A Day Out in Leeds

We took the bus down the hill and into the city of Leeds. It's so much nicer than trying to drive in the city, and try to find parking which is usually expensive. Besides, we get to see the area from the top of the double decker bus.

We went to Millennium Square, where there is a huge Leeds Civic Hall, topped by steeples and golden owls. The owl is the symbol of Leeds, taken from the first city alderman's coat of arms.

Next was a visit to the city museum, and a then quick look at the beautiful domed Town Hall.

Leeds used to be a smoky, dirty, industrial city. During WWII, it was bombed nine times. So there are many types of architecture, old and new. The city is well known for its beautiful shopping arcades made of grand old buildings.Read more