New Briggate given new lease of life with nod to its rich historical roots

A regeneration scheme has tapped into the rich architectural and cultural traditions of Leeds to help deliver a bright future for a much-loved city-centre street.

- by Harriet Sutton

Backed by £1.3m worth of funding from Historic England's High Streets Heritage Action Zones (HAZ) programme, the Leeds City Council scheme was launched with the aim of making New Briggate an even better place to shop, socialise and spend time.

Heritage-led improvements to buildings and public spaces carried out as part of the three-year scheme were also designed to ensure the street offers the best possible setting for its many independent businesses. And, with work now fully completed, the results have been hailed as a "shining example" of how the city's proud past continues to inspire and influence its modern-day success.