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Tina Turner's better than all the rest Queen of Rock 'n’ Roll singles collection

Tina Turner complete singles collection Simply The Best

There are still more acts to be announced for the shows at The Piece Hall next summer, say organisers

British music icon is returning to Halifax to play at The Piece Hall

Paddy McGuinness has announced his first stand-up comedy tour since 2016.

Take Me Out star Paddy McGuinness announces comedy tour

Noel Gallagher and his High Flying Birds are returning to the Piece Hall in Halifax next summer.

Noel Gallagher returns to Halifax's Piece Hall in summer 2024

Laura Misch. Picture: Ella Pavlides

Laura Misch: 'I felt like I was too inside the laptop'

James Arthur

Ad Feature James Arthur adds dates to 2024 tour – and he’s heading this way

Gregory Porter

Gregory Porter announces headline show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre

Arts & Entertainment

He will perform and Live at The Piece Hall 2024

Beloved 80s pop star will perform at Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Rick Astley will visit Scarborough Open Air Theatre in July 2024

Rick Astley announces headline show Live at Scarborough Open Air Theatre

Outlander star Sam Heughan played hunky motorcycle cop Danny in the new Channel 4 drama The Couple Next Door (Picture courtesy Channel 4)

The Couple Next Door is an unappetising stew of mystery-thriller cliches

Wu-Tang Clan's GZA is coming to Project House in Leeds in 2024. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Iconic American rapper set to play Leeds' Project House in 2024

Legendary disco party returns to Leeds with 'Christmas Disco Ball'

Paul Weller - who has just announced new tour dates - performing in 2022 (photo: Getty Images)

That's Entertainment as Paul Weller announces tour dates near you

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The congregation was also treated to performances from the Minster Choir.

31 festive pictures from the Yorkshire Evening Post's 2023 Carol Service

The Light is hosting an Elf Hunt for families to get involved with this Christmas. Photo: National World

Family-friendly 'Elf Hunt' to take place in the city centre

The Coca-Cola Christmas truck will arrive in Leeds on Thursday

Iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck to visit shopping centre for festive event

The Christmas Market is back in Leeds alongside a programme of family-friendly events and experiences. Photo: National World

Tour of the magical Leeds Christmas Market as it returns with 59 traders

The developers said they want to ensure the Tetley building 'remains at the heart of both Aire Park and Leeds’ South Bank for another 100 years'. Photo: Vastinct UK

Plans revealed for development of the 'iconic' Tetley building

Here are the best Christmas markets in Europe that you can fly to from Leeds Bradford Airport this winter.

Six best Christmas markets you can fly to from city's airport

Here are the 12 best nearby towns, villages, and other spots for a December day trip from Leeds this Christmas.

12 best towns, villages, and other spots for a December day trip this Christmas

The Christmas Market is back - and here are 14 first look pictures of the stalls and what they offer.

Pictures of the Christmas Market as it makes its much-anticipated return

Christmas Lantern Festival is returning to Cross Flatts Park, Beeston on December 8, 2023. Photo: Christmas Lantern Festival

Everything to know about Leeds' free Christmas Lantern Festival

Pop superstar Anne-Marie

Ad Feature Pop superstar Anne-Marie to play Leeds Millennium Square

Nightlife

Here's 12 things I've found from one year of living in Leeds

12 things that have stood out to me after living in Leeds for one year

It was a spectacular opening night as thousands headed to Leeds to take in the array of installations. Photos: National World

Stunning photos show city transformed for the 19th annual Light Night event

Gavin Lampitt is the man behind Club Classics at The Old Woollen in Farsley (Photo by Steve Riding/National World)

Meet the man behind the sell-out 1990s and 2000s club night

Jonathan Simons and Rosita Rogers are the owners of Distrikt, which is celebrating its 14th birthday this month (Photo by Simon Hulme/National World)

Meet the pair who turned a derelict basement into a renowned nightclub

More Leeds What's On & Culture

O2 Academy on Cookridge Street in Leeds city Centre. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Music venue criticised over treatment of disabled customers

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

13 great bands coming to Halifax's Piece Hall in summer 2024

Ford Runners at Headingly ready for the Run with the Rhino's

Fordy Runners "Run with the Rhinos" Hit the Ground Running in Inaugural Session

Slam Dunk has released the second round of acts for the 2024 festival at Temple Newsam.

