What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Last month we learned about the film pioneer Louis Le Prince, but another famous man lived at the house by Leeds Bridge. Jabez Tunnicliff was born on 7 February 1809, his father John Tunnicliff had a family of 22 children and was by trade a boot and shoe maker in
Heritage Open Days, the historical festival now in its 22nd year, throws open the doors to historic buildings and particularly those that are normally closed to the public. Amongst the 106 events taking place between Thursday 8 and Sunday 11 September, we have listed the eight events happening in LS10
The oldest non-conformist chapel in Leeds still being used for worship is in Hunslet and it’s opening its doors to show off its recent refurbishment. Hunslet Baptist Church nestles between the Carphone Warehouse and McDonalds on Low Road – the busy A61. It will be open as part of
It’s time for Hunslet and Holbeck to be seen for the value they have given Leeds. That was one of the messages coming out of a special heritage meeting held at Leeds Town Hall. The Hunslet and Holbeck Heritage Project met to celebrate the 19th century indistrial heritage of the
The next meeting of the Hunslet & Holbeck Heritage Project will take place today at Hunslet Baptist Church (1pm – 3pm). The project, which is being run by the University of Leeds, is looking to secure funding for a major project to explore the history and heritage of Hunslet. More details
Regular South Leeds Life contributor Deacon Al Henry sends us the following details of Lenten lunches and services in the Middleton, Belle Isle and Hunslet areas: LENT Stations of the Cross Meditation & other services 2012 Ash Wednesday 22nd February St. Cross 10am & 7pm St. Phillip’s 9am St. Peter’s