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Hello and welcome to this month’s Covered – the magazine for the Leeds suburbs. Many readers will now be counting down the days until the kids are back at school. I can almost hear a collective sigh of relief from parents and grandparents who’ve spent recent weeks juggling keeping the kids happy with other commitments. You might then be interested in our education feature and the advertisers who have supported it. You’ll find ideas and inspiration for keeping the kids minds sharp and active. You might remember last month we ran a short article asking for information on a ‘street artist’ photographer Ivor Hughes had snapped in Leeds city centre? We were subsequently called and emailed by a number of people giving us details. More importantly, the artist himself came forward to tell us his story. We’ve included the outcome in this month’s edition. This month you may notice some changes to the way we feature our advertisers. We first toyed with the
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Leventhorpe Vineyard When picturing a banquet attended by royalty, it’s probably fair to say that most people wouldn’t imagine the wine served to be from Yorkshire, let alone from Leeds. But that’s exactly what happened in February 2013 when Leventhorpe’s Madeleine Angevine 2010 was served at a reception and dinner hosted by The Worshipful Company of Vintners in the City of London, with HRH The Duchess of Cornwall in attendance.
Leventhorpe Vineyard must be one of Leeds’ best kept secrets. This multi award-winning 5 acre site was established by George and Janet Bowden as a commercially producing single estate vineyard in 1985, making it one of the few within the city’s boundaries. Not that George seems keen to boast about the many awards and accolades, he’s just happy doing his thing.
When I first arrive, I find George relaxing in the shade at the bottom of the site. On such a beautifully sunny day this puzzles me a little, until we venture higher up, amongst the vines. The heat and humidity hits me and it’s like being instantly transported to the warmer climes of Italy or Southern France and the story behind George buying this field becomes apparent. In a former
life, George was a chemistry teacher and it was on a snowy trip to an examination board meeting that he had driven past the field and noticed how its southfacing slope had caught the sun, allowing the snow to melt before that of the surrounding fields. This sheltered slope now helps protect the vines against spring frosts, and the well-drained, hungry soil is free-draining and warms quickly. The site is between 18 and 26 metres above sea level and the soil is sandy loam overlying sand and broken sandstone which also leads down to the River Aire, thus aiding drainage. Rumour has it that George used to teach his former pupils how to make wine in an attempt to make chemistry more interesting. It’s a practice which wouldn’t, perhaps, be allowed in schools today but it’s this knowledge which landed him this prime site when it happened to come up for auction several years later.
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Of course, wine growing in Yorkshire is not new. The Cistercian monks of Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds and the Benedictines at St Mary’s Abbey, York, had been making wine successfully up to the 16th century. One of the many facts I learnt whilst wandering the vines with George. In fact, it would be easy to mistake this
friendly chap as a former history teacher as he reveals fact after fact about the history of the area and the influence of the Romans upon it. The influence is ongoing, it would seem, as the motto emblazoned onto Leventhorpe’s bottles is ‘pretium victoriae’, which originates from a comment made by Tacitus to justify the
monetary cost of conquering Britain. Loosely translated, it means “worth the cost’ or ‘worth the effort’, a phrase which seems suited to George since all of his hard ward and ambition is now paying off. George first developed a taste for wine whilst working in California in the late 1960’s and it would be some years before he realised his dream of actually making wine. Now others are following the example set by George and Janet and there are other Yorkshire vineyards to be found, mainly in the Vale of York. George seems to largely maintain the vineyard himself. Janet takes care of the administrative side of things. There is no website and there are no mobile phones to be found here, just George and his vines. That is until harvesting time, when a trusty team of local housewives and elderly gentlemen descend to help pick the fruit. All of the wines produced at Leventhorpe
“Leventhorpe Vineyard relies heavily on word of mouth and recommendations and if you’d like to do your bit to support local business, whilst treating yourself to a nice bottle over a meal, or celebrating with a bottle of sparkling, then Leventhorpe wines can be found in local stockists.”
