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Pickard Properties has reached Practical Completion on the restoration of Moor Grange and Moorfield Lodge, two landmark 19th Century villas at the heart of its Spinning Acres development in Far…
Headingley in Leeds is best known as a lively student hotspot, but it’s also a sought-after neighbourhood for professionals. This is thanks to its characterful homes, green spaces, and outstanding…
Pickard Properties has completed one of Leeds’ most sustainable small-scale apartment developments, investing £450,000 to transform a former nine-bed student HMO in Headingley into three highly energy-efficient, fully-electric homes powered…
Pickard Properties has completed the painstaking restoration of the stained glass windows at Moor Grange and Moorfield Lodge, two 19th Century villas at the heart of its Spinning Acres development…
Pickard Properties is combining heritage and innovation at its Spinning Acres development in Far Headingley, Leeds, where it is installing a state-of-the-art ground source heating system to provide heat and…
If you’re moving out of halls next year or joining your first student house share in Leeds, house viewings are one of the most exciting parts of the process. Living…
Leeds knows how to do Halloween — from haunted houses and history walks to pumpkin patches and club nights. Whether you want to sip cocktails in costume, dance until dawn,…
Spiking is a serious crime that can happen anywhere — from bars and clubs to festivals and house parties. Whether it’s alcohol or drugs slipped into your drink or injected,…
Looking for bookshops in Leeds city centre that go beyond the basic bestseller table? You’re in the right city. Whether you’re a student looking for academic books, a graphic novel…
The Otley Run has been a staple of student life in Leeds since the 1960s, and it starts on the doorstep of your Leeds student accommodation. In this guide, we’ll…
Student house shares are a big hit in Leeds, and it’s easy to see why. Shared living ticks all the right boxes with affordable rent, a built-in social life, and…
What will your job look like a few years from now? Will it even exist? With AI reshaping entire industries, it’s a fair question. You might notice signs already. Automated…
More students than ever are prioritising fitness for their physical health and mental well-being. Moving to university shouldn’t mean giving up on regular exercise, but where can Leeds students work…
Pickard Properties is continuing its long-standing support for university sport in Leeds as official headline sponsor of Leeds Varsity 2025, the annual sporting clash between Leeds Beckett University and the…
Are you thinking about life after sixth form? Whether you’re still weighing your options or have sent in your UCAS application, you may be curious about university life. Sixth form…
16th January 2025 Pickard Properties, one of Leeds’ leading providers of student accommodation, has been shortlisted in the Best Managing Agent category in the industry-respected Rate Your Landlord awards. Organised…
Blurred boundaries at work can cause miscommunication, burnout, and conflict. Everyone wants to form strong relationships with colleagues, but setting clear boundaries is vital to fostering respect and protecting your…
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Pickard Properties, the Leeds-based property development and build to rent specialist, is donating a large greenhouse located on its Spinning Acres development in Far Headingley, to Leeds University to support…
Where you live during your university years can significantly impact your overall experience, shaping your social life and academic success. Whether moving away from home for the first time or…
