Chevin Forest Park

Otley Chevin Forest Park is home to some very rare plants and animals. It can be found on the steep slopes by the crags at the top of the chevin.

The chevin has long been home to rare plants and animals. There are many types of trees in Cranwell Woods, including oak, ash, birch, rowan and yew. Other wildlife includes woodpeckers. Otley Chevin is also home to several species of bat that have their homes in the cracks within the crags on top of the chevin.

Otley chevin forest park is a great place for walking with some stunning views. The chevin extends some five miles (8km) from Bramhope to Pool-in-Wharfedale over high ground with some steep sides and deep river valleys containing some basalt outcrops.