Leeding the Way

Recognised as one of the top UK Conference Destinations and one of Rough Guide’s best travel destinations in 2023, a visit to Leeds will leave you with something special. A unique experience. Or an eye-opening discovery. From a conferencing venue rich with heritage and history, to world-class cultural and sporting events, or a taste of the local food scene.

This year welcomes LEEDS 2023, a year-long celebration of culture, promising a whole host of events and experiences that business and leisure visitors can enjoy to immerse themselves in local life. The planned programme will celebrate and transform the city’s identity locally, nationally, and internationally – creating a lasting legacy of cultural, economic and social impact.

To shine a light on the exceptional experiences that are on offer in the city, Conference Leeds, the conferencing bureau for the city of Leeds, has welcomed the return of the #ExploreLeeds campaign. The campaign includes a four-part film series created to illustrate the unrivalled delegate experiences on offer in the city and to encourage those visiting the city on business to extend their stay or return as a leisure visitor to explore everything the city has to offer.

The films follow a Visit Leeds survey which found that nine in 10 business visitors would visit Leeds again with their family or friends for a short trip. The four films in the series showcase standout destinations and things to see in the city, including, the Grade

I listed Leeds Corn Exchange, home to independent stores and eateries, Leeds Kirkgate Market, the biggest indoor market in Europe, and walking tours to view the fantastic array of street art and the stunning architecture of the Victorian Arcades.

Delegates can also enjoy days out that are easily accessible from the city and take in the beauty of the rolling Yorkshire Dales National Park, visit the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, or Haworth, the home of the Bronte sisters. The films also showcase a selection of Leeds’ awardwinning dining destinations which earned Leeds its reputation as ‘Foodie Capital of the North’, to encourage visitors to journey further and see the best attractions on offer while in the heart of the North.

#ExploreLeeds will be launched at CHS Leeds, which returns to the city on the 25th April at the Royal Armouries, and will also be available to view online at: Conferenceleeds.co.uk/exploreleeds

Experience the Leeds Marriott Hotel leedsmarriott. com

A comfortable, cost-effective venue suitable for a variety of events.

Situated in extensive grounds in the Headingley conservation area, just 2 miles from the city centre.

• 52 bedrooms

• 7 conference rooms

(2 – 90 delegates)

• Modern AV equipment

• Day and Residential Delegate Rates

• Free Parking

• Free secure WIFI throughout

Choose Leeds Marriott Hotel for your next event, with refurbished conference space for up to 300 guests, a new executive lounge and modern bedrooms.

Contact the hotel’s sales team to find out more: leeds.events@marriotthotels.co.uk

Friendly, family run catering company

YORKSHIRE BASED & WELL ESTABLISHED

Corporate and private events with a range of affordable options

Working lunch buffets delivered daily to your workplace

Formal dinners and canapés, outdoor events, fairs and parties, hog roasts, bbq’s, chocolate fountains and much more

Bespoke catering packages with our highly experienced team offering consultation on all aspects of your event

Unit 1 York House, 55 Easy Road, Leeds, LS9 8QS 01138 715 999 info@bluepeppercatering.co.uk www.bluepeppercatering.co.uk

• Full range of dining and refreshment options available

Hinsley Hall, 62 Headingley Lane, Leeds LS6 2BX 0113 261 8000 info@hinsley-hall.co.uk

Meet, Train, Entertain & Sustain

With 9 vibrant event spaces for 2 to 185 guests, all just a hop, skip and jump from Leeds Central station and the public transport network.

The Studio is now ECOsmart Gold accredited, just another reason to make us your first choice for your next event.

For further information visit us at: www.thestudio.co.uk call us on 0800 028 6694 or tweet us @studiovenues