An informative guided city centre walk, visiting the sites of Victorian circuses in Leeds.
Thursday 23 April 18:00-19:45 / Saturday 6 June 14:00-15:45 / Friday 31 July 18:00-19:45
Leeds has a rich tradition in hosting travelling circuses. During the nineteenth century, the city was a favoured venue for visiting circuses.
Research has shown that there were at least twelve sites in Leeds used for circuses during this period.
Dr Steve Ward, a social historian and specialist in circus history, conducts this circular guided walk around the city centre, visiting the identified sites.
There are three booking links, one for each of the three dates. Please only book tickets for the date of the walk you would like to attend. Tickets are not transferable between the three walks. Please take care to make sure you book tickets for the correct date.
£6 for Leeds Civic Trust members, £9 for non-members
Click here to book for Thursday 23 April 18:00-19:45
Click here to book for Saturday 6 June 14:00-15:45
Click here to book for Friday 31 July 18:00-19:45
Useful Information & Accessibility:
Dates & Times: There are three walks: Thursday 23 April 18:00-19:45 / Saturday 6 June 14:00-15:45 / Friday 31 July 18:00-19:45
Meeting point: Entrance to the White Cloth Hall, Crown Street, LS2 7DA
Is the walk step free? Pavement walking with some kerbs to be negotiated when crossing roads. Walking is largely on the flat with occasional inclines.
Is this a brisk walk or a relaxed walk? Medium pace walking is required, but this can be adjusted to guests where necessary.
Please wear: Sensible footwear for pavement walking and clothing appropriate for the weather conditions on that day.
Transport Information: The White Cloth Hall is easily accessible by bus to the city centre. The White Cloth Hall is situated behind the Corn Exchange, approximately 10 minutes walk from the city railway station. The nearest car park is off Crown Street. Other nearby car parks include York Street and John Lewis.
Booking link: There are three booking links, one for each of the three dates. Please only book tickets for the date of the walk you would like to attend. Tickets are not transferable between the three walks. Please take care to make sure you book tickets for the correct date.
Click here to book for Thursday 23 April 18:00-19:45