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are made in the vineyard in which they are grown and the purpose built winery enables control of the wine making process, in turn preserving the wines’ unique character and identity. The wines are given a long fermentation to preserve nose and delicacy and I’m told that the Madeleine Angevine will last for quite a while, once opened, which contradicts information given for other box standard white wines. It’s a rich and varied wine, with a new flavour leaping out with every delicate mouthful; fruity apricots and peaches initially, followed by fennel and a slight smoky aftertaste. There are also reds and a rose, and the Leventhorpe Sparkling has attracted a lot of attention too, with its complex apple and biscuit flavours, whilst TV wine guru and author Oz Clarke is a big fan of the Seyval 2001, singling it out in a blind taste test. Chef Rick Stein has also heaped praise upon the vineyard, which he recommended in his guide. In fact, the list of recommendations goes on and on‌ Wines of the Week in the Daily Telegraph 2006, Financial Times 2007, The Independant, features in the BBC’s Countryfile magazine as well as Olive and Decanter magazines. And in July 2007, Leventhorpe received an official visit from HRH The Duke of Kent in connection with the pioneering work made in terms of the reintroduction of commercial wine growing to Yorkshire. Leventhorpe Vineyard relies heavily on word of mouth and recommendations and if you’d like to do your bit to support local business, whilst treating yourself to a nice bottle over a meal, or celebrating with a bottle of sparkling, then Leventhorpe wines can be found in local stockists. These include Latitude in Leeds, Cairns and Hickey Wines in Leeds and also Fodder in Harrogate. And if you fancy visiting the vineyard itself for a tasting, don’t expect to find a chateau but more of a deluxe, though perfectly adequate, shed. But hey‌ this is Yorkshire, after all. Leventhorpe welcomes visitors and are open most days, though it is best to check beforehand if travelling a distance. Monday to Saturday 11am to 4pm Sunday: Noon to 4pm. Contact Details: Leventhorpe Vineyard Bullerthorpe Lane Woodlesford. LS26 8AF tel: 0113 2889088 email: info@leventhorpevineyard.co.uk
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Buy local, buy seasonal – game on! Lishman’s of Ilkley For some four decades, Lishman’s butchers in Ilkley have been providing superb quality meat and meat products. These days, the range is vast – including an array of ovenready meals and cooked meats and pies. Pies and sausages have won a slew of awards and David Lishman has led a team of butchers competing in the TriNations Challenge, an annual event pitting Britain against Australia and New Zealand. NZ are current champions, but David is hoping to lead a revenge attack in due course... The watchword is quality and food miles are at a minimum. Meat is sourced locally and the knowledgeable staff can fill you in. All meat products and dishes are made on the premises by experts; David Lishman sees butchery as a craft and standards
are high, displaying a profound respect for the raw material. Lishman’s belongs to the Q brand of the best butchers in the country and customer loyalty is strong. The shop has a numbered ticket system for serving – a great idea as it allows customers to browse all the mouth-watering displays instead of standing in a queue. It is doubtless also good for business as this is the place where the “don’t shop when hungry” idea could well have originated! Each day sees a list of specials for sandwiches and picnics and there is a back-up selection of wines and preserves from around the world to complement any choice. Another service offered is a series of butchery courses, letting customers into some trade secrets. Coming up in November, for example, is a session on curing a ham for Christmas. The website, as well as giving masses of detail about the business and its operations, has “how to” sections. Here you can (for example) learn how to joint a chicken or butterfly a leg of lamb for the barbecue, while keeping the shank for braising.
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Seasonal fare is of course what buy local is all about. At Lishman’s just now, you will find salt marsh lamb and game. The lamb comes from the west – over the border in Lancashire – and the game, courtesy of the Glorious Twelfth, from the Yorkshire Moors. A feast in store. Check the website lishmansofilkey.co.uk or lishmansonline.co.uk
Making Friends with Courgettes
after 20). Some of the baste will gather in the bottom and this can be mopped up with ciabatta bread or similar.
Unfamiliar with courgettes? Here’s an easy recipe that won’t break the bank or spoil the rest of the meal
The cost per portion is around 30p and the additional preparation time under 10 minutes. The dish is extremely versatile and can be served cold, as part of a salad. Cheese or cooked bacon can be added before or after. Substitute garlic butter for the oil and lemon, top with parsley et voilà - an inexpensive vegetarian substitute for snails.
