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Leeds Corn Exchange

A Grade 1 listed building opened in 1863 that has housed corn traders, animal shows, night clubs and shops. The exchange doubled as a leather market from 1903 and also hosted animal shows, but its main purpose was as a corn market. Every Tuesday corn traders would gather to buy and sell their wares.

 

Due to the decline in agriculture the building was gradually converted into a shopping centre. An opening was cut into the trading floor and new stairs were installed to allow visitors easy access to the basement and the balcony. The corn traders continued to trade at the Corn Exchange until 1994.

 

With thanks to The Great Yorkshire Shop, Call Lane, Leeds Corn Exchange.

 

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Uploaded on January 14, 2025
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