The Jewish Heritage of New Briggate and Beyond

Throughout the 1860s to the 1920s, New Briggate was a hub of Jewish life, laying the foundations for a rich and diverse Jewish history reflected in artefacts on the street and the stories of people. In this episode, Simon Phillips explores the Jewish heritage of New Briggate and how this links to the wider social history of the Jewish community in Leeds. 

Sounds of New Briggate is East Street Arts’ podcast series - hosted by local people, telling local stories - which celebrates New Briggate, a unique and vibrant high street in the heart of Leeds. 

Podcast Contributors:

Simon Phillips, Leeds Jewish Housing Association

Nigel Grizzard, local historian and walking tour guide

Sophia Lambert, Leeds Jewish Living History Project

Louisa Parker, Leeds Jewish Living History Project

Robert Dyson, local historian and walking tour guide

Leeds Jewish Living History Project event - 25th March 2024

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The book mentioned by Sophia, Louisa and Robert is ‘From the Leylands to Leeds 17’ by Diane Saunders and Philippa Lester.

Podcast Production: East Street Arts

Read a transcript of the podcast at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LQ8khgHRHa_6_QbirzD3eYQBaRFcRkRJjv204mDzjmM/edit?usp=sharing 

Hidden Histories of New Briggate is supported by Leeds City Council and Historic England as part of the New Briggate High Street Heritage Action Zone regeneration programme. To find out more about the project visit www.eaststreetarts.org.uk