Courgettes are small varieties of the marrow family. Unlike the marrow, they don’t need peeling, scraping or stuffing and, being smaller, can be a side dish rather than the backbone of the meal. They have a delicate texture and slightly nutty flavour. They are cheap and easy to grow (too late this year) and remain in season until the first frost. They are popular in Italian cooking, which is why we also know them as zucchini. This recipe is as simple as they come. To make a
If you’ve never tried courgettes at home then this is an easy way to start
small side dish to a roast or any other meal from an oven already running at gas 4 or 5 (180/190C). Top and tail one courgette (around 200g) per two people – or one each if you’re feeling adventurous. Dice into 1 - 2cm cubes. Place in a small bowl and stir in enough olive oil and lemon juice to coat them. Place in a shallow dish, or individual serving dishes. Pop in the oven for 30 minutes (check
The internet has a wealth of more ornate recipes, though some likely to overwhelm the delicate flavour. BBC Radio Leeds’ Joe Maiden offers good advice on varieties, flavours and cultivation in the January 2011 issue of Kitchen Garden (viewable online).
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GET RUGBY FIT! As we move into September it will be one year until the Rugby Union World Cup heads to the UK and, more importantly, the city of Leeds. Elland Road is hosting two games at the World Cup in which fans can see the USA take on both Scotland and Italy. Every major sporting event aims to leave a legacy, when Wimbledon is on tennis courts are taken over, when the Tour De France came to Yorkshire the roads had more cyclists than cars and come the kick of the Rugby World Cup you’ll find yourself wanting to join the nearest team whilst dreaming of having your own World Cup moment. Before that happens though, you’ll need to get fit and ready for the high impact collision sport that is rugby and the good news is, you have a full year to do so! One person that knows exactly what it takes to get ready for elite competition is England Women’s Rugby U20s winger, Emma Harbage, and she has some top tips to help get you in the shape of your life. A typical day of training for Emma when at an England training camp sees her
spending 12+ hours each day tackling anything and everything from hydration testing to video analysis – of course this isn’t expected of you! However, the physical training you will do is very similar but will require dedication and discipline; two things the sport is famous for. Emma, who is also a Fitness Instructor at Trinity Fitness, states that the main areas needed to be worked on are speed, conditioning, strength and power. Speed and conditioning can be improved by applying sessions suitable for each specific area. Conditioning requires you to work at maximum intensity with a short rest whereas speed training requires maximum intensity over short distances with maximum rest, focusing on technique. Strength and power can be developed in the gym by doing weight training and body weight exercises but all of these skills will further develop by playing the sport itself. Emma recommends that you work on all of the above areas as part of a balanced training programme to see weekly improvements on each section, however, training without the right
nutrition is a recipe for disaster. All athletes, even amateurs, require a healthy balanced diet which includes, high intakes of protein for recovery and growth, carbohydrates for energy and fruits and vegetables to aid general good health. After any intense session, Emma recommends consuming a high protein snack or protein shake to aid the recovery process and, as with all exercise, issues a reminder that hydration is of optimum importance. If an athlete is not suitably hydrated then their performance will suffer, their strength and speed will be dramatically affected and fatigue will set in significantly quicker. It is also important to rehydrate after exercising too not just during, as you need to replace fluid and minerals lost through sweat. It may be a year until the world cup, but the benefits of playing rugby and joining a team are endless. Don’t wait until the hype sets in, get involved, get in the shape of your life and reap the rewards now. Written by Daniel Roberts (@DannyRoberts74)
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Spike your lawn evenly with a garden fork before applying an autumn lawn fertiliser.
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a black rather than a yellow bill, whilst robins are paler than ours with a more faded red on the breast.
Early autumn is the time when our summer visitors, many of them this year’s young, start their long and often perilous journey south to their wintering grounds.
For a chance to see migration in action, check out your local RSPB reserve, or join the Leeds Local RSPB Group on one of our coach trips (more info at www.rspb.org.uk/ groups/leeds).
