Thanks to everyone who sent us their photos of beautiful bluebells in West Leeds following our recent shout-out.
We’re certainly lucky to live where we do – and the bluebells have certainly sparked people’s imaginations, with photographs ranging from the magnificence of Bramley Fall Woods to the natural beauty of Farnley Park, Kirkstall, Pudsey Cemetery and Woodhouse Ridge.
Here’s a selection – thanks to everyone who contributed!
Photos courtesy:
Heather Andrews
Mark John Battensby
Lizzie Coombes
Dave Dalton
Alison Davies
Lisa Donnelly
Mindy Goose
Diane Law
Damon Sugden
Claire Sykes
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