Leeds’ first LGBTQ+ centre & housing project.
Our vision is to enable the creation of a vibrant and sustainable LGBTQ+ community in central Leeds where LGBTQ+ people can live, work, and enjoy life independently.
Introduction
An LGBTQ+ community-led organisation, Pride of Place Leeds is comprised of two projects that hope to share premises and services:
Pride of Place Living
A housing project that aims to construct 35 high quality, fully accessible, flexible and affordable homes in central Leeds.
Pride of Place Space
The creation of an LGBTQ+ Cultural and Community Arts Centre in Leeds.
Pride of Place Living: Resident Interest Group Workshop | Autumn 2024
This autumn we’re hosting an engaging workshop with our resident interest group, where we will explore and discuss the core values that should be embedded in Pride of Place Living. This is a fantastic opportunity to share your ideas, connect with potential future neighbours, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our community. If you’re interested and eager to participate, please reach out to us!
We’ve updated our prospectus!
Including valuable input from community workshops and design discussions, our new prospectus sets out progress to date, as well updated design specifications and a financial model for Pride of Place Living.
Take a look at our new prospectus today
New Prospectus for 2023
Latest News
Celebrating a Fantastic Leeds Pride Day Festival
We had an incredible time at Leeds Pride! The streets were alive with joyous parades and a true sense of community. Thousands gathered to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusivity, making it a day to remember. A special thank you to Leeds Building Society for their partnership, which made the day even more memorable. Join us…
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Community Engagement: Insights from Our 5th June Workshop
On 5th June 2024, we hosted the first Pride of Place: Living workshop of the year, continuing our tradition of engaging the Leeds LGBTQ+ community in the development of an LGBTQ+ affirmative, multi-generational housing scheme. This session built on the foundations laid by previous workshops in 2022 and 2023, bringing fresh perspectives and deeper insights…
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Leeds Building Society grant
From Leeds Building Society: “We know that for some people access to safe and secure housing can feel totally out of reach. But as a purpose-led business, we’re committed to supporting local good causes that help people have a place to call home. Today we’re announcing that five community projects will receive a share of…
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