Introduction to Barefoot Walking in Nature

Curious about barefoot walking but not sure where to start?

Join coaches George and Amber-Rose from for a relaxed two-hour introduction to barefoot walking. Whether you’re a nature lover, curious about barefoot shoes or looking to improve your balance and foot strength, this gentle and enjoyable session offers a new way to connect with your body and the natural world.

No previous experience is needed - just a little curiosity and willingness to embrace the outdoors.

Embrace your wild side - what to expect:

Accessibility and terrain

The path to Marsh Hide is suitable for standard wheelchairs and pushchairs, while the rest of the route is more uneven with narrow passage ways which become inaccessible for some users. Boggy areas frequent so keep to path.

People using wheelchairs, powerchairs and mobility equipment can find more information about this reserve here thanks to Accessible Nature.

If you have any access requirements or need additional support to fully participate in this event, please let us know at checkout or get in touch with us at [email protected]. We are happy to chat through how we can best support your participation in this event and aim to accommodate where possible.

What to bring/wear

This event will take place outside so brace yourself for the Yorkshire weather and wear appropriate clothing! All additional equipment will be provided.

Toilets and catering

There are no toilet or catering facilities on this reserve. The closest toilets are located at Golden Acre Park Café which is a 10-15 minute walk from the reserve. You're welcome to bring a drink and/or snack with you but please take your litter home with you.

Joining us on the day

Meet at the entrance gate to the reserve on the Meanwood Valley Trail path between Golden Acre Park and Adel Dam nature reserve.

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Coordinates: 53°52'07.2"N 1°35'19.8"W

Further directions can be found on our website

Parking

Parking is available at the main Golden Acre car park on Otley Road. It is a short, flat walk to the reserve. Please note, parking charges apply.

If you are parking at Golden Acre car park, we recommend you allow yourself an extra 15 minutes before the event start time to get parked up and down to the reserve entrance.

Further directions can be found on our website.

Public transport

There are buses that run from Leeds to Parkway Hotel which is a short walk from the nature reserve.

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Let us know what you think

We hope you have a fantastic time at the event! We always love to hear from our supporters - tell us about your experiences in our feedback survey .

Cancellation and refunds

In the situation that Yorkshire Wildlife Trust needs to cancel an event we will be in touch regarding your booking via email and our Supporter Services team will process the refund of your tickets as soon as possible. Please allow up to 5 working days for this to happen. If you, or members of your party, are unable to attend your booked event, you are eligible for a refund up to 7 days before the event date. For any cancellation and refund queries, please contact our Supporter Services team during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) on 01904 659570 or email [email protected].

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Thank you for supporting Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.

If you're having difficulties with your booking, or you have more questions about the event, please don't hesitate to get in touch! You can email us at [email protected] or drop us a call on 01904 659570.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is the only charity entirely dedicated to conserving, protecting and enhancing Yorkshire's wildlife and wild places. Find out more about what we do on our website and discover how you can support our work.