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Photo of the place following the mysterious arsen attack!
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Reflections of Victoria Gate car park building cladding on parked taxi in Dyer Street [bonnet (UK) = hood (US)]
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Although not an original approach it is something one feels the need to photograph at the time
A panoramic view across Leeds from the Park Plaza Hotel reveals a city where heritage and high-rises collide.
To the right, the grand former General Post Office (1896) anchors the square with Victorian confidence, now reinvented as part of the upmarket restaurant and hospitality scene. In the foreground stands the Queens Hotel, an Art Deco gem opened in 1937 by the London, Midland and Scottish Railway — once a gateway for steam-era travellers, now stylishly revived for the 21st century.
On the skyline, the shimmering blue tower of Platform (formerly City House) rises behind the station, and Channel 4 HQ presence marks the broadcaster’s bold move to Leeds in 2021 — a cultural coup for the city.
A city square once framed by car horns and soot now feels like a place to breathe. Leeds is still on the move — just with better views and nicer coffee.
Reflections of Victoria Gate car park building cladding (on the right) on parked taxi in Dyer Street [bonnet (UK) = hood (US)]
the Marjorie and Arnold Ziff building, University of Leeds. Building named after Arnold Ziff (1927-2004), opened in 2010, served as student services centre.
Bit sad seeing this in a way. Once a popular public house for Irish workmen in the 1970's, it was run in it's heyday by Harry O'Connor from Castlemaine, in County Kerry, and Kitty his wife from Westport, County Mayo, Republic of Ireland.
As well as Harry and Kitty there was Sheelagh and Mary their 2 daughters and a ruthless Jack Russell Terrier dog that knew no fear nor took no prisoners! He terrified bar staff and punters alike!
His Coup de Grace was closeting himself within the shadowy depths of Harry and Kitty's cellar. Needless to say anyone venturing down it, be they my dad/ someone from Tetley Brewery or the duke box company, were in for a nasty surprise! Harry's bar also staff had a habit of leaving stuff dropped on the floor until he had safely vacated the vicinity!
Following their departure it fell into slow decline and was eventually closed due to association with drug dealing.
A place of many childhood memories!
New John Lewis store in Leeds on site of demolished shops (left), and multi-storey car park (right) on site of old Leeds Milngarth Police Station
also known locally as "The Famine Church" following the 2nd of the potato blights which resulted in mass Irish migration to Leeds.
Wedding Place of my late Uncle Stanley Briggs to Doreen Dean (later Greenwood)
Now a church serving an influx of people from The Phillipines
Shot on the Mamiya 7 mk2 using Kodak 400TMY-2 Black and White Film. Not to be used or blogged without my permission.
Shot on the Mamiya 7 mk2 using Kodak 400TMY-2 Black and White Film. Not to be used or blogged without my permission.
Shot on the Mamiya 7 mk2 using Kodak 400TMY-2 Black and White Film. Not to be used or blogged without my permission.
Stepping into the City Varieties Music Hall is like slipping backstage in time — a world of velvet, vaudeville, and variety still alive after more than a century.
This original poster from Monday 29th May 1899 lists the night’s bill, led by comic duo Verno and Voyce, alongside acts like Rich & Rich, Florrie Chevalier, and the Original Ross Combination. A dazzling mix of comedy, music, burlesque, and eccentric turns — the very heartbeat of a Victorian night out.
Founded in 1865 above a pub, the City Varieties is one of the last surviving Victorian music halls in the UK — a Grade II* listed treasure, still entertaining under its gilded ceiling. Once home to the BBC’s The Good Old Days (1953–1983), it was lovingly restored in 2010–11 to preserve its character while preparing it for a new era of applause.
Functionality or design, which takes precedence?
For many many years in Britain functionality has has been the main design consideration. In recent years local authorities have realized that you can have good design bordering on 'art' and sometimes even 'art' that also provides functionality.
A good case in point is shown here in Hazelwood Street Leeds outside the new Victoria Gate John Lewis store where cycle racks have the appearance of quality installation art.
More of it please!
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Balconies on the York Street face of the Northern Ballet building in Leeds.
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Metal Gear Murals Rise In London, Leeds & Liverpool
Just in case you were not aware, the latest Metal Gear game is out soon, and Konami want you to know about it, having decided to unleash some additional advertising on select walls across the UK, featuring badass ninja Raiden.
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