Boundaries, Bridges and Belonging: Everyday lives on the edge of modern Leeds

Join us for a reflective, step-free “roll and stroll” exploring evidence of everyday lives and identities 'on the edge' of Leeds. As the city of Leeds marks 400 years since receiving its first Royal Charter, this guided walk follows a step‑free riverside route from Penny Pocket Park (opposite Leeds Minster) to Granary Wharf (at the back of Leeds City Station).

Along the way we pause at headstones, plaques and fragments of the old parish boundary to consider stories of identity and belonging - and unbelonging - along part of the old parish boundary of Leeds. Through collaborative questioning and discussion, we will explore continuity and change in the ways in which ordinary lives are remembered — and sometimes forgotten — over 200 years amidst the built environment of modern Leeds.

The route passes under Crown Point Bridge and follows a fully wheelchair‑accessible path beside the River Aire. Accessible toilets are available at venues at the start and along the route, with Changing Places Toilets also available at Dock Street and Leeds City Station.

This event is run in collaboration with Simon on the Streets, an independent Leeds‑based charity offering long‑term practical and emotional support to people facing homelessness.

Everyone — and their dog — is warmly welcome.

Date: Friday 18 September 2026
Time: Meet at 11:00am (90 minutes)
Start: Penny Pocket Park, Kirkgate, Leeds, LS2 7DJ
Finish: Granary Wharf, Leeds, LS1 4BR
Route: Step‑free, wheelchair accessible throughout

Timings

Friday 18 September:

1100-1230

Location & directions

Penny Pocket Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7DJ

Directions:

Meet by the double gates at the entrance to Penny Pocket Park (Parish Church Gardens) from the main road opposite The Palace (Public House).

Contact on day:

Sam Yates

Telephone number:

+447766082191

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Booking via Eventbrite - see link provided

Booking contact name:

Sam Yates

Booking telephone number:

+447766082191

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boundaries-bridges-and-belonging-heritage-open-days-leeds-2026-tickets-1991972153333?aff=oddtdtcreator

Booking opens:

16 Jun 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

17 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The route is step free but there are some cobbles to negotiate. On-street disabled parking on Kirkgate and The Calls. Accessible toilets are available at venues at the start and along the route, with Changing Places Toilets also available at Dock Street and Leeds City Station. The event is an exercise in collaborative audio description to help and encourage all participants to share questions and interpretations of what they can see, touch or hear along the way. Please contact the organiser if you have any questions or concerns about potential barriers and accessibility.

Additional information

This event is run in conjunction with Leeds Civic Trust and in collaboration with Simon on the Streets https://leedscivictrust.org.uk/whatwedo/heritage/heritage-open-days/ https://www.simononthestreets.co.uk/

Max number of people:

12

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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