Urban Oasis in the Heart of Aire Park

Spanning over eight acres, Aire Park’s expansive green spaces are set to become the vibrant new heart of Leeds’ South Bank, brimming with colour, life and activity.

Heaps to discover

1 – The Tetley Green

A soft terraced space with built-in seating perfect for relaxation, watching and dwelling.

2 – Central Park

A large informal green space in the centre of the site, beautifully framed by trees.

3 – The Flowering Avenue

A picturesque linkway through the park, the Avenue is an iconic springtime attraction thanks to the vibrant blossoms of its many flowering trees.

4 – Exercise routes

The park creates a new 1km exercise route, perfect for jogging or a leisurely lunchtime stroll.

5 – Spaces for play

A dedicated 600m2 play space for younger children with a naturalistic adventure theme.

6 – Outdoor Events Space

A multi-functional all year-round space, which will be used for outdoor markets, performances and events.

A rich biodiversity

Interventions such as bug hotels, bird boxes, and pollinating gardens create an ecological haven. A variety in species and size of trees, many of them native, will be positioned to encourage wildlife corridors.

700 new Trees

The park will contain a vast mix of tree species and sizes including legacy trees which will grow to full maturity and be celebrated for generations to come.

Caring for the park and each other

To ensure everyone can enjoy the park safely and respectfully, we’ve outlined a few simple guidelines. These rules are designed to protect the space, its visitors and the wildlife that call it home. Click below to view the park rules.

Park rules