What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
In a heartwarming gesture of community spirit, Northern Rail in Leeds recently provided a group of 11- to 15-year-olds from Holbeck with free tickets for a day at the seaside in Bridlington. These young people, who live near the train lines and were at risk of drifting into antisocial behavior,
A planning application has been made to covert one of the buildings at Versa TV and film studios in Holbeck into a Padel Tennis Centre. Padel is a sport that combines elements of squash and tennis, which is becoming increasingly popular in the UK. Needing less skill and fitness than
With the summer holidays over community life is returning to its routine and this week sees residents meeting in Hunslet Carr and Beeston on Thursday evening. There meetings are a great way to discuss local issues and raise concerns about your neighbourhood. The meetings are attended by ward councillors, the
The Skelton Grange Environment Centre in Stourton is throwing its doors open on Saturday for its annual open day. With a host of activities there will be something for everyone including: Circus Leeds will be on site all day, sharing skills and equipment to get you moving, and the alpacas
A bold new initiative aimed at tackling knife-related violence among young people in Leeds has been launched, bringing together education, mentorship, and community support in a city-wide campaign for safer streets. The community-led project offers a series of free in-person and virtual workshops, one-on-one mentoring, awareness campaigns, and local engagement
Want to learn to play an instrument or sing? Already play, but want to improve? Get expert tuition and friendly support at South Leeds Music Centres (SLMC). All ages are welcome, including under 5s to over 60s. We have something for everyone, from fun beginner groups to advanced ensembles, covering
Widnes Vikings 40-12 Hunslet RLFC Hunslet took their only fit 18 players to Widnes today (31 August 2025) in the Betfred Championship, but played with grit and determination for a large part of the game against a Widnes side pushing for the playoffs. With youngsters such as Zach McSwiney, Finley
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 25 August 2025. Click on the description to see the full application: Change of Use from B1(c), B2
A man is due to appear in court charged with the rape of woman in Leeds in 2021. Rashid Kwabena Boachie, aged 43, of Ashby Terrace, Leeds, has been charged in connection with the rape of a woman in Middleton Grove, Beeston, on 29 August 2021. Earlier this month, Boachie
The following services running through South Leeds will see changes come into operation on Sunday 31 August 2025 as described. To find full details and new timetables please go to: www.wymetro.com/buses A number of services have been re-routed to avoid Whitehall Road in Holbeck where ongoing works have narrowed the