It really feels as if Trinity shopping centre has been around forever.
We can't imagine walking around the city without nipping for some lunch inside Trinity kitchen or pottering around the shops to find something new to wear - it's truly a staple of the city.
Now celebrating 10 years since opening, Trinity will be celebrating its birthday with a series of events this week - including live DJs, sweet treats and commemorative badges and cake for the staff that have made the last decade a triumph for the popular shopping centre.
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “It’s fair to say since Trinity Leeds opened back in 2013 it has surpassed many people’s expectations of what a shopping centre could be.
“Over the years we’ve become an integral part of the landscape of the city centre, putting Leeds on the map as a leading retail and leisure destination, whilst playing a key role in the community.
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “It’s fair to say since Trinity Leeds opened back in 2013 it has surpassed many people’s expectations of what a shopping centre could be.
“Over the years we’ve become an integral part of the landscape of the city centre, putting Leeds on the map as a leading retail and leisure destination, whilst playing a key role in the community.
Remembering Trinity Leeds over the last ten years
2013
30,000 guests attended the launch day on 21 March 2013, curated by fashion designer Henry Holland. Amongst the excitement, there was an aerial acrobat, Colette Morrow, modelling the world's longest designer dress.
2016
Leeds student night in 2016 saw the shopping centre full of new students and those returning for studies shopping on all floors.
2017
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In 2017, Darth Vader and Boba Fett put their lightsaber skills to the test on the roof of the shopping centre ahead of the launch of Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
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In summer 2017, a 30ft helter-skelter was installed that allowed shoppers to slide between floors
2018
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In April 2018, a 31 metre wide Tour de Yorkshire sign was printed on the glass dome of Trinity - becoming Leeds' largest Tour de Yorkshire yellow bike.
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Made Up Leeds in 2018 saw Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo meet fans at Trinity Leeds, beauty influencer Lewys Ball and former Love Island star Kaz Crossley.
2020
Following confirmation of Leeds United’s promotion to the Premier League in July 2020, the streets connecting Trinity Leeds and Commercial Street was renamed Marcelo Bielsa Way - this was made a permanent fixture after Bielsa left the club last year.
2022
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Jurassic Island is always a popular summertime feature at Trinity Leeds, but 2022 saw the attraction complete with its own volcano erupting with blooms inside the shopping centre.
She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.
A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.
They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.
And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.
We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…
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Yes—scratch that; HELL YES!Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.
Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?
Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.
With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.
Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”
In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:
Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”
Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary
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The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.
Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.
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There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.
Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.
The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!
To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.
You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.
Sophie Smith -
20th March 2023 
