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Parks and outdoor places for kids
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Whitley Nature Reserve
A peaceful mile-long circular walk through woodland around a pretty lake, with plenty of wildlife to spot. No toilets or cafe on site, and wear wellies if it's been wet.
Moss Side Adventure Playground
A well-loved adventure playground and youth space in Moss Side, open every day until 9pm with friendly staff on hand.
Temple Newsam Playground
Brilliant playground with slides, swings, climbing frames and a maze. Great for all ages and close to Temple Newsam house and café.
Fullwood Nature Reserve and Community Garden
A calm, peaceful spot in Moorside open all day, every day, with great walking trails, a football pitch, and lovely views across the surrounding area.
New Forest Woods
A quiet green common with two ponds, open all hours, good for a short walk and spotting herons and coots. Best for local families wanting a quick outdoor stretch.
York Gate Garden
A stunning, peaceful garden with multiple themed areas, perfect for a relaxing family visit with cafe facilities.
Meanwood Park
A spacious Leeds park with playground, woodland walks, and streams, ideal for family days out.
Beckhill Community Garden
A community-run garden in Chapel Allerton that's been transformed from neglected waste ground into a lovely green space, open every day with wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve
A peaceful woodland reserve with pretty streams, hidden paths and a children's nature trail. Perfect for a muddy adventure and wildlife spotting.
Hollins Vale Local Nature Reserve
A surprisingly beautiful local nature reserve with ponds, streams and brilliant wildlife spotting, including dragonflies. Open all hours and well kept, with a car park nearby.
Springhead Park
A well-maintained park in Rothwell with walking tracks, woodland pathways, open spaces and a bird sanctuary.
Thornton Hall Country Park
Family-friendly working farm with animal encounters, rides, play areas and seasonal events.
Newgate Nature Reserve
A rewilded nature reserve with wide grassland, wild flower meadows and peaceful footpaths. Wellies are a must, especially in wetter months.
Watford Lodge Nature Reserve
A free, one-hectare wetland reserve open all year, great for pond dipping, spotting newts and frogs, and catching a glimpse of kingfishers or dippers along the River Sett.
Janet's Foss
A stunning natural waterfall near Malham, with a short walk from the car park. Sits on a popular circular route taking in Gordale Scar and Malham Cove.
Middleton Park
Large woodland and grassland park in Leeds with trails, playground, lake, cafe and free parking.
Hartshead Pike
A historic 1860s stone tower with spectacular 360-degree views across Manchester and the countryside. Great for families seeking a moderate hilltop walk with stunning views.
East End Park Playground
A well-kept inner-city park with a gated play area that keeps dogs out, open all day every day. Flat, clean, and good for little ones and dog walks alike.
