Well what else would you expect from a performance in Yorkshire, by northern actors?
Theatre-goers in York have complained about the number of Yorkshire accents featured in a recent performance of Shakespeare's 'As You Like It' play.
Tom Bird, the Chief Executive of York Theatre tweeted to share the absurd complaint earlier today.
We've got a complaint this morning @YorkTheatre from someone who left after an hour of @NBroadsides#AsYouLikeIt last week, because it had "Yorkshire accents" in it. That's Yorkshire accents, right here in Yorkshire. They want a refund.
The tweet stated "We've got a complaint this morning @YorkTheatre from someone who left an hour of @NBroadsides #AsYouLikeIt last week, because it had "Yorkshire accents" in it. That's Yorkshire accents, right here in Yorkshire. They want a refund".
The statement has continued to attract attention from theatre enthusiasts and novices alike, none of which can fathom the reason for the complaint.
One comment said: "The production is brilliant! Loved every single second of it! Shakespeare performed as it was meant to be performed .. what did they want? Olivier style Received Pronunciation? Ye Gods."
Doing it for Yorkshire!!! Yorkshire and northern voices were made to speak in verse, with clear pronunciation, passionate and terse. pic.twitter.com/mOWwxJAQ2F
— Chris Beck 🇺🇦 Possibly the best actor in my road (@creativeBECK) March 28, 2022
Others stuck up for the representation of Northern actors in the play: "But that's one of the wonderful things about Northern Broadsides. Making Shakespeare sound like real world conversation, not 1950s RP."
The Northern Broadsides Theatre Company is a Halifax-based performance company that celebrates Northern voices through Shakespeare and classics, so really, the complainer in question read nothing about the play in advance.
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Celebrating their first full production performance without restrictions since the beginning of the pandemic and the company's 30th anniversary, Northern Broadsides Theatre Company toured the York Theatre Royal from 26 - 26 March, putting on numerous performances of Shakespeare's As You Like It with a multi-cultural, gender diverse cast.
Described as Shakespeare's "most musical and much-loved comedy", the cast of the play have been revelling in the complaint, proudly tackling any question of their northern accents head on.
This is the best birthday present anyone could have given me 😂 😂 If you too wish to harm your ears by hearing Northern Actors saying Shakespeare Northernly then do come watch us in @NBroadsides#AsYouLikeIt We are going all over the country intent on doing serious RP damage https://t.co/wuPfbnxcmD
It really does appear that the only person that believes northern voices aren't supposed to be in Shakespeare is the complaint in question- with not a single response online taking their side.
As You Like It by Northern Broadsides Theatre Company is continuing to tour around the UK throughout spring and summer 2022, including plenty of performances here in Yorkshire.
The theatre company are due to take over Leeds Playhouse from Tuesday 17 May - Saturday 21 May 2022 and Harrogate Theatre in July.
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All of the places in and around Leeds for a Sunday roast dinner
Your complete guide to Sunday roast dinners in Leeds.
As the weather starts to turn a little chillier, by the end of the week we're craving Yorkshire puddings and gravy over salads and picky bits.
So that can only mean one thing, Sunday roast season is on the horizon and we're here to make sure you know where you can get a banging one in and around Leeds.
From the city centre to the suburbs, here is your ultimate guide to the very best Sunday roast dinners in and around Leeds.
Banyan
City Square, Leeds City Centre
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Okay, if you're looking to really get stuck in then the Banyan Bottomless Roast is the only answer.
Choose from beef, chicken or veggie and you'll get unlimited Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes and gravy. Yes you read that right, you can have as many Yorkshire puddings as you want.
You can also add bottomless drinks to make it the ultimate Sunday celebration, and when it's priced at £41.95 it really is a no brainer.
This iconic pub on North Street is pretty famous for its brilliant roast dinners. You can choose from all the meats from beef and porchetta to chicken supreme and even a vegan roast, they also do a great Bloody Mary if you're feeling a tad ropey from the night before.
Ox Club
Headrow, Leeds City Centre
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Featured in the Michelin guide and the Good Food Guide, the Ox Club’s fire cooking is legendary in Leeds. When it comes to Sunday roasts, they don’t disappoint. Think roast rump cap of beef with bone marrow gravy, wild garlic and sage porchetta with smoked trotter and fennel gravy, or roast breast of guinea fowl and confit leg with tarragon gravy – then tell us you’re not hungry.
As for the non-meat eaters, there’s coal-roasted celeriac with pearl barley risotto and truffle gravy, or a truffle cheese pie served with comte, and truffle gravy. Divine.
