Gallows Hill Nature Reserve
📍 Gallows Hill, Otley LS21 1HL, UK
About Gallows Hill Nature Reserve
Gallows Hill Nature Reserve is a charming and well-loved green space nestled in Otley, offering a peaceful escape for locals and visitors alike. With an outstanding Google rating of 4.8/5 stars, this small but vibrant reserve is celebrated for its rich biodiversity. Visitors can explore a delightful orchard and serene wetland areas, which are home to a variety of wildlife. The reserve is also embraced by stunning allotments and even features a unique mini lending library, adding to its community charm.
Ideal for short strolls and dog walks, Gallows Hill provides excellent opportunities for nature spotting, with keen observers often catching a glimpse of kingfishers. Its well-maintained paths invite tranquil exploration, making it a perfect destination for those looking to connect with nature and enjoy the outdoors.
Visiting Information
Gallows Hill Nature Reserve offers a welcoming experience with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring ease of access for many. Entry to the reserve is free of charge. While specific opening hours are not provided, the reserve is generally accessible during daylight hours.
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📍 Gallows Hill, Otley LS21 1HL, UK
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Showing 5 of 22 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.
This is a nice little trail. Decent paths a little muddy but not too bad. Good for dogs and walkers. There’s a bit of a loop round that maybe takes 20 mins or so to get round. There’s a lot of bird feeding areas and plenty of birds to be seen. There’s other animals like frogs around that you may see in the summer. You can keep walking along the river from here for a longer walk if you prefer.
We visit gallows walk 3 to 4 times a week. Also take our grandson weekly. We love the cafe and he loves the play park. We were concerned to see giant hog weeds. I took photos of them. Dangerous to pets as well.
Amazing small nature reserve. Friendly and plenty of local residents regularly visiting. Good for short walks, dog walks and nature spotting. Listen out for the kingfishers.
Pleasant easy walk by the river. The walk round the woods where the nature area is from the car park is lovely and has an orchard and several wildlife ponds.
A really lovely birthday party experience that we were invited to. They children learnt so much and it was pleasantly surprising to find such a lovely place on our doorstep!