Leeds

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Quick Facts

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Coordinates

• Latitude: 53.799637
• Longitude: -1.54911

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Introduction

Leeds, Harewood House

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Once the heart of industrial Yorkshire, Leeds has recently reinvented itself as a vibrant, young city with thriving culture and commerce. With its central position, Leeds makes a good base for exploring Northern England.

Leeds is only twenty miles from the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, many of the streets are pedestrianised, so you can walk around safely. The city has a great reputation for it's shopping, nightlife; tons of award winning restaurants, bars and a good number of theatres, cinemas and tourist attractions.

Neighbourhoods

Sights and Activities

• Leeds Art Gallery
• Corn Exchange
• Kirkgate Market
• Royal Armouries Museum
• Millenium Square - home to the Christmas Market during December
• Victoria Quarter
• Tropical World at Roundhay Park
• Leeds City Museum
• Thackray Medical Museum
• Brewery Wharf
• Leeds Town Hall
• Kirkstall Abbey
• Temple Newsam

Events and Festivals

Leeds Festival Camp Site 2004

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• The Leeds Film Festival - Largest film festival in England outside of London, during November
• Leeds Festival - A huge 3-day rock festival, during August
• Free music events - Party and Opera in the Park take place every July at Temple Newsam

Weather

It's always fairly likely to rain in Yorkshire, so always plan some alternative indoor activities just in case.

Getting There

By Plane

Leeds Bradford International Aiport (LBA) is closest - 45 minutes away by bus. Alternatively, there are direct trains connecting Leeds to Manchester airport.

By Train

Leeds is a central hub of the cross-country network and it's possible to catch fast, direct trains to many major cities. Leeds is also the starting point for the unique and scenic Leeds-Settle-Carlisle railway.

By Car

The M1 and M62 motorways pass close to Leeds.

By Bus

Direct services from London and other UK cities with National Express or Megabus.

By Boat

Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

Leeds has an extensive bus network. A limited number of locations are served by the local Metro train services. A Free Metro bus service runs from the city train station, to Leeds General Infirmary, the Universities and around the city centre. Leeds is one of the few UK cities that has a free bus service.

By Foot

The city centre is compact enough to cover on foot.

By Bike

Eat

• Zizzi - Italian restaurant near the Corn Exchange.
• La Tasca - Spanish restaurant with delicious food in the business district.
• Chaophraya - Popular Thai Restaurant with a fabulous atmosphere.
• Maxi's - Chinese restaurant in the Light.

Drink

• North Bar - beers from around the world, unique bar.
• Ha Ha - sit outside in the Millennium Square, watch the giant TV screen.
• Becketts Bank - good meeting point, no music, so you can hear yourself talk.
• The Lounge - great bar with a good atmosphere.

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