What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Year 6 pupils from Middleton Primary School returned home with memories to last a lifetime after an unforgettable residential trip filled with outdoor adventures, team-building challenges, and a few unexpected surprises. The young adventurers tackled an impressive range of activities designed to push them out of their comfort zones and
The Middleton Pride in Place programme is a government-backed initiative that is investing in Middleton over a 10-year period, giving local people the power to shape positive and lasting change in their communities. Since the launch of the programme, members of the Middleton Pride in Place Board have been meeting
Cockburn John Charles Academy students combine mathematical thinking, teamwork and thrilling rides during an exciting residential visit. Students from Cockburn John Charles Academy enjoyed an unforgettable residential trip to Alton Towers, combining the excitement of one of the UK’s most popular theme parks with opportunities to develop their mathematical skills
Students at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (CLCA) took part in ‘It’s Not Banter Week’, a Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust initiative promoting healthy relationships, challenging harmful behaviours and encouraging positive choices. Supporting the school’s commitment to wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development, the week highlighted why how we treat others matters — online
This month (October 2026) saw the unveiling of two new tree sculptures in Hunslet Lake park, near Middleton Railway – and have already become much-loved local icons. The sculptures combine images of nature, including a red kite and an owl; and local heritage – including sports, remembrance, industrial history including
The Hunslet Club is inviting families from across South Leeds to join them on Friday (30 October 2026) for their annual Halloween Party, and this year’s event promises an evening of spooky fun for all ages. The free, family-friendly event will take place at The Hunslet Club from 6-9pm, with
Revellers have been urged to enjoy Halloween in the right ‘spirit’ this October and be mindful not everyone will want to take part in celebrations. West Yorkshire Police will be deploying extra police on the streets over the Halloween and also Bonfire Night period as the force prepares for what
A new major careers and training fair will take place in Leeds next week, bringing together the city’s leading employers, training providers and support organisations in a wide showcase of careers, jobs and skills. onnecting talent with real opportunities, Careers in Leeds brings together three previously separate events: the Leeds
Leeds Community Foundation is celebrating a decade of The Leeds Fund, having invested around £4.6m to support more than 23,300 people across Leeds, as it launches a new focus on tackling the cost of living crisis. Launched in June 2016, The Leeds Fund has evolved over the past ten years
The Falconers Rest in Middleton will close its doors today (26 October 2026) to allow for an exciting refurbishment before reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub. This transformation represents a significant investment of £300,000. The much-loved community pub will be transformed with new features designed to deliver a stadium-style experience