Blacks Solicitors has successfully executed a series of walking tours in Leeds, supporting the Real Estate, Investment, and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF).
- The tours provided insights into Leeds’ real estate market, drawing interest from entrepreneurs and property experts across the country.
- Guided tours offered a look into Leeds’ artistic hotspots and retail history, alongside its urban renewal projects and African heritage.
- A networking event at Leeds Art Gallery, complete with an exhibition viewing, capped off the tours.
- UKREiiF 2024’s success, with over 13,000 delegates, points to a return in 2025, enhancing industry connections and property trend explorations.
Blacks Solicitors has recently celebrated the success of its walking tours in Leeds, an endeavour intricately linked to the Real Estate, Investment, and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF). The sold-out tours indicated significant local interest, as they showcased the vibrant Leeds real estate market. The events offered free participation and featured guests such as entrepreneurs and property experts from various corners of the country, each benefitting from the expertise of local guides well-versed in Leeds’ cultural and historical landscape.
Participants embarked on enlightening journeys through Leeds, unravelling the city’s rich artistic scenes, tracing the evolution of its retail environment, and unearthing the African footprints ingrained in its history. In addition, the tours highlighted several residential urban renewal projects, offering a window into the city’s continuous growth and redevelopment efforts.
Nick Dyson, Head of the Real Estate team at Blacks Solicitors, expressed pride in the firm’s integration within the Leeds real estate sector, emphasising the city’s outstanding property offerings. He noted the expertise within the firm, which has been vital in successfully promoting Leeds’ property landscape during the UKREiiF event.
The walking tours were skilfully guided by notable figures such as Robert Dyson, a significant participant of Leeds Civic Trust, Joe Williams, an actor and researcher who established the acclaimed Leeds Black History Walk, and Rachael Unsworth, Director of Leeds City Walking Tours.
Following the walking tours, attendees were invited to a networking drinks reception at Leeds Art Gallery’s Tiled Hall Café. This exclusive event included a private viewing of Peter Mitchell’s exhibition, which resonated with visitors through its photographic portrayal of Leeds. Jane Bhoyroo, Principal Keeper at Leeds Art Gallery, lauded the event’s triumph and the collaborative spirit fostered between the gallery and Blacks Solicitors.
Rachael Unsworth also shared her satisfaction with the tours’ success, highlighting the enthusiastic feedback received from participants keen to explore more facets of Leeds. This eagerness suggests a persistent interest in the city’s historical and cultural narrative.
Signifying the unparalleled success of UKREiiF 2024, with attendance surpassing 13,000 delegates, plans for UKREiiF 2025 have been confirmed. Scheduled for the 21st to 22nd May 2025, this event promises opportunities for attendees to delve into the latest property trends and forge meaningful relationships with industry peers.
The success of the walking tours and the UKREiiF event underscores Leeds’ growing significance in the real estate sector.
