Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Huddersfield

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and wildlife areas in Huddersfield from other articles such as LeedsLive, Leeds-List, mummytravels.

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Huddersfield

Tropical World
Tropical World
4.3 (4527 ratings)4 (2104 ratings)
Greenhouses filled with UK's largest tropical plant and animal collections outside of Kew Gardens.
Princes Ave, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2ER, United Kingdom
ZooNature & ParksCafeGift shopGardensNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by mummytravels
The best things to do in Leeds with kids
"One of the largest parks in Europe, Roundhay Park – not far from the city centre – stretches over a whopping 700 acres. With lakes and woodland in the park, as well as activities galore and some open-air theatre in summer, you can also visit Tropical World, the largest collection of tropical plants outside Kew Gardens. There are also a string of walking routes, including past the castle ruins and around the lake, and several play areas to entertain younger kids."
Mentioned by firstdirectarena.com
Local Attractions
"Tropical World at Roundhay Park is one of Leeds’ most popular family attractions which offers a unique opportunity to explore the habitats of the Tropics and other hot places from around the world. It includes jungle, desert, nocturnal and aquatic habitats with plants and animals such as crocodiles, lemurs, butterflies, bats, snakes and a gorgeous family of meerkats complete with babies!"
Mentioned by TripHobo
Things to do with Family & kids in Leeds
"The Tropical World at Roundhay Park has become one of the most coveted family attractions in Leeds. Situated just three miles from the city centre, this terrain is great to take a trek through the rainforest, relax in the simulated environs of Australia and to take a quick excursion through the desert. This is one of the best ways to learn the tropical habitat...Read more"
Rodley Nature Reserve
Rodley Nature Reserve
4.6 (436 ratings)4.5 (108 ratings)
Wetland riverside nature reserve with rich bird life in multiple habitats, plus visitor centre.
Moss Bridge Rd, Rodley, Leeds LS13 1HP, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by LeedsLive
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"Four miles west of the city centre, on the banks of the River Aire is this wetland nature reserve. With a lagoon, scrubland, wet grassland and reed beds it's a great place to stroll and spot waterfowl, birds of prey and other nature. Access it via Moss Bridge Road, Rodley, Leeds LS13 1HP."
Trafford Ecology Park, Groundwork
Trafford Ecology Park, Groundwork
4.6 (29 ratings)3 (4 ratings)
Lake Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1HB, United Kingdom
Conference centerNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasParks
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"The Trafford Ecology Park is tucked away in the industrial Trafford Park behind an oil depot and is a registered Biological Important site and a true oasis of wildlife. The park is spread across an area of eleven acres and is a true delight for a nature enthusiast."
Ponderosa Zoo
Ponderosa Zoo
4.3 (1197 ratings)3.5 (286 ratings)
Therapy venue with full wheelchair access, a reptile room, zipwire slide, sandpit and soft play.
Off Smithies Ln, Liversedge, Heckmondwike, WF16 0PN, United Kingdom
ZooNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Hope Pastures
Hope Pastures
4.7 (110 ratings)5 (57 ratings)
Weetwood Ln, Weetwood, Leeds LS16 5PH, United Kingdom
Non-profit organizationNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Here’s one of the best farms in Leeds for kids, but with a difference. Hope Pastures is all about rescuing and rehabilitating horses, ponies and donkeys. After they’ve managed to do that, they let people come and visit the animals seven days a week, learning all about them and how tp look after them as you go."
DENSO Marston Nature Reserve
DENSO Marston Nature Reserve
4.6 (30 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
Baildon, Shipley, BD17 7AX, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
The Donkey Sanctuary Leeds
The Donkey Sanctuary Leeds
4.6 (224 ratings)4.5 (111 ratings)
Swan Ln, Eccup, Leeds LS16 8AZ, United Kingdom
Non-profit organizationNature & ParksAnimal protection organizationAnimal rescue serviceNature & Wildlife Areas
Meanwood Valley Urban Farm
Meanwood Valley Urban Farm
4.3 (350 ratings)4 (140 ratings)
Sugar Well Rd, Meanwood, Leeds LS7 2QG, United Kingdom
FarmNature & ParksBicycle ShopDepartment of educationEducational sitesNature & Wildlife Areas

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Huddersfield

The Picture house & loft venue
The Picture house & loft venue
4.2 (47 ratings)5 (4 ratings)
8a Eastgate, Barnsley, S70 2EX, United Kingdom
Event venueConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Hope Mill Theatre
Hope Mill Theatre
4.8 (518 ratings)5 (40 ratings)
Small performance venue featuring musicals, plays, concerts & more, plus a bar & restaurant.
113 Pollard St, Manchester, M4 7JA, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"Since opening their doors in November 2015, Hope Mill Theatre has become one of the most successful independent venues in England. Located in Ancoats, they produce full scale musicals from their Grade II listed former mill. The theatre will be reopening this summer, as well as hosting Hope Fest, an outdoor arts and culture festival."
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"This wonderful independent venue, located out in New Islington, was one of the few theatres that managed to reopen last year after lockdown. It'll be back again with a reduced capacity and socially distanced seating for a Meet Me At Dawn, from HER Productions. You can get tickets at hopemilltheatre.co.uk."
Leeds Playhouse
Leeds Playhouse
4.6 (1381 ratings)4.5 (362 ratings)
Dynamic theatre producing an eclectic range of new works alongside more established favourites.
Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UP, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by TripHobo
Things to do with Family & kids in Leeds
"Begun in 1964, the West Yorkshire Playhouse has established a reputation both nationally and internationally as one of Britain’s most exciting producing theatres. Opened as a successor to earlier Leeds Playhouse, its structure has two auditoria and hosts a range of productions – from classical drama to modern European theatre and children’s shows. If you are looking forward to...Read more"
Mentioned by Erasmusu
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"Where: Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LS2 7UP. Leeds Playhouse is a theatre and events space in Leeds which is a must visit attraction. It shows a range of shows, varying from performances for children to modern European theatre."

