There's nothing quite like grabbing a pint in a cosy bar, watching the world go by as the water taxis speeding up and down the water.
The weather outside has got all of Leeds on the hunt for warm and inviting spaces that leave the frost at the door- and preferably supplies a range of seasonal food and drinks to warm up with.
Calls Landing has been long known for its flourishing drinks scene, and now SALT Calls Landing has brought a brand new addition- with some seriously tasty options that are perfect for the changing of the seasons.
Having just opened last month, the new bar is certainly one to check out. SALT has combined the best of its on-tap cocktails and beers to life with quick service, friendly staff and a wide range of unbelievable flavours that offer, as well as bringing in a huge new range of tequilas and foodie options too.
This is the ideal spot to unwind after a hard day's graft in the city centre and as a Saturday night watering hole to bring the weekend to life. The combination of intimately lit interiors, comfy seats and huge selection of drinks means no matter what day of the week you're in, you'll feel right at home.
You'll spend hours tucked away here without realising. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
The food selection truly embodies the meaning of 'winter warmers'. All lovingly made by The Pie Hole, expect copious amounts of thick gravy with pies, poured over delicious pies stuffed with classic fillings like peppered steak and ale; cheese and onion; chicken, bacon and mushroom; slow roast pork and cider or opt for the inventive slow cooked chicken curry, or veggie-friendly sweet potato, caramelised onion and goat's cheese selection.
The pork pies also come highly recommended. Make your way through flavours like black pudding and apple; hog roast and chilli jam and ham to find your new favourite combo.
There's also crispy turnovers with pork meatballs and tomatoes; potato hash, beans and cheddar; and the classics, but none-the-less exciting, cheddar and smoked bacon.
Served as a full meal with creamy mash and mushy peas, or as a standalone snack, foodie options here start from a fiver, making it the ideal spot to tuck into some grub without breaking the bank (and don't we all need that right now).
All pies come with thick, moreish gravy. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
Drinkwise you're just as spoilt for choice.
We reckon there's one of the largest tequila selections in town here.
Choose from imaginative cocktails and perfect serves bringing new life to the trendy spirit, including the oak-aged Patron Añejo, which combines notes of vanilla, raisin, honey, caramel and a smokiness that's seriously moreish - and that's just the beginning.
Check out the gin selection, as well as the renowned SALT 'on-tap' cocktails for some of the speediest service in town. We're talking Passionfruit and Espresso Martinis, Rum Punch and (our favourite) the sweet Strawberry and Rhubarb Cosmos.
The 'on-tap' cocktails here are unreal. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
There's also every ale and lager you've come to know and love from SALT brewery available too for those that prefer their long-standing favourites wherever they go.
Ask at the bar to find out the latest on their ever-growing selection of brews before grabbing a nestling down into a cosy corner for the evening, view of the gorgeous Leeds canal included, of course.
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Leeds cinemas are offering tickets to see big blockbusters for just £4 this weekend
You can watch some of the year’s biggest blockbusters for just £4 this weekend.
That’s because, to celebrate National Cinema Weekend (5-6 September), Vue has announced that it’ll be offering cut-price tickets to everything from the latest blockbusters and family favourites, to indie horrors and classic re-releases so you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the full cinematic experience this autumn.
Some of the highlights currently showing that you’ll be able to see for just £4 include summer hits like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Toy Story 5, as well as the recent release of Ridley Scott’s latest film, The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi.
Family favourites such as Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, and Cars will also be screening over National Cinema Weekend.
Meanwhile, horror fans can also catch new releases Insidious: Out of the Further, and indie horror Leviticus, or see the year’s biggest horror hit, Obsession, if you haven’t already.
The best bit about the offer? It applies to every seat on every showing, all weekend long. Just pass us the popcorn now.
This means that film lovers can enjoy Vue’s biggest and comfiest seats, Ultra Lux, which are strategically positioned to give the best possible view of the big screen – with extra-wide armrests, back and leg rests that recline independently, a personal table for snacks and beverages, and a state-of-the-art wine cooler, all for just £4 each.
“We encourage everyone to make the most of the celebration and enjoy a film at Vue.”
National Cinema Weekend returns for 2026 this Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September, and you can book tickets on the Vue website here.
Major DJ has set cancelled as overcrowding concerns continue at Leeds Festival
Clementine Hall
After closing for the entire second day, The Warehouse stage at Leeds Festival has once again been forced to evacuate.
One of the most anticipated dance acts of the day has been cancelled due to health and safety concerns just moments before the set.
Sheffield DJ Silva Bumpa was due to take to The Warehouse stage today at 1:30pm, but the set was cancelled due to overcrowding.
It's not the first time this has happened at Leeds Festival 2026, as yesterday Omar+'s set was cancelled due to the same issue and the stage was subsequently closed for the rest of the day.
The Warehouse stage is completely new for this year, and supposedly is designed specifically for dance music...which is quite ironic.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Silva Bumpa said: "So so sorry Leeds Fest but due to over crowding my set was cancelled last min I was just behind the stage and got told right before such a massive shame."
Prospa, another prominent DJ who's set was cancelled at Reading on Friday afternoon, spoke up on the situation: "We are disappointed in The Warehouse stage closure at Reading Festival. We were told it wasn't possible to play whilst on the way. This was due to too many people outside the stage.
"We have seen this happen before at larger festivals in the UK. It's time to double the capacity of tents or put dance music on the main stage."
It comes after another dance stage, LS23, was closed mid-set last night due to a health and safety hazard when all the lights suddenly switched off and ravers were forced to evacuate.
If yesterday is anything to go by, we wouldn't be surprised if The Warehouse was closed for the rest of the day which means anticipated sets from Rossi and Mall Grab will also be cancelled.