Crossgates Archives - East Side Story

CASH IN OR SHUT DOWN? THE POLARISING REALITY OF LEEDS FESTIVAL ON THE EAST ECONOMY

As 75,000 music fans pack their bags for the short migration to Bramham Park, a completely different kind of preparation is taking place behind

August 23, 2026

Aberford·Barwick-in-Elmet & Potterton·Bramham·Business·Clifford·Community·Crossgates·Garforth·General News·Kippax·Micklefield·Scholes·Seacroft·Thorner·Wetherby

WETHERSPOONS SILENCES THE DIGITAL CACOPHONY: WHY TIM MARTIN IS KEEPING IT QUIET

In a major shift that has delighted traditionalists and stunned the smartphone generation, JD Wetherspoon has announced a strict immediate ban on customers playing

August 21, 2026

Business·Community·Community Spaces·Crossgates·Garforth·General News·Hospitality·News·Wetherby

Crossgates community garden summer celebration brings residents together

A once gated-off and unloved piece of land in East Leeds has been brought back to life as local residents gathered to celebrate their

August 17, 2026

Arts and Crafts·Community Spaces·Crossgates·Events·Festival

Crossgates walk brings East Leeds history to life

Residents stepped back in time during a community heritage walk. The event celebrated the people, places, and stories that shaped East Leeds. The walk

July 13, 2026

Community·Crossgates·Heritage Trail

Community Champion from Crossgates Scoops Top Honour

A volunteer from Crossgates has been recognised for his dedication to helping vulnerable people after winning a major honour at this year’s Yorkshire Choice

June 22, 2026

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