What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Leeds residents are urged to protect themselves and their families this winter by taking up the offer of free NHS vaccinations against flu and Covid-19. Vaccination remains the most effective way to reduce the risk of serious illness from seasonal viruses. Protection from previous vaccinations diminishes over time, and viruses
White Rose Shopping Centre’s magical Christmas ice rink is returning due to popular demand this festive season and will be open from Thursday 20 November 2025 until Sunday 4 January 2026. The family-friendly attraction returns this year with more events and offers than ever before: fun themed events will take
Here’s a roundup of some the main events taking place over the coming week in South Leeds. We start with an apology, there was an error in last week’s roundup, the Middleton Makers Market, is in fact on this Saturday morning 10am-2pm, at Middleton Park Circus. Lots of lovely handmade
Transform, the UK’s leading festival for inclusive, international performance, will be taking over the city of Leeds for five days from Tuesday (21 October 2025). Transform 25 will present 14 bold, socially conscious performances that reflect and respond to a rapidly changing global landscape. 29 artists from all over the
Leeds Credit Union (LCU) has launched its largest-ever Christmas loan campaign, aiming to save local residents £20 million in interest charges this festive season. The not-for-profit lender is encouraging people in Leeds to avoid costly doorstep lenders and unregulated loan sharks, which have recently been found to charge interest rates
White Rose Shopping Centre is set to welcome Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, and recent arrival baby Evie Pig as part of a meet-and-greet event this autumn half term. The event takes place on Saturday 1 November 2025 in White Rose’s Central Atrium, and guests must book free tickets in advance
Tirweddau Dychmugol-Faesiol is an exhibition about the imaginary realm and the personal kingdom of dreams. Drawing inspiration from the Welsh Chwedlau and Mabinogi -rich veins of Welsh myth, legend, and folklore passed down over generations- Seren’s work is filled with symbolism drawn from the threshold of dreams and reality.
Leeds-based children’s charity SNAPS is inviting the public to nominate their everyday heroes for the SNAPS Super Stars Awards 2025. The virtual awards recognise individuals who consistently go above and beyond to make a positive impact on the lives of others. These everyday heroes are the ones who offer unwavering
The Hunslet Club has officially launched its brand-new campaign, Get Kids Moving, aimed at encouraging more young people across South Leeds and beyond to get active, try new activities, and discover the joy of movement. Each week, the Club will be offering free beginner and development sessions in a variety
Fifth-generation luxury bedmaker, Harrison Spinks, has published its 2025 Impact Report, which celebrates record progress in sustainability and social impact, including reducing emissions, planting thousands of trees and handcrafting hundreds of beds for children in poverty. The report’s publication follows Harrison Spinks being awarded ‘Bed Manufacturer of the Year 2025/26’