Leeds, Metropolitan district in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Leeds extends across 551.7 square kilometers of land along the River Aire, encompassing both urban developments and green spaces including Roundhay Park.
The district boundaries were established through the Local Government Act of 1972, merging eleven former districts including the county borough of Leeds.
The district contains three universities, multiple theaters, numerous museums, and large public spaces that accommodate festivals and community gatherings throughout the year.
The district connects to major transportation routes including the M1 motorway, Leeds railway station, and Leeds Bradford International Airport for regional and international travel.
Leeds maintains four designated nature reserves within its boundaries, preserving natural habitats and supporting local biodiversity through protected management programs.
Location: West Yorkshire
Inception: April 1, 1974
Capital city: Leeds
Website: http://leeds.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.79917,-1.54917
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
Harewood House
11 km
Temple Newsam
6.1 km
Otley Run
3 km
Roundhay Park
6 km
Odsal Stadium
14.2 km
Kirkstall Abbey
4.5 km
National Science and Media Museum
13.6 km
Royal Armouries
273.7 km
The Bingley Arms
11.3 km
Middleton Railway
2.8 km
Bridgewater Place
802 m
Royal Armouries Leeds
1.4 km
The Leeds Studios
1.5 km
Leeds Town Hall
131 m
Tickle Cock Bridge
15.4 km
High Royds Hospital
15.3 km
Bramham Park
13.5 km
Hunslet
2.7 km
Leeds Kirkgate Market
660 m
Temple Works
1.1 km
Leeds Corn Exchange
699 m
Leeds Cathedral
248 m
Bradford Cathedral
13.3 km
Hazlewood Castle
16.4 km
Leeds Minster
976 m
Bradford Alhambra
13.7 km
Leeds City Varieties
439 m
Batley Variety Club
11.5 kmReviews
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