The city of Leeds, with over 750,000 residents, is in the county of West Yorkshire and sits on the River Aire some 200 miles north-west of London.  A major centre of trade, commerce and manufacture since the industrial revolution, it is now also a major legal and financial services hub.

A vibrant multicultural city rich in culture and heritage, Leeds offers unrivalled attractions and experiences – from jousting at the Royal Armouries to the butterflies of Tropical World and the grandeur of Harewood House and Temple Newsam.  There are outstanding collections and exhibits at the city’s many galleries and museums, from the Thackray medical museum to the 12th century Kirkstall Abbey. The newly refurbished City Art Gallery is home to works by Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth – both former students of Leeds College of Art.

Leeds is a haven for shoppers – from the elegant Corn Exchange and Victoria Quarter to the stalls of Kirkgate Market, the city centre caters for every taste and budget.

The city is home to Leeds Rhinos Rugby League team, 2008 Super League champions and Leeds Met partners.  The headquarters of Yorkshire County Cricket Club – the team of Darren Gough, Michael Vaughan and Geoffrey Boycott – is at Headingley Carnegie Stadium, and Elland Road is the home of Leeds United Football Club.

Yorkshire is the home of brass band music, with the proud traditions of bands such as the Brighouse and Rastrick, and national champions the Black Dyke Band.  As well as its theatres, cinemas and lively events calendar, Leeds also provides a base for the Northern Ballet Theatre.

For visitor information and to follow on what’s on in Leeds, visit www.leedsliveitloveit.com

Surrounding Area
Leeds is surrounded by places of interest and natural beauty – all within easy reach.

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is within 20 miles of Leeds.  For more details, visit   www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

The ancient city of York with its Minster, medieval walls and Jorvik Viking Centre, is a half-hour train journey from Leeds.  Further information is at www.thepress.co.uk/tourism/

The spa town of Harrogate, which still operates its Victorian Turkish Baths, is 15 miles from Leeds, and easily accessible by train.  www.harrogate.gov.uk

For more information on Yorkshire, please visit:
www.ytb.org.uk/