What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
The Hunslet Club was delighted to welcome Leeds United legend Lucas Radebe this month, as part of a visit delivered in partnership with the Leeds United Foundation. Young people from the Youth Club had the opportunity to meet Lucas, take part in football activities, and enjoy a memorable evening in
England take on Ghana on Tuesday 23 June, and official FIFA World Cup 2026 and Leeds United partner Hisense, which is headquartered in Millshaw, is hosting a unique watch party and multi-screen viewing experience at Elland Road. Patrick Bamford and Kalvin Phillips will be attending the watch-party for pre-match Q&A,
One of the most significant development opportunities in the country has taken another major step forward today (19 May 2026), as key partners unite to deliver a multi-billion-pound transformation of the 40-acre site surrounding Elland Road stadium, ensuring real benefits for the city. West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has formally
Holbeck Together welcomed representatives from over 30 Leeds-based businesses and key stakeholders to the third official meeting of the Holbeck Together Business Alliance—marking a year of growing collaboration between the charity and the city’s business community. The Alliance, launched in 2025, continues to bring together organisations committed to reducing inequality,
On Saturday (18 April 2026), a charity neighbouring Elland Road, Holbeck Together, was celebrated as Leeds United off the pitch as the team defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0 in the Premier League on the pitch. Holbeck is one of the most deprived areas in the city and in the UK, where
A signed football shirt worn by a Leeds United player during a Remembrance Day match is to be auctioned off to raise money for Leeds West Hunslet Salvation Army to help support vulnerable people in the community. Donated by Leeds United Football Club, the shirt was worn, and has been
Councillors on the City Plans Panel voted overwhelmingly to support Leeds United’s planning application to expand the capacity of its Elland Road stadium at their meeting yesterday (8 January 2026). As we reported in December the plans will see the stadium capacity increased from 37,645 to 53,000 and sees a
Leeds United’s planning application to expand their Elland Road stadium will go to the City Plans Panel on Thursday 8 January for a decision by councillors. The report by officers recommends that the plans are approved subject to a s106 Agreement that will see the club paying for highways upgrades,
Holbeck Together today announced the official launch of the Holbeck Together Business Alliance, a new partnership initiative bringing together businesses from across Leeds to support the charity’s mission to reduce inequality, strengthen community resilience, and expand opportunity for residents in Holbeck. Since coming together in June this year to hear
Plans to expand Leeds United’s stadium are yet to be approved as work continues to resolve parking and road safety issues. Seating capacity at Elland Road would eventually rise to 53,000 under plans to redevelop the ground. It was hoped a planning application for the scheme would be decided by