Stuzzi
Merrion Street
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You've most likely been here for their Italian small plates, but during the winter period they serve up an exceptional roast which you don't want to miss. Paired with an Aperol spritz, that's a Sunday well spent.
Woodside
Crown Point Road
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One of Leeds' best new openings are making a roast which will get you wishing it was Sunday sooner. Kick things off with oysters before tucking into beef rump cap with smoked mash and three cheese broccoli gratin. Yum.
The Adelphi
1-3 Hunslet Road, LS10 1JQ
On Hunslet Road, this historic Leeds boozer has been serving up the goods since 1901, and its Sunday menu is certainly worth shouting about.
The sharing roast comes loaded with chicken, rump of beef and porchetta, alongside all the extras and trimmings because no Sunday roast would be complete without them.
The Highland Laddie
38 Cavendish St, Leeds LS3 1LY
Officially named one of the best pubs in Britain, The Highland Laddie don't mess about when it comes to a Sunday roast.
Opt for a choice of rump or half chicken cooked over open fire, served with all the trimmings of course. But be warned, you'll have to book in advance for this one.
The Cut & Craft
King Edward Street, Leeds City Centre
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The Cut & Craft, which is relatively new to Leeds, opened in 2022 and has made a name for itself for its opulent decor and steak offering.
Their roast in particular has got the people of Leeds talking, opt for the sirloin of beef with all the trimmings or the show stopping Sunday Sharing Roast which features beef, a half roasted chicken and crispy pork belly. Because one meat just isn’t enough.
Empire Cafe
Fish Street
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Known for their incredible open fire cooking and rotisserie chicken, you just know they're going to whip up an excellent Sunday roast and guess what? They absolutely do.
Think roast rump of beef with chicken fat potatoes, it's unlikely you'll find something better than this in the city.
Cheesy Living Co. Sunday Fondue
Leeds Corn Exchange, Oakwood and Pudsey
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We cannot recommend The Cheesy Living Co. enough for many reasons, but this Sunday roast is next level. Expect a huge pot of gooey Swiss cheese with all your fave roast dinner staples like rosemary potatoes dusted in paprika, half-roasted garlic and of course, Yorkshire puds! You can build your roast selection as you see fit to make up the ultimate roast dinner, adding a board of Lishman’s cold-cut roast ham and beef; honey-roasted carrots and parsnips; stuffing balls or even a DIY cauliflower cheese offering to dip into the Alpine-style fondue pot- and it’s delicious.
Crowd of Favours
Harper Street, Leeds City Centre
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You can't get more cosy than The Crowd of Favours, think roaring fires, board games and comfy seats in candlelight. Can you think of a nicer setting to get stuck into a delicious roast? We certainly can't.
Blackhouse
East Parade, Leeds city centre
If you're looking for stellar meat, this is the place to go to.
Choose from lemon and black pepper half-roasted chicken; sage and garlic rubbed pork loin or roast beef, served pink or well, with steamed greens, beef gravy, rosemary carrots, roasties Cumberland stuffing and, of course, a Yorkshire pud. Those looking for a meat-free selection will be delighted to spot the spiced squash wellington on the menu too, with roasted tiny totes, spinach and porcini gravy.
Every Sunday for a full 90 minutes enjoy bottomless Prosecco, gin, pink gin, vodka, rum, seasonal cocktails and beer with your roast. Now that’s what we call a Sunday Funday.
Choose from Roast Topside Beef, Roast Chicken Breast or Zucchini & Cashew Bake with roast potatoes, mash potatoes, a huge Yorkshire pudding, parsnips, carrots, cabbage and the best part - bottomless gravy.
Midnight Bell
Water Lane, Holbeck
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Another great pub Sunday roast can be found at The Midnight Bell, serving up a delicious lamb rump on special occasions, along with roast beef, belly pork and even plenty of vegetarian and vegan options too- but every week the options are just what you need for your weekend meat and carb fix.
Also, plates come with all trimmings and they're an excellent hangover cure (just incase you're a little delicate today).
Lamb and Flag
Church Row, Leeds City Centre
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Lamb and Flag has to be up there with one of the best Sunday Roast dinners in Leeds. You can choose from beef, chicken, pork, lamb or a vegan nut roast... would it be greedy to have them all? And just look at the size of those Yorkshire puddings, says it all.
