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With UK Chocolate Week kicking off on October 18, we have rounded up 13 of the finest chocolatiers, masterclass studios, and hot chocolate hotspots across Leeds and West Yorkshire to satisfy every sweet tooth

12 top chocolate spots in Leeds for UK Chocolate Week

The Kono expandable cabin bag features a separate cosmetic pouch, wet pocket and trolley strap.

Kono expandable cabin bag drops to £13.99 in Amazon deal

The new service launched on Monday with ex-school bus driver Lisa Pinardi in the driver’s seat travelling across Wakefield and Mirfield.

'I swapped the school run for a bus full of dogs'

Garmin's new Approach S72 golf smartwatch comes in two sizes and features advanced swing analysis, detailed course mapping and green-reading technology.

Garmin launches £700 golf watch packed with new features

The pop-up giveaway forms part of the brands' nationwide 'Are You a Melt?' campaign, fronted by TV chef Sam Holland

How to get free Tony's Chocolonely & Yorkshire Tea in Leeds

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Highland Lodge at Leeds Christmas market

Two new festive bars announced for the all-new Christmas market

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff

Roomba's Max 775 Combo feels like a winning return to form for iRobot

Roomba Max 775 Combo review: iRobot finally catches up with the best

Homes and Gardens

The property, on Millcroft, is entered via a welcoming entrance hall which provides access to the lounge and stairs leading to the first floor.

Inside £500k five bed property for sale perfect for al-fresco dining
The property is on the market in Stanley 🏡
Kara Mckune

The semi-detached house in Home Lea combines a traditional residential setting with driveway parking and access to a private rear garden

Rothwell home with three bedrooms and garden for £260,000

Double iron gates open onto a generous driveway with space for up to four cars, while the gated front garden adds to the property's established appeal

Refurbished Leeds home with large garden on the market for £270,000

This extended semi-detached house in Raylands Way offers spacious family accommodation in a popular Leeds residential area

Leeds family home with swimming pool and annexe for £320,000

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A leading local property expert has said that Oulton is becoming a hotspot for buyers

Inside the village which is becoming a hotspot for first-time buyers

Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

The bargain brolly designed to stand up to autumn gusts

From energetic spaniels to sofa-loving senior whippets, these 12 dogs at Dogs Trust Leeds are looking for a fresh start and a place to call home this October

12 rescue dogs looking for their forever home in Leeds this October

From playful kittens and bonded pairs to quiet senior souls looking for a peaceful retirement, these 24 lovable rescue cats across Leeds and West Yorkshire are ready to find their forever homes

Can you open your home to one of these 24 rescue cats this month?

From playful Lurchers to gentle senior companions, Dogs Trust Leeds has highlighted seven wonderful rescue dogs currently looking for their forever families this month

7 Dogs Trust Leeds rescue dogs looking for forever homes

Yorkshire pet owners are being urged to keep treating their cats and dogs as fleas remain a threat this autumn

Yorkshire pet owners warned fleas are still on the prowl

Food and Drink

13th October 2026
Leeds city centre bar Elbows on The Table are taking over the kitchen at Kirkstall Brewery pub Cardigan Arms from this week.
John Kelly is the founder of Elbows on The Table and co-founder of Kirkstall Brewery.
Pictured John Kelly in the Cardigan Arms, Leeds
Picture Gerard Binks

‘In our style’: What to expect as restaurant takes over pub’s kitchen
“We’ve put a few bits on that are maybe a little, pushing the boat out for the regular clientele”
Matthew Mohan-Hickson

FYR Grill opened in Leeds at the end of September

New immersive restaurant with 'sensational' flavours opens in Colton

Changes will include new big screens and a match-day menu (image is illustrative only)

Community pub pauses service for exciting sports-themed refurbishment

Savannah Roqaa is the founder and owner of Savvy Baker located in Leeds City Centre

‘I’m taking on one of Leeds’ biggest matcha chains through a campaign'

Sam Pullan and Sandy Jarvis from Leeds Hospitality Collective.

