an Alpine Lodge, the original THOR’S tipi - complete with its signature firepit seating area, free live music from local artists, school choirs & community performances throughout the season.
There will also be a host of family-friendly events, including a ‘Leeds Night Before Christmas’ trail, family raves and free craft tables.
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Amanda Monaghan, Director of THOR’S tipi, said: "This is our eleventh year in Leeds and we’re super excited to bring the most beautiful Christmas Market to City Square! We’re especially looking forward to speaking with local traders about how we can showcase their talents. Get in touch if you’d like to be involved! We’d love to have you on-board.”
Councillor Salma Arif, Leeds City Council's executive member for economy, said: "We're delighted that Leeds will be welcoming a Christmas market again this year with a new look and that visitors will once again have the chance to experience the wonders of the festive season at the heart of the city centre.”
“As always, the council is committed to working with partners and providers to bring high quality and exciting events to the city. We know Christmas is always a special time in Leeds, and this year is set to be a memorable one."
Sophie Smith -
12th November 2021 
