Carousel and Home – the new go-to evening destinations

Where TigerTiger once stood, sits two brand new venues, Carousel cocktail and games bar, and Home nightclub.

Your Sad Little Lunch Survival Guide

Spoiler Alert: The Light is Your Sanctuary

CITY BEACH GIVEAWAY

Our city beach is making a comeback, and this time it’s going to be here all summer! To help celebrate the beach fun we have planned over the next six weeks, we’ve launched an exciting giveaway.

Fancy a night out at Cargo?

Cargo is giving away a package that allows you to skip the queue, have free entry and a premium bottle of the spirit of your choice!

Enjoy cocktails and comedy on the city beach

A mid-summer treat is coming your way as we announce our first Comedy and Cocktails event held here at the Light, raising funds for Leeds Teaching Hospitals.

Spring into Spring with our Cherry Blossom Tree Walkway & Themed Cocktails

From Friday 22^nd – Sunday 24^th April, we’ll be bringing a taste of Japanese Cherry Blossom season to British springtime with our pop-up Cherry Blossom themed event.

Win the ultimate night out for you and your bestie!

If you love a night out filled with live music, games and delicious food and drink, we have the competition for you.

he Light isn’t just a great place for food and drinks, we have game too. To help celebrate our newest tenant, Roxy Lanes moving in last month, we’ve launched an exciting competition, with a prize perfect for the whole family this Mother’s Day.

Mothers Day 2022

This Mother’s Day we want to help you celebrate the leading lady in your life. That’s why we’re giving away tickets to a special screening of Marry Me at the Vue in The Light, along with movie snacks, to five lucky winners and their mum, plus two other guests.

From burgers to pizza and dessert – the dishes at The Light you won’t know are vegan this Veganuary

Challenging yourself to Veganuary this month? You’re not the only one, as Google Trends data shows a 50% increase in searches for the term in December 2021 compared to December 2020*. While you may be trying your hand at some new homemade dishes, there’s no need to ditch eating out with friends and family altogether.

SANTA’S GROTTO FOR GROWN UPS COMES TO THE LIGHT THIS DECEMBER

We’re bringing the magic back to Christmas by hosting Leeds’s first ever ‘Grotto for Grown-ups’.

Win two box tickets to Sam Fender’s concert at Leeds First Direct Arena

Sam Fender is coming to Leeds’s First Direct Arena on Wednesday 24th November, and to celebrate we’re giving away a prize you won’t want to miss.

Take our quick survey for the chance to win a £100 voucher

We’re proud to be one of Leeds’s best leisure destinations – but we want to offer our loyal visitors even more when they choose to visit The Light.

Make Afternoon Tea Week extra delicious at The Light in Leeds

From 10^th to 15^th August, Afternoon Tea Week will be in full swing at The Light! Why not celebrate this historic (and delicious) tradition in style with family and friends? Check out the best offers from Fleur Café, Browns and Firelake at the Radisson to celebrate this decadent week.

The best prosecco treats at The Light

On 13^th August, World Prosecco Day will come alive, with bottles popping and bubbles pouring, as fizz lovers celebrate in style. Some like their bubbles straight while others prefer a fruity twist. But no matter how you like your prosecco, there’s something for everyone at The Light

The Most Delicious Chocolate Creations at The Light

With World Chocolate Day just around the corner on July 7^th, our sweet tooth is in full swing! And with chocolatey treats it’s impossible to just have one so we’ve done a sampling of our favourite chocolate dishes at The Light!

Father’s Day at The Light

Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together as a family. With restrictions easing, now is the chance to get out and make some memories.

POP UP BEACH COMES TO THE LIGHT THIS HALF TERM

We’ll be bringing a taste of the seaside to Leeds this half term, as we host our first ever pop-up beach for families in Leeds.

A Bottomless Beach Club is coming to The Light

The Light is hosting is very own Beach Club on St. Anne’s Gardens, offering bottomless brunch from Fleur, cocktails and Ibiza tunes!

Wave goodbye to lockdown with our springtime cocktail picks!

With lockdown measures beginning to ease over the coming weeks – at The Light we’re eagerly preparing to welcome our guests back. And as we prepare to reopen for outdoor dining, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite spring inspired cocktails to get you extra excited about when we reopen!

Five top tips for celebrating a birthday in lockdown

It’s been a full year since the pandemic hit the UK and many of us will soon be celebrating a second birthday in lockdown. And while it might feel pretty unfair that your big birthday plans are on hold again, it doesn’t mean celebrations are completely cancelled. Here are our five tops tips for making your lockdown birthday a special day to remember.

