It’s been a difficult few year for them. They’ve brazed a global pandemic, which has forever changed customer spending habits, and the cost-of-living crisis.
But Leeds’ independents are staying strong. After all, they are loved by so many locals.
Here are some independent Leeds businesses locals list as their favourites.
There are some butchers, coffee shops, craft makers and more on this list. Show them some love next time you’re nearby.
1. Malcolm Michaels Quality Butchers Ltd
YEP reader Samantha Woodhead said Malcolm Michaels Quality Butchers Ltd in Crossgates Shopping Centre is their favourite Leeds business. | K So/Google Photo: K So/Google
2. Trusst Roofing and Maintenance
YEP reader Alysia Townend named Trusst Roofing and Maintenance in Kellett Grove, Leeds, as their favourite Leeds business. Alysia said: “Always had a fantastic service from these guys, they deserve all the credit they get!” | Trusst Roofing and Maintenance/Google Photo: Trusst Roofing and Maintenance/Google
3. The Hyde Park Picture House
YEP reader Verity Bedford-Read named a few of their favourite Leeds businesses including The Hyde Park Picture House in Brudenell Road, Leeds. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
4. The Secret Garden Dog Park
YEP reader Leanne Haigh named The Secret Garden Dog Park in Calverley as their favourite Leeds business. Leanne said: “It’s brilliant for my nervous dog to be off lead safe and secure, and the park is so clean and well maintained.” | Kirsty Pearson/Google Photo: Kirsty Pearson/Google
5. Bean & Gone Espresso Bar
YEP reader Sarah Myers named Bean & Gone Espresso Bar in Pudsey as their favourite Leeds business. | Bean & Gone Espresso Bar/Google Photo: Bean & Gone Espresso Bar/Google
6. The Crafty Northerner
YEP reader Natalie Hargrave named The Crafty Northerner, from Rothwell, as their favourite Leeds business. | The Crafty Northerner/Google Photo: The Crafty Northerner/Google