Leeds' best sledging spots as heavy snow shuts schools across the city

Overnight heavy snow has fallen across Leeds with roads blocked and schools closed with a rare amber weather warning in force.

The Met Office is predicting 19 hours of disruption today (Friday, March 10). Many will see this as an opportunity to take advantage of the best sledging spots in Leeds.

There will be many out there dusting off their sleds for just this time of year, or making their own makeshift sleds from cardboard or repurposing body boards or kayaks - the possibilities are endless.

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We've put a list together of some of the best places to go in Leeds for sledging, readers are welcome to make more suggestions in the comments section below.

1. Hill 60, Roundhay Park
2. The Bumps, Rounday Park (for small children)

3. Golden Acre Park, Bramhope

4. Bramley Fall Park

5. Meanwood Park

6. Middleton Park

7. Gotts Park Golf Club, Armley

8. Springhead Park, Rothwell

9. Billy Wood, Kippax

10. Farsley Recreation Ground

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