Introducing Headingley

Headingley has a vibrant mixture of businesses, residential properties, sporting and entertainment venues. As both the University of Leeds and Leeds Metropolitan University are in the vicinity, the area is favoured for the accommodation of many of the 70,000 students that the Universities attract. Their interests help to give a mixture of social and cultural activity in this district of Leeds. The area boasts many clubs, eating venues (from pubs to famous restaurants) and shops.

In addition in Headingley, we have the homes of Yorkshire County Cricket, Leeds Rhinos (Rugby League) and Leeds Tykes (Rugby Union).

The area has a long history dating from 250 BC. A famous oak tree grew from an acorn that fell in 300 AD and continued to thrive until 1941: part of its wood is still kept locally. The tree was used as a meeting place of the earliest Celtic tribes and resulted in identifying areas of Headingley, giving rise to names such as the Shire Oak and Skyrack public houses.

Many of the very large Yorkshire stone houses in the south of Headingley were built for the successful textile merchants and owners. Some have been taken over by the Universities and businesses. In the north, most residential buildings are on a smaller scale which suits the student population. The area has active business focus. The district is well served with churches.

Local residents and small businesses concerned with promoting and developing a sustainable community in Headingley have formed The Headingley Development Trust.