Far Fold is a neighbourhood within Leeds, West Yorkshire. Its name suggests origins in the older agricultural pattern of the region, where “fold” referred to a small cluster of dwellings or a farmstead enclosure, a naming convention found across many parts of the West Riding. The neighbourhood sits within the broader Leeds urban area, surrounded by the streets and communities that make up this part of the city.
Getting Around
Leeds has good bus and road connections running throughout its neighbourhoods, and Far Fold benefits from its position within the wider city network. The city centre is accessible by local bus routes, and the surrounding streets connect to the main roads that cross this part of Leeds. For those exploring by car, the motorway network around Leeds is within easy reach.
The Local Area
Like many residential neighbourhoods in Leeds, Far Fold is made up largely of housing set among the streets and smaller local features typical of the city’s inner and middle districts. Leeds itself has a wide range of parks, markets, and cultural venues that residents of Far Fold can reach without travelling far.