The unofficial capital of Yorkshire, Leeds is bursting with life and cultural energy. It is the largest city in Yorkshire, built around the river Aire and located in the eastern foothills of the Pennines. Originally a market town in the 13th century, Leeds expanded to become a major production and trading centre, mainly for wool, in the 17th and 18th centuries. Leeds is home to over 109,000 companies, and considered the cultural, financial and commercial heart of the Yorkshire area.
Leeds is a city at the heart of the action, with a vibrant community, award-winning national theatre, a world-class arena and a thriving independent food scene, known as ‘foodie capital of the north’. Leeds is a renowned retail destination where big brands meet Victorian arcades. We are a city that loves to entertain and a welcoming host for international sporting events, festivals and carnivals.
A skyline of architecture and a destination easily reached by road, air and rail, Leeds has so much to offer.