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Love Christmas at Leekes Christmas is truly a unique time of year and whilst we know that 2020 has not been the year we all hoped it would be, maintaining a positive outlook is important to helping us all get through this together. How we celebrate this year may be a little different to usual but it is still a time to share and make memories with loved ones. Our Christmas range for 2020 has been curated to allow you to fully indulge in a theme and adorn your home with beautiful decor and decorations…

2020 may not have been the year we were expecting but there have been some positives to come out of it - perhaps you have finally gotten around to watching Game of Thrones or you have given your home and garden a complete refresh. If you have still not managed to tick things off your never ending "wish list" we have put together some ideas to help you find some local places to visit outdoors as well as some fun and practical things to do at home. Remember, all of our stores are currently open so…

Furniture Store of the Year 2020 We are delighted to announce that having been recently considered for the category of Furniture Store of the Year at the 2020 Cardiff & South Wales Prestige Awards - we have won! During the awards process over 100,000 businesses and corporate professionals, magazine contributors and subscribers were asked to nominate companies & individuals based on factors such as service, innovation, experience, sustainability and other areas, so we are very pleased to…

 The Casa Collection for Autumn 2020 With Autumn almost upon us it's time to embrace the new season with our latest furniture collections. Our latest Casa collection features sumptuous sofas in both leather and fabric in a range of styles, all offering superior comfort. For extra relaxation we also have a range of recliner options, meaning there has never been a better reason to curl up in front of the TV or with a good book. With open plan living being more and more prevalent we wanted to design…

With the weather being decidedly changeable at the moment, we've pulled together a list of things to do this August Bank Holiday weekend.   Staying Home Saturday Night at the Movies - With indoor cinemas opening back up, you can now visit selected cinemas to watch the latest releases. If you don't fancy venturing out, it's a great idea to host a movie event at home - make your own popcorn and try out sweet and savoury flavour combinations. If the rain holds off and you're lucky enough to have…

The Leekes Retail and Leisure Group are delighted to announce that Emma Leeke, Managing Director of Leekes Retail, has recently accepted a nomination to be appointed as an Honorary Member of the Council of the NSPCC on behalf of the business. This award has been given in recognition of the support that Leekes has given to the charity to assist with the excellent work they do with vulnerable children and families. "Over the last 15 years, with the generous support of so many people within our business…

The Leekes Retail and Leisure Group are proud to update you on some news On Tuesday 31st March 2020, work started to adapt the Welsh Rugby Union's training facilities at the Leekes family owned Vale Resort. This will see the facilities temporarily adapted into a field hospital providing an additional 290 beds to be used to support the work of the NHS and Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board in fighting the covid-19 pandemic. In addition, our Hensol Castle Distillery has now received accreditation to produce…

Spring is the season of renewal so is the perfect time to reinvigorate your home using the latest trends. If the sudden sunshine has inspired you to revive your interior you'll find everything you need at Leekes. Spring welcomes a wealth of new colours, from the returning sunshine to fresh blooms and so is the ideal time to inject some colour into your home. If you aren't one to shy away from the Bold and Bright - then this trend will be perfect for you. Vibrant hues and a paradise feel will be popular…

A Good Night's Sleep from Leekes It's National Bed Month! A whole month dedicated to getting a good night's sleep and Leekes want to help! We all know that sleep is vital to your health, playing a pivotal role in our mood, attention span and memory. Did you know almost a third of brits are simply not getting enough sleep?   New research shows that beds as little as seven years although look in reasonable condition may not be giving you the level of support and comfort they should be, so if you…

Valentine's Day at Home With Valentine's Day fast approaching, love is definitely in the air.  With the day of love falling on a Friday this year, it is the perfect excuse to cosy up with your loved on. Here at Leekes we have everything you need to make it an extra special night for two.  Take time out by snuggling up on the sofa with a film. Whether there is one that has been on your list to watch for a while or you are taking a walk down memory lane with an old favourite, what better way to…