SOYO Leeds is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a new mixed use development in the heart of Leeds’ cultural district and aims to join forces with its neighbours to establish one of the very best places to live, work, and visit in Leeds.
Caddick Developments are building spaces that will put SOYO Leeds on the map for good – from quality modern living to new bars and restaurants – as well as some of the biggest public green areas inside the city centre of Leeds.
Once completed, it will offer over 1 million square feet of places to live, work and visit, including some of the largest green spaces in the city.
Sitting proudly on the SOuth of YOrk Road, SOYO Leeds is one of the newest projects by Yorkshire’s own Caddick Developments, who are dedicated to creating the vibrant, authentic and forward thinking neighborhood that SOYO will become.
With phase one of the development now complete, and the launch of Moda, New York Square – phase 2 is now underway, bringing a further 331 rental apartments to the City of Leeds.
Visit our Events section to see what’s going on at SOYO.
Discover What’s Happening at SOYO Leeds!
SOYO Leeds is not just a place to live and work—it’s a vibrant community hub where culture, creativity, and entertainment come together. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, there’s always something exciting happening here. From live performances and art exhibitions at the likes of Leeds Playhouse, The Wardrobe and Northern Ballet to community events and gatherings, SOYO is the beating heart of Leeds’ cultural scene.
Upcoming Highlights:
Don’t Miss Out!
Keep an eye on our events calendar for the latest updates and be the first to know about upcoming events.
Learn more about local artist EV Hardaker and her original artwork applied to hoardings around SOYO which create positive and visually arresting transformations of the public realm.
Join us this Saturday 28 February from 11:30am as @maughansleeds celebrates its official Grand Opening at SOYO ☕✨
We’re inviting all SOYO residents, neighbours and visitors to come and celebrate with us!
Expect:
☕ Freshly brewed coffee
🥐 Your favourite bakery treats
🥂 Drinks to mark the occasion
🎉 A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for the whole community
Whether you’re popping in for your morning coffee, meeting friends, or just want to see the new space, the Maughans team would love to welcome you.
📍 Maughans, SOYO
🗓 Saturday 28 February
⏰ From 11:30am
Come and raise a cup with us as we officially open our doors 💛
Meet your new favourite spot! ☕️
New to the block — @maughansleeds has officially opened its doors in the SOYO neighbourhood. From freshly baked goods, to the perfect coffee or brew, it’s the cosiest place to fuel your day.
Whether you’re grabbing some food, meeting a mate, looking for a place to work from, or just craving something sweet, pop in and show some local love 🤍
📍 Unit A, Madison East, SOYO Square, Leeds LS2 7ER
#SOYOLeeds #LeedsEats #LeedsCoffee #SupportLocalLeeds #NewInLeeds
That’s a wrap on @lightnightleeds 2025! ✨
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the SOYO Zone to experience the incredible light installations and creativity that lit up the city.
It was fantastic to see so many people enjoying the space - and a special shoutout to @maughansleeds for popping up and adding some extra sweetness to the celebrations with their hot chocolates and sweet treats.
Here’s to more moments that bring our community together and celebrate the very best of Leeds. 💫
We’re excited to share that SOYO, Leeds is proudly sponsoring @leedsintfest 2025 🌟
We were delighted to kick off the festival with the VIP Launch Event, hosted in the SOYO neighbourhood at Moda, New York Square. Special thanks to @maughansleeds for the catering. A brilliant afternoon celebrating creativity, conversation and community to start things off. 🙌
It’s been an incredible couple of days so far - full of inspiring talks, creative energy and big ideas that make Leeds such a special place.
Run by our brilliant friends at @leedsbid , LIFI brings people together to share perspectives and spark meaningful conversations. We’ve been working with LeedsBID for years to make SOYO a welcoming, inclusive and safe space for everyone — and we’re proud to keep that partnership going through supporting this incredible festival. 💛
We can’t wait to see what the rest of #LIFI2025 has in store!
