Leeds Minster
A Gothic Revival minster rebuilt in 1841, known for its choral tradition, fine stained glass and organ.
The site of Leeds Minster (formerly Leeds Parish Church) has held a church since Anglo-Saxon times. The current building was completed in 1841 and is one of England’s earliest large Gothic Revival parish churches. It was elevated to “Minster” status in 2012. Inside are large Victorian stained-glass windows, finely carved wooden choir stalls and fragments of a 10th-century Anglo-Saxon stone cross. The choir holds evensong every week, and you can attend for free. It stands at the eastern end of Kirkgate, about a 10-minute walk from the Royal Armouries Museum.
Opening hours
Usually open to visitors Tue–Fri 10:30–14:30 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Victoria Quarter
- Leeds Corn Exchange
- Leeds Kirkgate Market
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Grand Theatre, Leeds
- Leeds City Museum
- Leeds Art Gallery & Henry Moore Institute
- Leeds Town Hall