Get ready to shop, because an artisan market is heading to Leeds.
If you're asking us what our perfect Sunday afternoon sounds like, then it's grabbing an oat milk flat white and perusing a local market.
And luckily for us Leeds kitchen, bar and events space, Fearns, has announced that they will once again be joining forces with Leeds Dock Estate and Tilly & Primrose Markets to host its second collaborative artisan market.
Following the successful debut earlier this year, new dates have been confirmed for the market at Fearns on Sunday 28 September, Sunday 26 October, Sunday 30 November, and Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December. Now that's a lot of opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done.
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The market is giving Leeds locals the opportunity to browse products from independent businesses showcasing their work; from handcrafted accessories and artwork to locally-sourced, fresh produce.
Not only that, but you can also enjoy a carefully curated food and drink menu from Fearns whilst browsing the market.
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Holly Brown, owner of Tilly and Primrose Markets, commented: “I’m excited to bring our artisan market to Leeds Dock once more. Fearns is a beautiful space that really allows independent makers and creatives to shine, and it’s wonderful to see such a strong appetite in the city for supporting local talent.”
Dan White, Sales & Marketing Manager at Shiko Group, added:“We’re delighted to welcome Tilly & Primrose Markets to Fearns and establish Leeds Dock as a destination for creativity, community, and independent businesses. The markets are a fantastic opportunity for visitors to shop local and support small businesses in a unique setting, and this regular event will be a fantastic addition to the area.”
And if you're looking to get in on the action and trade yourself, a selection of stall sizes are available which start at just £25.
Yard Act are back as they announce first round of UK headline dates since 2024.
We are so, so back.
It's been a few years, but Yard Act have just announced a small selection of UK gigs for later in the year including a homecoming gig at the O2 Academy on Friday 6 November.
The dates follow the band’s first show of the year at the 6Music Festival this Friday across The Pennines in Manchester.
After Leeds, the lads will be performing shows at the O2 Victoria Warehouse on Friday 13 November before making their way down south to the O2 Academy in Brixton on Thursday 26 November.
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Yard Act completed the touring for their critically acclaimed second album Where’s My Utopia? with a victory lap back home at the 5000 capacity Millennium Square in Leeds in August 2024.
It was a record that brought a stark change of pace to the acerbic, post-punk of their debut, embracing something altogether more playful and bringing a different energy. It shifted the dynamic on stage too, with the addition of dancing backing singers and additional musicians and openly challenged listeners to reconsider who they thought Yard Act were.
Since then, the band have remained active, whether writing Where’s My Utopia’s follow-up on scratching the itch to get back on stage, heading out across the UK and Europe with The Hives, which was preceded by an intimate one-off show at Blackpool Tower last May.
Following a lengthy stint in the studio, the band now look to the Autumn for three big UK dates and we cannot wait.
Tickets go on artist presale from 10am on Wednesday 25 March before hitting general sale at 10am on Friday 27 March. Sign up here.
Viral brunch cafe Acai and the Tribe is coming to Leeds city centre this spring
Clementine Hall
Leeds health nuts assemble, because acai bowls and superfood smoothies are coming to a city near you.
Incase you've been living under a rock for the past year or so, you may not be clued up on the whole acai bowl trend that has been sweeping up the nation.
Acai is a super berry grown and harvested in the Amazon rainforest, and not only is it absolutely delicious but it has a myriad of health benefits.
Acai and the Tribe first opened four years ago in Manchester, and ever since then it's only gone from strength to strength opening up three other locations across the country.
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Next stop? Leeds. And we couldn't be happier about it.
So, what can we expect from this aesthetically-pleasing and ultra trendy female-owned business? Well, loaded acai bowls that look almost too good to eat, superfood smoothies, coffees, matcha and savoury options like avocado toast.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Acai and the Tribe said: "You asked, we listened. LEEDS… your new lifestyle arrives soon."
They will be opening on 88 Vicar Lane as part of the Vicar Lane regeneration scheme, which has already scene some great new restaurants being announced such as Sticks'n'Sushi and Dishoom.
It seems like this part of town is suddenly going to be the place to be, and we're very happy to see it.
We'll keep you updated with opening dates as and when we know more but for now, you can find out more about Acai and the Tribe here.
Clementine Hall -
15th September 2025 
