Horsforth

Horsforth is a leafy suburb about five miles from Leeds city centre, with its own bars, restaurants, shops, brewery and identity.

It's been around a long time - it was even mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086.

Go for a walk among the bluebells in Hunger Hill Woods, or cycle along the towpath on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

Horsforth Hall Park is home to an amazing skatepark and Japanese gardens.

Leeds nightlife

Leeds is known for its student life, with countless bars, clubs, and pubs catering to all tastes and budgets.

If you like rock and alternative music, go for The Key Club, head to HiFi for funk and soul, dance to house and techno at Wire, or check out PRYZM's eclectic mix of house, RnB, EDM and disco.

See up-and-coming bands at small venues like Wharf Chambers, dance to bands at the iconic Brudenell Social Club, or see the biggest artists at the First Direct Arena.

Check out Leeds List's recommendations for a good night out in the city.

Shopping

Horsforth has lots of independent shops, including a stylish refill store to help you cut down on plastic.

In Leeds, you'll find every high street shop you could want at Trinity shopping centre.

The city is known for its Victorian arcades filled with everything from comic book shops and skate stores, to designers like Vivienne Westwood and Paul Smith.

Find a bargain at Kirkgate Market - one of Europe's biggest indoor markets - and check out the indie traders at the Corn Exchange. 

And for adding the finishing touches to your student accommodation, IKEA isn't too far away.

LGBTQ+ 

The Freedom Quarter is the heart of Leeds' LGBTQ+ community, with the award-winning Viaduct Showbar, Queen's Court and the city's oldest gay bar The New Penny.

Get late-night cakes at Flamingos Coffee House, head to independent LGBTIQA+ bookshop The Bookish Type, and get involved with one of the city's inclusive sports clubs.

Leeds Pride takes place in August every year, so it's worth sticking around for the summer.

The city also has lots of organisations supporting LGBTQ+ communities, including Yorkshire MESMAC, Touchstone and Angels of Freedom.