Open access

The access rights, sometimes referred to as ‘the right to roam’ were introduced by the government on a regional basis, and came into force in the Leeds area on 31 October 2005.

Access land in Leeds includes:

• Hawksworth Moor
• Land adjacent to Reva Reservoir
• parts of the Otley Chevin
• Townclose Hills in Kippax
• Buckstone Fields in the Meanwood Valley

The access land is shown on the latest editions of the Ordnance Survey Explorer maps:

• 289 Leeds
• 288 Bradford and Huddersfield
• 297 Lower Wharfedale

Alternatively, the Conclusive Maps of Open Access for the Leeds area are available to view by appointment only. Contact us to arrange an appointment with a member of our Public Rights of Way team.