As previously reported, the Government has allocated £15.9m for the Heart of Holbeck project which will see St Matthew’s Community Centre refurbished and many houses improved amongst other projects.
Plans include narrowing Domestic Street to make it more attractive to pedestrians accessing the shops and creating a one-way system to deter rat-running. Improvements to Holbeck Moor and St Matthew’s churchyard are also proposed, as well as improvements to walking routes in the area.
Following cthis consultation, final plans will be drawn up and the work is expected to start early next year.
This week sees the start of a public consultation into how Holbeck’s green spaces and streets can be improved. Three drop in events have been organised:
St Matthew’s Community Centre – St Matthew’s Street, Holbeck, Leeds, LS11 9NR
5:30–7:30pm, Thursday 28 May
Holbeck Moor Park – Gazebo near Skatepark (If the weather is poor, this session will move to St Matthew’s Community Centre)
10:00am–2:00pm, Saturday 30 May
Slung Low – The Warehouse In Holbeck, Crosby St, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 9RQ
5:30–7:30pm, Wednesday 3 June
Saturday’s event on the Moor will include free tasters and activities taking place between 11am-1:pm from:
Yorkshire Cricket – Small Skills
Let’s Do More Basketball
Hip Hop Phil – Breakdance and Graffiti Art
Kidz Klub – Play
Self Defence tasters with Savage Martial Arts
Plus, you could walk away with a free 7 day gym pass for one of our Leeds City Council Leisure Centres!
A spokesperson said:
“Pop in for a chat and share your ideas on how we can improve Holbeck’s green spaces and streets through UK Government Local Regeneration Funding.
“Come and see the ideas, share your views, and tell us what matters most to you. You don’t need to stay long, just pop in when it suits you. Your voice matters. Everyone is welcome.”
If you are unable to attend these events there is an online consultation questionnaires available to complete until Friday 19 June at: heartofholbeck.commonplace.is
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