What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Local people from South Leeds have been developing their self defence skills, thanks to an idea from a Hunslet resident. An initial six week course was funded from Get Set Leeds Local as a pilot project for the area, working with Involve Community Centre. Certificates have been received by those
Although Christmas is traditionally a time of joy, celebration and giving, the financial strain that often comes with it can easily dampen the spirit of the season and, in the most severe cases, can even result in people overspending and plunging themselves into debt. So how can people start saving
On Tuesday 29 October 2024 the new look Hunslet ‘town square’ hosted another successful family play event giving young families a chance to play, get creative and try new things. Over 80 children and adults enjoyed a range of fun activities in the (suprising!) autumn sunshine including arts & crafts,
Organisers are preparing to greet over a thousand visitors to their spooky garden in Belle Isle tomorrow night – 31 October, Halloween. Halloween on the Drive has been growing bigger and better over the past years as they put on bigger and better displays. This year they are raising funds
After a strong October Leeds Knights look to continue their strong form into November. Plenty of wins in October sees the Knights currently second in the league table, winning 9 out of 13 games this season. November will see Knights play nine times throughout the month. The sport of ice
Greetings, as the summer closes and darker nights close in I just wish to update you all on the recent events in South Leeds. The summer has seen significant events not only in this country but internationally which have had a profound affect on members of our communities. Times like
Please join us on Tuesday 29 October for a fun outdoor event for young families to play, get creative and try new things! The event takes place from 10:45am and is delivered by Hunslet & Belle Isle Community Project and is kindly funded by Get Set Leeds Local as part
In a new initiative to address the complex issue of hoarding behaviours, a new peer support group called “Clear Path Support” is set to launch in our community. This innovative 10-week course, designed by a local mental health professional, aims to provide a compassionate and judgment-free environment for individuals struggling
The Friends of Middleton Park are hosting a free guided walk in Middleton Park on Sunday (27 October 2024) entitled Death in the Park. Middleton Park in South Leeds, famous for its magnificent semi-ancient woodlands, early coal mining remains and historic railway, has been the scene of many deaths in
On Thursday 3 October 2024, Bisade Adeyeye, aged 10, from St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School in Beeston came second as the new Children’s Mayor of Leeds was announced by the Lord Mayor Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung at a special event at Leeds Civic Hall. Bisade spent much of