Taking a trip to Leeds
When it comes to city breaks, Leeds is a destination that needs to be on your travel list. Book coach travel to this city in the north of England and you can do as much, or as little, as you like. Spend your time browsing sculpture galleries and art exhibitions, or just shop until you can’t fit any more bargains in your bag. In summer, head to parks like Roundhay or the leafy grounds of Kirkstall Abbey. And whatever the weather, make sure you stay for the evening. Leeds has bars, clubs, restaurants and pubs practically on tap. This isn’t a city to visit for an early night.
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Leeds: top 3 things to do
1. Haggle at Kirkgate Market
You can’t take a bus to Leeds without paying a visit to Kirkgate Market, AKA the biggest covered market in Europe. People flock to it every year to sift through the 600-odd stalls, and it’s just as popular with visitors as it is with locals. Expect a riot of sights, sounds and smells, plus plenty in the way of bargains.
2. Tour the Emmerdale TV set
If you’re a fan of ITV’s Emmerdale, or just a bit of a TV addict, you’re going to love this outdoor guided tour. Soap-viewing stalwarts will recognise places like Home Farm, The Woolpack and Bob’s Café. The purpose-built set is in the city’s Harewood Estate, and return transport from the city centre is included in the ticket price. If you want to take a trip down Emmerdale memory lane, you can also visit the classic sets, including the original Emmerdale Farm.
3. Visit Kirkstall Abbey
Tucked away in greenery on the banks of the River Aire is Kirkstall Abbey. This ruined medieval monastery makes a great setting for a picnic in summer, and a hauntingly beautiful place to explore the rest of the year. It’s only three miles out of the city centre – just catch the number 33 bus.
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Explore local attractions
Leeds has a huge number of shops spread over a relatively compact area, so it’s a great place to head if you’re in need of some retail therapy. Trinity Leeds, named after the church next door, is the biggest shopping centre in the city. It houses more than 120 stores under one giant glass roof, and it’s right next to Briggate – another of the city’s shopping hotspots.
If you’re looking for party central, head straight for Call Lane. Starting from Kirkgate Market, it lines up a string of bars, clubs and pubs along one stretch. For something a little more sophisticated, try one of the city’s rooftop – or at least, very high up – bars and restaurants. Places like The Alchemist and Angelica, both in the Trinity Leeds shopping centre, have sweeping views of the city at night.
For a quirkier twist, head to Outlaws Yacht Club on New York Street, or Nation of Shopkeepers on Cookridge Street. With board games, bands, beer and breakfast – although not in that order – these hybrid hangouts are perfect for an alternative night out.
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