WEST WOOD

Description : Part of the site is designated as Ancient Semi-natural Woodland (dominated by oak and birch) and a Local Nature Reserve (LNA). Most of the site was planted in the mid-1970s with mixed broadleaves, including Norway maple, alder and larch on the site of a former tip. Work carried out in 1995 involved the first thinning of the plantation trees.

This woodland, together with nearby Sissons Wood, provides an important, strong landscape feature within this area of urban fringe. Whilst it suffers greatly from urban fringe pressures, particularly rubbish dumping and vandalism, it remains an important area for wildlife and informal recreation.

Access and facilities : The South Leeds Heritage Trail runs through this wood and forms part of a greater trail through Leeds.

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