It's a diddy little reserve, adjoining onto The golden Ache, just outside of Leeds.
But first, my friend and I needed to make my way to the reserve. It appears that on any pleasant day, a large proportion of Leeds residents flock there...
There were some lovely area's though, like this view from a bridge over a small lake.
Or this wooded path.
Eventually, we found our way to the reserve.
It was very peaceful and quiet, away from all the screaming children running throughout the woodland and open fields of the Golden Ache.
There were some fun pathways dotted around this small area of wilderness!
At a small hide, hidden away in the trees, we were able to watch the birds feeding alongside a pond.
Nothing came to the pond but I'm sure during spring, there will be ducklings swimming around!
Soon, it was time for lunch! Fortunately, there was a small cafe in the grounds of the Golden Ache so that's where we went!
I had a MASSIVE hot dog with fried onions. It was delicious!
Still being a bit peckish afterwards, we had a small pudding. I bought a large cookie, whilst my friend got a magnificent slice of carrot cake.
I nibbled a bit off whilst they weren't looking!
After lunch, we went for a proper walk round Golden Ache itself. In the heart of the park, is a large lake filled with black headed gulls in the winter plumage.
There was a kingfisher or two fishing round the edge of the lake near to where we were stood. They were magical to watch; a flash of blue darting from the bare branches of the trees!
We tried to avoid the main footpaths. Sometimes, the more interesting sights of nature can be seen when no one is looking!
It was interesting seeing what was overlooked. Dog owners on their phones, missing the opportunity to witness what wildlife their dog may startle. Or even what is beneath their very feet!
Tree stumps and compost heaps filled with fungi!
Simply wonderful!
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