You're not alone. One member of the Facebook group Leedsplace posted about being "sick" of walking in the same places over and over - and suggested the stunning Beaumont Park in Huddersfield, a short drive from Leeds, as an alternative. She wrote: "This was a gem of a find today... Beaumont Park in Huddersfield 35mins from Leeds, if you're SICK of the same places and fancy a drive out this is the place to be! LOTS OF STEPS... But some flatter areas for prams. (PS it's massive, so plenty of room to remain socially distanced)." If that's a bit too far, then check out nine other quieter beauty spots in Leeds for your lockdown visits.
1. Beaumont Park, Huddersfield
A 40 minute drive from Leeds, Beaumont Park is a magnificent space with ornate features, cascades, grottos, steep cliffs and picturesque walks.
2. Eccup Reservoir
Eccup Reservoir in north Leeds offers beautiful views across the water. You can walk around the edge of the reservoir, soaking up the splendid scenery as you do so.
3. Tong and Fulneck Circular
This five mile circular route - the Tong and Fulneck Circular - straddles the boundary of Leeds and Bradford, travelling from Tong Hall along the bridleways of Pudsey Beck and Tyersal Beck, before looping back through Black Carr Woods (photo: Roger Ratcliffe). Photo: Roger Ratcliffe
4. York Gate, Adel
Adel's York Gate garden packs quite a punch for its one acre proportions. It never fails to intrigue its visitors with its fourteen garden rooms, linked by a series of clever vistas. The garden opens on April 14 and you'll need to book.
5. Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve
Just outside the urban heart of Leeds, Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve combines the industrial past with today's vibrant wildlife communities. A keen eye might spot otters or kingfishers by the weirs on the River Aire (photo: Mark's History). Photo: Mark's History
6. Rodley Nature Reserve
Rodley Nature Reserve is a wetland reserve created in 1999. This scenic reserve is a relaxing destination, where you can take in the beautiful surrounding nature as you walk.