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The best places to spend New Year’s Eve in Leeds 2024

Here's to 2025!

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It’s time to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025, so let’s do it in style.

The final night of 2024 is almost upon us (no, we can’t quite believe it either), and if you’re anything like us, your attention has probably only just turned to what’s on in the city this time of year.

Whether you’re after an indulgent set menu to enjoy with friends and family or looking for somewhere to let your hair down one last time for the year, we’ve got you covered.

We’ve pulled together a list of where in Leeds you can bring in the New Year, keep reading to find out.

Bundobust

What better place to bring in the new year than everyone’s favourite Indian street food spot. Yes you read that correctly, Bundobust is hosting a special bottomless brunch New Years Eve extravaganza and we absolutely can’t wait. 

Find out more here.

Roxy

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Large groups and mates dates alike might be looking for something a little more stimulating that sitting in the bar, and all Roxy venues in Leeds will be offering a jam-packed evening of games aplenty to choose from to fill your New Year’s Eve.

Expect bowling, beer pong, ice-free curling, karaoke, shooting hoops, pouring pints and even a dedicated bar space at each venue to unwind, catch up and embrace one of the biggest nights in the city of the year.

Activity costs vary per game and venue, but can be booked on the Roxy website.

Book an evening at Roxy Lanes or Roxy Ball Room here.

The Cut and Craft

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Get ready for an evening of luxury with a three course meal at one of Leeds' most beautiful restaurants.

On arrival you'll be greeted with a glass of champagne and after dinner you'll get to party away on the dance floor celebrating the big moment with an impressive countdown, all for just £100 per person.

Book your table here.

The Wardrobe

Bring in the New Year at one of Leeds’ most loved music venues. 

At this event you’ll get a taste of everything The Wardrobe has to offer – we’re talking delicious food, hilarious comedy, great live music and a night full of DJ’s to get you dancing into the early hours. 

Book here.

Green Room

Everyone’s favourite rooftop bar will be celebrating New Year’s Eve the only way they know how, in style. 

Enjoy a champagne reception, signature cocktails served all night long and banging DJ’s providing the tunes til 4am. This is a party you don’t want to miss out on. 

Book your tickets here.

The Domino Club

Get underground and experience one of the coolest New Years Eve events that the city has to offer.

Your ticket price includes a cocktail on arrival, a glass of fizz for the countdown and a special engraved Domino that gives you a year of free entry as well as a load of other perks.

Find out more here.

Manahatta

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Take a trip to the big apple this New Year’s Eve at Manahatta Merrion Street and Manahatta Headingley.

Get ready for music that’ll get you dancing, a huge selection of drinks and an ultimate party atmosphere. The best part? Free entry.

Neighbourhood

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Join Neighbourhood for a day of NYE celebrations featuring their iconic bottomless brunches, a special set menu and so much more.

With events kicking off throughout the day, there’s something for everyone to bring in the New Year to. Find out more on Neighbourhood’s website.

Read more: Inside the Leeds neighbourhood pub that’s been transformed into the magical world of Narnia

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Big name restaurant closes Leeds city centre site after seven years

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A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.

Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.

The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.

The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.

Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.

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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.

It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.

This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.

Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.

“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”

The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.

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Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first

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A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.

Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.

Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in. 

Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.

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It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.

Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.

The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.

While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.

Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.

The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.

If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.

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