Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Lower Dunsforth

"Boasting the largest collection of tropical plants outside Kew Gardens, Tropical World is also popular for its adorable meerkats, terrapins, turtles, tropical birds and butterflies (which are free to flutter around the attraction). As the name suggests, the tropical origins of its inhabitants mean the attraction is kept warm and humid - but you soon adapt to the balmy setting. Tropical World, Princes Avenue, Roundhay LS8 1DF (within Roundhay Park)."

"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!"

"Nestled inside Roundhay Park, Tropical World offers the UK’s largest collection of tropical plants outside of London. Expect a large collection of tropical plants, lush indoor exotic gardens and an impressive array of wildlife including giant catfish, colourful butterflies and even baby meerkats. Tropical World | © Rept0n1x / Wikimedia"

"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."

"Perfect for a nice walk to escape the city’s frenzy for a few hours.Moss Bridge Road, Rodley, Leeds LS13 1HP"

"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."

"A survivor of Yorkshire’s ancient fenlands, dating back 15,000 years, Askham Bog is considered one of the most ecologically diverse sites in the UK. The bog itself is made of boulder clay and fen peat, while the land around it is home to roe deer, foxes, newts and frogs. Plants include royal ferns, rare gingerbread sedge and whole rivers of water violets."

"Step off the streets of Leeds and into a bustling Bangkok street food market where bright and bold Thai dishes are yours for the munching. Zaap is sensory overload, in the best kind of way. There’s the aromas of lemongrass, chilli and coriander wafting from the open kitchen, the buzz of Thai music over the speakers and the glow of neon signs hanging from the ceiling."

"Step into Zaap Thai’s colourful restaurant and you’ll be transported to the streets of Bangkok, with neon shop signs on the walls, tuk tuks you can eat in and loads of authentic Thai street food. In fact, there are over 80 dishes for you to try. Why not go for the pad kee mao?"

"Zaap is absolutely crazy – it looks like you’ve stepped onto an amplified Bangkok street and that’s what makes it stand out from the crowd. The place is covered in cool signs and trinkets – where else can you eat in an actual tuk-tuk?. The food is just as good too."

"Two things are ‘God’ in chef Paolo Silesu’s rustic Italian restaurant: food and Juventus Football Club. The place is always full of in-the-know foodies and students taking advantage of the reasonably priced menu, but it only adds to the noisy authenticity. Pizzas and pastas make up the bulk of the menu but the regularly changing specials board features Sardinian highlights such as cozze e vongole (mussels and clams cooked in Vernaccia wine with chilli and garlic) or sardines with pesto rosso (pan-seared with onions, rocket and red pesto)."

"Restaurant with ceramics on the walls and a blackboard menu of classic Italian/Sardinian dishes. Truly exceptional home style authentic cooking. Address : 40 Walmgate, York YO1 9TJ, UK"

"Bella Italia’s bottomless brunch offer is absolutely amazing, and you can make the most of it from Friday to Sunday for just £27.99 per person, which is great!. For that price you not only get bottomless bubbles, you also get two delicious courses of some of Italy’s finest. How about bruschetta and a lasagne?"

"09/06/2021: We had an amazing lunch at the Bella Italian in York. The food we had was delicious, and brought to us quickly. The waiter, Danish, was attentive and even brought us some discounted drinks!"

"Bella Italia is the perfect spot to relax and unwind with friends and family. We serve pizza, pasta and Italian classics. 89 Low Petergate, York YO1 7HY, UK"

"10 Charles Street, Bradford BD1 1US EnglandItalianLunch, Dinner, BrunchTakeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+44 1274 013664https://www.zizzi.co.uk/"

"27/05/2021: Turned up hours early for our booking but the staff accommodated us no problem. Couldn’t believe how busy the restaurant was on a rainy Monday night but again the staff stepped up to the plate with everything running smoothly and no long waits for service.Beautiful surroundings great food and fantastic service what’s not too like!. 25/05/2021: Enjoyed a meal here to celebrate our wedding anniversary and my husband's birthday."

"Italian restaurant Vivido on Cheltenham Parade is offering dishes to takeaway, with both a call-and-collect option and delivery available from Deliveroo."

"Indulge in one of Leeds’ biggest brunch menus whilst taking up residence in the electric and chic Ivy located in the Victoria Quarter. The vibrant and majestic interior provides the perfect setting for both special occasions and casual dining. Completely embracing the art of brunch, The Ivy has created a menu that perfects the balance between breakfast and lunch, featuring plates such as the roast beef sandwich, Keralan sweet potato curry and a wide variety of traditional brunch dishes."

"What: There are few restaurant groups with prettier interiors than The Ivy Collection. At The Ivy Victoria Quarter, you can cosy up in the jewel box dining room while tucking into breakfast time favourites, such as scrambled eggs with smoked salmon or buttermilk pancakes topped with a medley of fruit. There are fresh juices and coolers too.Where: Vicar Lane, LS1 6BB"

"The Ivy is an eclectic all-day restaurant where you can indulge in a loaded stack of pancakes. Their hot buttermilk pancakes are topped with strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, then smothered in Greek yoghurt, lemon balm and warm strawberry sauce for a delicious alternative to the norm. Get ‘em until 11am on weekdays or until 4pm on the weekend."