Armley Moor

Armley is a inner-city suburb in the west of Leeds only 1-mile from the city centre.

Here’s our top things to do at Armley Moor:

Exercise

The common has an outdoor gym area where you can workout for free. The machines work everything from the arms down to the legs and everything in-between. It’s even better with a workout buddy!

Ball Games

A ball and a few jumpers for goal posts is all you need to get a game going with your family and friends.

Horse

The rights of the common land haven’t passed by the horse you’ll see grazing on the land. There’s nothing stopping you saying hello and bringing a few crunchy treats down with you.

Mural

The English Fisheries chip shop on the edge of the park has really gone big in bringing the nations favourite dish to life. On the side of the building is a multi-coloured mural that brings the memories of the seaside to mind. You can taste the salt and vinegar just looking at it!

Benches

Benches are simple things but when added to a place like Armley Moor they can become pretty special. Armley is a busy part of the city and the benches in the middle of the common are rest bite from the rat race. With the high rises climbing and areas like Horsforth sprawling in the distance it makes for a great spot of reflection.

Fun Fair

Around June-July time Armley Moor hosts the travelling fun fair. Previous events have been delivered by Waddingtons Fun Fair.

Like lots of the inner city urban areas of Leeds, Armley as a result of the industrial revolution. Armley Moor common is a by product of this industrial advancement. In a world that became more privatised the common – check the stone inscription at the entrance – was a space the workers of Armley were given rights to. It added a bit of light relief from the back breaking labour of mill working.

Rubbish and dog waste bins are available at Armley Moor. The nearest toilet can be found at a café or restaurant on Town Street below the common.

Picnic

The commons has plenty of spots with some great views over towards Horsforth. Whether you’re on a lunch break or you’ve brought a picnic it’s a perfect spot to take a break with a bite to eat and drink.

Food & Drink

If the brightness of the Classic English Fisheries mural hasn’t caught your eye already then you’re not looking properly! Their fish and chips are also a catch and make for a great takeaway to sit on the common with.

Just off Town Street are a couple of great food and drink options. Nurture @ Armley Café. Most of the dishes here are homemade with all the proceeds going to charity. It’s popular so call ahead before visiting.

Park for free on Town Street opposite Armley Moor common. Postcode: LS12 3HD (Google Map Directions)

The park is accessible by wheelchair and pushchair.

To get to Armley Moor park we recommend catching the bus or jumping in a taxi.

Bus

Bus numbers 15 & 16 go direct to the edge of Armley Moor and take a swift 20-minutes on average to complete the journey.

Taxi

A taxi from the city centre to Armley Moor is a breeze at around 10-minutes on the clock.