Best Shopping Malls in Huddersfield Area

Hatch
Hatch
4.5 (849 ratings)5 (4 ratings)
Vibrant pop-up destination featuring independent retailers, breweries, restaurants & a courtyard.
103 Oxford Rd, Manchester, M1 7ED, United Kingdom
Shopping mallShoppingBarFood courtRetail space rental agency
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
Manchester's best beer gardens and outside restaurant spaces to visit
"The colourful village of independent shops and street food just off Oxford Road will be reopening from April 12, Government roadmap allowing. The complex of shipping containers will be open for business seven days a week for outdoor dining, and is offering table bookings for the first time as well as keeping space for walk-in guests. There are more than 30 businesses calling Hatch home, including coffee shop Takk, OL brewery, Grandad's Sausages, T'Arricrii, and Hanoi 75."
Mentioned by olivemagazine
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"This trendy foodie outlet sits under the flyover near Manchester Met and Manchester University. Strings of exposed light bulbs cast a hipster twinkle over the self-contained courtyard, and there’s a sun-soaked garden filled with long wooden tables where you can while away summer afternoons. Peruse the artisan beers on tap and by the bottle at Öl nanobrewery."
The Trafford Centre
The Trafford Centre
4.4 (36335 ratings)4.5 (2704 ratings)
3-storey mall for fashion and homeware shops, department store, restaurants and multi-screen cinema.
Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester, M17 8AA, United Kingdom
Shopping mallShopping
Victoria Gate
Victoria Gate
4.4 (2242 ratings)
Harewood St, Leeds, LS2 7JA, United Kingdom
Shopping mall
Mentioned by kempsarchitecturallighting.com
Leeds Architecture and Buildings | Kemps Architectural Lighting
"The development was completed in 2016 as part of the restoration of the historic shopping district around Vicar Lane and the Victoria Quarter. Spanning 53,400m2, it’s the largest premium retail and leisure venue in Northern England and houses a flagship John Lewis along with over 30 other stores. The project was designed by ACME alongside commercial property developer Hammerson and won the Best Shopping Centre at the prestigious MIPIM awards at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, beating off competition from Japan, Hong Kong, and China."
Mentioned by leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Why Leeds is great if you love architecture | Life in Leeds | Leeds Beckett University
"Victoria Gate shopping centre, one of Leeds’ newest additions, is a fascinating building inspired by Leeds' Victorian heritage and its historic shopping arcades. From the outside, the latticed concrete design is noticeable from miles around. Inside, there’s zigzag patterned stonework, shiny glass and plenty of beautiful natural light."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Victoria Gate is a modern take on a traditional shopping arcade and a go-to destination for designer shopping in Leeds. You’ll find a range of well-known brands on here. Visit Tommy Hilfiger for preppy mens and womenswear, pop into Peloton for premium sportswear or shop at Calvin Klein for designer underwear."

Best Lunch Restaurants in Huddersfield

Bill's Trafford Restaurant
Bill's Trafford Restaurant
4.1 (863 ratings)
Contemporary European chain dishing up separate breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch and dinner menus.
The Orient, 112 The Trafford Centre, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 8EH, United Kingdom
British restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeLunch restaurant
Yorkshire Wrap Company
Yorkshire Wrap Company
4.4 (56 ratings)
Food Hall, Leeds Kirkgate Market, Cafe B, 34 George St, Leeds LS2 7HY, United Kingdom
Takeout RestaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeCoffee storeFast food restaurantFood courtLunch restaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"The Yorkshire Wrap Company will give you one of their giant Yorkshire puddings and stuff it with goodies, before you chow down on it like a burrito. You can have roast beef, red cabbage, onion and horseradish or roast pork, sage and onion stuffing with apple & mustard sauce. If you get there early doors, they’ve even got a full English one for you to try."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"You can gorge on the ultimate Yorkshire pudding at the Yorkshire Wrap Co. They’ve transformed the humble pud into a deliciously filling roast dinner wrap. Load yours with slow cooked beef, red cabbage and horseradish or roast pork, stuffing and apple sauce, before it’s finished with lashings of gravy and wrapped up in a freshly made Yorkshire."
Sainsbury's Café
Sainsbury's Café
2.5 (6 ratings)
Lower, Trinity Walk, Wakefield WF1 1QQ, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopLunch restaurantRestaurant

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