Howdy partners! Back in the city centre and ready for home. — Howdy partners! Back in the city centre and ready for home. | Steve Riding

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16 of the best photos as Leeds Festival revellers begin the long journey home

By Andrew Hutchinson

Specialist Reporter

Published 25th Aug 2025, 14:33 GMT

Leeds Festival revellers today began the long journey home after a weekend to remember.

And their reward at the end of their travels? Probably a home cooked meal, a shower and a very, very long sleep in their own bed. Your YEP was on hand to capture the yawns and hugs in Leeds city centre as festival-goers said their goodbyes and headed home. READ MORE: Chappell Roan review - American star sparkles during incredible Leeds Festival 2025 set to huge crowd

Cowboy hats and shades.

7. Leeds Festival

Cowboy hats and shades. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

These two look on a mission.

8. Leeds Festival

These two look on a mission. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Tired and ready for home.

9. Leeds Festival

Tired and ready for home. | Strve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Wakey, wakey!

10. Leeds Festival

Wakey, wakey! | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Chillin' ahead of the journey home.

11. Leeds Festival

Chillin' ahead of the journey home. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

The long journey home.

12. Leeds Festival

The long journey home. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

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