What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Local boxing gym Golden Team are partnering Shane and Wilson of ‘Two Cracked Eggs’ podcast fame to provide toys for South Leeds children who might otherwise go without. “It’s harsh when Santa doesn’t visit,” said Golden Team chief coach Padraic McDonagh. “This is a hyper-local initiative to give a bit
“Are there no prisons? Are there no workhouses?” Scrooge’s scornful question opens Leeds Playhouse’s lively production of A Christmas Carol, adapted by Deborah McAndrew and set in Victorian Leeds. Directed by Amy Leach, with set and costume design by Hayley Grindle, this retelling bares the heart of Dickens’ story and
Beeston’s beloved Lantern Festival is back to brighten up the winter nights. On Friday 12 December, locations around Beeston will sparkle with thousands of twinkling lights — and everyone is invited. This year’s festival promises something for all ages, including: festive music and drama, a new creative competition, community awards,
Books make great gifts- easy to tidy up, no wasteful packaging and they don’t take up loads of room. Whilst initially they may not generate the excitement of a huge plastic toy – they will most likely outlive it, and continue being enjoyed long after the festive season. For the
Two teenage boxers from South Leeds are preparing to fight in a local derby on promoter Tristan Haynes early December show. Kieran McMillan, 18, and Rawa Rashid, 17, will compete for the Haynes Promotions novice title boxing belt at 75kg. “I came to boxing from rugby,” said Rodillian Academy year
Following last year’s first successful Christmas Market at Rowland Road WMC, the Beeston Hill Community Association (BHCA) are getting ready to host the event again, alongside many local craft traders. The Christmas Market will take place on Saturday (6 December 2025) 12-5pm at Rowland Road WMC, Beeston, LS11 6ED. This
Taking place on Friday, November 28th, Black Friday is fast approaching, bringing with it the promise of early deals for budget-conscious shoppers gearing up for the festive season. However, as the popularity of online shopping continues to rise, so does the risk of falling victim to internet scams. Here, Greg
Pure Gym Hunslet and Cottingley Community Centre are joining forces again this year to ease the burden of Christmas for families. Last year they helped over 100 families with donations of just over 500 toys, blankets, hot water bottles and food vouchers. Centre Manager Christine said: “I hear many times
What a loss to the community and her family! The wonderful Lynn Bailey, who has died after a short illness, has left a lasting legacy to the people of Beeston and in particular the learning disabled community for which she fought for justice for so many years. One legacy is
Two local teenage Thai boxers hope that recent intensive training will allow them to add further wins to their fight record when they compete on Yodphet Fight Night Three in Bishop Auckland on 29 November. Jack Marshall, 16, and Fabian Monit, 15, have been training for eighteen months at Beeston’s