Horsforth Hall Park

Count Merlot and I walk here about once a week as it is our nearest park with pathways… so this is usually when i have forgotten my wellies and hence don’t want to walk in the woods!
There is lots of parking with access for people in wheelchairs and/​or pushchairs. there is a skate park; a japanese garden, bandstand, a few geocaches (although I think they are premium ones) a cricket ground, a garden boules green, an indian restaurant (that must be open in the evenings as i have never seen it open) and my favourite tree. a japanese maple. it is just glorious.
This park is lovely in spring with the blossom trees and bluebells; in summer when all the kids are playing (nicely, i might add); autumn when leaves are changing and the need for a more solid than mud pathway is needed and winter when the snowmen spring up like something from a doctor who Christmas special.
The only thing i don’t like is that there are regular gypsy fairs on. I hate fairs with their unsafe rides and «games» that you can’t win. their crazy dogs that bark and bite at everything.

It’s time to venture north west out of the city and a quick stop off at Horsforth Hall Park.
Yet another gem of a park with lots to do for all age groups and people. We’re not talking massive here but it’s a perfectly formed package, just the way I like it. On this occasion I’m not treated to one of the summer bands or cricket matches that take place in the summer months but that gives me the chance to have a wander around the other things available.
They’ve got something they call a trim trail. Now I’m not sure if that means people over a certain weight will be shot if they use it but I’m guessing not. Throw in a Japanese garden too.
A big plus for the community is the specially designed outdoor integrated play facility allowing disabled and able bodied children under the age of eight to play together. It’s good stuff and pleasing to know there are things out there literally for all.
The children have a good playground to go at and the skate park is a popular attraction amongst the older ones. Another classy park and worth a trip out