Join Leeds guide Ken Goor for a walk rediscovering the architecture of the west side of the city centre.
Ken is one of the original Leeds Blue Badge Guides and has long been entertaining Leeds folk with his series of walks. This walk will feature many of the city's landmark buildings including the Met and Quebec Hotels, Park Square and St Paul's House, Leeds General Infirmary and the former Bank of England building.
Join local historian Clive Cowell for a walk around Allerton Bywater, discovering old routes and re-connecting with the rich heritage of the area.
This walk will trace the long history of coal mining in the area and its human cost but you will discover a lot more about Allerton Bywater, not least Samuel Valentine's Food Hall where you can enjoy the very best of local produce. The walk will include a visit to the Victorian church of St Mary the Less.
Otley Road
Far Headingley
Leeds
LS16 5BX
United Kingdom
A rare opportunity to visit the communal areas of this magnificent grade 2* listed house in Far Headingley, including the exquisite Peacock Room.
Spenfield (1875-1877) was designed by the renowned architect George Corson for Leeds banker James Walker Oxley. After several incarnations and a long period of being unoccupied, it has been converted into luxury apartments.
Join a guided tour of Castle Grove Masonic Hall, a magnificent villa in Far Headingley.
Castle Grove, built in 1834, was the opulent home of several noted Leeds businessmen. Since 1935 it has been the home of Castle Grove Masonic Hall Company Limited. Discover the sumptuous interiors and learn about Freemasonry past and present.
Walk through the history of medieval Rothwell with local historian Simon Bulmer.
Discover the rich medieval history of Rothwell from King John to John of Gaunt. Look out for other events in the town on the same day.
A linear walk along the river and Navigation from the City Centre to the Thwaite Mills area, discovering the rich history and heritage of the area, returning by bus or independently.
Join heritage pub enthusiast Jim Brettell for a guided walk round some of the city centre's most popular examples.
The walk will cover a wide range of city centre heritage pubs, including the Adelphi and Whitelocks and will conclude at the Templar with an opportunity to buy a drink and discuss issues raised during the walk.
Peter Spedding is an historian with a special interest in 18th and 19th century characters. To celebrate this year's theme of architecture this opening talk will feature the life and work of George Corson.
George Corson had a major influence on architecture in Leeds. You will hear about some of his major works in Leeds and the people who commissioned him.
A walk led by Rachael Unsworth, geographer and tour guide in conjunction with Rebecca Catterall, ceramic entrepreneur Sunken Studios.
Join in a dialogue in the streets! An opportunity to admire and consider the creativity and manufacture involved in architectural ceramics in the 'terracotta revival' (1880s - 1920s) buildings in Leeds.