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Brand-new ‘party pub’ to take over the old Revolution site on Call Lane after £600,000 investment

Clementine Hall - 24th September 2026

We hope you're ready to party Leeds, because a 'party pub' experience is coming to Call Lane.

Following a whopping £600,000 investment, Bonnie Rogues is preparing to open in the former Revolution site in Leeds city centre that will close this month.

After a major refurbishment, Leeds’ first Bonnie Rogues venue and the sixth site for the fast-
growing UK brand will open in November 2026.

Designed as an all-day-to-night social destination, Bonnie Rogues combines live music, live sport, and late-night celebrations in one immersive venue.

From big nights out to spontaneous after-work drinks and even Sunday Roasts, Bonnie Rogues aims to offer something completely different from the traditional pub experience.

Expect live performances, crowd-involved entertainment and interactive moments in an atmosphere that flows seamlessly from day to night.

Russell Quelch, CEO of NEOS Hospitality, said, “Leeds has such a strong social scene and a real appetite
for experience-led venues, so we think Bonnie Rogues will fit perfectly into the city.

"It’s a concept that brings together everything people love about going out - live music, sport, food, entertainment and great atmosphere, all in one place. We’re excited to bring something new to Leeds and can’t wait to welcome guests later this year.”

The Leeds opening forms part of a wider rollout of Bonnie Rogues venues across the UK, as NEOS
Hospitality continues to expand its portfolio following its acquisition of multiple Revolution and Revolución de Cuba sites earlier this year.

We'll keep you updated with opening dates as and when we know more.

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Embark on a magical Christmas adventure this festive season at Gulliver’s Valley Resort

Clementine Hall

Get ready for an array of Christmas celebrations for all the family at Gulliver's Valley Theme Park Resort Rotherham.

The most wonderful time of the year is on its way, and if you're looking to really get in the spirit with the whole family then we've got just the thing for you.

Starting from Saturday 14 November, guests can embark on a magical trip through the winter wonderland to visit Santa where all children will receive a free present as well enjoy plenty of festive activities.

These include the one and only Santa's enchanted elevator, an enchanted virtual flight straight to the North Pole taking guests through snowy skies before landing right at Santa's Grotto.

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Not only that, but families can also visit the beautiful Land of Lights which will be returning to Gulliver's Valley from Sunday 8 November.

Featuring a one-mile route, the Land of Lights includes beautiful illuminated trails and magnificent lantern displays for the whole family to 'oooh' and 'aaah' at.

Gulliver's Valley in Rotherham will be offering a variety of Christmas packages, so you can get the best experience for you.

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Phil Bracegirdle, resort manager at Gulliver’s Valley, said: “We’re not sure where this year has gone to, it has zipped by so quickly - and we’re now all set for Christmas, the most magical time of the year! All our family favourite packages are there to guarantee a wonderful festive time for everyone. We are thrilled to have the Land of Lights back at the park for the second year running - it was so popular with families, who were dazzled by the incredible displays.

“You can buy standalone tickets for Land of Lights or our Twinkle package includes Christmas activities alongside a visit to the dazzling lantern festival.”

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The peak-time packages start at just £27 per person with the ‘Smasher’, which includes selected outdoor Christmas rides and attractions, indoor attractions, a visit to the Dragon’s Lair, and the chance to explore Santa’s house and meet him in his grotto, where children can choose a gift from the Elf Workshop.

Guests can enjoy a ‘Festive Breakfast’ package for £33 per person, which includes everything featured in the ‘Smasher’, along with the chance to see Gully’s Christmas Show, alongside a breakfast to keep you fuelled for the day.

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The ‘Cracker’ package, at £34 per person, features everything in the ‘Festive Breakfast’ but comes with dinner rather than breakfast and the ‘Twinkle’ package, at £39 per person, includes entry to the magical Land of Lights Lantern Festival.

And it doesn't stop there, there are also two off-peak packages – ‘Tinsel Tots’ at £15 per person and ‘Dancer’ at £19 per person.

All packages include a trip on Santa’s Enchanted Elevator.

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Seen as though it is Christmas, why not add an overnight stay to your trip in the fantastic range of accommodation on offer, which includes Western and Woodland Lodges, Princess and JCB Suites, and Dinosaur and Unicorn-themed Lodges.

The best part? The park’s is offering a special Christmas 2026 sale of 25% discount on the Smasher, Cracker and Festive Breakfast packages for day visits on 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th 29th November and 21st December.

To find out more about these deals and to book your tickets, visit Gulliver's Valley Resort's website here.

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Leeds has been crowned one of the most ‘stressful’ locations in the UK to drive in

Lydia Mastrolonardo

Consider yourself a confident driver? Have a drive through Leeds.

Have you ever had the joy of driving the wrong way up a one-way road in Leeds City Centre? Perfect - then you know what we’re on about.

Whether you still have your L-plates on or you consider yourself a pro, driving can be anxiety inducing at the best of times, never mind when you’re in an unfamiliar area, with unclear signage and your passenger is reading the map upside down.

MoneySuperMarket recently conducted a study, to investigate where UK drivers felt least safe. It also uncovered that more than 8 in 10 UK drivers have avoided driving somewhere due to the journey feeling too stressful or difficult. We can’t be having that - nobody should have to miss out on visiting our lovely city.

Leeds sadly ranked as the fourth most stressful UK location to drive in, with an Overall Drivability Score of 25, closely following Manchester, then Derby, and Croydon at number one.

This was contrasted by Bath, which was named the ‘UK's easiest place to drive,’ where vehicle traffic has fallen by 0.9% over the last decade. To add insult to industry, Leeds racked up a whopping 6,000 road incidents, compared to the 357 incidents in Bath, in 2024.

The study analysed multiple factors, including road infrastructure, the numbers of road incidents, increasing traffic volumes, and higher levels of concern about vehicle crime, to conclude which locations drivers found most stressful.

It found that the top three sources of stress were dealing with aggressive or impatient drivers, driving in bad weather and driving in an unfamiliar area.

Carmine Mastrogiacomo, driving expert at Drive Therapy, revealed some ways that drivers can build their confidence on the road: "Confidence comes from experience. Start with routes you already know and repeat them regularly to build comfort. Gradually introduce new routes and challenges, setting realistic goals that stretch your ability without feeling overwhelming.

"If anxiety starts while driving, slowing your breathing can help your body relax. Try breathing in through your nose for four seconds, pausing, then breathing out through your mouth for six seconds. Practise this outside the car first, then use it when needed while driving.”

We may not be able to do anything about the weather, but come on - we can definitely curb (pardon the pun) that road rage and try to bring Leeds out of the top four this year.

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