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.
Join Our Resident Interest Group and Shape the Future of Pride of Place Living!
Want to help shape Pride of Place Living from the ground up? Our Resident Interest Group (RIG) is a dynamic community of interested future residents coming together to define our values and vision. By joining, you’ll have a voice in key decisions, from community principles to shared spaces, ensuring our neighbourhood truly represents those who live here.
Get involved, share your ideas, and make a difference in creating a place to call home.
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
Building a Community with Purpose: Highlights from Our Resident Interest Group Values Workshop
At Pride of Place Living, we’re committed to creating more than just housing; we’re building a community that’s inclusive, supportive, and truly reflective of its residents’ values. On October 10th, we hosted a Resident Interest Group (RIG) Values Workshop, a collaborative session where future residents explored shared values and laid the foundation for a community-led…
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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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