Northern Forest, Leeds

#106 among attractions in Leeds

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The Northern Forest is a proposed forest in England to encompass five community forests. The aim is to plant 50 million trees by 2032 which would provide a timber industry, leisure opportunities and environmental benefits. Initial funding for the project was granted by the British government in January 2018. ()

Coordinates: 53°46'30"N, 1°33'23"W

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Beeston (Cross Flatts)Leeds United Kingdom

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Northern Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Tetley, White Rose Shopping Centre, Royal Armouries, Discovery Centre.

1.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
The Tetley, Leeds
35 min walk • The Tetley, nestled in the heart of Leeds, stands as a contemporary beacon for art enthusiasts and historians alike. This distinctive museum, housed in the original Tetley Brewery headquarters, is a blend of industrial heritage and modern creativity, offering a unique...
1.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
White Rose Shopping Centre, Leeds
36 min walk • White Rose Shopping Centre is a bustling retail hub located in the vibrant city of Leeds, United Kingdom. Opened in 1997, this expansive shopping destination has been serving the needs of local residents and visitors alike, offering a wide range of stores, dining...
1.5 miNE
Museum, Hotel
Royal Armouries, Leeds
39 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Leeds, the Royal Armouries Museum stands as a testament to the artistry and history of arms and armour from across the globe. This national museum, which is the United Kingdom's oldest, holds a collection that spans over 3,000 years...
1.4 miNE
Museum
Discovery Centre, Leeds
36 min walk • The Discovery Centre in Leeds, United Kingdom, is a hidden gem within the city, offering a unique museum experience that goes beyond the traditional gallery space. This state-of-the-art storage facility is where the Leeds Museums and Galleries' impressive collection of...
1.5 miNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds
39 min walk • The Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, United Kingdom, stands as a guardian of history, preserving the formidable heritage of arms and armor through the ages. As the national museum of arms and armour, it houses a vast collection that spans over 3,000 years, showcasing...
1.5 miNE
Neighbourhood
Leeds Dock, Leeds
38 min walk • Leeds Dock is a mixed development with retail, office and leisure presence by the River Aire in central Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It has a large residential population in waterside apartments.
1.5 miNE
Square
Armouries Square, Leeds
39 min walk • Armouries Square is a large public square in central Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, adjacent to the Royal Armouries Museum, after which it is named.
1.4 miNE
Church
Salem Chapel, Leeds
35 min walk • Salem Chapel is a former Congregational church, located on Hunslet Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated opposite the former Tetley's Brewery.
1.2 miN
Skyscraper
Bridgewater Place, Leeds
31 min walk • Bridgewater Place, nicknamed The Dalek, is an office and residential skyscraper in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It was the tallest building in Yorkshire at the time of being topped out in September 2005, but is now the second-tallest after another Leeds building, Altus House.
0.4 miN
Church
City Evangelical Church, Leeds
11 min walk • City Evangelical Church is an independent evangelical church in Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated on Cemetery Road in the former Beeston Hill Baptist Chapel.
1.3 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
The Theatre, Leeds
35 min walk • The Theatre in Hunslet, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, was a theatre for summer shows, built in 1771 by Tate Wilkinson and redeveloped in 1867. Mrs Siddons and Ching Lau Lauro appeared here in 1786 and 1834 respectively. It was the only drama theatre in Leeds until 1864, after which business was challenged by competition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Northern Forest?

Nearby attractions include Stratford Street Mosque, Leeds (10 min walk), Beeston, Leeds (11 min walk), City Evangelical Church, Leeds (11 min walk).

How to get to Northern Forest by public transport?

The nearest stations to Northern Forest:

Bus

Beeston Hill • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Malvern Road Beeston Road • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)

Train

Moor Road (19 min walk)
Park Halt (32 min walk)

Ferry

Leeds Water Taxi Dock • Lines: Leeds Dock Water Taxi (39 min walk)