Date: 22 January 2026
Time: 5.30 pm – 7 pm
Location: Hyde Park Book Club
Celebrate the new book about Leeds by the People’s History Team
Join us to celebrate the publication of the first volume of the People’s History of Leeds. The project team has gathered stories from a variety of people across the city, and we can’t wait to show you our work. Featuring stories about: Reclaim the Night; Leeds Kirkgate Market; African and Carribean Nurses; Leeds United Football Club; Roller Skating in Leeds; The Birth of Goth Music.
Highlights:
- Live Stories from our team and some of the interviewees
- Film
- Free light refreshments
- A free book!
- A chance to tell your story
Places are limited, book your ticket via Eventbrite to reserve your spot.
People’s History of Leeds is a Leeds Older People’s Forum Project and funded by the Heritage Lottery.