About Us

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, a registered charity, was established in 1980 to provide services to inner city communities. From the Farm’s humble beginnings operating from two old caravans, it has grown into a 26 acre site. It’s not only a working farm with a wide variety of animals but also a major centre for community and environmental work.

Services we provide include:

  • Environmental education services to schools – Projects include habitats, composting and rocks & soils
  • Holiday Playschemes
  • Development programme to adults with learning disabilities
  • Allotments to local people
  • Leisure resource that is open to visitors seven days a week
  • Conference facilities – We have three rooms of differing sizes available to hire for meetings, community groups etc. More info here.

Partnership and Training

The Farm works in partnership with Leeds City Council Adult Social Care in providing a community care scheme where adults with learning disabilities receive training in gardening, literacy and numeracy. For these individuals, being based in an integrated environment has positive benefits.

Sheep in the snow
Sheep in the snow