What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Ahead of the three-day Spring bank holiday weekend (Saturday 27 – Monday 29 May 2023) the NHS in Leeds is reminding people to check they have enough medication and to order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time. Although several pharmacy and GP services will be available over the bank holidays,
Here’s a roundup of some the main events taking place over the coming week in South Leeds. For full listings go over to our What’s On calendar here. We start this week in Hunslet at the Leeds College of Building which is holding an Open Day on Saturday, 10am-1pm. Take
Beeston-based Leeds Sanctuary and the Manchester and Stockport Methodist District are proud to announce the launch of their new podcast series ‘At What Cost’, which focuses on the Cost of Living Crisis and its impact on local individuals and organisations in Leeds and Manchester, and beyond. Through candid conversations with
A survey, part of a new strategic housing market assessment, to identify the housing needs of residents in Leeds has now begun. The survey will provide insight into the district’s population and allow for a better understanding of what Leeds’ housing needs are. The in-depth local knowledge produced by the
A garden designed to explore mental health and wellbeing at this year’s RHS Flower Show Tatton Park is appealing for sponsors. Garden designer Carolyn Hardern and landscaper Jon Jarvis are working with Leeds College of Building to raise awareness of mental health within the construction industry through a unique show
Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, visited White Rose station construction site earlier today (Monday 15 May 2023) to look at the progress being made on South Leeds’ £26.5 million new rail station. The new White Rose Rail Station is being delivered in partnership by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority,
I attended the performance Of Mice and Men at Leeds Playhouse on Thursday (11 May 2023). The first thing that captured my attention was the minimal use of props and scene sets. Tom McCall commands the stage with his performance of George and he captivates the audience from the get
This week, 15–21 May 2023, is Mental Health Awareness Week. This year, local mental health charity Leeds Mind is focusing on the impact that the cost of living crisis is having on people’s mental wellbeing. Having started in late 2021, the crisis is affecting the mental health of hundreds of
As part of the LEEDS 2023 Year of Culture, a group of women and non-binary people have built a barn on Cinder Moor in Hyde Park which will act as a venue for series of events spotlighting women’s issues. The project is supported by WOW – Women Of The World,