Adel is a suburb in North Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated between Cookridge, Holt Park, Weetwood and Alwoodley. To the north are the villages of Athrington and Bramhope and the market town of Otley.
In 1152 the nearby Cistercian abbey at Kirkstall was founded. At the same time, the church of St John the Baptist was built in Adel to replace the older Saxon building. The Church of St John the Baptist, Adel parish church, is described as "one of the best and most complete Norman churches in Yorkshire" It is a grade I listed building; the sundial, mounting block and several memorials are grade II listed.
Adel is a mainly residential area of Leeds, and being in proximity to Adel Crags and the Meanwood Valley Trail has a distinctive countryside feel. Adel also has two primary schools, namely St John The Baptist Primary School and Adel Primary School.
Close to Adel Church is York Gate, an old farmhouse with a beautifully landscaped garden and a pavement maze in the driveway. The gardens are open to the public on regular occasions.
Adel is home to Headingley Golf club, the oldest golf club in Leeds. The area is linked to Leeds city centre by buses, including the 28, operated by First Group.
