What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Yorkshire charities and social enterprises have been celebrated at the region’s second Pride in Diversity Awards, held at Leeds’ First Direct Bank Arena, with Beeston’s Women’s Whispers received Yorkshire Community Organisation of the Year. The awards aim to highlight work across Yorkshire to support members of the community who face
The sun shone and the crowds descended in their thousands to Cross Flatts Park to enjoy Beeston Festival yesterday (27 June 2026). Revellers commented on the fantastic atmosphere and the range of activities and entertainment on offer. Christine Smart commented: “I have to thank Beeston Festival organisers who not only
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 22 June 2026. Click on the description to see the full application: Determination for the installation of roof
A behind the scenes documentary telling the story of a band of learning disabled musicians has won a special award at a prestigious film festival. The film charting the journey of Ultimate Thunder, heralded ‘the most punk rock band in Britain’, was one of only six music documentaries to be
Beeston Festival returns to Cross Flatts Park on Saturday (27 June 2026) with organisers promising a park full of extraordinary delights. This will be the 31st edition of the festival and it will feature the usual mix of live music and dance across three stages, children’s activities, sports, live animals,
St Luke’s CARES is running a free retail course for adults aged 18+ at its charity shop on Dewsbury Road in Beeston. The friendly and supportive 10-week course is designed for adults who would like to build confidence, gain new skills, meet people, and take a step towards volunteering, further
A huge thank you to everyone who came down to Cross Flatts Park for the community picnic organised by Beeston Hill Community Association last Sunday (7 June 2026). We had around 100 people join us for some great food, chat, and games in the sunshine. All the veggie food was
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 8 June 2026. Click on the description to see the full application: 5.00m single storey rear extension, 2.81m
Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to following a jewellery robbery yesterday (10 June 2026) in Hunslet Moor, Leeds. It happened around 4.45pm on Wednesday 10 June, in the park area on Burton Row. A woman had been sat on a bench when
On Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 12:30pm people with learning disabilities will march through Leeds City Centre with banners to show they are proud of who they are. This is the fifth time Connect in the North has hosted the event in Learning Disability Week. The march starts from Leeds