Your guide to Yeadon: the best places to eat, drink and shop

Tucked away close to Leeds Bradford International Airport, Yeadon may not be at the forefront of the tourist trail, but the town has plenty of great attractions to offer.

From eating out to things to see and do, here are just a few of the best places to visit in the area.

Eating and Drinking

Sweet Basil Valley

Tuck in to an impressive menu of tasty Chinese and Thai dishes at this popular eatery, with everything from flavoursome meat dishes, to seafood, rice and noodles to choose from.

Visit: Green Lane, Rawdon, LS19 7BY - sweetbasilrestaurant.com

Murgatroyds

Known as Britain's finest fish and chip emporium, you can expect the food to be of the highest quality and while the fish supper may be the standout menu item, there's also a choice of burgers, salads, chicken and lasagne if you'd prefer.

Visit: Harrogate Road, LS19 7BN - murgatroyds.co.uk

Il Sogno

This family run restaurant serves a fine selection of homemade Italian dishes, using authentic Italian ingredients, making it a gem of a venue to satisfy those comfort food cravings.

Visit: 69A High Street, LS19 7SP - facebook.com/Il-Sogno

Multiflight Cafe Bar

As well as the superb runway views, this welcoming cafe bar offers an impressive menu of fresh homemade food and daily specials, giving you something new to try on every visit.

Visit: Leeds Bradford Airport, LS19 7UG - multiflight.com

Tea Cosies Tea Room

Indulge your sweet tooth at this vintage tea room and cakery, where you can tuck into a delicious selection of homemade scones, cakes, quiche, soups and afternoon teas, with a wide range of gluten free options also available.

Visit: 10 High Street, LS19 7PP - facebook.com/Teacosiestearoom

Yeadon is home to a fine array of restaurants and cafes (Photo: Amalfi / Bruce Rollinson)

Amalfi

Priding itself on its tasty menu of fine Italian food, this contemporary eatery serves up all the classics, from pastas and pizzas, to hearty meat dishes and light salads.

Visit: Wells Street, LS19 7RW - amalfiitalian.co.uk

The Woolpack

Relax in the comfort of this snug inn and tuck into a menu of wholesome pub food, including a selection of traditional English favourites and Sunday lunches, wines, beers and spirits.

Visit: 18 New Road, LS19 7SE - thewoolpackleeds.co.uk

Never Enough Thyme

Serving a mouth-watering selection of breakfast, brunch and lunch items, this is a great place to visit for a light bite to eat and they also offer a bespoke catering service for those special occasions.

Visit: 97 High Street, LS19 7TA - neverenoughthyme.co.uk

Things to do

Yeadon Tarnfield Park

Stretching across 17 hectares this park is a great spot for leisurely outdoor activities, with a playground, BMX track, bowls and an array of water sport activities all on offer to enjoy.

Visit: Cemetary Road, LS19 7UR - leeds.gov.uk

The Barn

Offering an array of outdoor and indoor activities, including a garden play area, breakfast club and arts and crafts, The Barn is a great location to enjoy some family fun.

And there's a delicious cafe serving home-cooked food on-site too.

Visit: Emsley's Farm, Warm Lane, LS19 7DW - thebarnemsleys.co.uk

Yeadon Town Hall regularly hosts theatre and entertainment events (Photo: Yeadon Town Hall / Simon Hulme)

Yeadon Town Hall

Playing host to an array of theatre and music events, this Grade II listed community hall offers plenty of entertainment to cater for an array of tastes.

Visit: High Street, LS19 7PP - yeadontownhall.co.uk

Yanki Doodlz Playzone

Looking for somewhere to take the kids? This fun soft play centre is suitable for children from 0 to 14 years and is home to slides, climbing nets and ballpools, as well as a tasty American themed cafe.

Visit: Design House, 2 Sizers Court, LS19 7DP - facebook.com/Yanki-Doodlz-Playzone

Shopping

Brittain's Sweets

Tuck into an array of sugary delights at this sweet emporium, where you'll find everything from sherbert lemons and Turkish delight, to cola pips and peppermint creams.

Visit: 33B High Street, LS19 7SP - brittainssweets.co.uk

PC Sports

Specialising in cricket, rugby, tennis and running, among others, PC Sports is the place to get geared up with the best sporting equipment.

Visit: 67 High Street, LS19 7SP - pcsports.co.uk

Craven Jewellers

This family-run jewellers boasts a superb range of bespoke items to choose from, all of which are handmade in their workshop, alongside an engagement and wedding ring showroom, and a jewellery service that enables you to design your own unqiue creations.

Visit: 59 High Street, LS19 7SP - cravenjewellers.com

Fairytales Bridal Wear

Home to a stunning collection of wedding and bridesmaid dresses, tiaras, veils and men's formal suits, available to buy or hire, Fairytales has a great range of items to help make your big day special.

Visit: 37 Rufford Avenue, LS19 7QR - fairytalesbridal.co.uk