Recreate your fav “Light” Pancakes at Home!

Pancake Day is nearly here and although we can’t venture out to feast on them this year, luckily these sweet treats are easy to make at home. We’ve picked out some of our favourite pancake dishes here at The Light so that you can have a go at making these delicious creations yourself this Shrove Tuesday!

Five Ideas for the Perfect At-Home Date Night this Valentine’s Day

Date night may seem like a distant memory in the midst of lockdown but with Valentine’s Day almost upon us, here are our best ideas for bringing the ultimate, romantic date night to your home.

How to Recreate Your Fav Dishes This Veganuary

As Veganuary is in full swing, those who have been trying the plant-based lifestyle for the last few weeks might be feeling in need of some more inspiration for new dishes to see them through to the end of the month. Well, fear not! We’ve pulled together a list of some of our favourite vegan dishes available at restaurants in The Light, that you can recreate at home!

The Light celebrates your lockdown heroes!

We know that the last few months of lockdown have been tough for many of us. And with restrictions now finally easing, here at The Light, we want to celebrate any local lockdown heroes, who have managed to spread some positivity during the recent months.

Welcoming visitors back to The Light: what you can expect

Here at The Light, we are delighted to be welcoming visitors back into the centre. However, in order to keep both our visitors and our staff safe, we have introduced some new measures across the centre. Please make sure you familiarise yourself with the new regulations before visiting us. Here’s all you need to know…

The new measures in place at The Light

Social distancing

Five ideas for the ultimate lockdown date night

Restaurants, bars and cinemas across the country may be temporarily shut, but that doesn’t mean that date nights have to be on hold too! Here at The Light, we’ve pulled together a list of five date night ideas that are perfect for a romantic evening during lockdown.

Five top tips for hosting a virtual dinner party

While restaurants across the UK may be temporarily closed, here at The Light we wanted to make sure you aren’t missing out on dinner parties with friends and family! That’s why we’ve pulled together five of our top tips for hosting a super fun and easy, virtual dinner party from the of your own home.

THE LIGHT COLOURING SHEETS

Indoor games to keep the kids entertained during lockdown

Keeping the kids entertained is a priority for families across the county during this period of lockdown. But thinking of new and exciting games to keep the little monkeys happy can be tricky. To help those running out of ideas, we’ve created a list of a fun activities for children of all ages!

1. ESCAPE HUNT

ESCAPE BOREDOM: ESCAPE HUNT LAUNCHES NEW ADVENTURE GAME,STOLEN, WHICH YOU CAN PLAY FROM YOUR OWN HOME

ESCAPE BOREDOM: ESCAPE HUNT LAUNCHES NEW ADVENTURE GAME,
STOLEN, WHICH YOU CAN PLAY FROM YOUR OWN HOME

Keep the whole family entertained with our quaran-TV suggestions

Finding something to watch that all members of the family can enjoy is never easy. But during the current lockdown, a fun family film day can be a great way to keep the kids entertained. So while the cinemas are closed, here at The Light, we thought we’d lend a hand by pulling together a list of five must see films and TV shows, which are all available on Netflix, and that everyone will love…

Five easy-to-make cocktails for an at-home happy hour

While the UK may be in temporary lockdown, here at The Light we wanted to make sure our community isn’t missing out on the fun of happy hour! So to help get you through this strange period until our favourite bars and restaurants can re-open, we’ve pulled together a list of five easy-to-make quarantine cocktails that you can enjoy from the safe space of your own home.

Keep lockdown fit with Nuffield Health

The gym may be closed, but you can still continue to keep fit at home with Nuffield Health. Plus, if you are a member, you can download the app and enjoy complete work outs in the comfort of your own home too! Round up of what the gym is offering…

Offering online fitness classes so you can continue to work out at home with minimal or no equipment:
- YouTube – We have developed a variety of workouts that you can complete at home. These short HIIT classes can be done at any level. More content is being filmed to ensure full body Circuit, HIIT and Core options are available, as well as a warm up and cool down option.
- My Wellbeing App – A virtual gym experience via our Nuffield Health MyWellbeing App which you can download for iPhones or Android devices. Our bodyweight workout of the week, free access to Les Mills On Demand™, tailored programmes and a variety of live challenges are available now on the app. Links to the most up-to-date Coronavirus information will also be refreshed regularly.
Sharing resources to help you stay fit without leaving the house, including an exercise guide specifically for those over the age of 70.
Providing children with a personalised Wellbeing Journal PDF, made up of activities and challenges to do at home. Please visit www.nuffieldhealth.com/kidswellbeing to download.
Supporting parents with our practical guide ‘Keeping Children Happy and Positive at Home’, filled with emotional wellbeing information, advice and activities – coming soon.
Tips on managing your emotional wellbeing in uncertain times.

