SISSONS WOOD

Description : This small, mature Oak and Birch woodland overlooks the Dewsbury Road, nestled in the bottom of the Mill Beck Valley, south-west of Middleton Park. Situated on part of the South Leeds Heritage Trail, the wood links directly with nearby West Wood, helping to strengthen this urban fringe landscape. The main access route is well used by walkers and the woods themselves, have long provided an area for local children to explore and play. Like West Wood, Sissons is exposed to many of the pressures found on the urban fringe, not least fly-tipping and vandalism. Nonetheless, it remains a haven for wildlife and is a delight to walk through at any time of year.

An area of relatively open ground, immediately south of the main stand of trees was planted with sessile oak during 1997, with the aim of extending the present woodland boundary. Establishment management continues on this site.

Access and facilities : This woodland forms part of the South Leeds Heritage Trail.

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