Skip to main content
winston-solicitors-north-leeds-businesses-ls8-meet-up
Our news

A Successful Year for the LS8 Meet-Up Group for North Leeds Businesses

Teresa Davidson Teresa Davidson
4 min read

Since its inception in early 2023, the LS8 Meet-Up has rapidly evolved into a thriving local networking group. Fuelled by coffee, croissants and charity, the group is dedicated to fostering strong connections between North Leeds businesses. The events take place at the Leeds Deli in Roundhay, which provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere alongside a delicious breakfast.

Teresa Davidson, a partner at Winston Solicitors and family law specialist, has been the driving force behind the LS8 Meet-up events. In response to the final meet-up of the year, she said:

"We're thrilled with the growth and success we've achieved in such a short time. It's testament to the incredible businesses and professionals in North Leeds and their dedication to strengthening our local community. We look forward to continuing to build valuable connections and making a positive impact."

Our roots are important to us, here at Winston Solicitors, and supporting our local community is part of our ethos. Facilitating these events has allowed us to support North Leeds businesses and the wider community in several ways.

North Leeds Businesses Have Made Some Great Connections

At the core of the LS8 Meet-Up’s mission is the belief that "people buy from people." The group’s primary objective is to create a close-knit community where North Leeds businesses and professionals actively support, engage, and collaborate with one another. The bi-monthly breakfast events offer a relaxed platform for members to develop lasting relationships, exchange ideas, and contribute to the economic growth of North Leeds.  

A distinguishing factor of the LS8 Meet-up's success is its informal approach. This isn't your average breakfast networking, where people are only interested in the hard hustle. While formal networking can yield some great results, this is a space for deeper connection. Lasting friendships between local North Leeds businesses have been built over a Leeds Deli breakfast at the LS8 Meet-up groups. 

"It has been good to meet people. It has increased my confidence at networking. It has been a great opportunity to build future relationships.” - Liz Earley, Liz Early Acupuncture

One thing you can be sure of is that nobody leaves with a handful of faceless business cards they don’t want or need. It’s all about quality over quantity.

Charities in North Leeds have Benefitted from the LS8 Meet-Up Group

In addition to its focus on North Leeds businesses, the LS8 Meet-up group prides itself on giving back. Each networking event includes a raffle, and all proceeds go to the chosen charity for that particular event. The raffle winner chooses the charity for the following meet-up, which means there has been a good circulation of great causes to donate to. Choosing a charity isn’t the only reward for winning the raffle draw, and winners also walk away with a wonderful selection of delights from the Leeds Deli.

To date, the group has raised £450 for five local Leeds charities and generated several volunteers to lend a hand. The March LS8 Meet-up raised money for Cash for Kids, May’s charity was Zarach Leeds, and July Leeds Mind. In September, we donated to Leeds Hospitals Charity / Rob Burrow Centre for MND and our ultimate North Leeds networking charity of the year was St Gemma's Hospice Leeds.

winston-solicitors-ls8-meetup-north-leeds-businesses-charity-raffle-winners2winston-solicitors-ls8-meetup-north-leeds-businesses-charity-raffle-winners

Sophie Westmoreland, Corporate and Events Fundraiser at Leeds Mind, offered further insight into the LS8 Meet-ups saying:

“The mix of really local businesses with a genuine interest in connecting! Plus the warm atmosphere and hosting by Winston Solicitors. We received a lovely donation, got to spread the word about Leeds Mind and got some sign-ups to our events. It’s great that you can go in a morning and then fit in other things for the rest of the day!”

North Leeds Businesses are Also Integral to the Success of the Meet-ups 

Tucked away in the leafy suburbs, a hop skip and a jump from the bustle of Street Lane in Roundhay, The Leeds Deli offers the perfect environment for informal networking. A combination of soft lighting, appetising food, and great coffee creates an intimate atmosphere that encourages conversation. With ample parking, outdoor seating and easy access from all North Leeds locations.

In addition, anyone who attended the LS8 meet-ups over the year received a small gift of appreciation. For this, we chose The Biskery, a local business that specialises in creating beautiful, sweet treats that get your message across.

winston-solicitors-ls8-meetup-north-leeds-businesses-the-biskery

Here’s to Another Great Year of LS8 Meet-Ups for North Leeds Businesses

Feedback for the LS8 Meet-up has been fantastic and many have already seen the benefit of the contacts they’ve made.

" I've really enjoyed coming, not all networking events give you the chance to chat to people in a relaxed manner without the pressure to have tons of referrals... looking forward to coming back next year." - Luke Senior, Just Mortgages

Popularity of LS8 Meet-up for North Leeds businesses is evident, with a growing waiting list to join its events. We look forward to another bumper year of networking in 2024.

Are you part of a North Leeds business? For more information about the LS8 Meet-Ups, please contact Leonie Donne @email

Client feedback

Winstons are brilliant, very responsive to messages, professional and patient. Fantastic customer service- face to face and email/telephone. Would 100% recommend!
Lucy
I recently contracted Winston Solicitors to support me in obtaining a grant of probate following the death of a parent. I worked closely with Emily and found her to be supportive, have great communication and be able to navigate the IHT and probate processes very efficiently.
John
Absolutely exceptional service from start to finish. I will definitely be recommending you to others. Michelle was fantastic and eased me through the whole process. I had so many questions as a first time buyer, Michelle answered them all and responded quickly every time. Very happy - August 2025
Kimberley W, Derbyshire
We are greatful for Sam's and her team work. We don't believe buying or selling a house could be made any easier. Thank you! - August 2025
Pawel S, Wakefield
Was recommended by my Financial Advisor and was pleasantly surprised everything was dealt with efficiently and everyone I spoke to were kind courteous and knowledgeable I would have no hesitation in using their services again. - August 2025
J Gilbertson, Pontefract
When Mum needed the system most that she had been paying into all her life she was failed by countless people and departments, assessments not completed, lost files, appointments not kept, delay after delay and on. I had a gut feeling that procedures weren't being followed and began my quest for the truth in her memory. I found James at 'Winston Solicitors' who helped us take on the system and prove that Mum was indeed entitled to CHC Funding. Throughout the case he was relentless in his pursuit to seek out the truth and hold those accountable who failed Mum. He gave us regular updates and discussed every step with us along the way, I cannot recommend him highly enough to anyone who has found themselves in this dreadful position in traumatic times with their loved ones. - August 2025
A Ellis, Manchester
Sam and the team have been great in the sale and purchase of my house. Consistent communication and always on hand to answer any questions.
Ms S
We were really happy with Sidraa, she is polite, calm and professional and would definitely recommend her and Winston’s.
Chris
Contact Teresa