Garforth is a picturesque suburb 9 miles to the East of Leeds City Centre and 13 miles North of Wakefield. The leafy suburb provides the perfect escape from city centre life, whilst offering great connections to neighbouring towns and cities and great access to a range of amenities.
Things To Do
There is a real sense of community in Garforth; local football team ‘Garforth Town’ draws in a good crowd at their home ground of Bannister Prentice Stadium. Keeping on the sporting theme Garforth is home to 2 rugby clubs, 2 cricket clubs and a golf course; giving plenty of opportunities to get active, or support from the sidelines. Just a short drive away from Garforth, you’ll come across Fairburn Ings, an exciting site for family activities and wildlife watching. A little over 4 miles away; Temple Newsam is the perfect spot for a family day out. Whether you choose to take a stroll around the grounds, delve into the history of the house, or get up close with the animals on the farm, you won’t be short of things to do.
Things you didn't know about Garforth
Famous faces to come out of Garforth include the likes of Yorkshire Cricketer Chris Silverwood, Dj Dave Seaman and Andrew White of the Kaiserchiefs.
Schools in Garforth
Families are drawn to Garforth due to its vast array of schools and colleges. There are 5 primary schools within Garforth, alongside The Garforth Academy offering secondary education to over 2000 students. Within the area, there is also Garforth Community Arts School and SLP College providing a range of further education and vocational training.
- East Garforth Primary Academy
- Garforth Academy
- Green Lanes Primary Academy
- Ninelands Primary School
- SLP College
- Strawberry Fields Primary School
- St. Benedicts Primary School
Transport
Connections to and from Garforth are something to be admired. Garforth has two train Stations; Garforth Railway station and East Garforth Railway. Both stations offer links to Leeds, York and North Eastern England alongside Selby, Hull and Yorkshire coastal towns. There are also links to Manchester, Liverpool and Blackpool. The efficient train services mean you can reach Leeds City Centre in less than 15 minutes, making Garforth a hot spot for commuters looking for some respite from the city. What's more, there are also a number of bus services in and around Garforth, and with the A1 and M1 just minutes away, Garforth is an ideal location for those needing to travel further afield. For all your upcoming holidays Leeds Bradford Airport is 16.5 miles away and can be easily accessed via taxi.
History
Garforth has the local land-owning family the Gascoignes to thank for its rapid expansion during the 17th and 18th century. The Gascoignes ran several coal mines in the area, encouraging the growth of Garforth and many of the surrounding areas, including Micklefield, Kippax and Swillington.
Eating & Drinking
From steakhouses to independent cafes, Garforth has it all in terms of bars and restaurants. Jigger and Jar on Main Street is the perfect place to enjoy unique cocktails and wine, accompanied by one of their charcuterie boards. Whilst the Miller and Carter on Selby Road will satisfy all your steak desires. If you’re looking for an authentic Woodfire pizza, the family-run 450 Degrees is a must-visit. Be sure to wash it down with one of their selection of craft beers or handpicked gins. There are around 10 pubs to choose from when in Garforth including the famous Gaping Goose and even a microbrewery!
Shopping
Similar to other towns of its size, Garforth has a lot to offer in terms of shopping and amenities. There is a Tesco, Lidl and Original Factory Shop alongside a number of local stores for all your extra groceries. Within the centre you can expect to find a good mix of travel agents, banks, charity shops, newsagents, coffee shops and a number of independent local businesses.
