YEP Says: Romance is alive and well in Leeds

WHO SAYS romance is dead? It's alive and well in Leeds, thanks to gents like Jeff Rowland.

He didn’t just bob down on one knee when it came to proposing to girlfriend Sarah Reynolds.

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PIC: Tony Johnson

Instead he roped in staff at Temple Newsam to set up an elaborate ploy involving an engagement ring hidden in a historical cabinet.

When Sarah saw the ring, she was stunned and burst into tears.

Thankfully, she said yes.

We’re grateful to Jeff, Sarah and the people at Temple Newsam for proving that Leeds really is a city with a heart.

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