Hold Up Ideas for the Kids!

If you are trying to entertain the kids during quarantine (I have two) and have run out of ideas already and snacks (ahh how many do they need!), here are a few ways to keep your little ones’ minds entertained during this stressful time.

Take advantage of these great valentine’s day offers at the light

Enjoy Browns’ top-class cuisine at a great price this Valentine’s Day with two courses for £22.95 or three for £26.95. There’s a huge selection on offer for this special set menu, including fresh seafood such as wild Atlantic scallops, sirloin steak on the bone, and specially-created indulgent treats like the trio of desserts – a delicious combination of chocolate torte, raspberry sorbet and salted caramel profiteroles.

MILLER & CARTER

5 fun alcohol-free activities to enjoy at The Light this Dry January

It’s that time of year again – the post-Christmas and New Year detox. And if you’re giving up the booze for Dry January then we have just the thing! We’ve pulled together a list of alcohol-free activities you can enjoy throughout the month that definitely won’t leave you feeling high and dry.

TEST YOUR TEAM SKILLS AT ESCAPE HUNT

The Light’s Gift Guide This Christmas

With the big day fast approaching, it’s time to think about what you’re going to buy everyone this Christmas. And if you’re looking for alternative gift ideas this festive season, look no further! The Light is on hand with something to please everyone…

ESCAPE HUNT

A new luxury dessert restaurant is coming to The Light!

Haute Dolci, a restaurant which specialises in a gourmet dessert experience, is set to open its doors on Friday 30th August at The Light in Leeds.

Hundreds turn out for a whiz around our adult playground!

Here at The Light, we understand the trials and tribulations of adult life, which is why we decided that it was time for adults to forget all their responsibilities for a few short minutes by hosting two pop-up Adult Playground events.

Here’s how you can win tickets to see The Lion King at The Light, and even a trip to Disneyland Paris!

Disney’s new Lion King movie hits screens on 19^th July and to celebrate, The Light has teamed up with Radio Aire to offer the chance to win not only cinema tickets to see the film, but even a family trip to Disneyland Paris for the Lion King and Jungle festival with the added bonus of £500 spending money!

Our Toy Story 4 Rodeo Party hits bullseye!

Last month, we hosted the ultimate kids’ rodeo party for the hotly anticipated release of the new Pixar and Disney animated film, Toy Story 4, raising a whopping total of £945.98 for Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital.

4 Ways to spoil your Dad at the Light this Father’s Day

Need some inspiration for that perfect gift this Father’s Day? Look no further! Here at the Light we have a whole host of places and offers for the whole family to enjoy…

Where to celebrate National Fish & Chip Day at The Light

It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for! 7^th June is officially National Fish & Chips Day, and to make things easy for you, we’ve pulled together our selection of the best places to get your fill of the classic British favourite…

An ultimate wipeout game is coming to The Light – and it’s completely FREE!

A giant ultimate wipeout game is coming to The Light on Sunday, June 2 as part of a pop-up adults-only playground.

Dough-NOT miss these Leeds treats this National Doughnut Week

Prepare to celebrate National Doughnut Week (11^th – 18^th May 2019) on the ultimate sugar high with these tasty treats at The Light in Leeds…

Calling all chocoholics – our Easter Chocolate Factory is on its way!

We all know calories don’t count over Easter, which is why chocoholics will love our ‘guilt free’ pop up Chocolate Factory.

Have an egg-static Easter at The Light

Looking to keep your little monkeys entertained this Easter? Keep the kids (and grown-ups) busy with these egg-cellent days out at The Light.

GET KNITTING FOR CHARITY

THE HORSE KNITTING PATTERN – The horses can be knitted with double knitting wool, or you can use Aran weight, or two balls of double knitting at the same time – this makes a larger, firmer horse, but doubled wool is slightly more awkward to knit. Any colour yarns can be used!! If using double knitting wool use size 3 3/4 needles. If using doubled up double knitting wool or aran type wool use size 5 needles. k = knit

Pop along to the Mother’s Day Pop-Up Pamper Parlour!

