You don't need to tell us twice that Leeds has some of the best places to live in the UK.
The Sunday Times has kept Leeds in it's official "best places to live" list, with nearby spa town of Ilkley taking the top spot in 2022 (and has had a spot on the list for the past 11 years).
So it's safe to say we're not short of highly-regarded places to eat, shop and live.
But now, the Sunday Telegraph has added Boston Spa to this list of swoon-worthy suburbs, as one of "England's most desirable – and exclusive – areas to live" in.
The feature explored a wealth of popular destinations across the country, but when it came to highlighting the 'Yorkshire Corridor', the LS23 village was the first one the list as 'one of the most "desirable" villages, well loved for its Georgian architecture".
The article specifically highlights the 'outstanding' education at Boston Spa Academy and 'good' local primary school with 'plenty of places to eat and drink, and there's a library and a tennis club' - ticking all the boxes for families looking for a spot to live outside of Leeds city centre.
Naturally, for the football fans, Leeds United has to be name dropped here, and the author wastes no time in letting its readers know that Luke Ayling lives in the area.
The article goes on to cover the bredth of "Ilkley, at the bottom tip of the Nidderdale AONB (part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park) to York, via Harrogate and Wetherby, is the most affordable corridor in the top 10", citing Tadcaster for its three breweries (Samuel Smith's, John Smith's and Coors) and three 'good' primary schools, and community swimming pool, as well as the nearby of city York for having 'the lowest house prices of the main towns and villages along the corridor' and 'arguably more charm' than nearby the spa town of Harrogate.
You can read the full article below.
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The Glee Club is celebrating its first year in Leeds with a spectacular birthday celebration featuring internationally renowned comedians.
We hope you're ready to laugh your socks off Leeds.
Since opening its doors in March 2025, The Glee Club has made a name for itself as the city's best destination for a hilarious night out.
Welcoming huge crowds every weekend, it's now a must-visit venue if you're looking for a good laugh and an unforgettable night.
To celebrate their first birthday, they are pulling out all the stops and welcoming a lineup of world-class comedians to the stage.
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Kicking off on Monday 23 March, guests include the much loved comedian and TV presenter, Joe Lycett; German-American comedian, Mario Adrion; acclaimed stand-up Russell Kane; rising star and award-winning comedian, Michael Odewale; Birmingham’s funniest export, Lindsey Santoro; TV favourite Matt Richardson; plus London's number one original and longest running comedy clash show, World Comedy Clash.
And it doesn't stop there, as the venue will also be launching a brand-new food and drink menu to add to the ultimate Glee experience.
A spokesperson for The Glee Leeds said: "What an incredible first year it has been in Leeds. The city has embraced us with open arms and the atmosphere on our sell-out weekends has been absolutely electric.
“The birthday celebrations are just the beginning; we have a phenomenal line-up ahead and a brand-new menu to match. We are so proud of what we've built in Leeds, and we can't wait to raise a glass, and a giggle, to many more years of laughter in Leeds.”
You can see the full schedule and book your tickets here.
Inside Leeds’ newest vintage store that’s a Y2K-lover’s paradise
Clementine Hall
Yorkshire's favourite vintage retailer has just opened a permanent store in Leeds city centre.
Following the huge success of its temporary pop-up shop in Leeds Trinity, Glass Onion is back with a bang having moved into a larger, two-floor space in Leeds city centre.
They've taken over the old Levi's site on Lands Lane and wow is it a beauty.
Glass Onion’s journey began in 2005, when founder John started selling vintage clothing out of his grandma’s coal shed in Barnsley.
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They opened their first retail store in Sheffield in 2019, quickly becoming a local favourite and their commitment to quality and sustainability has earned them “Best Indie Retailer in Sheffield” and “Best Vintage Retailer in Sheffield” at the Exposed Magazine Awards for three consecutive years.
If you're a fan of Y2K fashion then you're going to absolutely love their new shop, the entire top floor is dedicated to the era complete with rails stacked with baby tees, long skirts and iconic accessories.
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There's also an incredible selection of cowboy boots which we've got our eye on.
Downstairs you'll find a huge selection of big-name brands like The North Face, Nike, Levi’s, Adidas, and Harley Davidson, along with an exclusive Rare Archive section - home to some of Glass Onion’s rarest vintage finds.
There's loads of changing rooms so you'll never find yourself queueing, and the prices won't break the bank.
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Opening tomorrow Wednesday 18 March at 12pm, Glass Onion are offering free VIP tickets where shoppers will be treated to first entry as well as freebies and vouchers from Leeds indies and entry into a competition to win a £100 Glass Onion voucher to spend on the launch day.
Sophie Smith -
23rd October 2023 