British swallows spend the winter in South Africa, and cover almost 200 miles a day, some crossing the Sahara Desert on the way. Migrating birds may succumb to hunger or exhaustion, or, even to trapping and hunting in the Mediterranean. They need to fatten up for the journey ahead, with small birds such as warblers switching their diet from insects to fruits, and becoming twice their normal body weight by the time they set off. In your garden, watch out for any unusual visitors, which could be migrants stopping off to refuel, such as the tiny bright yellow juvenile willow warbler. However it’s not just long distance migrants that are on the move at the moment. Many garden birds are also “partial migrants”.
Our population of blackbirds, greenfinches and chaffinches is swollen each year by migrants from continental Europe and Scandinavia, where the winters are harsher than in the UK. Five million pairs of blackbirds breed in the UK, but up to 15 million birds spend the winter here! Continental blackbirds are easy to pick out, as they have
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NEWS FROM LPS The Leeds Photographic Society is embarking on a new season packed with visiting speakers, competitions and more. The events start on 2nd September, when the society will host a talk by revered East Yorkshire photographer Pat Reed DPAGB, who will be presenting a range of his prints and explaining his approach to photography. Examples of Pat's highly artistic work can be seen on his website: www.jandpreedphotography.co.uk This will be followed the following week by the judging of the 'Summer Assignment' in which members are asked to present a panel of three prints of cute subjects entitled 'The Ahh
'Lady Coming In' by Tim Munsey which featured in the top 5 of a recent knockout competition.
Factor'. September 16th will feature round one of the society’s annual competition series, on the set theme of transport and later in the month will see an evening of critique in which members may submit images for comment and advice by a panel of experienced photographers.
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Councillors Comments: Moortown The new Inner North East Community Committee has now had its first meeting and we are pleased to announce we have already committed over £37,000 towards various projects in the area. The new committees will seek to engage with the local community to ensure their services are tailored to meet their needs. Local charities, community groups and businesses will be nominated to join us and other Councillors on the committee to ensure as many people as possible have a chance to discuss and shape the priorities for the area. Cllr Hamilton has been voted in as the chair of the committee and is looking forward to the next year as Community Committees receive greater responsibility for delivering and overseeing local services such as street cleaning and park maintenance. Projects to receive funding include Moor Allerton Elderly
The first meeting of The Inner North East Community Committee
Care, who have been granted £2500 for a project helping older people to volunteer in their neighbourhoods. We have also provided funding to improve changing rooms at Potternewton Park and the Street Works Soccer Academy for their work helping children to get involved in local football teams. The next meeting of the Committee will take place on 6th October at the Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Centre, 311 Stonegate Road LS17. We encourage everyone to come along to the meeting, where will be discussing issues such
to contact your Councillor please call: Cllr Hamilton 07950 057877 0113 2474578 (Office) 0113 2495753 (Home) sharon.hamilton@leeds.gov.uk Cllr Charlwood 0113 2476922 (Office) 0113 2034132 (Home) rebecca.charlwood@ leeds.gov.uk Cllr Sobel 07973 397212 0113 2476922 (Office) alex.sobel@leeds.gov.uk
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Councillors Comments: Councillors Comments: Chapel Allerton alwoodley Towards the end of July, Dan Cohen, Neil Buckley and I were invited to an event to mark the end of Ramadan. There were Christian, Jewish and Sikh clerics there along with councillors and we learned about the significance of the festival and the ways of celebrating it. One of the most remarkable traditions is for members of the Muslim community to bring food to the centre for it to be passed on to those who need it. We saw hundreds of tins, bottles and jars of food and we asked how it was to be apportioned. We were surprised. The Muslim leaders were going to take all the food to the new foodbank in the Methodist chapel