Leeds Train Station luggage storage

About Leeds Station

Leeds is the third busiest railway station in the UK outside of London. Serving an impressive 30 million passengers a year, the station is an important part of the country's railway infrastructure. It provides a link not only to the north of England but also to Scotland. This makes it the busiest station in the north of England. With 17 platforms and a huge amount of shops, cafés, bars, and supermarkets, Leeds Station is almost a miniature city in itself.

The Industrial Revolution was born in the north of England, and so the railways came to Leeds early. The first station in the city was built in 1834. Another station was opened in 1854, and the third, known as New Station, opened in 1869. This station eventually became Leeds City railway station in 1938 and remains the main station in the city today.

The station underwent a major redesign in 1967, and then another in 2002. A new glass roof was installed to provide greater light to the platforms, and the shopping area was significantly redesigned. As a result, this very old train station feels quite modern as it continues to serve the city and the region.

Things to do near Leeds Station

Leeds station is located right in the heart of the city, so you won't need to go far to find everything you need. From the moment you step outside the doors of the station, you'll be within steps of most of this northern city's main attractions.

• Set out on a treasure hunt right from the station with Huntfun. This company offers a variety of treasure hunts that will take you around the city, showing you many of the most interesting attractions and testing your body and your brain as you explore. Great for families or for groups of friends, these hunts offer a unique way to get to know the city.
• See the historic heart of the city at Leeds city square. Just a short walk north of the train station, this public space is surrounded by imposing 19th-century buildings, along with more modern architecture. There are also plenty of pubs and cafés where you can take a break.
• Shop like a local at Kirkgate Market. Located in the center of the city, this lively open-air market is the perfect place to pick up food and souvenirs and interact with local traders and shoppers.
• Experience culture at Leeds Art Gallery. Devoted to celebrating artists from the north of England, this nationally important gallery also has works by artists from around the world. You'll find pieces by Rodin, Francis Bacon, and Edward Armitage, along with other artists.
• Explore the history of warfare at the Royal Armories Museum. This national museum is devoted to weaponry from every period in British history, and is a fascinating place to spend a rainy afternoon among crossbows, swords, and machine guns.

Transit options at Leeds Station

• As a regional hub for the north of England, Leeds station is well-connected to every major city in the UK. As well as intercity trains from other major UK metropolises, Leeds is a hub for smaller regional lines to towns throughout the north of England.
• Bus 757 connects Leeds Bradford airport to the train station and the city center. You can also reach Manchester International Airport by train in around an hour and a half.
• Leeds Station functions as the hub for the city's transit network. Five bus stands outside the station serve a number of the city's bus routes such as 4, 5, 10, 16, 16a, and more.

Luggage storage in Leeds Station

Thanks to its location in the center of the city, Leeds Station makes an excellent gateway to begin exploring the city. And although Leeds is by no means a small town, many of its main attractions are close enough together that you can easily walk between them.

You can make things easier on yourself by leaving any heavy bags behind at a Bounce luggage storage locker near Leeds station. No matter how big your bags are, leave them for long as you like and know they will be safely stored until you return. Let Bounce help you find a place to store your belongings so you can travel light.

Activities and attractions near Leeds Station

• Kirkstall Abbey: Step back in time at the largest Abbey in the north of England, also one of the best-preserved. Easily reached by bus 33 from the city center, this atmospheric ruin dates back to the 12th century. The Abbey and its grounds make a fascinating place to wander while you enjoy the peace and quiet of the Yorkshire countryside. Make sure to leave any heavy bags behind at a luggage storage shop in Leeds before you visit.
• Middleton Railway: See the world's oldest still-operational railway at Middleton Railway. Founded in 1758 to carry coal from a nearby mine, this volunteer-run railway now offers you the opportunity to take a ride in an old-fashioned train and celebrate the long history of rail transportation in the north of England. Leave your heavy bags behind at a luggage storage shop near Leeds station so you can enjoy your trip.
• Tropical World: Travel the world without leaving Leeds at Tropical World. Yorkshire might not be a place you'd expect to experience the tropics, but this specialized zoo allows you to explore tropical forests, deserts, and mangrove swamps through its theme areas. Interact with crocodiles, snakes, frogs, mongooses, and dozens of bird species as you move through this state-of-the-art facility. It's a perfect activity for a rainy day and allows you to get close to animal species you might never see otherwise. Large bags are not permitted inside, so make sure you leave them at a Leeds luggage storage location before you go.