Leeds
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Neighbourhoods
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Work
- Learn
- Keep Connected
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Introduction
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
- 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
- Christkindelmarkt - Christmas market German style during November and December at Millennium Square
- Leeds Ice Cube - Outdoors ice rink from January - March.
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.
- Casa Mia - Italian, nice small restaurant near Millennium Square
- Nash's - Fish and Chips restaurant, Leeds style!
- Spice Quarter - Chinese, Italian, Indian or Thai. Watch the chefs cook the food
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.
- Whitelocks - the oldest pub in Leeds (formally the Turks Head) from 1719!
- Dry Dock - a canal boat in the middle of the road. Yes, really.
- The Courtyard - good venue for outside drinking.
- The Adelphi - traditional pub, interesting rooms go check them out.
Sleep
| Property | Address | Type | Phone | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds Metropolitan University | Kirkstall Brewery Broad Lane | Hostel | 72 | |
| Comfort Inn | Bishopgate | Hotel | 0113 242 2555 | - |
| Ibis Leeds Centre | 23 Marlborough Street | Hotel | 0113 220 4100 | - |
| Premier Inn Leeds City Centre | Wellington Street | Hotel | 0870 197 7150 | - |
| Premier Inn Leeds City West | City West One Office Park, Gelderd Road | Hotel | 0870 990 6448 | - |
| Premier Inn Leeds East | Selby Road, Whitkirk | Hotel | 0870 197 7151 | - |
| Hilton Leeds City | Neville Street | Hotel | 0113 244 2000 | - |
| Radisson SAS Hotel | No.1 The Light, The Headrow | Hotel | 0113 236 6000 | - |
| The Queens Hotel | City Square | Hotel | 0113 243 1323 | - |
| Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa | 1150 Century Way, Thorpe Park | Hotel | 0113 264 1000 | - |
| University of Leeds | Clarence Dock, Clarence Road | Hotel | 0113 343 6100 | - |
| Weetwood Hall | Otley Road | Hotel | 0113 230 6000 | - |
| 42 The Calls | 42 The Calls | Hotel | 0113 244 0099 | - |
| Beechwood | 34 Street Lane, Roundhay | Hotel | 0113 266 2578 | - |
| The Adriatic | 83-89 Harehills Avenue | Hotel | 0113 262 0115 | - |
| The Glengarth | 162 Woodsley Road | Hotel | 0113 245 7940 | - |
Work
Learn
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