What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Middleton Primary School welcomed MindMate last month, who worked with Year 6 pupils on understanding and supporting their mental health. During the visit, the MindMate team helped pupils explore what can trigger feelings of anxiety and worry. Through open discussion and engaging activities, the children were encouraged to recognise their
It’s almost time for A Winter’s Trail, your invitation to step into a magical world of light during the darkest month of the year at Skelton Grange Environment Centre in Stourton. The trail runs after dark on Tuesday 16, Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 December, between 4-7pm. A Winter’s Trail
Local boxing gym Golden Team are partnering Shane and Wilson of ‘Two Cracked Eggs’ podcast fame to provide toys for South Leeds children who might otherwise go without. “It’s harsh when Santa doesn’t visit,” said Golden Team chief coach Padraic McDonagh. “This is a hyper-local initiative to give a bit
Books make great gifts- easy to tidy up, no wasteful packaging and they don’t take up loads of room. Whilst initially they may not generate the excitement of a huge plastic toy – they will most likely outlive it, and continue being enjoyed long after the festive season. For the
Four-time Olympic medal winner and TV presenter, Becky Adlington OBE, is opening a children’s swim centre in South Leeds. Building work has now commenced at Swim! Leeds, located in the former Magnet store on City South Retail Park, Hunslet, alongside Pure Gym, Angling Direct and The Range. The purpose-built venue
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
Middleton-based James Inge has taken on the Savage Martial Arts franchise for South Leeds and is offering exciting opportunities for local younsters. James explained: “At Savage Martial Arts we know the importance of education, kindness and support networks. Every child at some point will struggle with something that may not
Over 1,100 youngsters from right across the north of England converged on Middleton last weekend (2-3 August 2025) for a rugby league youth tournament. The event was organised by Hunslet Rugby Foundation (HRF) and held at Nutty Slack, the home of Leeds Corinthians RUFC. As well as the rugby, there
Please join us on Wednesday (6 August 2025) for a fun outdoor event for young families to play, get creative and try new things. The event takes place from 1:30pm and is delivered by Hunslet & Belle Isle Community Project and is kindly funded by Get Set Leeds Local as
With National Children’s Day 2025 having recently taken place, we’re looking to the future in this month’s article, as Greg Potter, Head of Member Experience at Leeds Credit Union, explains everything you need to know about the benefits of setting up savings accounts for your little ones. The benefits of