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Leeds Kirkgate Market

Kirkgate Market in Leeds is the largest covered market in Europe.  It holds 800 stalls inside and is famous as the birthplace of Marks and Spencer, who opened their first 'Penny Bazaar' in the market.  M&S still have a stall inside today.

 

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