Lotherton Hall reopens parkland

Lotherton Hall reopened its parkland to the public last Wednesday as Covid-19 lockdown measures were relaxed.

But the Hall, Wildlife World, playgrounds, toilets, café and shops remain closed. Starting from June 1 the café will be offering a limited takeaway service.

Roundhay Park and Temple Newsam Golf Course will reopen before the end of the month, Leeds City Council has confirmed.

It also said council car parks have reopened, while fishing and the use of bowling greens is allowed – but park playgrounds and outdoor gym equipment will remain off-limits.

It follows recent announcements from Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is set to conditionally relax Covid-19 lockdown measures over the coming weeks.

From May 22, both Roundhay park and Temple Newsam golf courses will reopen, while park cafes and concessions will open for takeaway only on June 1.

A Leeds City Council spokesman said: “Although we are beginning to open up some of the facilities that have been closed in our parks and green spaces again, visitors must still strictly adhere to the social distancing guidance set out by government by remaining two metres away from anyone not in their household.

“We continue to follow the national guidance around managing the impact of coronavirus in Leeds and will ensure any changes we implement over the next days, weeks and months are done so as safely as possible.”