Young families are invited to join us on Monday (3 August 2026) for a fun, free outdoor play event packed with creativity, activity and community spirit.
Delivered by Hunslet & Belle Isle Community Project and kindly funded by National Lottery Community Fund and Leeds Federated Housing, this session is part of our ongoing work to bring more playful opportunities to public spaces across Hunslet and Belle Isle. As South Leeds Life has previously reported, these events have become hugely popular — and we’re excited to bring another one to the square.
Drop in anytime between 10:30am-12noon and stay for as long as you like. Activities include:
- Water play
- Sand pit
- Chalk art
- Craft activitiy
- Den building
- Bubbles
- Lego and other construction play
- Guttering tracks for cars, balls and water
- Parachute games
- Sports activities
Children must be accompanied by an adult — and we hope you’ll enjoy playing together.
Hunslet Square, located between Church Street and Whitfield in front of Hunslet Community Hub & Library (next to Morrisons) and Involve Community Centre, has been transformed over recent years into a vibrant community space. Wildflower beds, new seating and colourful play markings have already been installed, with more improvements on the way.
Alongside the main play event The Big Bike Fix will offer free simple bike repairs — bring any bike that needs a little TLC and get it ready for the summer holidays.
Come and join us for an action‑packed morning of good spirited free fun. Please come along, bring the kids, and help spread the word to family, friends and neighbours.
For more information about this event or the ongoing work of Hunslet & Belle Isle Community Project, contact Ben Hutchinson on 07419 366 058 or visit our Facebook page.
This post is based on a press release issued by Hunslet & Belle Isle Community Project
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