at the far end of Alwoodley, on the Cranmer/Deanswood estate. After that it would be distributed with all the other donations to the foodbank, and the donors would have no say in who it went to. The gifts from the Muslim people of north Leeds will be passed to anyone of any faith or none who qualified under the food bank guidelines. Odds and ends – councillors have been given £1,000 per ward to support events that mark the start of the First World War - contact us if we can help; the Medical Centre is back to 100% certainty after a little wobble in the spring; Neil and I are going to talk to the manager of Tesco about the parking around the King Lane store – we have LCC Highways on the case already but if anyone has a practical and affordable solution I am sure we can arrange the freedom of the city for them. Cllr Peter Harrand T: 0113 3951741 E: Peter.Harrand@leeds.gov.uk
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ALWOODLEY CHESS CLUB’S HARRY LI TO TAKE ON THE WORLD Harry Li, a 16 year old pupil at Leeds Grammar School and a member of Alwoodley Chess Club (ACC), jets off to Durban, South Africa this September where he will represent England in the World Youth Chess Championships. Harry has been playing chess since he was 3 – honing his skill playing a computer opponent. He joined ACC in 2004 and made the England Junior Team by age 11. Paul Gelder, Chair of ACC told Covered: Harry is an outstanding young talent – we’re delighted that he has this opportunity to represent ACC, the Alwoodley community, his school and his cit at this international event. We would like to thank Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley Community Association, Yorkshire Chess Association, Leeds Chess Association and Leeds Chess Congress for their support. Further thanks must go to members of Alwoodley Chess Club for their support with funding. We wish Harry every success in this event”. If you’d like to find more about playing chess, for fun or competitively, in the Leeds area then visit: http://alwoodleychessclub.x10.mx/index.htm for further information. Harry with ACC’s Paul Gelder.
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Friends of Wigton Moor Woods This is an active community group working to improve the woodland and green spaces which remain of the former Moss Plantation between the High Ash/ Plantations and Shadwell Lane housing areas. It aims to provide attractive woodland and routes to encourage walking as an alternative to using local roads to connect to the school and other amenities. The Friends want to see gateway entrance features and information boards about the area. They also arrange regular litter picks and nature trail walks as well as sprucing up the children’s playground in the Ospreys Park. One recent project is the provision of picnic benches and tables near the playground, for which they applied to the Co-operative Membership Community Fund. The application was successful and a cheque for £1624.80 was duly handed over on 8 August at the High Ash Co-op. Mohammed Ashfaq, store manager, told Covered: “We have a fund to support local groups and we are delighted to be able to help in this case. Over the last ten years, the Fund has donated some £7 million nationwide, making a real difference at local level.” Co-op members can donate their share of the profits to the Community Fund by visiting co-operative.coop or by picking up a leaflet in their local store.
Debbie, Linda and Anne, with Linda Hill and Penny the dog, at the site of the proposed picnic table. Debbie’s son Matthew is enjoying the playground... Handing over the cheque. L-R, Debbie Whittaker (FWMW), Mohammed Ashfaq (store manager), Anne Smith and Linda Lambert (FWMW) and Ken Martin (Co-op Membership Community Fund)
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St Gemma’s Does Vintage In the last issue we featured Scampston Does Vintage – the annual weekend festival near Malton, celebrating all things vintage and retro. Nearer home, and for people looking for bargains fresh to the market, St Gemma’s Hospice in Moortown is holding its next vintage fair on the weekend of 6 and 7 September. Held four times a year, this well established event draws exhibits and exhibitors from a broad base. St Gemma’s present the pick of their own vintage fashion and retro household items, donated though their network of twentytwo charity shops across the whole Leeds area. Specialist dealers from all over the north, and beyond, will also be putting their best stock on display. Then there are other charities doing a little fundraising of their own by offering suitable items donated to them.
