Enrich Your Inner Self: Poetry, Nature and Walking
Join local poet Clare Wigzell for a silent walk and a little poetry, in nature and the abbey to help you to relax, recharge and connect to your inner self.
There is an accessible route around the Abbey but this event may involve walking on uneven surfaces at times, please specify any access requirements on booking of via email (Kirkstall.Abbey@leeds.gov.uk). Please dress weather appropriately.
This event is part of the 2026 Leeds Mindfulness Festival at Abbey House Museum and Kirkstall Abbey.
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