Blacks Solicitors has successfully hosted a series of walking tours in Leeds, aligning with the UKREiiF event.
- The tours were free and featured participation from entrepreneurs and property experts nationwide.
- Local guides led the tours, highlighting Leeds’ artistic, historical, and urban development areas.
- Following the tours, attendees were treated to a networking reception at Leeds Art Gallery.
- The initiative showcased Leeds’ growth and cultural richness, receiving positive feedback from participants.
Blacks Solicitors organised a series of walking tours in Leeds to coincide with the recent Real Estate, Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) event. These tours were a showcase of the city’s artistic and cultural heritage and were offered free of charge. The firm drew participation from business entrepreneurs and property experts across the country, making it a notable event in the region.
Each walking tour was led by experienced local guides and aimed to highlight different aspects of Leeds. Participants explored the city’s vibrant art scene, the historical footprint of African influence, retail evolution, and significant urban renewal projects. Nick Dyson, head of the real estate team at Blacks Solicitors, commented on the tours’ aim to illustrate the city’s exceptional property offerings and the firm’s deep involvement in the local real estate sector.
Tour guides included prominent figures such as Robert Dyson from Leeds Civic Trust, Joe Williams, a local researcher and founder of Leeds Black History Walk, and Rachael Unsworth, Director of Leeds City Walking Tours. Their expertise provided attendees with a profound understanding of the city’s history and growth.
The tours concluded with a drinks reception and an exclusive viewing of the Peter Mitchell exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery. This offered attendees the opportunity to network in the distinguished surroundings of the Tiled Hall Café, enhancing the prestige of the event. Jane Bhoyroo from Leeds Art Gallery expressed gratitude towards Blacks Solicitors for choosing the gallery as a venue, highlighting the benefits of such high-profile networking occasions.
Rachael Unsworth shared that the feedback received was overwhelmingly positive, reflecting a strong interest in the cultural and economic narrative of Leeds. She noted that many participants were eager to engage further in similar future initiatives, underscoring the event’s success.
The walking tours by Blacks Solicitors effectively highlighted Leeds’ dynamic history and contemporary developments, fostering both engagement and interest among participants.
