Adel Area Guide

Five miles north of Leeds, Adel is a wonderful blend of urban, suburban and rural living.

Things To Do

You won’t be short on picturesque walks in Adel, Golden Acre Park is a lovely circular walk with a wonderful lake and gardens. You can take a rest and grab a hot drink at the popular tearoom. Enjoy the peaceful oasis of Adel Dam Nature Reserve, a hidden gem just opposite Golden Acre Park.

Eating & Drinking

For a taste of Turkish and Greek dishes with a Mediterranean touch head to Tuana Bistro, an independently owned restaurant on Otley Road. A delicious family run Italian restaurant, Ristorante Sorriso, can be found on the same road. Head to Residence 74 Café and Bar for a wide range of cocktails and gins.

Shopping

There is a real sense of community in Adel, with an array of independent businesses from local butchers to hairdressers which can be found on Otley Road. For everyday amenities, the area has a Co-op, Asda and Post Office.

Transport

Adel has convenient transport links to and from the surrounding areas. There are great bus routes connecting Adel to Leeds City Centre, Otley and Horsforth as frequently as every 10 minutes. The A660 makes it easy for those commuting to the city centre for work.

History

Adel is situated near the site of a Roman fort, several inscribed stones from the Romano-British period were discovered in Adel, also a number of Anglo-Saxon stones were discovered in the church foundations during restoration work in 1864. Some of these items are on display in the Leeds City Museum, Cookridge Street.

Schools

There are a few primary schools within Adel itself alongside nurseries and preschools. Whilst surrounding areas such as Meanwood, Alwoodley, Cookridge, West Park and Horsforth offer further primary options. In terms of high schools, many of the residents of Adel attend nearby schools including Allerton High, Lawnswood School, Ralph Thoresby and Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School, all in surrounding areas and easily accessible from Adel.

• Adel St John The Baptist Primary School
• Adel Primary School
• Allerton High School
• Allerton CE Primary School
• Alwoodley Primary School
• Moorlands School
• Ireland Wood Primary School
• Lawnswood School