#SOYOLeeds #LIFI2025 #LeedsBID #Leeds #Community #Creativity #Culture #IdeasFestival
✨ Wellbeing at SOYO, Leeds ✨
This weekend, we’re proud to be offering free yoga sessions exclusively for our SOYO residents, in collaboration with @rydestudios , set within the inspiring @joshuavanleader Inspire to Inspire exhibition – located just beneath Moda, NYSQ.
We’re also thrilled to be working with @maughansleeds one of SOYO’s soon-to-be neighbours, who’ll be popping up with coffees, matchas and baked treats in the public realm:
⭐️ Friday lunchtime
⭐️ Saturday morning
This is part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive community for our residents, neighbours and everyone who visits SOYO 🙌
Wednesday 10 September – World Suicide Prevention Day
On Wednesday 10th September, something really special is happening at the JVL Inspire to Inspire exhibition space at SOYO 💛 It’s World Suicide Prevention Day, and for the first time ever, the Baton of Hope is coming to Leeds — with one of the official handovers taking place right here in the JVL space.
To mark the day, our amazing neighbours at the JVL Inspire to Inspire exhibition have pulled together a full lineup of events, talks, performances, and creative spaces – all focused on hope, healing, and raising awareness around mental health and suicide prevention. Whether you join for one session or stay for the whole day, everyone’s welcome – and it’s completely free to attend.
All Day: Speak Their Name Quilt
A moving memorial where those bereaved by suicide can create a personalised fabric square in memory of a loved one. The Yorkshire quilt returns to SOYO from 10th–19th September.
✨ Event Highlights:
🕙 10:00 AM – Presence Effect Choir with Fran Wyburn
🕦 11:30 AM – Tom’s Talks with Tom Dickinson
🕝 1:45 PM – Baton of Hope Arrival & Handover
🕝 2:30 PM – Steve Phillip: Navigating the ‘S’ Word
🕞 3:30 PM – MINT x CONQR: Poetry & Open Mic
🕠 5:30 PM – Sharron Senior: Impact on Families
🕡 6:30 PM – Northern Rascals: Sunny Side – Short Film + Q&A
🎟️ The day is divided into 3 free Eventbrite sessions — Morning,
Afternoon, and Evening — so you can join for all or just part of the
day. Everyone is welcome.
💛 This is a day to come together, to listen, to create, and to share hope.
📍JVL – Inspire to Inspire Space, SOYO Leeds
📅 Wednesday 10 September 2025
Introducing the SOYO pop-up park 🫶🏼
We’re excited to share that the SOYO pop-up park has arrived in the neighbourhood for summer! This new green space has been designed for everyone who lives, works and plays in and around SOYO.
Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to unwind, a place to meet your neighbours, or a moment of calm in the city - this space is yours to enjoy!
Come by, relax and enjoy the summer with us 🌼🌞
#SOYOLeeds #WhereCultureLives #SOYOPark
To kick off pride weekend, we’re excited to have @maughansleeds popping up at SOYO square today! ☕️🍰
Join us down at our brand new SOYO pop-up Park where they’ll be serving up delicious coffee and cake on the go - the perfect pick me up to fuel your weekend celebrations!
📍SOYO Square
⏰ 1-4pm
🎉 Coffee, cake & good vibes
🗣 ANDY’S MAN CLUB – SPEAKER WORKSHOP AT SOYO
📅 Thursday 17th July
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 @joshuavanleader Inspire to Inspire Exhibtion at Moda, NYSQ
We’re proud to host Andy’s Man Club this Thursday at SOYO as part of the Inspire to Inspire Exhibition.
This special speaker workshop will focus on men’s mental health, encouraging open, honest conversations to break the stigma and support not just individuals, but families.
It’s a safe space to talk, listen and connect.
Whether it’s for yourself, a mate, someone you care about, or a loved one, this is a great opportunity not to be missed.
💬 Let’s talk. Let’s listen. Let’s support each other.
#AndysManClub #InspireToInspire #MentalHealthMatters #MensMentalHealth #SOYOEvents #ModaNYSQ #ItsOkayToTalk
