Trinity reaches a decade

Trinity Leeds is marking a decade since it first burst onto the retail scene with a special series of events – including live DJs and sweet treats plus a celebration with 108 members of the team who have worked there since launch day.

The iconic retail and leisure destination has become a key part of the city centre since it opened its doors in spectacular style on 21st March 2013.

A crowd of 130,000 people attended the eagerly-anticipated launch event, with a specially-curated performance orchestrated by British fashion designer Henry Holland including a 49ft-long dress as the centrepiece, modelled by a former Cirque Du Soleil performer hoisted high up in the air above the crowds.

Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “It’s fair to say since Trinity Leeds opened back in 2013 it has surpassed many people’s expectations of what a shopping centre could be.

“Over the years we’ve become an integral part of the landscape of the city centre, putting Leeds on the map as a leading retail and leisure destination, whilst playing a key role in the community.

“We’re proud to have supported so many good causes and champion independent retailers, providing a platform for them amongst big high-street names – all whilst helping create some fantastic memories for guests, from incredible events and attractions such as the giant T-Rex and a super-sized slide to illuminated drummers and celebrity meet and greets.

“Celebrating such an incredible milestone means so much to us all at Trinity Leeds, and it speaks volumes that more than 100 of our fantastic team have been with us since we opened our doors a decade ago.

“Whilst the face of retail has changed significantly in the past 10 years, we’re proud that Trinity Leeds has stood the test of time, as we continue to adapt and stay a step ahead of the curve. We’re committed to continuing to build on the success of Trinity Leeds for years to come, and can’t wait to see what’s in store for the next 10 years!”

To mark the milestone, a birthday celebration will be held for 108 members of the Trinity Leeds team on March 21^st with commemorative badges and cupcakes. The following weekend (March 25 & 26) DJs will be spinning top tunes from 2013 to entertain shoppers with songs from the likes of Justin Timberlake to Daft Punk, alongside giveaways for guests.

A photo gallery will also be installed across the pillars underneath the main atrium, celebrating memorable moments at Trinity Leeds throughout the years.

Top 10 Trinity Leeds Facts

1. 130,000 guests attended the launch day on 21^st March 2013
2. More than 1,000 construction workers worked on building Trinity Leeds, taking a total of 19,296 hours to build
3. Equus Altus, Trinity Leeds’ iconic horse, is 5 metres (16 ft) tall, weighs 2 tonnes, and stands atop a 10 metre (33 ft) steel column
4. The length of power cables within Trinity Leeds could stretch from Leeds to Leicester
5. There are 1,902 separate panes of glass in Trinity Leeds’ iconic dome roof and 918 LED lights
6. Trinity Leeds is the equivalent size of 13 football pitches
7. The glass roof can hold the weight of 10 elephants
8. 108 people have worked continuously at Trinity Leeds since it opened 10 years ago
9. Trinity Leeds is open for 6,500 hours a year
10. In July 2020, following confirmation of Leeds United’s promotion to the Premier League, the street which connects Trinity Leeds to Commercial Street was renamed Marcelo Bielsa Way. Last year, Trinity Leeds confirmed it will remain a permanent fixture in the city to honour the former Whites manager.

For more information, visit www.trinityleeds.com.