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As Leeds heads into what is expected to be its busiest shopping period of the year, the vacancy rate in the city centre’s main retail area stands at just 8.8 per cent, the lowest since figures started being collated in 2019.

As Leeds heads into what is expected to be its busiest shopping period of the year, the vacancy rate in the city centre’s main retail area stands at just 8.8 per cent, the lowest since figures started being collated in 2019.

As Leeds heads into what is expected to be its busiest shopping period of the year, the vacancy rate in the city centre’s main retail area stands at just 8.8 per cent, the lowest since figures started being collated in 2019.

The new Woodhall Sports Hub, in the Calverley area of Leeds. Credit: West Riding FA.

The new Woodhall Sports Hub, in the Calverley area of Leeds.

The new Woodhall Sports Hub, in the Calverley area of Leeds. Credit: West Riding FA.

Families can collect a spellbook at the gate and set off to find the ten willow arches belonging to each of the witches of Lotherton, searching through the woods, gardens, Wildlife World and around Lotherton Hall.

Set amongst the golden-hued trees of the Lotherton estate, Spellbound will be an autumnal exploration for the whole family.

'Spellbound' will be an enchanting trail for those interested in helping the Lotherton witches mend a spell at a gentler pace.

Visitors can expect to be enchanted and bewitched at Lotherton this half term as a brand new family event is set to be unveiled just in time for spooky season. ‘Spellbound’ is a magical Halloween trail where the whole family can collect clues and help mend a broken spell, running from 24 October to 1 November 2026.

Visitors can expect to be enchanted and bewitched at Lotherton this half term as a brand new family event is set to be unveiled just in time for spooky season. ‘Spellbound’ is a magical Halloween trail where the whole family can collect clues and help mend a broken spell, running from 24 October to 1 November 2026.