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Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve

Nature preserve

πŸ‘ Even on a wet miserable day it is a joy to walk out with my walking group through the reserve listening to bird song - the reserve changes with the season . Walking lifts the soul.


Address

Redcote Ln, Leeds LS4 2AL, United Kingdom

Website

www.ywt.org.uk

Contact

+44 1904 659570

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (169 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Andrew M. 2 years ago on Google
    Relatively Small nature reserve by the River Aire in kirkstall. Plenty of small pathways to explore. Need to take decent shoes as the paths are trails. Provides a good home for wildlife near the city centre.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 fahd s. 1 year ago on Google
    Peaceful place, good for walking, close to the city and you will feel like you're away from all the city noise. It's a great place to clear your mind. Waterproof or water resistant shoes is preferred.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 thomas j. 1 year ago on Google
    So close to my house I love my house although the neighbours aren’t the best… (don’t get me started) anyway loved this place and the kids did too especially little Norris he even went for a swim fully clothed! Crazy kids these days he made a tick tack video lol I love being a mother
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Dr Liz C. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 4 reviews
    Even on a wet miserable day it is a joy to walk out with my walking group through the reserve listening to bird song - the reserve changes with the season . Walking lifts the soul.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Leanne R. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 190 reviews
    Not ideal for a decent walk. You'll need wellies, the track is very muddy, there's no parking and its only 1 mile all the way round. No room for social distanting if passing people so bring masks. I was disappointed

  • 5/5 Ahmed D. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 93 reviews
    Lovely hidden gem in the heart of leeds. Very nice and quiet. Easy flat walk with the children.

  • 5/5 Sachin S. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 84 reviews
    Hidden in the deepest darkest ends of the Kirkstall Aire Valley lies this little gem.

  • 5/5 Steve B. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful walk in the woods down to the River Aire


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • βœ“οΈ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • βœ“οΈ Hiking

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