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The medieval town of Skipton has a range of haunted secrets to uncover. On this private ghost walking tour, meet your guide at the gates of Skipton Castle and learn about the ghastly ghous that roam the town’s streets, listening to tales of medieval kings and queens, witches, and butchers, as you wander by haunted pubs and churchyards.

Canal cruises tend to come with dry commentary, which can make an hour on the water drag. This one keeps things entertaining, narrated by comedian Dave Spikey, of "Phoenix Nights" and "8 Out of 10 Cats," whose recorded tour walks through Skipton's history and the story of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with jokes alongside the facts. Food and drink are served on board, and the trip runs whatever the weather.

Skip familiar high-street chain restaurants and visit Leeds' independent food venues in the city center. Eat your way through local delicacies and learn about each dish's provenance and culture, from freshly baked bread to locally brewed beer. Experience the living history of Leeds Kirkgate Market, then dine at restaurants pushing the boundaries of Yorkshire cuisine.

Discover Leeds with a local guide to show you around the city and its top attractions by foot on this small-group walking tour. See the Town Hall, Kirkgate Market, City Varieties Music Hall, the Victoria Quarter, and more, without worrying about losing your way, missing out on fascinating local history, or leaving hidden gems off your sightseeing itinerary.

Leeds grew up on wool, rebuilt itself on culture, and hasn't stopped since — a northern city worth every bit of the journey. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Leeds on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Chase riddles to the Grand Theatre & Opera House, Leeds Cathedral, and the sculpture Winifred — art, faith, and civic ambition on one route • Walk through Leeds whenever you're ready, guided entirely by the app • Great for groups of all sizes and ages Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Yorkshire gets the scenery, Leeds gets the culture — and this walk gets both.

Instead of wandering for hours without a plan or getting lost, get your bearings on this group tour in Leeds. Learn about the city from a local guide as you walk from point to point, and visit locations you might otherwise miss out on. Along the way, visit many of the city's most important attractions, from Leeds Town Hall to the northern city’s many shopping arcades.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Leeds. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Leeds Town Hall to Leeds Corn Exchange, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Leeds to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Leeds through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Leeds' striking architecture and dynamic cultural heart. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Leeds in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Uncover the spine-chilling history of Leeds on this evening ghost tour through the city. Led by the enthusiastic character-guide Lord Bartholomew Catch, you'll explore some of Leeds' most haunted locations while hearing tales of witches, ghosts, murderers, and the dark past that shaped the area. Along the way, see more in less time and tick off places you'd likely miss exploring alone.

Yorkshire's countryside is at its best away from the roads, along the quiet canals you can't reach on foot. This cruise takes you out onto the water with a traditional Yorkshire afternoon tea served on board—sandwiches, scones, and desserts—as the barge moves through the countryside.

Brave the dark side of Otley on this ghost tour of the Yorkshire town. Take place in the evening hours when the streets are quiet, the walking tour shines the torch on some the town’s more harrowing tales. Graveyards, historic pubs, and marketplaces are among the quirky sites visited through this private tour.

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on our tour and become the protagonist of your own enchanting story. As you wander through the historic streets, you'll unravel the city's soul, from the grandeur of Leeds Town Hall to the artistic wonders of Leeds Art Gallery. Imagine strolling through tranquil Park Square, feeling the buzz of Millennium Square, and exploring the vibrant Leeds Kirkgate Market. Each step is a scene in your adventure, revealing hidden gems and architectural marvels. This tour isn't just a journey through Leeds; it's a journey into the heart of what makes you, the explorer, truly alive. Be ready to be captivated, inspired, and transformed by the charm and spirit of Leeds. Join us, and let your Leeds story unfold. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Roundhay Park is one of Leeds’ premier outdoor spaces and a treasure trove of natural beauty and unexpected secrets. On this walking tour around one of Europe’s largest parks, you’ll hear the intriguing stories and fascinating history beyond its sweeping vistas. This circular walk starts and ends at the Roundhay Park Main Car Park. Along the way, you’ll take in some of the park’s many sites, including the impressive Mansion with its Garden Room Café, the Roundhay Castle, and the picturesque Canal Gardens. Roundhay Park boasts lush, verdant landscapes and relaxing lakeside walks, and on this tour, I’ll guide you along its prettiest (and most interesting) paths. As you make your way around Waterloo Lake, I’ll dive into the park’s history and show you some of its more manicured areas, like the Specialist and Coronation Gardens. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, nature lover, or just looking to spend a leisurely afternoon outdoors, this Roundhay Park tour has something for everyone.

