The Great Hall, University of Leeds

The Great Hall is within the main campus of the University of Leeds, a two minute walk along a tree lined approach from the main entrance on Woodhouse Lane. There is parking available in the University car park entering from Woodhouse Lane. Spaces are limited on weekdays up to 5.00pm but there is ample parking after 5.00pm and at weekends. Car parking is also recommended in the safe multi-storey car park on Woodhouse Lane, a ten minute walk from the Great Hall. The Great Hall is fully accessible – on arrival please contact a porter for assistance.

The Great Hall is the focus for the University’s ceremonial activities and is used for concerts, conferences, receptions and presentations. The Great Hall is one of the finest buildings on the main campus of the University of Leeds.

Parking
There are a number of parking bays for badge holders situated alongside the Marjorie & Arnold Ziff Building which are not reserved. From these bays, it is a level access route to the Great Hall, about 100 yards away.

Accessible Routes
Adjacent the Great Hall, there is a courtyard with railings and the accessible entrance to the Great Hall is to proceed through the courtyard and under the arch to the far right. Enter the building through the side door on your right at ground floor level. Once inside the building proceed along the corridor to the lift (accessible toilets are situated on this corridor) and take the lift to the performance hall on the top floor. When you come out of the lift, turn left and proceed forward to the Hall. Stewards and Porters are available to assist, if required.

Leeds Town Hall
The Headrow, Leeds

The magnificent Leeds Town Hall was built in 1858 as a statement of civic pride, a reminder of the importance of Leeds as a centre of trade and commerce, and an indication of Victorian wealth. Queen Victoria herself performed the opening ceremony.   

Leeds Town Hall is conveniently located in the centre of Leeds, next to Leeds Central Library and Leeds City Art Gallery. It is a five minute walk from Leeds City Rail Station and a 10 minute drive from the M1 and M62 motorways. The nearest car park to the Town Hall is the 24 hour secure car park in The Light, accessible via Great George Street. In the Town Hall, there is a lift to all floors and accessible toilets on the ground and first floors. There are a few spaces on the apron fronting the Town Hall for badge holders only. These are not reserved.