Slam Dunk Festival unveils second round of bands for 2024 lineup

The band will play at the historic venue in Halifax next summer

Cool British punk band latest act to be announced for Halifax's Piece Hall

The Prodigy, 21 Savage and Jorja Smith joins the 2024 Leeds Festival line-up. (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Leeds Festival announces additional acts for 2024 line-up

Robbie Williams live at Roundhay Park, Leeds, in 2006. Photo: Dan Oxtoby

Robbie Williams says 2006 show was the 'most traumatic' of his life

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Hibiscus Rising, a new sculpture by international artist Yinka Shonibare unveiled in Leeds, as part of LEEDS 2023, Year of Culture. Co-commissioned by The David Oluwale Memorial Association. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

New 9m tall sculpture in memory of David Oluwale unveiled as a symbol of 'unity'

Tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 go on sale this week. (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Here is how to get tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 at Bramham Park

PJ Harvey is coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Indie superstar is latest act announced for Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

Music legend announces return to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Madness has announced a special performance at Leeds' historic Kirkstall Abbey in the summer 2024.

Legendary ska band announce special concert at historic Leeds venue

Eric Kovacs, of Sophie's Delight Cheezes, was on hand to showcase the vegan product made from tofu, almonds and cashew nuts.

14 tasty photos from this year's Great Yorkshire Vegan Christmas Festival

Lotherton Hall, near Leeds, has been completely reimagined for Christmas this year and the Yorkshire Evening Post was given a sneak preview before the estate opened to the public for the festivities.

11 magical photos from this year's Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall

Paterson Joseph and Daisy Haggard star in the new BBC comedy-thriller Boat Story (Picture: BBC/Two Brothers/Matt Squire)

Boat Story review: A frenetic, violent coke-com

Lloyd Cole captivated York Barbican audience (photo Paul Shoul)

Lloyd Cole ... he's got perfect sync!

Liam Gallagher, Fred Again and Lana Del Rey are among the artists set to headline the festival at Bramham Park in 2024 (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Leeds Festival announces headline acts for 2024

The countdown is on for next year's Leeds Pride celebrations, as organisers announced a date for the "bigger than ever" event.

City set for 'bigger than ever' Pride event as date announced

Sarah Harding, Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts, Cheryl Cole and Kimberley Walsh of Girls Aloud pictured in 2012. The reunion tour will pay tribute to Harding, who died in 2021 .(Photo by Fred Duval/Getty Images)

Everything you need to know as Girls Aloud to bring tour to Leeds

Two Door Cinema Club on stage during Live at Leeds in the Park 2023 in Temple Newsam (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Live at Leeds In The Park makes first line-up announcement for 2024

Tom Zanetti's Sleepin is Cheatin will host the Casa Loco bassline festival at Beaverworks in Leeds next month (Photo by Tom Zanetti/Sleepin is Cheatin)

Tom Zanetti to host old-school party where no phones are encouraged

Anne-Marie will be coming to Leeds Millennium Square next July for Sounds of the City. Photo: George Muncey

Global popstar announces major outdoor summer show

Leeds Male Voice Choir: The Spirit of Christmas

Leeds Male Voice Choir and The Spirit of Christmas

Keeping communities connected across Yorkshire this Christmas. Picture – supplied

Ad Feature Community connections at Christmas with Quickline

MiNT Festival 2024 will take place on the May Bank Holiday at Newsam Green Farm in Leeds (Photo by MiNT Festival)

Mint Festival announces big change for 2024

Ne-Yo will be bringing his Champagne and Roses tour to Leeds First Direct Arena next March. Photo: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images

Everything you need to know about Ne-Yo at First Direct Arena

Beauty and the Beast is on at the Stephen Joseph Theatre

Oh yes it is - panto-time in Yorkshire

Another big name has been announced for Live at The Piece Hall 2024

Sensational singer-songwriter coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Carmelo Luggeri complements Kiki Dee's vocal virtuosity

Dee-lightful Kiki's still got the music in her