Leeds and Yorkshire
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Shopping

Leeds is a haven for shoppers. From exlusive designer fashions at Harvey Nichols and Strand, to a huge choice of books at Borders you're sure to find what you want. Music fans can also shop at the legendary Jumbo Records and Crash, or you can browse for unique gifts in the Corn Exchange.

Corn Exchange
Built in 1865 by Cuthbert Brodrick to house the City's Corn Exchange, the building has been recently renovated and there is now a myriad of specialist shops and restaurants. Buy everything from snowboards to original works of art.
 
Headrow Centre
Multi-level shopping mall housing the UK's largest sports store, and Yorkshire's largest music shop.
 
Kirkgate Market
Victorian Market buildings which housed Michael Mark's (of Marks & Spencers) first Penny Bazaar in 1890. Stalls sell everything from fruit and veg to clothes and electrical goods.
 
The Light
Brand new shopping and leisure complex right in the city centre. Includes several large clothes shops, restaurants, a fitness centre and multiplex 13 screen cinema.
 
Victoria Quarter
Encompassing Queen Victoria Street and the County and Cross Arcades the Victoria Quarter houses a variety of designer shops and cafes. Features include a stained glass ceiling by Brian Clarke, the largest in Britain and mosaic floors by Joanna Veevers.
 
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