Location: West Yorkshire
Top Things to do in West Yorkshire
10 Bodies of Water in West Yorkshire That You Shouldn't Miss
West Yorkshire is a metropolitan county in England. It is an inland and in relative terms upland county having eastward-draining valleys while taking in moors of the Pennines and has a population of 2.2 million. West Yorkshire came into existence as a metropolitan county in 1974 after the passage of the Local Government Act 1972.
Restaurants in West Yorkshire
1. Scammonden Reservoir
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By mbetowler - Wakefield, United Kingdom
Great place to walk, with plenty of parking. The walk is easy and enjoyable, with all the walk being on a path. The only thing that lets it down is the part right next to the M62. But you soon forget that was even there when you walk a bit further.
2. Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
The Leeds and Liverpool Canal was originally built in Victorian times to connect the Irish and North Seas and to transport all the good generated from the mills in the area. Today it has been restored so people can enjoy the canal either on a narrowboat or by making use of the towpath to walk or cycle along or for fishing. It stretches quite a distance so you can walk as far or as little as you want.
3. Yeadon Tarn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By Chessfan82 - Leeds, United Kingdom
I used to go here as a kid and still love to go with family for a walk and some fresh air. It's dog friendly as many people walk their dogs around the lake. The walk around the lake is 0.75 miles and there's plenty to see such as the birds, the planes flying over, members of the sailing club on the lake and sometimes there are people fishing. Last time I went there were some school kids building rafts for the lake and there were some other children in the indoor caves. There was even one man using his remote control boat in the lake, as long as you're not causing trouble then you can pretty much do anything. I think you can also rent canoes from the sailing club but I'm not sure how much that costs. There's also some local shops in the village that are just a short walk away. I highly recommend if you've not been before, I always enjoy my time in Yeadon!
4. Newmillerdam Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 915 reviews
Reviewed By mcmjones - Leeds, United Kingdom
We were ready for a trip out after lockdown so went to Newmillerdam Country Park. After a light lunch at the Fox and Hounds we had a lovely walk through the woodland along the edge of the lake. It wasn't too busy and Wakefield city council have made the parking free until September 2020.
5. Wilton Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By pappaQ_lds - Wakefield, United Kingdom
Cracking local park which is family friendly. Lots to do at the Bradford Road end with lake, kids adventure playground bowling green, tennis courts and skate park. Even a cafe on most days. Lovely paths to walk and exercise on higher up which leads to Bagshaw Museum which is well worth a visit itself as it's a hidden gem. The park and the museum are great for walking, for the kids to explore (as it's got a treasure trail where kids can take rubbings of off of posts set along the way to investigate and link back to the museum). This is a great local amenity
6. Adel Dam Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By PeteFromLeeds
Adel Dam is quite small but the way the footpath has been designed makes it feel a lot bigger than it is. There are two bird hides (one looking over a marsh with bird feeders, the other looking over a lake), a variety of different paths and a lovely woodland to enjoy. A very nice addition to the Golden Acre Park walk (as it's between the wooden and stone bridges) to stop you getting all the way round in 10 minutes!
7. Chellow Dean
8. Portsmouth Reservoir
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
9. Pugneys Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 631 reviews
Reviewed By Woodcocks
Pugney’s Country Park is a great place to visit whether it’s just for a stroll round the lake or for a full day’s outing enjoying a picnic and all the facilities. There’s a great children’s playground, cycle hire, water sports, barbecue grills, circular walk round the lake, lots of open space for picnics as well as picnic tables, and a cafe. Any family can enjoy a great day out here for the price of the parking (currently free until end of January 2021 but note that some facilities are closed due to COVID-19) Highly recommend
10. Eccup Reservoir
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Jay-Sands88
I have been blessed to have this little jem close to my home near Moortown. It's quite beautiful and less crowded most of the times. You can walk around the reservoir using the waking trail which has sign post along the way. You not only to get to enjoy the reservoir but also get to cross a barn, field (summer they sow wheat). You will most likely see loads of birds like red kites, pheasants, Canadian Geese, swallows, gulls. There are wild rabbits too. You also get to see loads of different breeds of cows and horses along the way. There is a bird watch in the banks of the reservoir close to the cottage but there is no access these days. In spring the woodland floor is covered with blue bells and fox gloves in the summer. If you get to go in the event around 5.30, you will see all the birds returning to take refuge in the water for the night. Good luck.
TAGS
