Family walks from Rothwell and Woodlesford, Leeds
Here are some of our favourite doorstep walks around Rothwell, Oulton and Woodlesford that we’ve enjoyed during lockdown! Rothwell Country Park With great views over the city and some lovely…
Water Haigh Woodland Park
This great country park is one of my favourite places to visit. It has some truly beautiful spots and lots and lots to see for little ones. Painted rocks and…
A walk around the Methley Estate from Woodlesford.
This walk from Woodlesford has lots of variety and with limited climbing makes it a great walk for families. Distance: 7.5km Parking: Roadside parking at the junction of Fleet Lane…
Oulton Hall Perimeter Walk
This lovely path takes you around the perimeter of the Oulton Hall estate, where you'll walk through woodland, pass parts of the golf course including the lakes, and have some…
Northern National Trusts with a bit of WOW
Did anyone else get National Trust memberships for Christmas? If you’re looking out for how to make the most of them, here are some recommendations of the best the North…
Home Farm at Temple Newsam, Leeds
On the first day of the half term, perhaps it was asking for trouble letting Jess choose our activity. The choice was Temple Newsam Farm (well, she asked for 'the…
Great walks for Christmas with a country pub!
Amidst all the craziness of shopping, nativities, wrapping and parties it's easy to lose sight of what we should be treasuring over Christmas; families! What better way to enjoy time…
Calverley/ Apperley Bridge Circular (4.5 miles)
A great walk which follows the easy canal path and back in the other direction along the river Aire. With decent pubs at Apperley Bridge and Calverley you have a…
Rothwell Country Park
I've driven passed signs for Rothwell Country Park LOADS of times but have never tried to explore! It backs onto the canal where we do our beloved Woodlesford walk so…
Eccup Reservoir, North Leeds (4.5 miles)
If you're living in North Leeds, you've no doubt tried this walk before... it's perfect if you want to feel that you've escaped from the bustle but don't want to…