Roundhay Park is one of Leeds' premier outdoor spaces and a treasure trove of natural beauty and unexpected secrets. On this self-guided walking tour around one of Europe's largest parks, you'll discover the intriguing history and fascinating stories that many visitors miss. Designed to be step-free and wheelchair and pushchair-friendly, the tour starts and ends at the main gates on Princes Avenue, taking in the impressive Mansion, Barran's Fountain, ornamental bandstands, and prettiest lakeside paths. Along the way, hear how the park briefly served as an international airport, how Michael Jackson celebrated his 30th birthday here with thousands of singing fans, and the bizarre antics of a Victorian tightrope artist who wowed audiences with his daring high-wire stunts. There are plenty of opportunities along the way to enjoy a cup of tea or treat yourself to an ice cream.

This walking food tour involves a fantastic walk around the cultural and historical centre of our beloved spa town and diving into the vibrant independent food scene with some fabulous tastings. With a knowledgeable local guide and the company of other foodies, you will not only be enjoying lunch at five places, but you will also be supporting our local independents. We spend 3 hours around the town visiting 5 different independent eateries where you will eat the equivalent of a long lunch; 2 savoury dishes, 2 sweet, a cheese course and a local brew. Your local guide will help you learn about the locally produced food, the people behind the food and a little of the history of this beautiful spa town.

In Zombie Scavengers of Leeds, players will use an app to try to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll do so by finding survival objects around the city, in any order you'd like, to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Use strategy to try and find as many items as possible in order to survive. Your survival team will be able to see the score on the app's rankings compared to teams across the country. You'll have a remote host via chat in case you need anything. Let's survive in Leeds today!

Get your bearings and discover Leeds through a locals eyes, on your own exclusive private tour. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city has developed to the cultural paradise you see today. Step back in time as you uncover how Leeds grew from an industrial powerhouse into the cultural hub it is today. From our booming textile past to the world’s oldest city music hall and the stunning Victorian shopping arcades, you'll experience our city’s evolution firsthand. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories, point out hidden gems, and give you an authentic glimpse into modern life in Leeds.

Discover Leeds in a fun and competitive way with this 1-day self-guided tour and quiz. Share the app on one device and enjoy a day of treasure-hunting and sightseeing: solving challenges and exploring any of 100-plus destinations and hidden gems you could easily miss if alone. Plus, as you explore, score points and chase prizes in a wider Big Britain Quiz. An entertaining, rewarding, and flexible way to explore.

Explore the culinary side of Leeds—and skip the hassle of making restaurant reservations—on this tour of the city’s Indian food scene, with stops at four different eateries and all tastings included. Sample traditional dishes such as pakora, dosa, and kulfi, try flavors you may not be familiar with, and hear the story behind different ingredients and cooking techniques.

Long a popular spa destination in England, the charming town of Harrogate is today also reputed for its food scene. On this half-day lunchtime tour, you’ll stroll past the key sights in the city center and will pause at five different eateries and other venues. Sample local treats and learn about Harrogate’s history as you go. By the tour’s end, you’ll have enjoyed the equivalent of a hearty meal.

Looking for things to do in Leeds? Try this 2-hour self-guided walking tour and explore this historic city at your own pace. Buy either an individual or a group ticket. Walk from City Square to Park Square and on to Holy Trinity Church, stopping at museums and monuments along the way. Solve challenges at every stop to reveal your next destination while learning local history and fun facts. The Leeds Mini Walking Tour is a 2.3 km (1.5 mi) self-guided experience with challenges at every stop and takes less than 2 hours to complete. Explore 24 points of interest throughout Leeds on a fun self-guided tour that combines local history, interactive challenges, and flexible sightseeing. Suitable for all ages, this pet-friendly experience is also wheelchair and stroller accessible, allowing you to start whenever you like and explore at your own pace.

Turning the streets of Leeds Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest, not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

Let one of our qualified trail guides take you around some of North Yorkshire's most stunning forestry trails at Dalby forest and give some MTB skills coaching along the way. It's a great way to explore the countryside, be immersed in nature and do some exercise. Although a level of fitness is required, the ebikes make the hill climbs a piece of cake!

The perfect way to feel some spooky vibes on your trip to Leeds, and explore the real dark side of our city. Uncover Leeds's secrets and skeletons; from alien abductions and Leeds' very own mummy, to the ghosts that haunt the abbey and gruesome deaths, this tour has it all. This 1.5 hour special tour will bring our dark past into light as you discover a unique side to our iconic city. Throughout its history, Leeds has had many a murder and ghost story; some centuries ago, some only decades and some even today. You never know what or who you might encounter. - Duration: 1.5 hours of spine-tingling storytelling - Private tour for up to 4 people, ensuring a personalized experience - Discover haunted pubs, historical murders, and local legends - Start time flexible; meet outside Leeds Art Gallery in Victoria Square