A much-loved West Yorkshire pub has confirmed its reopening date, one year on since it was devastated by a catastrophic Boxing Day fire.
A huge blaze tore through the 3 Acres Inn gastropub in 2023, and it's been closed to the public ever since.
But this week they've finally been in a position to confirm their reopening date later this year, almost 18 months since the heartbreaking incident.
The 3 Acres Inn announced the news in a post on Boxing Day, the one-year anniversary of the fire, writing: "Are you ready for our new story to begin…?"
3 Acres Inn has announced its reopening date, one year on from a catastrophic fire. Credit: Instagram, @3acresinn
The popular gastropub near Huddersfield has also been sharing sneak peeks of the major renovation taking place inside, including a new oyster bar, a new kitchen, and a wine room.
The 3 Acres Inn has confirmed it's set to finally reopen on Sunday 18 May 2025.
At the time of the fire last year, they wrote: "The fire on Boxing Day has been catastrophic and heartbreaking for the 3 Acres family. We are only just starting to understand the extent of the damage, and it’s going to be one hell of a road to recovery - but man are we up for the challenge.
"We would like to thank all of our loyal customers, colleagues, family, friends, strangers and alike for all their kind words, condolences, support, love and offer of help and assistance from far and wide. We feel incredibly humbled by the outpouring of support, and will continue to keep you updated as the clean up process begins."
This week they shared: "Today, exactly one year since the fire, we are delighted to announce The 3 Acres will reopen its doors on Sunday 18th May 2025!
"Online reservations will go live on Monday 6th January via our website, so mark your diary — and happy booking!
One of the city's best independents is expanding into a bigger premises.
Shokupan on Wellington Street is a proper little gem that food-lovers across Leeds will rave nonstop about if given the opportunity.
Husband and wife team Alan and Alison took inspiration from trips around the world to bring a taste of Japan to the city and over the past few years it's gained a loyal following.
They're famed for their delicious Japanese sandos made with pillow-like fluffy shokupan bread, stuffed with everything from crunchy chicken katsu and flavourful pork to fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
But it's not all just about sandwiches, they also serve rice bowls and katsu curries as well as small bites such as chicken karaage and octopus balls.
Their food is so bloody good, that they've had to find a better location and this time it's slap bang in the city centre on Central Road.
And they're joining brilliant company too, with the likes of House of Koko and Vinyl Grounds as neighbours.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Shokupan said: "You guessed right…we are moving to Central Road, LS1 6DE. We are nearly there…
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"All the building work is complete and now we are finishing off the decorating. You might also start to see some signage appearing over the next few days…It has been lovely seeing some of our customers dropping by to see us whilst we slowly lose our sanity.
"Powered on caffeine and determination! Not long to go before we can announce our opening date and welcome you through the doors."
We can't wait to check out the new space, keep an eye on their opening date here.
Cult favourite burger chain Burgerism is officially coming to Leeds this August
Clementine Hall
An award-winning burger chain is coming to one of Leeds' suburbs.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Delicious.
And it's not just burgers, they've also got some great wings and fries available too with a range of homemade sauces on offer for dunking, drizzling and devouring. We're a particular fan of the buffalo wings with their garlic ranch dip.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meanwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
And the plans have now been approved, which means Burgerism will officially be coming to Leeds. Hurray!
Burgerism's new takeaway will be walking distance from the The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
It will be strictly takeaway with no dine-in option available.
The brand-new Burgerism will employ 15 people from the local area with food being served between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, but for now we're aware that Burgerism Leeds is set to open this August.
Daisy Jackson -
27th December 2024 
