Golden Acre Park — Attraction in Leeds

Living in Leeds and driven past the Golden Acre Park it was about time a visit was undertaken. On a dull day in November we arrived in one of the free car parks off Otley Road to start our little adventure. Well sign posted information boards right from the start we took the walk around the perimeter about a 40 minute stroll. Well maintained pathways all the way round. Plenty of dog walkers and a few bird enthusiasts about. Walking to the bottom of the large lake then into a wooded area then back onto the right hand path that leads up to the cafe. Oh go on then a quick coffee then we took the reverse walk back. It’s fair to say we should have done this 2-3 weeks beforehand when the trees would have been in full autumn colours. There’s plenty of wildlife to be seen more so the grey squirrels… I’m now informed that they are invasive creatures … now saying that the ones we encountered where not timid but will come up to you which is quite cute m, but others may disagree. There’s also a small section of miniature railway that’s left surprisingly just about intact near the cafe … although I didn’t know one existed here, it’s a shame it only last a few years in the 1930s. If you look the video up it’s very very popular back in its day…. Yes if by some miracle it was ever brought back what a attraction to promote the park. On our return we noted a one mile walk through a section of woodland Adel Dam nature reserve that’s also a nice woodland walk although it’s not paved so November time places can be a bit muddy but it’s do able. Bird watching hides and water features wooden bridges and information boards everywhere. So I’m impressed next visit springtime and Autumn when the leafs are turning Well recommended. Come on Leeds City Council where’s the government grant or lottery grant to reinstate that miniature...

This place is beautiful whatever time of year you visit. There's a huge lake with ducks and swans to feed, large areas of grass and beautiful planted gardens. You can follow the paths in a full loop around the park, and there are different routes to choose from. There's also a small tropical garden in a greenhouse which has a waterfall and a fish pond. Very warm and peaceful place to relax a while in the summer. If you come at the right time in the evening you might be lucky enough to see the rabbits flitting about for their evening exercise on the grassed area just behind the greenhouse. If you come after dark you can also spot owls and foxes. There's also a nice cafe which sells drinks and food, but it can get quite busy at the weekends. Parking is free but again is busy on weekends. Public toilets are on site, just turn left after coming out from under the bridge and follow the path, taking another right when it forks. On weekends during the summer there's usually an ice cream van in the main car park. Dogs are allowed to roam off lead here, and there's plenty of space for them to tire...

I thought I knew everything about this park no, but to my surprise it is bigger than I thought) t there are plenty of paths around, if you want to get away from the crowded path around the lake. Now lilacs started blooming and there are lots of them on the paper ground above the tearoom. There are many species of plants and flowers specifically, which I love, starting with early spring. What I also enjoy that the park has information board around the park to ensure visitors autonomy and educational experience while they are enjoying the views the walk and the company. The park is pretty much family grandly with lots of lawns to play, table in the shade fur having snacks, and of course children like the lake. Surprisingly the swans and ducks are not frightened with so many people are d and the lake is quite picturesque. They say it was way bigger in earlier days. I suggest that the park exhibits the photo from earlier days on their information boards to celebrate their long history and popularity among visitors of all ages and several...