We've rounded up some of the best places for the whole family to get some fresh air around Leeds, from water activities to scenic strolls and huge parks to explore.
Here are 13 of the best outdoor spaces to enjoy this half term.
Covering 700 acres of parkland, lakes and woodland, walkers have plenty of scenic spots to wander around at this popular outdoor spot, incorporating both tarmac paths and woodland routes. Photo: Tony Johnson
Eccup Reservoir offers beautiful views across the water. You can walk around the edge of the reservoir, soaking up the splendid winter scenery as you do so. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
There are more than 100 acres of gardens to explore in the grounds of this attractive stately home, including the Bird Gardens, where you can see exotic species including penguins, owls, flamingos and parrots. And Harewood has been home to a deer park since the medieval era with three types of deer spread over 4,000 acres of land. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
Sitting on the route of both the Leeds Country Way and the Meanwood Valley Trail, Golden Acre Park attracts plenty of walkers, and is known for its picturesque gardens and circular lakeside walk. Photo: Tony Johnson
The Meanwood Valley Trail is seven mile linear walk runs from Woodhouse Moor, along the Meanwood Valley through to Breary Marsh, next to Golden Acre Park. Meandering through pretty woodland along a relatively flat route, it is fit for all abilities. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
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