Leeds and Beyond

Welcome to Yorkshire

With its buzzing city centre, acres of green space and friendly feel, Leeds is a great place to be.

But it’s not just the city – Leeds is close to so many incredible places, from the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales to beautiful seaside spots like Whitby, Scarborough and Robin Hood’s Bay, plus loads of great locations to immerse yourself in history and culture.

While campus is fun, don’t forget to make the most of all the other things Leeds and Yorkshire has to offer. And this page is a great place to start.

Explore

Walk and talk

You don’t need wheels to visit some amazing places in Leeds. From nature in Kirkstall to the Meanwood Valley Trail, there’s so much to see on foot.

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Join a walking tour to meet other students and see what you can discover.

Here and there

  • Get outside in Leeds

    Enjoy a stroll in one of our many parks, take a bike ride along the canal or explore the history of the streets. In Leeds there's always something different to do. Find out more in our blog.

    The Yorkshire Dales

Instagram accounts to follow

  • Bored of your insta feeds?

    We’ve put together a list of the best Instagram accounts of Leeds and the surrounding area. Check out our recommendations and get inspired.

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More about life at Leeds

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