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Gardens and café set around huge lake.
Golden Acre Park is a public park in Bramhope, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, administered by Leeds City Council. It is on the A660 Otley Road and covers an area of 179 acres (72 ha).
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Whilst a long way out of town, this leafy and extremely affluent suburb has some lovely houses, and is a world a way from the bustle of the city centre - nearby York Gate garden is beautiful and well worth a visit), this lovely and well-preserved early Norman church set in verdant grounds is a hidden treasure
Large botanical garden set in lush woodlands with a wonderful selection of plants.
Atmospheric old cinema near the centre of Headingley.
Museum built in 1983 to celebrate Horsforth which has been described as the "largest village in England".
Palatial 18th-century mansion built by Carr & Adam with extensive grounds by "Capability" Brown and an exotic bird garden. This huge estate, with extensive gardens, lake, lovely café and bird gardens, is owned by a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. The opulent roccoco house is well worth a look around.
Largest abbey in the North of England - see below. One of the UK's biggest and best preserved abbeys, restored with a new visitor centre. It's 3 miles out of town but lovers of history and architecture, or those in search of a beautiful and peaceful spot in the city won't regret making the trip. Buses (33/33a) every 10 minutes from the city centre. Opposite is Abbey House Museum.