For Heritage Open Days 2025 take a journey through 90 years of innovation, architecture and bookshelves.

Come with us on a walk around the University of Leeds, visiting three of our academic libraries along the way. We’ll explore how they reflect the time in which they were built, and see how they’ve adapted to the changing needs of students.

*Please note the tour will last approximately 90 minutes. When booking you will be given a choice between two timeslots: Morning Tour 10:30 – 12:00 or Afternoon Tour 14:30 – 16:00.*

Instead of our usual full-body life drawing, this month we will be focusing on the face. If you have been looking to practice your portrait skills, this is the session for you.

This workshop is open to everyone, from newcomers who want to take up a hobby through to experienced artists looking to hone their sketching skills.

Materials including various papers, pencils, charcoal and drawing boards will be supplied, but please feel free to bring your own too.

Join us for a mini Vintage Fair as part of Sunny Bank Mill's Heritage Weekend. 

We'll be showcasing and selling some of the wonderfully eclectic vintage items that have washed up at Scrap over the years. From buttons to furniture, via clothing and gadgets, goodness knows what you'll find at this small, but perfectly formed, Mini Vintage Sale.

There will be loads going on across the Mills, plus the rest of Scrap to explore and our micro cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, and gorgeous brownies. 

See you there!

A fantastical puppet adventure! At Sea is an uplifting  tale of a sailor’s triumph over darkness; Non-verbal, with stunning projections and music. A life-affirming family show for anyone aged 6+.

Our Sailor is lost without his Compass. His quest takes him through Coral Reef, a Siren’s Lair, right to the bottom of the ocean. Will he ever make it out of the belly of the beast and find his way home?

'Let’s Dance!’

An evening of music, food, dance and laughter!

Join in and learn lots of traditional dances with live music from a Ceilidh band, as well as food and drink to keep you going!

You pay what you decide.

An Evening of Traditional Irish Music

Hosted by Patrick Ruane (Piano Accordion) and Kevin Hurley (Flute)

All musicians welcome. More information here.

A Magical Christmas Awaits: Leeds Philharmonic Chorus at Temple Newsam House!