Victoria Quarter
Leeds' most ornate Victorian shopping arcades, with mosaic floors and a stained-glass roof. It is known as the 'Knightsbridge of the North.'
The Victoria Quarter consists of County Arcade, the Cross Arcade and Victoria Street. Designed around 1900 by theatre architect Frank Matcham, it is lavish with marble columns, glazed terracotta decoration and mosaic floors. Above Victoria Street is the largest stained-glass ceiling in Britain, designed by artist Brian Clarke. The arcades house upscale brands such as Harvey Nichols, along with cafés. Nearby are the modern Victoria Gate shopping centre and the John Lewis department store. The quarter adjoins Briggate pedestrian street and Kirkgate Market, making it easy to combine with other city-centre sights.
Opening hours
Shops approx. 10:00–18:00; Sun 11:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Leeds Kirkgate Market
- Leeds Corn Exchange
- Grand Theatre, Leeds
- Leeds Minster
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Leeds City Museum
- Leeds Art Gallery & Henry Moore Institute
- Leeds Town Hall