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People across Leeds are being encouraged to get up to speed with the traffic and travel arrangements for one of the highlights of the city’s sporting and fundraising calendar.

Leeds City Council’s leisure centres are supporting visitors and staff to make the switch to reusable period products and removing the barrier of periods when being active.

Wheelchair users in Leeds are taking part in a skills course to build confidence and help them become more active.

Stars of the Olympics and Paralympics are set to be saluted alongside local coaching stalwarts and a whole host of other unsung heroes at the 2025 Leeds Sports Awards.

Press release issued on behalf of Leeds Sports Awards

The old eight-lane running track at Temple Newsam is set for a complete refurbishment after Leeds City Council and the running community of East Leeds receives a £15,000 grant from the Movement Fund.

Scott Hall Leisure Centre is back open after major improvements to the gym.

The gym has had a complete refurbishment with new flooring, lighting and decorations.

Leeds City Council has also invested in new state-of-the-art equipment for the facility, including the latest gym equipment for a full workout. Including a new functional including an interactive mini sled track.

Leeds City Council and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have been working over the summer to breathe new life into local park tennis courts across the city.

Leeds Equipment and Kit Exchange Partnership triumphs at Sport Positive Awards 2024

Leeds rolled out the red carpet last night as it honoured the local stars of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics with a civic reception.

Work is under way on two new community football pitches as Leeds City Council once again shows its commitment to providing top-class sporting facilities for local residents.

Local athletes have received a stirring message of support from Leeds as they get ready to go for gold at the 2024 Paralympic Games.