Offering work-ready space in nine prime central locations, Wizu is the perfect working environment home-from-home.
Sometimes working from home can feel quite lonely and isolating, there's no doubt that being around like-minded people can help to inspire creativity and increase motivation.
This is where Wizu steps in. The company, who are a leading Flexible Workspace specialist in the North, was founded in 2016 and fuelled by countless cups of Yorkshire Tea, has been paving the way for flexible workspaces ever since.
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And we really mean it when we say flexible - whether you're after a fully serviced office for your team, a hotdesk in the co-working area or a private meeting room - there's a workspace to suit you best.
Part time or full time, short-term or long-term contract, the lovely team are there to help you find the best option for your business.
With nine centrally located buildings in prime locations, a Wizu workspace is never too far away making it the perfect spot to connect with colleagues in a meeting room or base up for an hour or two during your busy day.
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On Ludgate Hill just opposite one of the city's most iconic landmarks, Leeds Kirkgate Market, is The Leeming Building. A unique and showstopping space which combines period features and contemporary design - just basing your business here will add instant credibility.
Looking to make an impression? Then allow the Gothic inspired revival arches of 46 Park Place to be your companies front door. An impressive space with beautiful boutique interiors surrounded by artisan coffee shops, after-work bars and cafes - this is a spot you'll want to stick around at even after working hours.
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On Park Cross Street you'll find Number Thirty Two, a modern clean space that is right in the bustling heart of the city centre. And just four minutes away from Leeds train station too, it's simply a no-brainer.
Looking to be a little bit further out of the city centre? No problem. Located just outside of Horsforth is Richmond House, surrounded by beautiful green space and landscapes you're sure to feel your energy rising in an instant.
On the doorstep of the lovely Park Square is Park Court, a stylish space in the centre of Leeds' financial district which boasts bright, airy and modern interiors.
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Gone are the days of dull white walls and fluorescent office lighting too, their beautiful uplifting spaces are enough to inspire creativity in an instant. Expect colourful walls, soft furnishings, comfy chairs and plenty of greenery to make you feel right at home.
There's also a huge list of perks included in your workspace from super fast internet, showers, bicycle storage, 24 hour access and our personal favourite, unlimited tea and Darkwoods coffee to fuel you through the day.
A friendly team are on hand to greet you and help you with any queries you may have, so your business can thrive the way you'd like it to.
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With regular events for members including pizza nights and free breakfasts, it's the perfect opportunity to network and interact with your new Wizu working community.
With five of the nine locations in Leeds city centre, and four others across the North of England - Wizu currently boast 250,000 sq ft in total of tailor made workspace and are still growing.
To take a look for yourself and to find the best Wizu workspace for you, visit their website.
The full details of the Grand Départ of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift have been released - and the action will be kicking off right in the heart of Leeds.
Preparations have moved up a gear this week, with the full map of the first stage revealed, which will see the world's leading female cyclists setting off from none other than The Headrow.
Leeds will make sporting history on 30 July next year, when we host the start of the world's biggest women's professional cycle race.
When our city was added to the 2014 Tour de France route, around 230,000 people packed into the city centre, with another two million lining the rest of the Yorkshire route - so we're expecting even bigger scenes next year.
The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will move from the centre of Leeds to travel through communities including Headingley, Kirkstall, Bramley, Farnley and Drighlington.
Now, an interactive map has been published that gives people the chance to see for the first time exactly which streets will be in the thick of the action next summer.
Riders will set of from The Headrow before travelling down Briggate and Boar Lane - then they'll head via via Woodhouse Lane, Hyde Park Corner and Otley Road into Headingley before travelling west on North Lane and Kirkstall Lane.
Key roads on the rest of the route include:
Bridge Road at Kirkstall, which will take the riders across the River Aire;
Broad Lane, Waterloo Lane, Lower Town Street and Henconner Lane in Bramley;
Butt Lane between its junctions with Pudsey Road – near Farnley Reservoir – and Tong Road at Farnley;
Whitehall Road, from its junction with Back Lane at New Farnley, to Drighlington.
From Drighlington, the riders will cross into Kirklees and then head over the Pennines into Manchester.
Leeds City Council will be keeping people fully updated about the planning involved to host the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, including road closures and other traffic management measures.
Following its visit to Leeds, the Grand Départ of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will run from Manchester to Sheffield on July 31 before finishing in London on August 1.
The event will make Leeds the first place outside mainland Europe to host the start of stage one of a Grand Départ for both the men’s Tour de France and the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.
Councillor James Lewis, leader of Leeds City Council, said: "The Grand Départ of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift promises to be a great occasion for Leeds and one that will raise our profile on the international sporting stage while also delivering a boost to the local economy.
“Today’s announcement of further route details is a reminder that the countdown to July 30 is well and truly on, with a huge amount of planning and preparation work already taking place.
“As part of that work, we will be doing our utmost to ensure residents and businesses have all the information they need about the arrangements for the day.
“People in Leeds are famed for the passionate support they show when the city hosts major sporting events and I’m sure this one will be no different. Roll on next July!”
A new bar dedicated to Guinness and games is coming to Leeds city centre
Clementine Hall
Expect live music, a load of craic and plenty of Guinness at Leeds' brand-new bar.
Opening on Leeds' bustling Merrion Street, 'Love, Jackie' is the latest concept from the team behind Roxy Ball Room and King Pins.
Love, Jackie will be taking over a 7,000 sq ft space,and will be promising proper prints, late nights and plenty of Irish charm.
Pouring will be the holy trinity of Irish stouts - Guinness, Beamish and Murphy's.
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These will be served alongside Leeds' own Kirkstall Virtuous IPA and a vast whiskey selection that celebrates the best of Ireland.
Games wise, try your hand at crazy pool, interactive darts, shuffleboard and karaoke. There will also be live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The opening comes as Merrion Street enjoys a new wave of investment and hospitality openings, helping bring new life to one of Leeds' best known night life attractions.
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Matt Jones, CEO of Professionals at Play, said: “Everyone knows a Jackie. She’s the one who gets everyone together, convinces you to stay for another and makes sure there’s never a dull moment.
“We wanted to create a pub with that same personality. Somewhere with brilliant drinks, live music, plenty of games and the kind of atmosphere that makes you forget you were only popping in for one.
“Merrion Street is coming back to life, and we’re excited to be part of its next chapter. We think Jackie will fit right in. And because Jackie’s never been one to turn up empty-handed, the first drink’s on her."
We'll keep you updated on opening times as and when we find out, but for now you can sign up here for a pint of free Guinness. Cheers to that!
Clementine Hall -
6th October 2023 