Leeds hospitality businesses meet to shape new collective

Deliveroo and Coco Robotics have joined forces to launch a new robot delivery service

Deliveroo to launch its first-ever robot delivery service in city

General Manager Iain Silver at The Woods in Chapel Allerton.
Photograph by Tony Johnson. 1st October 2026

'We don’t get stingy with gravy': Inside The Woods' new Sunday roast

Staycation

Holiday Inn Express launches the “The Great Wake Up Debate,” led by comedian Rob Beckett, weighing in on everything from serial snoozing and shower schedules to the bedtime rituals people swear by.

Rob Beckett and Holiday Inn Express uncover the wake up rituals defining the UK

Outside the clubhouse.

We tried out a caravan holiday in Wales and this is what we thought

Prestige Skylark lodge at The Stables, Bowleaze Cove.

UK Holiday Pads - a much easier way to find your perfect escape

Retro

The County Arcade looking from the junction with Cross Arcade towards Briggate. On the left corner is Vickers gift shop selling silver, jewellery and watches. On the right, opposite, is a branch of Greenwoods menswear. Next right is the entrance to the Mecca Locarno Ballroom then Elster shoe shop.

A tale of two city centre arcades

Trams at the junction of Boar Lane and Briggate in Leeds city centre

New book reveals unseen history of Yorkshire in the 1930s

Friendliness paid off for Major, the Great Dane, who welcomed visitors to an anti-vivisection exhibition in April 1974.

Mini gallery of memories take you inside Merrion Centre in the 1970s

Best In

Harvery Nichols in Leeds Picture: James Hardisty

Harvey Nichols set to be transformed into new Flannels shop, reports
The department shop has been a fixture of Leeds for 30 years
Abbey Maclure

Bowers Tap, Lower Briggate, Leeds.
Picture By Yorkshire Evening Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Date: 19th October 2023.

I visited a city centre sports bar that strikes the perfect balance

Here are some of the best student deals in Leeds right now

13 of the best student shopping deals ahead of Freshers' Week 2026

Doughnotts will open on Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds on September 4

Free doughnut giveaway as new bakery opens at Leeds shopping outlet

The Railway Inn in Calverley, Leeds
16th February 2023.

What I thought of a canalside Leeds pub enjoying a new lease of life

French Connection has opened a new store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds

Fashion brand becomes 'fantastic addition' to Designer Outlet (aff)

'I love shopping in Leeds - these are the 11 shops I always recommend'

Cars and Motoring

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

The 500 Hybrid is every bit as cute as the 500e, and the added appeal should make it a more familiar sight

Fiat 500 Hybrid review: petrol power brings this city car back to life

Yes, it's another Chinese car. And yes, it's great value for money. And, yes, you've already forgotten what it's called, haven't you?

Aion UT review: this £28,950 EV offers a lot for the money

Road Angel's new mirror camera offers a clever way to record and view dash cam footage

Review: The £199.99 dash cam hiding in plain sight on your mirror

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Karen Wright's tasty pizza recipe

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Parsonage Country House Hotel and Spa, Escrick, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire country house hotel spa stay down to under £55 per person

e.l.f. SKIN Save Your e.l.f. Hypochlorous Mist is a facial spray created to help soothe stressed, blemish-prone skin and reduce the appearance of visible redness.

The £12 e.l.f. mist is made for sensitive and stressed-looking skin

Mrs Hinch showed off her grey cargo joggers on Instagram - here's where you can buy them.

Mrs Hinch's grey joggers are a hit with tall women - where to buy

I found a London sightseeing deal for October half-term that my eight-year-old would love

The Original Tour has 20% off family tickets this half term

The Original Tour takes in Buckingham Palace

Big discount on fun sightseeing bus trip around London landmarks

Stacey Solomon has praised this Amazon cosy teddy coat for being warm without feeling too heavy.

Stacey Solomon's cosy winter coat is back in stock on Amazon

Julia Roberts has embraced the balloon trouser trend for autumn 2026, with M&S offering three alternatives to recreate her effortlessly chic style (pictured).

Julia Roberts' chic balloon trousers trend has M&S alternatives

Top Stories from the YEP

Wakefield Council has scrapped plans to transfer ownership of a former public swimming pool and leisure centre to a community trust.

Council scraps 'ridiculous' £1 leisure centre community trust transfer

Police are investigating after a member of the public came across a firearm in a field on Bullerthorpe Lane.

Investigation after firearm discovery by member of public

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