What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Each week we publish lists of planning applications related to LS10 and LS11 published on on the Leeds City Council website. The following applications were validated in the week beginning Monday 2 November 2026. Click on the description to see the full application: Four static illuminated fascia signs; 2
For 70 years, St Andrew’s Methodist Church on Old Lane has been much more than a place of worship – it has been a place where the people of Beeston come together. The church opened its doors in November 1956 and, over seven decades, has become a familiar and much-loved
A former furniture shop can be converted into a hot food takeaway after plans were agreed with the council. Planners at Leeds City Council approved an application for a change of use of the premises at Beeston hill. A new shopfront and extraction unit were proposed as part of the
The agenda for the next meeting of the Inner South West Community Committee, made up of Councillors for Beeston & Holbeck and Hunslet & Riverside wards, plus Armley and Kirkstall wards, has been published. The meeting, which is open to the public, is taking place at Leeds Civic Hall, LS1
I was born in South Leeds, but now live in Quebec, Canada. I was back in Leeds for a visit last April and took a walk through Holbeck cemetery where some of my family are buried. I was surprised to find a WW1 war grave for a Canadian soldier, Private
Students at Cockburn School are being given an exciting range of opportunities to explore their futures, build essential employability skills and experience university and professional environments through the school’s extensive careers programme. Across Years 7 to 11, the school’s Careers Team has been working with universities, employers and organisations from
Each week we publish lists of planning applications related to LS10 and LS11 published on on the Leeds City Council website. The following applications were validated in the week beginning Monday 26 October 2026. Click on the description to see the full application: Double-sided digital free-standing unit advertisement displays
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
We are inviting people across South Leeds to share their creativity this festive season as part of a new community competition organised in partnership with the LS11 Lantern Festival and South Leeds Life. The competition theme is “That’s What Christmas Means To Me”, and we would love people of all
A grilled chicken venue has been blocked from opening until 3am after the police and council opposed the move. Fears were raised over a possible increase in anti-social behaviour and littering if Pepe’s Piri Piri in Beeston was granted extended hours. The national fast-food chain, which does not sell alcohol,