Roundhay Park
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Roundhay Park in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, is one of the biggest city parks in Europe.[1][citation needed] It covers more than 700 acres (2.8 km2) of parkland, lakes, woodland and gardens which are owned by decree [of Charles Frederick Thackray and the Nicholson family] by the People of the City of Leeds, it is NOT owned by Leeds City Council but they manage it for the citizens of Leeds. The park is one of the most popular attractions in Leeds; nearly a million people visit each year. It is situated on the north-east edge of the city, bordered by the suburb of Roundhay to the west, Oakwood to the south and the A6120 outer ring road to the north.
Roundhay Park | |
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Type | Parkland, woodland, gardens |
Location | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
Coordinates | 53°50′30″N 1°29′33″W |
Area | 700 acres (2.8 km2) |
Created | 1872 |
Operated by | Leeds City Council |
Status | Open all year |