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Buile Hill Park Playground
A fully enclosed playground split into two sections: toddlers get swings, climbing frames and a sandpit with a sit-on digger, while older kids have a huge climbing frame, big slide and mini zip line.
Seacroft Forest Garden
Community-run forest garden where you can volunteer, pick fresh fruit and veg, and enjoy peaceful green space with the family.
Gulliver's World Theme Park
Family theme park with rides, shows, water games and indoor play. Weekends only, plus special seasonal events and school holidays.
Meanwood Park
A spacious Leeds park with playground, woodland walks, and streams, ideal for family days out.
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.
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.
Thornton Hall Country Park
Family-friendly working farm with animal encounters, rides, play areas and seasonal events.
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.
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.
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.
Springhead Park
A well-maintained park in Rothwell with walking tracks, woodland pathways, open spaces and a bird sanctuary.
Middleton Park
Large woodland and grassland park in Leeds with trails, playground, lake, cafe and free parking.
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.
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.
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.
Jurassic Golf
A dinosaur-themed miniature golf course with rides and family-friendly facilities near Ripon.
Lister Park Botanical Gardens
A beautifully kept botanical garden with superb views, picnic spots, and plenty of space for kids to roam.
