Jessica Bayley

Primary schools across Leeds buried time capsules as part of the Leeds 400 celebrations marking the 400th anniversary of the city’s Royal Charter. Pupils selected items reflecting life in 2026, including a pen and a FIFA World Cup sticker collection, while expressing hopes for future technological and social changes such as the growth of women’s football. Teachers highlighted the optimism and creativity of students as they prepared capsules intended to be opened in 2126.

A collaboration between Bradford Libraries and Kingdom Wrestling brings a Read-a-Slam event to Keighley Library, using live wrestling performances to act out classic stories and encourage children to read. Organisers aim to attract new audiences by presenting libraries as creative, engaging spaces and hope the event inspires families to explore books and storytelling.