Still looking for the perfect way to show mum just how much she means to you this Mother’s Day? Look no further! We’ve got the perfect solution – why not surprise her with a day of relaxation at The Light’s Mother’s Day Pop-Up Pamper Parlour?

How to celebrate Mum in Leeds this Mother’s Day

If you’re stuck for ideas on how to treat your mum this Mother’s Day – look no further! Here at The Light, we have a range of offers to help find show your appreciation for every type of mum (even the ones who have it all!)…

Impress your Valentine this February 14th at The Light

Wondering how to celebrate February 14^th this year? Perhaps you want a candlelit dinner with your better half, or maybe you’re trying to impress a Bumble date? Whatever you fancy, there’s something for everyone at The Light to add a romantic spark this Valentine’s Day.

Dry January? No problem! The official list of the best mocktails in The Light!

Looking for the perfect non-alcoholic tipples to help you through Dry January? Look no further! We’ve pulled together a list of the tastiest alcoholic free cocktails at The Light in Leeds!

Tis the season to be indulgent – the best festive food at The Light

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – the Christmas countdown is well and truly on! And whether you’re already full of the festive spirit, or need some encouragement, we’ve put together a round-up of the best Christmas dishes available at The Light.

Stuff the turkey and say hello to the best Christmas parties in town

Bored with the idea of stuffed turkey sandwiches, forced fun and dodgy dancing? Who could blame you? Thankfully this year at The Light, we have a whole host of Christmas party options to help you celebrate in style and give a Christmas kiss goodbye to another tragic work party.

Scareground. Is. Coming.

Grab your ghoulish gang this Halloween for an evening of evil entertainment, fantastic food and criminal cocktails! The Light is hosting a Scareground event at Firelake Restaurant at Radisson Blu on Saturday 27^th November and with freak show entertainment, a Halloween-themed two course dinner and a cocktail of your choice, there’s more TREAT than TRICK with this fang-tastic offer!

My first month: Liam Pearce

Hi I’m Liam, a recent winner of the Nuffield ‘Make it, don’t break it’ competition.

Celebrate Leeds Restaurant Week at The Light!

It’s back! The wonderful Leeds Restaurant Week returns this August from Saturday 11^th August to Sunday 19^th August 2018 offering delicious food for a bargain price! And here at The Light, we have lots of ways to get involved…

My First Month: Ella Sykes

My first month

Doing it for the kids – The Light is launching free Sunday clubs throughout the summer holidays

Ever get stuck for ideas on how to keep the little ones entertained during the summer holidays? It’s safe to say you’re not alone!

We’ve announced our Make It, Don’t Break It competition winners!

Earlier this year, we challenged you guys to share exactly why you deserved to win a £1,000 fitness prize with Nuffield Health here at The Light. After a staggering number of entrants, we’re delighted to announce our two winners, Liam Pearce and Ella Sykes.

Celebrating Father’s Day at The Light

If you’re stuck for ideas on how to treat that special Father-figure this Father’s Day – you’ve come to the right place! Here at The Light, we have a range of offers to help find the perfect gift for even the most awkward of Dads.

A wheelie great prize for a talented local schoolgirl

We’re delighted to have gifted local school pupil, Sophie Ye, from Blenheim School, with Halfords vouchers so she can choose herself a fabulous new bike, as part of an art competition launched with our friends, The Real Junk Food Project, to celebrate the Tour De Yorkshire at the beginning of May!

Leeds photographers celebrated as part of ‘Instagram Art’ competition

After almost one thousand entries, we’re delighted to announce the ten winners of our #LeedsLightComp competition!

Escaping the ordinary

Can you cope under pressure? Can you outsmart cryptic clues and crazy riddles? How would you survive as an undercover agent?

Are you Leeds’ next big Instagram star?

Are you a budding Instagram star awaiting recognition for your amazing pictures? Then this competition is for you. Teaming up with Leeds Photography Group, here at The Light we’re on the hunt for Instagrammers across Leeds to enter our photography competition.

The Light’s Star of the Month

You all know that we LOVE our app members, but we wanted you all to feel extra special. So, to show you all just how much we appreciate your loyalty, we’ve launched a brand-new competition! Say hello to our Star of the Month initiative.Launched at the start of this year, our new competition sees us celebrate you. So, watch this space to see if you’re next month’s lucky winner. But for now, put your hands together for our first ever winner, Rob Scougall, who has scooped a meal for two at Turtle Prize as his Star of the Month award. Here’s a bit about Rob, what he loves about The Light…