It’s all in a very good cause. St Gemma’s Hospice cares for people with terminal illnesses, supporting the both the patients and their families. Making a difference to thousands of Leeds families every year, their work relies on donations of time, money and, here, unwanted items. On the Saturday morning, BBC Radio Leeds’ antiques expert, Leeds auctioneer Gary Don, will be available for valuations. St Gemma’s Vintage Fair - St Gemma’s Hospice, 329 Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds, LS17 6QD from 10am to 4pm on 6 and 7 September
GIVE BLOOD – SAVE A VAMPIRE! Pudsey resident Abbey Bottomley is fundraising on behalf of St Gemma’s Hospice and has set a target of £1000, which she hopes she will achieve by January 2016. Abbey’s main event is a simple one that she hopes will not only raise money for St Gemma’s but will also raise awareness of the need to donate blood too. Give Blood Save A Vampire takes place in January 2016 when Abbey will make her usual blood donation whilst wearing a branded hoodie. To find out more visit: http:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ AbbeyBottomley or follow on twitter: @LeedsVamp
Editor’s note:
I’m delighted to announce that Covered has nominated St Gemma’s Hospice as our ‘Charity of the Year’. This does not mean that we won’t support other worthy causes in the city but it does focus our efforts and therefore offer real benefit for this important Leeds charity. As charity of the year, St Gemma’s will be featured monthly in Covered and we will attend, support and report on many of their activities. The services provided by St Gemma’s are free of charge to patients, families and carers, but are not free to provide. Forecasted annual costs are around £9m, which is raised through donations, legacies, fundraising and the chain of charity shops. To find out more about how you can help, visit www.st-gemma.co.uk
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Ilkley Film Festival Ilkley Film Festival is about to launch the first of a new series of ‘Live Cinema Experiences’ with a day-long programme reflecting on the miners’ strike in its 30th anniversary year. On 7th September Mining Visions: The Miners’ Strike 30 Years On is a day-long event taking place at King’s Hall. It will feature four screenings including Turner Prize-winning artist Jeremy Deller’s The Battle of Orgreave. On 18 June 1984, the Orgreave coking plant in South Yorkshire was witness to one of the strike’s most violent confrontations, beginning in a field and culminating in a dramatic cavalry charge through the local village. The film presents a spectacular re-enactment of that day and features more than 800 participants, including former miners and policemen, reliving the events from 1984. It will be followed by a panel discussion, including filmmakers, firsthand account witnesses and journalists, to debate the effects of the strike on today’s political and economic climate.
IFF From Cannes to Ilkley – see Pride here first!
preview of the critically acclaimed film Pride, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and due to open across the country later this year. Featuring Oscarnominated Imelda Staunton and BAFTA-winning Bill Nighy, Pride is a heart-warming British comedy. Based on a true story from the summer of 1984, Pride tells the story of two communities who form a surprising and triumphant partnership when a group of gay and lesbian activists decides to raise money to support the families of the striking miners. The screening Also showing will be a national will take place in the presence of
Mike Jackson, who was a miner in the strike and is portrayed by Joseph Gilgun (This is England and Emmerdale) in the film.
Leeds Lymphoedema Link
A support group for patients, run by patients, meets quarterly in the Leeds area at St Columba United Reformed Church, 70 Headingley Lane LS6 2DH.
The next meeting (Saturday 6th September 10:30am – 12:30pm) hosts speaker Jacqueline Banks (Clinical Nurse Specialist in Lymphoedema).
Lymphoedema is a condition where the lymphatic drainage system does not function correctly causing the affected limb/s to swell. The condition can occur at any age or be the result of an operation.
Many members of the group have been, or still are, receiving treatment at the Leeds Lymphoedema Service based at the Wharfedale Hospital in Otley or at its clinic at St James in Leeds.
The full programme and tickets are now available online at ilkleyfilmfestival.co.uk, from the Ilkley Visitor Information Centre and by phone on 01943 602319. Investment secured from Film Hub North, led by Showroom Workstation (part of the BFI Film Audience Network), means that this event will be followed by a series of monthly events, all gearing up to Ilkley’s first Christmas Film Festival.
If you’d like to go along then turn up on the day or contact: T: 0113 392 1807 (via the hospital) or direct by e-mail: leedslymphoedemalink@hotmail.co.uk www.lymphoedemaleeds.co.uk
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Dominic King, Street Artist In the last issue we featured a mystery silent street artist our photographer Ivor Hughes had encountered near Leeds Town Hall. Who was he, we asked. Was it street art or performance art – perhaps mime? The artist got in touch; My name is Dominic King. Thank you for showing interest in what I was doing. Can we meet? “Dominic? Hi – how did you get into art?” “Indirectly. After attending Leeds Grammar School I read history at Jesus College, Oxford. After graduation from Oxford I studied Russian at Moscow University. I found language fascinating, along with the thinking at Moscow at the time. The fashionable theory at Oxford had been that something was true only if it could be proven. At Moscow the thinking was that if something had to be proven then it wasn’t true. Direct contradiction. “After Moscow I invented an algorithm to turn chess into music – demonstrating language without using language. When it wasn’t a commercial success I turned to art. But, nine years ago, I developed some health issues which weren’t diagnosed until 2011. One was multiple sclerosis. I look at the extent to which some sufferers are affected and consider myself fortunate.
