SIXT Car Hire Leeds

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Sixt have premium and affodable vans and trucks, which are ideal if you plan to move house, or if you have a lot of furniture from halls or residence to transport. Because we value customer satisfaction, you also have the option to select from a host of extras in order to create just the right car hire package for you. You might want to book a Sat Nav to help you find your way around the countryside, or a child seat to save you bringing your own from home. 

Traffic Information

Leeds is reckoned to be one of the country's most car-dependent cities, so roads can be very busy during peak hours. The city is well served by an excellent road network, designed to keep traffic on the move. Access to and from the city centre is via the M621, which links with both the M1 for onward travel north or south, and the M62 for access east or west across the Pennines. The Leeds inner ring road functions as an urban motorway, keeping traffic away from the city centre. Parking in the city itself is plentiful, with substantial discounts offered for pre-bookings which can be made online or by phone. If you prefer not to drive into the city, there are several affordable Park and Ride options.

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Leeds' Industrial history Sits Alongside its Modern Wonders

Located on the scenic River Aire in West Yorkshire, Leeds is an historic city dating back to medieval times. It owes its wealth as a city to the Industrial Revolution, during which it was renowned both for its cotton mills and its iron foundries. In addition to manufacturing industries, Leeds is also now an important centre for international banking and finance. Today, it is a modern, vibrant city which boasts several large indoor shopping centres, making it the principal shopping centre for the region. Sport also plays an important part in the life of the city. Elland Road is home to Leeds United football club, while the Headingley Stadium is home to the Yorkshire cricket team and Leeds Rugby Club. Four universities ensure its popularity as a student city and the city's night life enjoys an excellent reputation. The Millennium Square, offering plenty of bars and restaurants, together with a large outdoor screen, is particularly attractive for weekend visitors.

Sightseeing Information

Harewood House

Your car rental in Leeds offers a wealth of leisure opportunities, one of which is Harewood House, the eighteenth century mansion designed by Robert Adam and home to the Earl and Countess of Harewood. Take a tour of the house to appreciate the elegant design of its interiors, before enjoying a stroll in the gardens, designed by Capability Brown.

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm promises a great day out for all the family. With 24 acres of farm, woodland and meadow to explore, you can spend time feeding the animals and learn about ecosystems and sustainable farming. Explore the cycle tracks around the Meadow, stopping to try your hand at pond dipping or just to enjoy the woodland setting. The Hungry Hedgehog Café offers healthy food menus from which to select.

Middleton Railway

Middleton Railway, the oldest working railway in the world, offers a great time for people of all ages. Learn about locomotive manufacture in the area, browse the exhibition, or stand in a real cab to try the controls and experience life as an engine driver. Then take a ride on a train as a highlight of your day. With luck, you might even be able to talk to the driver and see the firebox that powers these giant locomotives.

Business Destinations

With its head offices in Leeds, AsdaWalmart is a significant local employer. It is the hub of the UK's Asda retail industry and employs staff in a range of departments, including finance, marketing and innovation. Rockstar Games, the company behind Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption, has offices in Leeds, and it is part of a growing digital industry in the region. Producing a range of popular and critically acclaimed video games, it is a focus for creative designers.