Ten things all teenagers who grew up in Leeds should have done

Your teenage years are an opportunity to find your own way and explore your city.

Here are are ten suggestions of what you should try in the city before you leave your teenage years behind:

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You pay what the clothes you've picked weigh. There can be hidden treasures in these sales from designer brands to homemade dresses. Given the recent fight back against fast fashion it's an easy way to be more eco friendly.placeholder image
You pay what the clothes you've picked weigh. There can be hidden treasures in these sales from designer brands to homemade dresses. Given the recent fight back against fast fashion it's an easy way to be more eco friendly.
There's nothing that makes you feel as proud of your home than admiring its skyline. Go up the stairs to the top floor of The Core carpark for an unmissable view of the city's tall apartments, stretching greenery and housing.placeholder image
There's nothing that makes you feel as proud of your home than admiring its skyline. Go up the stairs to the top floor of The Core carpark for an unmissable view of the city's tall apartments, stretching greenery and housing.
It's 1am on Briggate and there are many quirky sights to be seen. Drunk girls singing Beyonce at the top of their voices and men piggybacking each other into the taxi.placeholder image
It's 1am on Briggate and there are many quirky sights to be seen. Drunk girls singing Beyonce at the top of their voices and men piggybacking each other into the taxi.
Look carefully on Commercial Street, Leeds, and you'll spot The Leeds Library. Tours of the grand building take place regularly. It is the oldest library of its kind in the UK.placeholder image
Look carefully on Commercial Street, Leeds, and you'll spot The Leeds Library. Tours of the grand building take place regularly. It is the oldest library of its kind in the UK.
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