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“Has my art been a success? I’ve had some commissions and sold some of my work. I have some on exhibit at art and the secret garden café in Headingley. Here are some small prints of some of my work, including a completed version of the one you saw me painting. Why did I ignore you at the time? I find it difficult to interact with strangers. Some are angered by my silence. One took a pencil from me and scribbled all over my work. My response was non-resistance. I took out an eraser, rubbed out their scribble and carried on. He just stood there, not knowing what to say or do. “I’ll think about your suggestion that I might take some formal
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Dominic King with two small prints. Leeds University, on the left, is an early example before he started manipulating perspective. The other, St Anne’s Cathedral, is a completed version of the one we found him sketching in July. The prints had been tucked inside The Poems of Catullus, which he asked to be included in the shot. “The parallel text [Latin and English] is helpful”.
training and gain greater exposure through regular and permanent exhibitions. But my own theory about artists and art is that, if it needs to be taught, it wasn’t there in the first place.” During the hour-plus chat, which wasn’t really as one-sided as condensed above, I handed Dominic the contact details of a Leeds CC supported community arts project not far from where he lives. Neither had been aware of the other. I hope to revisit both, early in the New Year.
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BERTHA FAILS TO BRING DOWN SPIRIT AT BEACONS As the tail-end of Hurricane Bertha whisked through Yorkshire it looked as though Beacons Festival may be brought to an early close. Of course, it takes more than a hurricane to stop us having fun in the North and, after some alterations to scheduling and a health and safety check which saw The Fall literally being dragged off stage halfway through their set, the festival spirit carried on regardless. Beacons is relatively new but,
with thousands attending, it’s already giving some larger festivals a run for their money and was billed by The Times “best for atmosphere.” Set in a lush Yorkshire valley on Heslaker Farm, near Skipton, this friendly festival has everything to make you feel welcome, with an unrivalled selection of food stalls, tea rooms and real ale bars. This is no surprise when you consider the involvement of Belgrave Music Hall, renowned for their regular ‘Street Feast’ event and beer being provided by Whitelocks, and it’s nice to be offered a good choice of real ale, affordably, at a festival. There was an impressive programme of music, arts and culture listed for the weekend too with headline acts including
British Sea Power, Pins, Neneh Cherry and Darkside performing on the main stage, whilst some of Leeds finest bands also reeled in the crowds. Eagulls played to a packed crowd on the Noisey stage. Autobahn were not to be missed and Submotion Orchestra proved a captivating hit. With three under-cover stages, two dance arenas, and smaller events around the site, the crew work really hard to give the festival a unique feel, with installation art dotted around and a vintage big wheel. Beacons is pretty familyfriendly too and offers films and children’s entertainment, in addition to a dedicated camping area. Early bird tickets for 2015 are now on sale. www.greetingsfrombeacons.com
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So you want to play Bridge?
Moor Allerton Sports and Social Centre (MASSC) Stonegate Road, Leeds, LS17 6EL www.leedsbridgeclub.com
Bridge is a card game played by 4 people of any age using thought, patience and strategy. It can be played as a casual social game or a fierce competitive challenge. It is played all over the world to almost the same rules: once you have learnt the basics you can play and enjoy it anywhere. Leeds Bridge Club is your local club; a friendly and lively Club offering the full range of modern Bridge. Visitors and new members are always very welcome. To learn or improve your Bridge, we provide daytime and evening classes for Beginners and above. Play starts at 7.30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, for both Pairs and Teams, with Chicago sessions on Mondays and Thursdays at 10.30am. For the full calendar of events visit www.leedsbridgeclub.com
Coming on your own? We operate a host system on Tuesdays and Thursdays and we will do our best to find a partner for you on other nights as well. Our Club is comfortable and well equipped will full facilities for the disabled, on-site parking and a Bar. Results are available immediately and are published online, together with details of the hands played. You can find us at Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, Stonegate Road, LS17 6EL.
