Posted 2 years ago
Fri 11 Aug, 2023 12:08 PM
As the University campus is located halfway between the vibrant city centre and local student area Hyde Park, living in this area really gives you the best of both worlds.
Within walking distance, the lively city centre provides everything you could want, from food and drink to shopping to entertainment, while Hyde Park lets you enjoy a more laid-back student life.
Local amenities & travel
Being in the campus area of Leeds, you’ll be in the perfect spot to explore and enjoy our beautiful campus. Running late to your lecture? You can roll out of bed and straight into Edward Boyle or Roger Stevens building in a heartbeat.
Leeds University Student Union is in this area, with a wide range of bars and shops in the building along with support around all aspects of university life and various societies based on special interests like sports, music, and art.
If you’re interested in sports, the University sport and wellbeing centre The Edge is on campus, so you can meet all your fitness goals without going far!
Woodsley Road Post Office - 10 minute walk from the University
Travel links from this part of Leeds include frequent bus routes running through the area and it’s located within walking distance of Leeds railway station.
| Store | Distance | Key Features |
| Co-op | On campus (in LUU) | Convenient for quick essentials |
| Tesco Express | ~0.3 mi | Great for late-night shops |
| Aldi | ~0.6 mi | Budget-friendly |
| Morrisons | ~0.6 mi | Large store, bakery, deli |
| Asda | ~0.9 mi | Big weekly shop option |
The Refectory
Location: University House, Woodhouse Lane
Provides Hot dishes like wok noodles, wraps and pizza.
If you’re at a catered hall in this area, you’ll be able to sample the delights of the Refectory on the daily!
The Edit Room
Location: Edward Boyle Library
Quality grab-and-go food and drinks
Parkinson Court Café
Location: Parkinson Building Costa coffee
Offers sandwiches in a grand university setting
Loma Café
Location: Worsley Building
Craft coffee, deli-style salads/sandwiches, smoothies
The Old Bar
Location: In the Student Union
Pub classics, vegetarian & vegan options, burgers, breakfast, sports & quiz nights
The Library
Location: Woodhouse Lane
Student‑friendly pub food with weekly offers, pool tables & drinks