James Dunkley of Horsforth slides into the water to try his hand at canoeing. (pic by Steve Riding)placeholder image
James Dunkley of Horsforth slides into the water to try his hand at canoeing. (pic by Steve Riding)

Leeds Waterfront Festival: Nine photos from the Granary Wharf annual gathering

It was all plain sailing this weekend as crowds flocked to the Leeds Waterfront Festival.

Held at Granary Wharf, the annual event on Saturday saw a host of family activities giving people the chance to dive into a canoe, kayak or paddleboard and get out onto the water.

There was also rock-climbing wall, African drumming workshops, music, face painting and children’s activities.

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