Upton Country Park
📍 UptonWest Yorkshire
Local nature reserve on a former colliery site with ponds, woodland and wildflower meadows
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What’s free
Free to walk the paths and nature reserve, with free parking
About
Upton Country Park is a local nature reserve with wetlands, fishing ponds, woodland and limestone grassland that is bright with wildflowers and orchids in summer. Look out for butterflies such as common blues and brimstones, plus skylarks and kestrels. Surfaced paths suit walkers and cyclists, and toilets and a cafe are at the library next door when it is open.
Opening times
- Open every day, library toilets and cafe follow library hours
Times can change, so check with the venue before a special trip.
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