Tom Ashurst

Head of Digi Comms @universityleeds & proud Yorkshireman. Love sport, eating good food & chatting to entertaining people.

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

I think we can all agree that I absolutely nailed this picture of the Angel of the North from the car this morning.

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

Yesterday, former Rugby League player Kevin Sinfield received an honorary degree as part of this year’s graduation ceremonies 🎓

Sinfield spent his professional playing career with the @leedsrhinos and is recognised as one of the most successful players in Super League history.

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree,  
How lovely are thy branches!  

It might be November, but we’re putting up the decorations in Beech Grove Plaza🎄  

Our famous 35ft Christmas Tree has returned, and it is certainly a lovely sight. Have a look for yourself while on campus✨

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

It’s results day! Congratulations to everyone opening their envelopes today ✉️🎉

If you’ve secured your spot at Leeds, we can’t wait for you to join our friendly, welcoming community.

#ALevels2023

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

Tomorrow we’re launching the second edition of the World Changers essay collection.

The series will showcase different areas of transformative research being conducted at the University, featuring some impressive collaborations among Leeds researchers 👀👇

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

What a career 👊

My personal fave GVA moment was his TDY win in 2018 but there are so many to choose from. So long, champ. #classy

[Greg Van Avermaet @GregVanAvermaet]

Sadly this adventure will come to an end at the end of this season. Thanks to all who supported me throughout my career!

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

Sad to hear of the passing of Brian Robinson. An absolute trailblazer of a cyclist back in his pomp and more recently the most kind and generous man with his time through all the @letouryorkshire madness. Always keen to bang the drum for Yorkshire. Thank you!

Pic by @swpixtweets

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

Last week, we were able to help coordinate a very special reunion for a student's graduation day.

Emma flew all the way from New Zealand to surprise her sister Kiera on the big day! 🇳🇿✈️🇬🇧

#ForeverLeeds

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

Disappointing to see this. Whatever your views on the organisation, the https://t.co/0iQkPPZqXU site paved the way for how destination websites should look, with a focus on dynamic & inspirational content.

Now it’s being flogged off to the highest bidder.

[The Guardian @guardian]

https://t.co/uVzN1rUdlC domain name up for auction after collapse of tourist board https://t.co/HMmicAmpzo

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@michaelsgunns @emmalally New nickname ✅

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@SarahBarrowby Does that mean this year you’ll be eating out 609 times, Bazza?!

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

Really pleased to have been involved in the delivery of this project.

13 interesting and vastly different essays that truly showcase the impact that the University has on the world. Well worth exploring.

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

World Changers; Celebrating Impactful Research features 13 essays written by early-career researchers committed to tackling challenging issues.

Discover the new collection celebrating the transformative research taking place at the University ⬇️

https://t.co/dtlPvThQXP

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@TheStaratHarome @chefandrewpern Totally devastated to read this but I’m 100% sure you will come back even better than before.

I, like I’m sure many others, would be more than happy to contribute to any crowdfunding project to help get you back on your feet. Stay safe!

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@HannahL550 You’re missed already, Han!

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

Inevitably (and probably fairly) the 2026 bid will be for somewhere else in the country, but how awesome would it be to see it back in Yorkshire, 12 years on from the iconic 2014 Grand Départ? So many great routes available & a Scarborough finish would be so 👌

[Ian Parker @iparkysport]

Wednesday’s Budget will include funds to support a bid to bring the Grand Depart of @LeTour back to the UK in 2026. #TDF

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@1lowmill @alzheimerssoc Awesome effort Neil 👏👏

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@AtlantaFalcons @SpursOfficial @SpursStadium @NFLUK In the stands 😎 #dirtybirds

[Rachael @lawyerduck]

For anyone who was shocked & saddened to hear @BorisJohnson say “never mind about cancer outcomes”, please sign this petition to get cancer back on the agenda.

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@windandwaves Wish we were there Tony!

[Police Scotland Fife @PSOSFife]

Police are urging the public to check any private CCTV, dash-cam or doorbell footage they have that may help in their search for Paul Johnson (74) who's missing from St Andrews.

Any info to police via 101 quoting ref no 0266 of 16/09/21.

https://t.co/ACVnh74aG9

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

@1lowmill @LeTour @Welcome2Yorks What a weekend that was 💙💙

[Tom Ashurst @Tom_Ashurst]

Happy anniversary to one of the best places to stay in all the UK 😊

[Low Mill Guest House @1lowmill]

Today is our 10th anniversary welcoming guests to Low Mill…where the hell did that go…there’s an awful lot of great memories in those years