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The Leeds Discovery Centre is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built museum storehouse and conservation facility located on Carlisle Road in Leeds (LS10 1LB). It houses over 1.3 million objects from the Leeds Museums and Galleries collections that are not currently on display in the city's main museums. Leeds Discovery Centre is now a Give What You Can museum. We invite visitors to donate to support the museum if they are able.

Please remember a booking must be made before visiting. Donations can be made when booking a tour online, and with cash and coins in our donation box in reception.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Leeds Discovery Centre

Disabled Access at Leeds Discovery Centre

Leeds Discovery Centre is located 1.5 miles by foot or 3.4 miles by car from Leeds city centre. Pedestrian access to Leeds Discovery Centre is via Carlisle Road, which connects to the entrance. There is a ramp at the right-hand side of the building (when facing the front of the building) for step-free access. The entrance door is via a button which rings a bell to advise a member of the team to open the doors. The doors are automatic with a wide clearing space. The education spaces and museum collections store are situated on the ground floor of Leeds Discovery Centre and there is level access throughout. There is a lift to the first floor meeting room and offices. A wheelchair is available to borrow for visits. Unfortunately we cannot provide assistance around the museum for wheelchair users. Please contact us in advance of your visit to ensure the wheelchair is available.

Single-level venue

The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance

There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Accessible retail space

The retail space is accessible, with step-free access and space to move around easily.

Step-free entrance

There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.

Wheelchair-accessible viewing area

A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available, providing an optimal vantage point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Accessible parking at Leeds Discovery Centre

There are two designated accessible parking spaces in the free car park at Leeds Discovery Centre. Access from the car park to the entrance is up a long and gradual ramp. An accessible ramp at the back of the museum can be used for evacuation in emergencies.

Dedicated on-site parking

On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.

Transport nearby Leeds Discovery Centre

The closest bus stop to Leeds Discovery Centre on Carlisle Road is the South Accommodation Road stop, located approximately 132 meters away (a 2-minute walk). Additionally, more frequent high-frequency services operate along nearby Hunslet Road, which is about a 5-minute walk from the centre. A number of bus routes stop on Hunslet Road including the 110, 140, 141, 444, 446, 47A and 47. Plan your journey by bus. Leeds Railway Station is 1 mile away (approximately a 25 minute walk).

Bus station or stop

There is an accessible bus station or stop nearby with suitable boarding areas and facilities for disabled passengers.

Train station

There is an accessible train station nearby with suitable facilities and assistance available for disabled passengers.

Toilets features at Leeds Discovery Centre

There is no changing places toilet at Leeds Discovery Centre. The nearest one is at The Royal Armouries, 0.1 mile away.

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.

Accessible formats at Leeds Discovery Centre

Induction loops are in place in the entrance and education room.

Large print

Information is available in large print format.

More Information

Download the venue’s Access Guide Document (LDC Visual Story - Landscape (1st Per).pdf)

For additional detailed accessibility information, please contact: discovery.centre@leeds.gov.uk

Awards at Leeds Discovery Centre

Leeds Discovery Centre is a member of the Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance Scheme (VAQAS). The VAQAS scheme ensures high quality experiences at visitor attractions, including a commitment to respect the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.