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The tour uncovers the secrets of Leeds' rise to Victorian supremacy, through the mills that manufactured cloth, to the foundries and workshops that supplied the equipment, to the canal and river that transported the goods. This is a story about the people, places and events that ultimately created the Leeds waterfront into what it is today.
Supported by archive press clippings and 19th century maps, guests can fully immerse themselves in the history of the area, with an accompanying fun quiz to help test what has been learnt along the way!
Ideal for vistors to the city and locals who want to know more about their home.
100% operated by a Leeds-based independent tour guide and company. Fully self researched with no Wikipedia or AI in sight!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour meets outside the main entrance of Marshall's Mill, the What3Words reference is ///twice.sparks.pass
This tour ends at Leeds Dock, where guests can either visit the Royal Armouries Museum, enjoy food and drink in a range of bars and restaurants, catch a Water Taxi service back to Granary Wharf, or take a 10 minute stroll to get back into Leeds City Centre.
Itinerary
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1
Once the largest mill building in Europe and an important place for Leeds during the Victorian era.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Three ornate Italian-style towers.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A terminus of the Leeds & Liverpool canal, where 18th century history meets contemporary Leeds.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Once the home to Tetley's Brewery, now a place undergoing modern re-development with green spaces and monuments.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The oldest River Aire crossing point in Leeds City Centre, which once functioned as a market place and is the location for the filming of one of the world's first moving image videos.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Once a museum for nearby Tetley Brewery, this modern space is now home to national TV station Channel 4.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Gothic-style bridge that crosses the River Aire.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
A Victorian dockyard fully converted into a modern space for living, working, eating, drinking and entertainment.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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