NEWS

GOGA Semester two round‑up

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Semester two is nearly over, and it has been a fantastic few months for Get Out, Get Active (GOGA). We’ve enjoyed a busy programme of walking trips and running, with lots of new participants joining us. Walking trips This semester we ran nine walking trips, with more than 320 participants taking part. Together, we covered […]

Get Out, Get Active: Semester One Highlights

group of people from get out get active programme posing for a picture in a forest area

As Semester one draws to a close, the Get Out, Get Active (GOGA) programme has had an incredible start to the 2025/26 academic year! Walking trips Since October, GOGA has taken participants on eight fantastic trips such as Ambleside, Llandudno, Windermere, Brimham Rocks and Knaresborough. Along the way, we’ve spotted seals, goats and even llamas! So far, over 283 participants […]

Get Out, Get Active Semester 2 activities

People on a walk in Llanduno with a view of The Great Orme in the background.

We hope you all had a great winter break and would like to offer our congratulations for finishing the exam period! There are lots of exciting activities coming up this semester as part of Get Out, Get Active that we can’t wait to share with you. Throughout the semester we will host walking trips, run […]

Five great walks in Leeds

woodhouse moor free guides walking

Woodlands, canals, riversides, lakes, reservoirs… whether you fancy a canal side stroll or a 10km walk through woodland we have got you covered! Leeds has enough parks and trails to keep you busy and they’re all beautifully unique. 1. Meanwood Valley Trail 6 miles/10 kilometres The Meanwood Valley Trail runs from Woodhouse Moor and heads […]

10 must see parks in Leeds

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Following on from our 5 great walks you need to do in Leeds guide, this page contains everything you need to know about 10 must-see parks in Leeds. Use it to plan your next outdoor adventure. Whether you want to explore the parks nearby to campus or venture a bit further afield, this guide is […]

Balancing Life 2022 Survey Results

Balancing Life

Results of Sport and Physical Activity’s (SPA) 2022 Balancing Life Survey results have been published, providing an insight into the activity and wellbeing levels of our University community. 1,000 staff and students took part in Balancing Life this year. Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the survey. Key results A total […]