Join us for a nostalgic journey through Leeds as part of Leeds Civic Trust’s 60th birthday celebrations! The Leeds See Your City Tour offers a unique opportunity to rediscover the city’s history and development, all while travelling aboard a vintage 1962 Leeds Daimler Double Decker bus, complete with a 1960s style packed lunch to enjoy during the tour!
Saturday 7 June. 10:30-12:30 / 13:30-15:30
This special bus tour is a recreation of the popular “See Your City Tours” run by Leeds City Council to show off the city to local ratepayers up until 1974. Step back in time and learn about the past, present, and future of Leeds with expert commentary from historian and Leeds Civic Trust Trustee Clifford Stead, as we visit key locations and notable developments throughout the city.
The tour lasts 2 hours and covers key areas of Leeds, including Quarry Hill, the Headrow, and Westgate. You’ll hear commentary on the Connecting Leeds Works and the large residential developments reshaping the West End and Kirkstall Road. Highlights include Leeds Minster, Aire Park, and Middleton Railway, with a comfort break at Kirkstall Abbey where you can enjoy your packed lunch in this beautiful setting.
This tour is a great way to celebrate 60 years of Leeds Civic Trust and explore the city’s transformation, from its industrial past to its exciting future.
Further information on the route:
- Wharf Street to the Old Loop Road: Starting from Wharf Street, enjoy the journey along the historic Loop Road, passing under the iconic Dark Arches.
- Key Landmarks: As we travel through Neville Street, Victoria Bridge, Hunslet Road, Black Bull Street, Leeds Minster, and Quarry Hill, you’ll hear about exciting projects such as the Aire Park development and more.
- The Headrow & Westgate: Continue along the Headrow and Westgate, with commentary on the Connecting Leeds Works and the vast residential schemes transforming the West End and Kirkstall Road.
- Kirkstall Abbey
- Middleton Railway
- The Square Mile: On our return journey, we’ll pass The Square Mile, the location of the world’s largest railway locomotive manufacturing complex in the mid-19th century.
Tickets are essential. There are two tours, one at 10:30-12:30 and one at 13:30-15:30. Please only book tickets for the tour you are planning on attending.
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£14 for Leeds Civic Trust members -
£17 for non-members
When booking your tickets, why not pre-order an exclusive Leeds Civic Trust 60th anniversary tote bag at the special discounted rate of £4 for members or £6 for non members. Pre-ordered bags will be handed out on the day of the tour.
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Event Information:
Date: Saturday 7 June 2025
Times: 10:30-12:30 / 13:30-15:30
Meeting point: The bus will pick up attendees at 4 High Court, Leeds LS2 7ES, just across the road from the Leeds Civic Trust office. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure to find your seat, collect your picnic bag, and receive sound equipment. The bus will depart promptly at the designated start time and will not be able to wait for latecomers.
Tickets: £14 for Leeds Civic Trust members, £17 for non-members
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this vintage bus is not wheelchair accessible. Guests can bring a wheelchair onboard only if it folds up. There is no ramp to access the step up onto the bus. If you have accessibility questions, please do contact us and we will handle your request with diligence.
Dietary requirements: All guests will be served a 1960s style packed lunch. When making your booking, please inform us of any dietary requirements. If you don’t provide this information at the time of booking, you will have until two weeks before the event to do so by emailing office@leedscivictrust.org.uk. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate any dietary requests made on the day of the event.
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