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Beyond Domestication

Adel Dam Woodland
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Beyond Domestication

Introduction to Barefoot Walking in Nature

Location:

Adel Dam Nature Reserve,

Next to Golden Acre Park (you can access through the park)
, Nearest town: Leeds: (5.6m/9.3km), West Yorkshire, LS16 8AG
Book
Take your first steps into barefoot walking in nature in this introductory session.

Event details

Meeting point

Meet at the entrance gate to the reserve on the Meanwood Valley Trail path between Golden Acre Park and Adel Dam nature reserve. The what3words location is ///suffer.herds.shell Coordinates: 53°52'07.2"N 1°35'19.8"W

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Date

Time
10:30am - 12:30pm
A static map of Introduction to Barefoot Walking in Nature

About the event

Curious about barefoot walking but not sure where to start?

Join coaches George and Amber-Rose from Beyond Domestication 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.

Booking

Price

Adult - £35.00
Child (17 years and under) - £10.00
Booking fees apply.

Suitable for

Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

Dogs are not permitted on this reserve, except for service dogs. Please always keep service dogs on a lead and ensure they are wearing their service vest or uniform. 

Mobility

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 events@ywt.org.uk. We are happy to chat through how we can best support your participation in this event and aim to accommodate where possible.

Wheelchair access

Please see information under Mobility.
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Hearing loop

No

What to bring

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

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Parking information

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.