Here’s some ideas that we’ve put together! Please do remember to follow government Tier 3 rules – find them here and check with the venues themselves before visiting with any updates.
Visit a farm, wildlife park or zoo – indoor attractions are closed but you can still see your favourite animals!
- Lotherton’s Wildlife World (currently closed)
- Home Farm at Temple Newsam
- None-Go-Bye Farm (no pre-booking required)
- Meanwood Valley Urban Farm (no pre-booking required)
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park
- Cannon Hall Farm
- See more farms, wildlife parks and zoos around Leeds here.
Go on a family walk
- Visit my favourite FREE Leeds Parks; Roundhay, Middleton, Meanwood and Temple Newsam.
- Spot wildlife at RSPB St Aidans and Fairburn Ings
- Read all our collections of blogs on walks around Leeds here.
Visit one of the amazing outdoor local attractions that are open (will require pre-booking);
- Harewood Grounds and Gardens
- Kirkstall Abbey (no booking required)
- Stockeld Park
- RHS Garden Harlow Carr
- Bolton Abbey Estate
- Nostell (National Trust)
- Fountains Abbey (National Trust)
- Yorkshire Scuplture Park
- Find more places to visit here.
Adventure in a new playground or park
- Have you tried these great toddler playgrounds in Leeds?
- Or have a look at the best Adventure playgrounds around Leeds here.
- Take your children to a new skatepark. How about trying the ones at Roundhay Park, Springhead Park and Middleton Park.
- Outdoor sports facilities are available- how about booking a tennis court?
- Try Pugneys in Wakefield that includes a turn on Pugneys Miniature Railway (just £2 a person)
- Find more Parks and Playgrounds around Leeds here.
Enjoy outdoor activities with the children
Shop at a local market
Get Active
Activities in the home
Looking for inspiration stuck at home or in lockdown? Read this post.
