12 things you realise about Leeds after you've worked in the city for a year
By The Newsroom
Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT
What has an outsider learnt about Leeds after working in the city for just under a year?
Despite what people from South Yorkshire might think, Joe Cawthorn has found a lot to be discovered in Leeds, and has been blown away by what he has found...
What has an outsider learnt about Leeds after working in the city for almost a year?
Sheffield is known for its wealth of green spaces - so I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Leeds too has some excellent spots for getting some fresh air in the lungs.
Leeds United fans have picked up a bad rep in other parts of Yorkshire, but from what I've witnessed, they just love their club - arguably more than any set of fans I've yet to come across.
From White Rose to Trinity Leeds, Kirkstall Market to The Headrow and all of the high streets in between, you'll always find what you're looking for in Leeds.
OK, so one area Leeds might be lacking is transport around the city. Sheffield has the Supertram, Manchester has the Metrolink, what would Leeds' version be called?
South Yorkshire has churned out its fair share of chart toppers, from Arctic Monkeys to Human League, but I've come to realise Leeds loves its live music scene and I'll admit that First Direct Arena beats Sheffield's equivalent.
