10 stunning views to make you fall in love with Leeds from Kirkstall Abbey in spring to the city at night

Whether you’re gazing out onto the city skyline from a rooftop bar or looking across the valley from the top of Otley Chevin, there’s no shortage of wonderful views to discover in Leeds.

By Georgina Morris

Published 19th Feb 2023, 19:36 GMT

Updated 19th Feb 2023, 19:37 GMT

Here we take a look at 10 of our favourite views as captured by the Yorkshire Evening Post photographers.

A carpet of crocuses springs up outside Kirkstall Abbey.

1. Kirkstall Abbey

A carpet of crocuses springs up outside Kirkstall Abbey. Photo: James Hardisty

Leeds Dock and the Royal Armouries lit up as night falls.

2. Leeds Dock

Leeds Dock and the Royal Armouries lit up as night falls. Photo: Bruce Rollinson

Climb up to the Surprise View picnic spot at the top of Otley Chevin Forest Park and you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views over the Wharfedale Valley.

3. Otley Chevin

Climb up to the Surprise View picnic spot at the top of Otley Chevin Forest Park and you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views over the Wharfedale Valley. Photo: James Hardisty

The blazing golden yellow laburnum arches in the grounds of Temple Newsam are a beautiful sight each May.

4. Temple Newsam

The blazing golden yellow laburnum arches in the grounds of Temple Newsam are a beautiful sight each May. Photo: James Hardisty

For Leeds United fans, the view that beats them all is the one from the stands at Elland Road.

5. Elland Road

For Leeds United fans, the view that beats them all is the one from the stands at Elland Road. Photo: James Hardisty

The fountains in the Monet Gardens are among the prettiest features in Roundhay Park. Pictured there during a visit last summer is Aisa Eros, who was visiting Leeds from Hungary during her holidays.

6. Monet Gardens

The fountains in the Monet Gardens are among the prettiest features in Roundhay Park. Pictured there during a visit last summer is Aisa Eros, who was visiting Leeds from Hungary during her holidays. Photo: Tony Johnson

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