Join us & Leeds Civic Trust for the official opening of the restored Bear Pit! The event at the Bear Pit will include speeches, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the unveiling of a new information board and sowing wildflower seeds in the Bear Pit new garden!

Tickets for the opening are free but booking is essential, please see Tickets below. 

After the grand opening (1pm-3pm), here at Left Bank we are welcoming in everyone down for some free family crafts and community consultation.

Come along to Terminus Tap Room and Bottle Shop, for a crafty evening run by local artist Amy (Studio Esk Haus). Get creative and paint your own set of 4 coasters, using brushes and stencils, while enjoying a fun and relaxing atmosphere. No experience necessary.

All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity! Don't miss out on this opportunity to create something special for your home or to give as a thoughtful gift. Grab your friends and make it a memorable night of painting and sipping. Drinks will be available to purchase from the bar.

Mixed ability stained-glass workshop. This workshop is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience.

Your incredibly talented tutor, Samantha Yates, will tailor the sessions to your experience level so you'll really get the most from this fabulous workshop.

During the session, you will learn how to use glass tools to cut and shape glass, understand the difference between copper foil and leaded technique and be able to produce a simple design which you will take home with you!!

What a perfect way to spend a Saturday!!

This April Fool’s Day, we are delving into the deceptive world of quackery.

Travel back to the origins of the quack doctor and explore the most dangerous and daft cures of the 18th and 19th centuries. Taking place in our Victorian Operating Theatre, this talk will expose some of the most notorious historical medicines of the past 300 years.

Join professional writer and teacher Chris and explore the world of memoir writing.

A memoir is a narrative written from your perspective, which can be about an important aspect of your life. As well as being an empowering personal journey, writing a memoir can help you share priceless life experiences so that they can inspire others.

Celebrate the Spring season by painting loose watercolour florals with Swarthmore artist and tutor, Jo. During this session you will be taught specific techniques to keep your work bright and fresh.  

You will be under the expert guidance of Jo, who will take you step by step through the process of using watercolours. This session is beginner friendly, but those with more experience will be able to hone their skills and gain useful insights!!


Please note - this workshop is suitable for beginners but they must be 18+
 

It's time to dust off your checkerboard vans and skinny jeans for a night of alternative anthems, emo and pop punk, hosted by the infamous Moustache DJs!