Park Square
Park Square
Park Square, situated in the heart of Leeds’ bustling city centre, is a serene sanctuary amidst the urban expanse, celebrated for its picturesque beauty and historical significance. Established in the Georgian era, the park has maintained its character through preserved architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens, providing a verdant respite from the surrounding concrete and glass high-rises. Park Square’s traditional townhouses, many of which have been converted into contemporary office spaces, are a distinctive feature that marks the marriage of history and modernity in this region.
The neatly manicured gardens in the centre of the square are the perfect spot for city-dwellers and visitors to take a quiet moment, enjoy lunch or simply, relax. The park’s leafy trees provide ample shade during the summer months, while spring brings a delightful show of blossoms. A series of benches and pathways are spread throughout the square, facilitating lunchtime picnics or leisurely walks. Despite its location in a bustling city, Park Square offers a charming escape, providing the city with a vital green lung, and contributing to the vibrant urban character of Leeds.
Created: 25 June 2023 Edited: 29 November 2023
Park Square
Local History around Park Square
There are some historic monuments around including:
Rock carved human figure 570m south of King Lane FarmStone hut circle settlement in Iveson WoodAdel Roman fort and settlementKirkstall Abbey and precinct including a prehistoric cup and ring marked rockStone hut circle settlement in Clayton Wood on the south west side of Iveson DriveMedieval farmstead in Ireland Wood, 150m north east of Cookridge HospitalMiddleton Park shaft moundsLate prehistoric enclosed settlements in Gipton Wood, at the southern end of Oakwood DriveStank Hall quasi-manorial site.
