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Programme of events from 2011

 

Granary Wharf, Leeds Riviera |

sat 25 & sun 26 june 2011

‘Putting a contemporary slant on the idea of strolling along the promenade’.

Saturday                                               Sunday

• Upbeat music                                                              • Lazy, lounging music
• WOW balls from 11:30                                               • WOW balls from 11:30
• Swan pedalo                                                               • Swan pedalo
• Canoe classes                                                           • Origami boat making
• Model boat sailing                                                     • Caricaturist
• Origami workshop 11:00-12:00/15:00-16:00       • Origami workshop 11:00-12:00/15:00-16:00
• Caricaturist                                                                  • Caricaturist
• Cafes & bars promos                                                • Cafes and bars promos
• Outdoor games at Out of the Woods                      • Outdoor games at Out of the Woods
• Pop up Shop ‘Bird’s Yard’                                          • Pop up Shop ‘Bird’s Yard’
• Canoe taster sessions - All day                                • Free guided walks
                                                                                           • Lishi outdoor exercise
                                                                                             & well being class 11:00 - 12:00

 

 

The Hop @Granary Wharf

Saturday - Open from 11.00

  • 12.30 & 15.00 Steel Band.
  • Throughout the day from 13.00 - Sorted Media host live acts on the outside stage
    (solo /acoustic /various family friendly acts)
  • Gourmet BBQ all weekend
  • 21.00 Blueniks - Upbeat Blues Band

 

  • After the festival:
    21.00 Blueniks - Upbeat Blues Band: a great live act

Sunday

  • 12.00 – 17.00 Outside acoustic/Buskers stage performers/buskers' from all over the city.
  • 17.00 - Sunday Blues - hosted by the cities own Blooz Promos.

 

 

 

Mint Hotel @ Granary Wharf

Saturday

12pm BBQ in Mint Hotel Ground Floor Terrace
Mint Hotel will host (weather permitted) a BBQ in our ground floor terrace open to anyone to come! Food will be cooked fresh to order and enjoy special prices on Draught Beer and Jugs of Pimms. A great way to start the weekend!

4pm Cocktail Mater class at the Granary Lounge Bar
Learn from the best mixologists in the city how to make 5 old time classic cocktails to improve your hosting skills at home! Taste the cocktails and even try to make one behind the bar

Sunday

12pm BBQ in Mint Hotel Ground Floor Terrace
Mint Hotel will host (weather permitted) a BBQ in our ground floor terrace open to anyone to come! Food will be cooked fresh to order and enjoy special prices on Draught Beer and Jugs of Pimms. A great way to start the weekend!

 

 

 

Brewery Wharf | 25 & 26 June 2011

Join us for a cool drink & some cool sounds at Leeds’ longest established waterfront community & leisure space.

Day long entertainment for all to enjoy & you can even stay for dinner!

Saturday 14.00 – 17:00 and after the festival ‘til late

  • • Music all day from some of Leeds best DJ’s
    • Face painters and henna painters
    • Free Salsa dance lessons throughout the day
    • Dance shows
    • Fantastic food and drink promotions
    • Ultimate raffle with a range of incredible prizes! (Profits to charity)

For full programme information please visit www.brewerywharf.net

Sunday

  • Eat, drink and relax at the fabulous location of Brewery Wharf.

 

Artsmix Contemporary Art Market @Brewery Wharf
Saturday only – 12:00 – 17:00

• The Artsmix Market featuring an eclectic mix of contemporary art, design and craft. Browse and buy original handmade products along the riverside walk between Brewery Wharf and Clarence Dock. For more infp contact info@artsmix.co.uk

 

Calls Landing, The Calls opposite Brewery Wharf
Why not join us at Calls Landing Stew and Oyster Bar on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th June 2011 in celebration of Leeds’ annual Waterfront Festival. There will be the usual delicious selection of seasonal stews, fantastic BBQ and the very best in fine wines, great beers and real ales; we’ll see you by the riverside!

 

Aire Bar is open from 10.30am
Serving our award winning breakfasts with a south facing balcony. Find a wide range of continental beers and an extensive wine list. www.airebar.co.uk

 

 

Clarence Dock | 25 & 26 June 2011

Leeds Community Foundation Dragon Boat Racing Spectacle @Clarence Dock
Saturday and Sunday, 10.00 – 16.00
Festival goers will be treated to the sight of huge 40ft long dragon boats racing at Clarence Dock complete with 16 paddlers and a drummer all in amazing technicolour fancy dress!
The Dragon Boat Racing sees some of Leeds’ biggest employers taking to the water to raise money for Leeds based community initiatives.


Also at Clarence Dock

Saturday

  • Radio Aire host Leeds biggest ever ‘open mic’ event
  • Local talent of Leeds perform in Armouries Square. Send a clip to www.radioaire.com to enter!
  • Event hosted throughout by Radio Aire presenters.
  • Fun for the whole family
  • Live cooking demonstrations by on site restaurants
  • Outdoor bar and food areas with al fresco seating around the dock.
  • Children’s entertainment in the new community space.

Sunday

  • More entertainment for all the family
  • Highlights include salsa dancing and pizza making for the kids!

 

 

 

Thwaite Mills | 25 & 26 June 2011

Saturday - Open 10.30 - 17.00
FREE parking, entry and activities

  • All day Leeds MG and Classic Car Club show
  • Craft Fair
  • Bouncy Castle
  • Face Painter
  • Live music
  • Black Smith Demonstrations
  • Operational Steam Crane and Titan Tractor.
  • Children’s workshops
  • Bring a picnic.

Sunday - Open 13.00 – 17.00
FREE parking, entry and activities

  • Laid back Sunday; bring a picnic and relax in the grounds.
  • Join the team from BTCV at Skelton Grange Environment Centre for a range of activities
  • Cycle powered Smoothie Maker,
  • Bin Sling Saloon (a game of interactive recycling),
  • Natural craft activities and Nature trails.

 

Don’t Miss

Buskers’ Walk
Follow the Buskers’ along the waterfront fromGranary Wharf to Brewery Wharf

Syntan Barge visiting Leeds
Listen to Live Music on the Syntan Barge and take a visit on board – find us on the River Aire opposite Brewery Wharf.

FREE Leeds Civic Trust Guided Walks along the Waterfront
SUNDAY 26 JUNE • Departing at 2 pm and 3 pm
Meet your guide at the end of Millennium footbridge, Brewery Wharf
(opposite Oracle Bar).

 

Please note that timings and events may change – keep up to date on our website and Facebook page. 

 



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