Community Profile: Leeds, UK

Leeds is the second largest Metropolitan District in England with a population of 717,000. It is located near the geographical center of the UK, about a 2-hour train ride from London. It is the regional capital of Yorkshire. Over the last 20 years Leeds has created more jobs than any major city outside London. Leeds is a major regional business center for both manufacturing and service industries.

Leeds has played a strong economic role in the UK for several hundred years. It has been a major center for industrt at least since the early 1700's.

The city has considerable appeal from a business, living, tourism, and entertainment standpoint.

I like the city's marketing campaign, which is called "No Ordinary City." The campaign distinguishes Leeds from other UK cities. I also like the city's support of regional development efforts, ensuring strong economic and social linkages between the center city and the surrounding area.

Go here to learn more about Leeds marketing campaign.

Check out Leeds Castle below.

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To see more great photographs of Leeds Castle, click here.