Holbeck Viaduct Project

[3] The viaduct was built in 1882 for the London and North Western Railway during the Industrial Revolution.

It has been described as a feat of Victorian engineering, and provided a vital transport link into the booming city centre, which by the turn of the 20th century had developed into an important centre for the production of woollen cloth (See History of Leeds).

[4] A number of uses for the viaduct have been suggested, including a community garden, green walkway, arts space, park, cycle path, events hub, public allotment, café, music venue, viewing platform, local landmark or other community-focused project.

[5] The community group supporting the project seeks to develop the project in a highly participatory manner, drawing on the time, skills and resources of a wide range of people and organisations.

The group has a website and mailing list,[2] and is represented on Twitter[6] and Facebook.