Families invited to explore Leeds on new breastfeeding trail in city centre
Little explorers and their families are invited to discover iconic Leeds venues and attractions on a new trail which also celebrates welcoming places for breastfeeding
Families are being invited to explore some of Leeds’ best-known attractions as part of a new trail celebrating breastfeeding-friendly venues across the city.
The Leeds Milk Trail will take participants around the city centre, combining fun activities with learning about breastfeeding and its benefits.
Nine venues are taking part in the trail, including Leeds City Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Kirkgate Market, Trinity Leeds, Leeds Playhouse, the Royal Armouries, City Library, Henry Moore Institute and The Light.
Families can follow a map of the venues, each hiding answers to a series of themed questions.
All nine locations are part of the Breastfeeding Friendly Leeds Scheme, which recognises businesses and public spaces that welcome and support breastfeeding.
The trail aims to help normalise breastfeeding, raise awareness of welcoming spaces and encourage families to explore the city. Everyone is welcome to take part, whether they have breastfed or not.
It will launch during Baby Week, which runs from November 14 to 20, celebrating the support and activities available to young children and their families.
The Leeds Big Showcase for Little Ones will take place at Temple Newsam on Saturday and Sunday (November 14 and 15), featuring family stalls, sensory zones and children’s activities.
Councillor Emma Flint, Leeds City Council’s executive member for equalities, adults and health, said: “This new trail is a fantastic, visible and fun way to showcase our city’s support for breastfeeding and reinforce our work to ensure Leeds is child, family and breastfeeding-friendly.
“Breastfeeding in public is a legal, protected right and Breastfeeding Friendly Leeds venues go one step further by creating a positive, welcoming environment where babies can be fed comfortably and confidently.
“We hope families enjoy taking part, learning facts about breastfeeding and making happy memories along the way.”