Tours of Leeds

Tours of Leeds is run by local enthusiast Mike Hampshire, offering independent walking tours that tell the story of Leeds. I mix local knowledge with years of researching old maps, archives and stories to bring the city's past to life. My guided and audio tours are small, relaxed and welcoming – the real Leeds shared by someone who genuinely loves it.

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A tour group inside The Tetley, an art deco-style building opened in the 1930s. The walls are decorated with pub and brewing memorabilia

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The Queen’s Medical Emergency

Various headlines from newspapers around the United Kingdom The country’s monarchs have often made a trip to Leeds, especially when duty...

Leeds Events

The Youngest Organ Player in the World

Daily Express - Wednesday 15th October 1913 National news was made in 1913 when St Anne’s Cathedral, Leeds, made an organist appointment...

Leeds People

The Lord of the Manor of Leeds has run out of Money! What Does He Do?

Lord of the Manor of Leeds, Ralph Paynel, found himself short of money at the start of the 13th century. What does he do?

Leeds Early History

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Really great day out! Met some lovely people on the tour and Mike was amazing. Really knowledgable and funny. Did the tour with my dad and would definitely do it again!

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Great afternoon, engaging tour guide, filled with fascinating history and delicious drinks - Would highly recommend!

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Mike is a fountain of knowledge and made the tour fun and exciting. Highly recommend if you've an interest in in history, you love beer / brewing, love Leeds or just happen to be visiting. Good value fun for all!

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Had a brilliant time on Saturday on the Heritage Beer Guided Tour, Mike is very knowledgable, learnt so much and tasted some great beers. Well worth the money would encourage everyone to do this.