Nature reserves, parks &amp; green spaces in Wakefield

NEWMILLERDAM

Newmillerdam is a 96-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber, England. This site features a mix of aquatic and woodland habitats, attracting diverse wildlife such as waterfowl and insects, great for nature walks and birdwatching.

Nature reserve· 96 ha

Nostell Priory Parkland

Urban park· 90 ha

Wakefield Golf Club

Golf course· 87 ha

Thornes Park

Urban park· 86 ha

Anglers Country Park

Urban park· 80 ha

WALTON

Walton is a 78-hectare Country Park situated in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. Visitors can enjoy extensive woodlands and open spaces, with activities such as walking, cycling, and picnicking, as well as opportunities to observe local wildlife.

Country park· 78 ha

Whitwood Golf Club

Golf course· 78 ha

WALTON NATURE PARK

Walton Nature Park encompasses 75 hectares in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The park features wetlands and grasslands, providing habitats for various birds, amphibians, and plant species, along with pathways for walking and jogging.

Nature reserve· 75 ha

Pontefract and District Golf Club

Golf course· 71 ha

Stony Cliffe Wood

Broadleaved· 71 ha

North Field

Urban park· 69 ha

FITZWILLIAM

Fitzwilliam is a 69-hectare Country Park located in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The park offers a mix of woodland and open spaces, ideal for picnicking, walking, and observing local wildlife.

Country park· 69 ha

PUGNEYS

Pugneys is a 68-hectare Country Park situated in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber, England. The site offers a mix of lakes, grasslands, and woodlands, providing habitats for waterfowl, fish, and opportunities for walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Country park· 68 ha

Obelisk Park

Urban park· 66 ha

HAW PARK WOOD

Haw Park Wood is a 66-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. Visitors can explore a mix of ancient woodland and grassland, providing habitats for various bird species and opportunities for walking and nature observation.

Nature reserve· 66 ha

ANGLERS

Anglers is a Country Park that spans 64 hectares in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. It includes a large lake surrounded by lush woodlands, ideal for fishing, walking, and spotting various aquatic and woodland wildlife.

Country park· 64 ha

ANGLERS COUNTRY PARK

Anglers Country Park is a 62-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The park offers lakeside paths and wooded areas, attracting numerous birds and small mammals, alongside popular walking trails.

Nature reserve· 62 ha

Low Laithes Golf Course

Golf course· 61 ha

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THORNES PARK

Grade II registered historic park and garden

Historic· 60 ha

FITZWILLIAM COUNTRY PARK

Fitzwilliam Country Park is a 59-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. Visitors can explore varied habitats that support many species of birds and insects, with marked trails throughout.

Nature reserve· 59 ha

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Anglers Reservoir

Reservoir· 57 ha

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Anglers Reservoir

Reservoir· 57 ha

Ferrybridge Golf Course

Golf course· 53 ha

Newland Park

Urban park· 53 ha

Lofthouse Colliery Nature Park

Urban park· 49 ha

Bretton Country Park

Broadleaved· 46 ha

NOTTON WOOD

Notton Wood is a 45-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The wooded area features mature trees and rich undergrowth, attracting a variety of birds and butterflies, making it ideal for nature walks.

Nature reserve· 45 ha

Jobson Wood

Broadleaved· 43 ha

SECKAR WOOD

Seckar Wood is a 43-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The site features ancient woodlands and diverse ecosystems, allowing visitors to experience various wildlife, including red squirrels and numerous bird species.

Nature reserve· 43 ha

Patch Wood

Broadleaved· 42 ha

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Waterton Park

Conifer· 41 ha

BRETTON

Bretton is a Country Park covering 40 hectares in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. Features include grassy areas, woodlands, and a lake, with opportunities for walking, recreational activities, and enjoying local flora and fauna.

Country park· 40 ha