Offering a good mix of veggie, fish and meat dishes, Shear’s Yard has one of the best-looking Sunday roast menus in town. Think truffled leek and potato wellington, tikka marinated cauliflower, or overnight-braised shoulder of pork, and we think you get the idea.
The restaurant has only got a sample menu listed, but trust that you can get a solid roast with all the trimmings or a more adventurous main – with plenty of good options for all dietary requirements.
Whitelock’s Ale House
Turks Head Yard, Leeds City Centre
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Often hailed as Leeds’ oldest pub, Whitelock’s also serves up a cracking Sunday roast dinner. Whether you’re after a roast beef topside, leg of lamb or pork loin, trust you will find them all here served with a Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy.
Whitelocks has one of the most loved Sunday roasts in Leeds- there’s no doubt about that. So the fact that their nut roast is vegan friendly and they’re willing to cater to those with a plant-based diet is just another reason to love the cosy pub.
Cauliflower cheese can be added on as an extra, and as for veggies and vegans there’s a lovely nut roast option – also served with all the trimmings.
The Botanist
Outside Trinity Shopping Centre, Leeds City Centre
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Choose from Roast Sirloin of Beef, Roast Chicken, Pot Roast Lamb Shoulder, Slow Roast Honey Glazed Pork Belly or Celeriac, Mushroom and Pearl Barley Wellington. All roasts served with maple glazed carrots, roast potatoes, minted greens and gravy. They really take 'comes with all the trimmings' seriously, with loads of sharing sides to choose from.
The Whitehall
Wellington Street, Leeds City Centre
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You can choose from Roast Beef, Roast Chicken, Pork Belly or a veggie or vegan Nut Roast. All served with roast carrot, cauliflower cheese, green beans, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding & gravy (lotssss of gravy). If you haven’t already, you need to swing by Whitehall for your next Sunday roast it’s truly 10/10.
Dakota
Russell Street, Leeds City Centre
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You can choose from Sirloin of beef, belly of pork or breast of chicken, and you can bet it's cooked to perfection. Served with Duck Fat Potatoes, Maple Glazed Root Vegetables and Yorkshire Pudding with lots lof additional sides you can add. For all you veggies you can a delicious Nut Roast with onion gravy with Roast Potatoes & Maple Glazed Root Vegetables.
Gaucho
Park Row, Leeds City Centre
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For a truly indulgent Sunday roast, you can’t go wrong with Gaucho. The Argentinian steakhouse is known for its melt-in-the-mouth, wet-aged steaks, but it also serves up a killer Sunday roast with bottomless meat and wine every weekend.
If you’re coming here, it makes sense to go for the beef – sourced specially from premium Black-Angus cattle and bred at hand-selected farms in the southern Argentinian province of La Pampa. Cooked in its own dripping, each cut comes topped with crispy roast potatoes, glazed carrots, buttered greens, perfectly stacked Yorkshire puddings and lashings of gravy.
Pieminister
Boar Lane, Leeds City Centre
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The Sunday best - any classic pie & mash, two Yorkshire puddings, garlic & rosemary baby roasties, carrot & swede mash, a pork scratching, a pig in blanket & gravy. You couldn't really ask for more could you? And of course you can make it veggie or vegan!
Browns
Headrow, Leeds City Centre
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Choose between sirloin of beef, half roast chicken or belly pork, all served with seasonal veggies and crispy Yorkshire puds- this'll go down a treat with a glass of something red or white.
In the suburbs...
For those looking for a Sunday roast near your home.
The Three Swords
New Side Road, Horsforth
Taking the classic Sunday roast concept and igniting it with traditional Indian spices and flavours, like vegetables marinated in tandoori and slow-cooked beef in Goan spices. Veggies will be pleased to hear you can get a flaky paneer puffy pasty which tastes simply divine with the thick spicy nihari gravy.
Of course, you can still finish off with a classic sticky toffee pudding, because no roast would be complete without it.
Bavette might just be one of Leeds' most famous restaurants, having only been here for a short while but in that time having scooped up all of the awards imaginable. And rightly so, because it's just so brilliant.
Choose from Delica squash and hazelnut filo parcel, Slow roast pork belly with apple sauce, Bavette steak with horsradish cream or the 800g Côte de Boeuf to share between two and four, all served with Yorkshire puds, roasties, hispi cabbage, celeriac puree, leek gratin and generous helpings of gravy.
The Thornhill
18 Town Gate, Calverley, Pudsey
From roaring fires and comforting pub grub, you’ll find all this and more at The Thornhill in Calverley. And not only that, but it’s got a cracking history behind it too. The Thornhill was built over a whopping 400 years ago and was originally used as a coach house.
