If you are spending Christmas in halls or housing in Huddersfield or are a commuter student who lives local, then why not take an a few hours out of your day and go for a nice refreshing walk. Walking can improve blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the heart. It can also lighten your mood and improve sleeps. Here is a list of a few places you can walk in Huddersfield, Wakefield, Bradford, Leeds, and Barnsley. 

Huddersfield

• Castle Hill: 60 Castle Hill Side, Almondbury, Huddersfield HD4 6TA (48-minute walk from The University of Huddersfield)
• Beaumont Park: 74 Beaumont Park Rd, Huddersfield HD4 7AY (43-minute walk from The University of Huddersfield)
• Blackmoorfoot Reservoir (1h 45 minute walk from The University of Huddersfield)
• Scammonden Reservoir 2h 46 minute walk from The University of Huddersfield or 14-minute drive via A629 & M62

Bradford

• Aire Valley 
• Haw Pike
• Roberts Park, Saltaire 
• Shipley Glen

Leeds

• Eccup Reservoir 
• The Meanwood Valley Trail 
• Wyke Beck Valley Way 
• Leeds Country Way

Barnsley 

• Monk Bretton Priory 
• Locke Park 
• Wentworth Castle Gardens 

That's all for now! Happy walking - and don't forget to share your snaps with us!