Rodley Nature Reserve

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Rodley Nature Reserve The bridge has now reopened (with issues). Please see page for opening hours and latest info. Assistance dogs only.
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Nature reserve created on a floodplain in Kirkstall Valley, wetland habitats complement the River Aire & Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Rodley Nature Reserve is designed to bring wetland wildlife back into the Leeds area. Created on a floodplain in Kirkstall Valley, a recognised 'flyway' for wildfowl and waders on migration, the wetland habitats constructed here complement the nearby River Aire and the Leeds and Liverpool canal. We need your help to save these beautiful trees several of which will be cut down shortly if we don’t act now - so
please help to save our wildlife corridor. To comment/object Visit https://www.leeds.gov.uk/planning/planning-permission/view-and-comment-on-planning-applications
and search for Ref No 21/09266/RM

24/10/2026

THE RESERVE WILL BE CLOSED ON SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER

DUE TO THE WEATHER WARNINGS AND RISK TO VOLUNTEER AND VISITOR SAFETY

22/10/2026

DUE TO THE ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECAST FOR THIS WEEKEND, WE HAVE REGRETABLY TAKEN THE DECISION TO CANCEL OUR HALLOWEEN EVENT.

We thank you for your support and look forward to seeing you all at our next event.

All the best
RNR

-- EVENT CANCELLED --DUE TO THE ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECAST FOR THIS WEEKEND, WE HAVE REGRETABLY TAKEN THE DECIS...
20/10/2026

-- EVENT CANCELLED --

DUE TO THE ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECAST FOR THIS WEEKEND, WE HAVE REGRETABLY TAKEN THE DECISION TO CANCEL OUR HALLOWEEN EVENT.

We thank you for your support and look forward to seeing you all at our next event.

All the best
RNR
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Don't miss our fun Halloween event this Sunday 👻

We've got some Spooktacular new activities this year...

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💚2027 CALENDARS NOW ON SALE 💚It’s that time of year again! Our calendars make a lovely gift, why not treat yourself or s...
26/09/2026

💚2027 CALENDARS NOW ON SALE 💚

It’s that time of year again! Our calendars make a lovely gift, why not treat yourself or someone else? Available in the Visitor Centre for 6.50 pay by cash or card.

Copies can also be ordered from £8.80 including postage, depending on the number ordered.

Email us to arrange payment & delivery at [email protected]

💚It's our NATURE QUEST DAY TODAY💚Join us for a day of wildlife activities and nature fun for all the family!See our even...
01/08/2026

💚It's our NATURE QUEST DAY TODAY💚

Join us for a day of wildlife activities and nature fun for all the family!

See our event listing for FAQs

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07/06/2026

***Celebrating our Volunteers***

It's the end of 2026 and, as always - we couldn't do what we do without you 💚

We are entirely run by volunteers. Every single person working to make things happen at Rodley Nature Reserve is giving their time and skills for free.

There are so many people involved in keeping the reserve going. Some people you see when you visit and some you don't.

Our volunteers may be working behind the scenes when the reserve is closed, serving in the café in the Visitors Centre, looking after our harvest mice introduction programme, planning and running events, looking after the finances, creating our calendars, posting online and doing so many other incredibly important jobs that need doing so that we can open for visitors.

Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers!

20/05/2026

***We will be open on Bank Holiday Monday 25th May***

The Reserve will be open 9am to 5pm, Visitor Centre open 10am - 4pm

Thanks, again, to our amazing volunteers 💚

Delighted to announce our pond dipping sessions restart on Sunday afternoons on the 24th May 🐸, with summer sessions sta...
17/05/2026

Delighted to announce our pond dipping sessions restart on Sunday afternoons on the 24th May 🐸, with summer sessions starting on Wednesday 29th July 🐟

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15/05/2026

Moth Trap Opening has been postponed from tomorrow to Saturday 23rd May, due to the overnight weather forecast 🌧️

Introducing Our New QR Code Nature Posts: As you explore the reserve you may notice our new QR Code signs. These are des...
01/05/2026

Introducing Our New QR Code Nature Posts:

As you explore the reserve you may notice our new QR Code signs. These are designed to help you discover more about the wildlife and habitats at the reserve.

We hope these will help you feel more connected to the reserve and discover something new.

Please let us know what you think!

Address

Moss Bridge Road
Rodley
LS131HP

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441132040441

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