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A painting of Frances, Lady Irwin by Joshua Reynolds. She is leaning her elbow on a book and looking into the distance.

Sociable History Club – Frances Shepherd, Viscountess at Temple Newsam

Our monthly series of talks for adults, usually on the first Friday of the month. Pop along for these talks and enjoy a free cuppa too.

A craft stall with wool and other knitting related items on display

Leeds Wool Festival

All, Events

Celebrate the city's original festival of wool with expert demonstrations, craft stalls, performances, tea and cake pop-ups and loads more!

A man is taking part in print making activities held within a museum workshop setting

Armley Print Fest

All, Events, Half Term, School Holiday

Armley Print Fest returns complete with beginner workshops, live demonstrations, a print fair with local makers and film screenings.

Bridge Inn pub in Kirkstall in the 20th century

Image courtesy Leodis

Walk Around Kirkstall

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Join our curators Nicola and Pat on a whistle-stop walking tour of local sites of interest in the Kirkstall area.

John Smeaton at Temple Newsam

All, Events

This tour explores the grounds of Temple Newsam for remaining evidence of Smeaton’s pump and ventures inside the house to view the surviving well.

Leeds to Innovation

All, Exhibitions

Uncover the untold tales behind the greatest creative innovators of our time.

ABBEY HOUSE MUSEUM

Opening Hours

Monday: closed
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 12 – 5pm
Sunday: 10am – 5pm
Last admission: 4.30pm

Plan your visit

Address

Abbey Walk
Kirkstall
Leeds
LS5 3EH

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LEEDS ART GALLERY

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: 11am – 3pm

Plan your visit

Address

The Headrow
Leeds
LS1 3AA

Location

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LEEDS CITY MUSEUM

Opening Hours

Monday: closed*
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 5pm

*Open Bank Holiday Mondays 11am – 5pm

Plan your visit

Address

Leeds City Museum
Millennium Square
Leeds
LS2 8BH

Location

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LEEDS DISCOVERY CENTRE

Opening Hours

Visits by appointment only.

Free public store tours are now available by booking in advance. Please call or email us.

Plan your visit

Address

Leeds Discovery Centre
Off Carlisle Road
Leeds
LS10 1LB

Location

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LEEDS INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM

Opening Hours

Mon: closed (open bank holiday Mondays only 10am-5pm)

Tues – Fri: 10am – 5pm

Sat – Sun: 12 – 5pm

(last admission one hour before)

Plan your visit

Address

Canal Road
Leeds
LS12 2QF

Location

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KIRKSTALL ABBEY

Opening Hours

Monday: closed*
Tuesday – Sunday: 10am – 4.30pm
Last admission: 4pm

*Open Bank Holiday Mondays 10am – 4pm

Plan your visit

Address

Abbey Road
Kirkstall
Leeds
LS5 3EH

Location

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LOTHERTON

Opening Hours

Open Daily

Estate opens: 8am
Hall: 10am – 5pm
Wildlife World: 10am – 5pm
Estate closes: 7pm
Last entry 45 mins before estate closing time

Plan your visit

Address

Lotherton Lane
Aberford
Leeds
LS25 3EB

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TEMPLE NEWSAM

Opening Hours

House : Tues – Sun: 10.30am – 5pm
Home Farm: Mon – Sun: 10am – 5pm
Last entry 45 minutes before

Plan your visit

Address

Temple Newsam Road
Leeds
LS15 0AE

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THWAITE WATERMILL

Opening Hours

Mon – Fri: 10am – 4pm

Sat – Sun: 12 – 4pm

Last admission: 3pm

Plan your visit

Address

Thwaite Lane
Stourton
Leeds
LS10 1RP

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