Nestled in the heart of Leeds, the Wharfe at Wilderness Carpark offers a serene escape from the city. However, its official water quality rating of Poor, as tested by the Environment Agency, may deter some visitors. During the summer months, the water temperature is likely to range from 15°C to 18°C, making it suitable for hardy swimmers.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Wharfe at Wilderness Carpark (Leeds) & surrounds
Rural Retreats
From £688
Mallow Lodge is a contemporary eco-lodge situated in a quarry, with stunning views of the sheer stone walls. With a secluded, south-facing decking area outside and a cosy, open-...
Rural Retreats
From £688
Mallow Lodge is a contemporary eco-lodge situated in a quarry, with stunning views of the sheer stone walls. With a secluded, south-facing decking area outside and a cosy open-p...
Rural Retreats
From £714
A secluded, single-storey property with a substantial, fully-enclosed garden on the peaceful Eslington Park Estate; a peaceful hideaway with easy access to all of Northumberland...
Rural Retreats
From £1,313
Historic grandeur meets modern comfort with Eslington East Wing, a beautiful Grade ll listed Georgian country house in Northumberland set in stunning private grounds, complete w...
Rural Retreats
From £976
Deriving its name from the beck that runs at the bottom of the garden, Beckside at Ribba Hall Farm is a lovingly restored Grade II listed rural hideaway in the heart of Bishopda...
Rural Retreats
From £938
Set in the charming village of Brandsby, 30 minutes from York and exuding oodles of Yorkshire charm, Virginia Cottage is a luxurious and welcoming hideaway for couples or famili...
Rural Retreats
From £445
Renovated to a high standard, White Rose Cottage is a delightful romantic cottage for two within the pretty village of Constable Burton, just a short drive from the market town ...
Rural Retreats
From £1,406
Located within it's own Historic grounds on the Thornton Watlass Estate amidst Ancient Parkland and close to the thriving market town of Bedale, Pasture House was thoughtfully r...
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality regularly fails to meet safe bathing standards. Swimmers face an elevated risk of stomach infections or skin rashes due to high bacterial loads.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as an inland river bathing water. River sites are heavily influenced by upstream rainfall, agricultural runoff, and storm overflows, with water flow changing quickly after rain.
Yorkshire Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2024. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Leeds area.
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