From juicy burgers and zingy tacos to your classic roast dinner with all the trimmings (just look at that cauli cheese), there’s a dish for everyone to enjoy in an atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
The Mustard Pot, Chapel Allerton
Stainbeck Lane, Chapel Allerton
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This Chapel Allerton eatery has one of the most popular roasts in the city – and for good reason. Every weekend, you’ll find a choice of 12-hour Yorkshire beef rump, Yorkshire rare breed pork loin with crackling, or a Mustard Pot nut roast served with giant Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, mixed seasonal veg, creamy leeks and gravy.
The menu’s pretty big, too, so if you don’t fancy a roast you can tuck into other pub favourites like fish and chips, lentil shepherdess pie, beef burger or steak.
The Cardigan Arms, Burley
Kirkstall Road, Burley
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On the menu here besides the showstopper of a Yorkshire, you'll find the likes of slow roast belly pork stuffed with pork loin, fennel seeds, herbs and garlic; beef topside served pink or Mushroom Wellington for those looking for a meat-free alternative.
Served 12-5pm, make sure to book in advance for this one- we reckon it'll be a sellout option!
Heaney and Mill, Headingley
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Choose from Dry Aged Roast Beef, Roast Corn-Fed Chicken Supreme, 8oz Roast Lamb Rump or a vegetarian Leek & Cheese Wellington. All served with with rosemary & garlic potatoes, truffled mash potatoes, cauliflower cheese gratin, selection of seasonal green vegetables, traditional Yorkshire pudding, carrot puree & red wine gravy.
You can choose from Sunday Pork Belly, Hand-carved Turkey Breast, Sirloin of Beef or for a veggie option there's Candied Vegetable Roast. All roasts are served with ruffled beef dripping roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, thyme-roasted carrots, broccoli and honey-roasted parsnips The best part? you can have as much gravy as you like!
Square and Compass, Harrogate
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Serving up an irresistible choice of three meats every single Sunday, Square and Compass near Harrogate has a roaring fire for cold snowy days and an incredible outdoor fire pit for weekends basking in the sunshine- given the unpredictable weather this week, our shoutout goes to a bar that can offer you a comfy seat by the fire, whatever the weather.
The Fat Badger, Harrogate
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Choose from Roast rump cap of beef or roast loin of pork with stuffing, both served with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes, creamy mash & gravy. And if you still have room you have to try the sticky toffee pudding with toffee sauce & vanilla ice cream.
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Yorkshire veterans Shed Seven set for 10th anniversary of Shedcember shows
Danny Jones
Yorkshire-born group, Shed Seven, are set to bring a very special edition of their 'Shedcember' live shows to the likes of Leeds, Sheffield, and more as they celebrate 10 years of the now annual tour.
The beloved British band and alternative rock veterans have been around for more than three and a half decades at this point, and for nearly a third of those, these lads have been putting on regular winter gigs for their loyal fan base.
Having developed a fervent cult following during that time, Shed Seven's dedicated run of November and December dates has become a bit of a phenomenon, and since 2025 was one of their most significant 18-month periods ever, they're toasting recent success at the end of this calendar year.
If you're 'Shed Ed', you'll already know all about this event; if not, get to know...
Announcing this year's 10th anniversary tour - fittingly dubbed 'Shedcember X - alongside a new short film/teaser written and directed by long-serving guitarist, Paul Banks, those who have been listening since the start
Equally, thanks to this would-be trailer, even those who've never been to one of the shows or are yet to fully dive into their discography have had their attention caught.
Focusing on their die-hard crowds who now make sure to attend each Shedcember night, if not every single one of their gigs whenever they come to town, the mini social media movie captures just how passionate their audiences are even after all this time.
Part of the reason that the York-founded outfit has been enjoying somewhat of a resurgence of late is as a result of back-to-back number one albums
Notching the top spot for their A Matter Of Time in January 2024, a whole 29 years on from their maiden release (the longest gap between a debut and a no.1 record in UK history), they then did it again with Liquid Gold, which saw some of their biggest hits remastered and reimagined with orchestral backing.
These two massive and long-overdue moments of recognition arguably deserve a tour all of their own, but we will absolutely take Shedcember X, which will feature a number of shows across the region.
Announcing an extensive run of performances for the de facto festival, the 10th anniversary edition of Shed Seven's - we've also highlighted all of the Northern dates for you.
Sophie Smith -
28th March 2022 
