The Hollies — Attraction in Leeds

Having not visited the Hollies in around 15 years, we found ourselves wondering why we had left it quite so long.

The Hollies constitutes a mature arboretum, forest walks and stream-side trails that run along a stunning heavily wooded ridge of above the Meanwood Valley park. It also includes some formal gardens and tennis courts open to the public. The trails run a linear 2km towards the ring road but with the wide variety of paths that criss-cross up and down through the canopy it's possible to walk up to 6 or 7 kms if so desired. The main path is accessible to all, with the steeper forest paths much less so.

This park is a wonderful forest retreat not 3 miles from Leeds city centre and feels rural enough to be somewhere in the Yorkshire dales albeit predominantly temperate rainforest in feel.

Definitely recommend a visit whether you are a local or a visitor to the city and if you're lucky you may even find the redwood glade hidden away amongst the...

Absolute hidden gem! I’ve lived not too far from here for years and never knew about it. Great place to visit for a wander around the woods or dog walking. Very quiet and peaceful. In one part of the woods there is a lovely little stream and some large rocks which the kids enjoyed playing on. We walked down to the bridge over Meanwood beck where it meets the Meanwood valley trail. Only downside is the car park is very small and there are no amenities. Come on Leeds city council build a small cafe/kiosk, add some toilets and people will...

Good for walking and enjoying peace and quiet in the woods. Lots of plants and trees to teach little ones. Very surprised to see a hibiscus tree among all the greenery. Benches dotted along the routes for resting tired feet. Tennis courts a great idea as you do not see much of these nowadays. Different gardens showcasing various plants. Pity there are no rest rooms or playground areas for...