The Tannery is located in a popular student area of Leeds, close to the Kirkstall student neighbourhood, the University of Leeds and Leeds Beckett University. The area has a warm community atmosphere and is a popular choice among students. The University of Leeds is around a 14-minute walk away, while Leeds Beckett University can be reached in approximately 17 minutes on foot. Leeds Conservatoire is around 18 minutes away by public transport. Daily travel is also practical, with a bus stop around 2 minutes away and Leeds Railway Station around a 16-minute walk away. There is a convenience store downstairs, Tesco is around an 8-minute walk away, and Leeds city centre can be reached in around 10 minutes by public transport, making daily living and travel convenient.
The accommodation has been operating since 2012 and offers around 497 rooms across 11 floors, with all rooms provided as Studio room types. Each student has their own private bathroom and private kitchen, with no need to share facilities with others. This makes The Tannery especially suitable for students who prefer independent living, value privacy and want a quieter study environment. Rooms include a fresh air system, kitchen facilities, full furniture, cable TV and contents insurance, supporting everyday study and student living needs.
Residents benefit from practical shared facilities designed for study, relaxation and community life. The ground floor includes a quiet study room with free tea and coffee, providing a focused space for revision and coursework. Next to it, the leisure area includes free table tennis, pool tables and comfortable sofas, making it easy to relax and socialise after class. The building also provides Wi-Fi, on-site security, electronic key card access, CCTV coverage, a 24/7 service hotline, property management, a maintenance team, lifts, vending machines, bike storage, laundry facilities, printing facilities, outdoor activity areas and free social events. Overall, The Tannery is well suited to students who want to live close to the University of Leeds while enjoying independent Studio living, a friendly student community and practical shared facilities.