It really feels as if Trinity shopping centre has been around forever.
We can’t imagine walking around the city without nipping for some lunch inside Trinity kitchen or pottering around the shops to find something new to wear – it’s truly a staple of the city.
Now celebrating 10 years since opening, Trinity will be celebrating its birthday with a series of events this week – including live DJs, sweet treats and commemorative badges and cake for the staff that have made the last decade a triumph for the popular shopping centre.
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “It’s fair to say since Trinity Leeds opened back in 2013 it has surpassed many people’s expectations of what a shopping centre could be.
“Over the years we’ve become an integral part of the landscape of the city centre, putting Leeds on the map as a leading retail and leisure destination, whilst playing a key role in the community.
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “It’s fair to say since Trinity Leeds opened back in 2013 it has surpassed many people’s expectations of what a shopping centre could be.
“Over the years we’ve become an integral part of the landscape of the city centre, putting Leeds on the map as a leading retail and leisure destination, whilst playing a key role in the community.
Remembering Trinity Leeds over the last ten years
2013
30,000 guests attended the launch day on 21 March 2013, curated by fashion designer Henry Holland. Amongst the excitement, there was an aerial acrobat, Colette Morrow, modelling the world’s longest designer dress.
2016
Leeds student night in 2016 saw the shopping centre full of new students and those returning for studies shopping on all floors.
2017
In 2017, Darth Vader and Boba Fett put their lightsaber skills to the test on the roof of the shopping centre ahead of the launch of Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
In summer 2017, a 30ft helter-skelter was installed that allowed shoppers to slide between floors
2018
In April 2018, a 31 metre wide Tour de Yorkshire sign was printed on the glass dome of Trinity – becoming Leeds’ largest Tour de Yorkshire yellow bike.
Made Up Leeds in 2018 saw Georgia ‘Toff’ Toffolo meet fans at Trinity Leeds, beauty influencer Lewys Ball and former Love Island star Kaz Crossley.
2020
Following confirmation of Leeds United’s promotion to the Premier League in July 2020, the streets connecting Trinity Leeds and Commercial Street was renamed Marcelo Bielsa Way – this was made a permanent fixture after Bielsa left the club last year.
2022
Jurassic Island is always a popular summertime feature at Trinity Leeds, but 2022 saw the attraction complete with its own volcano erupting with blooms inside the shopping centre.
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Happy birthday Trinity Leeds!
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