The picturesque ruins of Kirkstall Abbey are beautiful all year around for a stroll with the family. The stunning landscape even caught the eye of artist J. M. W. Turner and inspired some of his works. | Tony Johnson

placeholder image — The picturesque ruins of Kirkstall Abbey are beautiful all year around for a stroll with the family. The stunning landscape even caught the eye of artist J. M. W. Turner and inspired some of his works. | Tony Johnson

14 stunning countryside walks around Leeds to try this Autumn

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Published 6th Sep 2025, 11:30 GMT

Updated 6th Sep 2025, 16:05 GMT

As the mornings and evenings start to draw in and the vibrant colours of the city’s landscape transforms, the YEP takes a look at some of our favourite autumnal walks.

We asked our reporting team to recommend a selection of some of their favourite treks to soak up the beauty of our city.

From the striking landscape of Ilkley Moor through to Pudsey’s Post Hill - named very aptly after this newspaper - we’ve got you covered for recommendations.

So if you fancy a walk with friends and family through the countryside or in some of our favourite parks here are just a few of our city’s treasures.

13. Eccup Reservoir

The site nestled in the village of Eccup is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is nationally important for birds. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme

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14 stunning countryside walks around Leeds to try this Autumn

As the mornings and evenings start to draw in and the vibrant colours of the city’s landscape transforms, the YEP takes a look at some of our favourite autumnal walks.

13. Eccup Reservoir

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