Bridge Classes Friendly relaxed sessions ÂŁ60 for 10-week course or ÂŁ7 per session. No partner required. Please contact a tutor listed below Classes start w/b Monday 29 September 2014
Tuesday: 12.45pm - 3.00pm Improvers Brian Davison 0113 2589824 / briandavison1948@gmail.com Thursday: 1.30am - 3.45pm Beginners Nick Woolven 07445 892452 / nick.woolven.gmail.com Thursday: 7.00pm - 9.15pm Beginners Gill Copeland 0113 2257237 / gillcopeland2@yahoo.co.uk Friday: 10.00am - 12.15pm Improvers Gill Copeland 0113 2257237 / gillcopeland2@yahoo.co.uk Friday: 7.00pm - 9.15pm Improvers Brian Davison 0113 2589824 / briandavison1948@gmail.com
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Pigeons to the rescue – wartime heroics In this WWI commemorative year, it might come as a surprise to know what a vital role was played by pigeons in wartime. They saved thousands of lives and carried crucial messages when radio communications were down. Their uncanny homing instinct allowed them to fly back to their distinctive lofts even when these had been moved with the troops. A moving target is notoriously difficult to hit, so German gunfire was no match for most of the pigeons – the only defence had to be specially trained hawks. Inevitably, however, some did get shot and there are impressive stories of badly wounded birds still managing to fly home and deliver their messages. Many were decorated with the Dickin medal for animal bravery, notably one aptly named Cher Ami (dear friend). She saved 200 men of the 77th American Infantry during the Meuse-Argonne offensive in 1918, despite being shot in the breast, blinded in one eye and with one leg almost severed. For more fascinating stories, check historylearningsite.co.uk
The release is a big operation, with thousands of birds. Shutters are opened at five-second intervals to allow an orderly departure.
The Midlands National Flying Club is a very large organisation, holding regular events for racing pigeons. Its convoyeur, Ian French, contacted the Ilkley-Coutances Twinning Committee earlier this year, seeking a new release site in Normandy. They had used a site at Carentan for a number of years and wished for a change. Ian was able to meet Jean-Paul Madelénat, Chairman of the Coutances committee, during their visit to Ilkley in May and a
site was rapidly agreed. The first release from Coutances will take place on 13 September this year. In memory of pigeon heroics in WWI, a secret message will be carried to the UK – maybe by a pigeon near you! It is hoped that GPS tracking might make it possible to follow the race in real time and that, in the future, races might provide crosscurricular interest for children, notably in primary schools. For more information, see mnfc.org.uk
Friends of Penny Field School, Meanwood forming community links with BUPA & working together Penny Field Special School pupils, staff and parents have been working together to give their Early Years Sensory Garden some major TLC. With community links in place BUPA staff came along for two days to help get the garden looking 100% beautiful again. There was plenty to keep twenty four staff members over two days busy. With painting fences and benches, painting wall murals, weeding and planting. The team also gave even more than expected by helping us clear our school memorial garden. This garden is for parents who have lost a child who attended the school. BUPA also gave so generously by raising £175 from in-house fund raising. They are also continuing to fundraise by mentioning the Just Giving site and the work carried out in their own magazine.
The pupils at Penny Field School love the school garden and will enjoy it each day – support them if you can!
For further information how you can be involved please contact: Sacha – Lead of Parents and Friends of Penny Field School. Find on Facebook: Friends of Penny Field School Just Giving: www.justgiving.com/fpf Email: pfopfs@gmail.com
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Our photographer took half a dozen shots to make sure he got this one. Meanwhile, all of Jeevan’s landed on the green ...
Eight Years Old Leeds Golf Prospect Competing at St Andrews! Here at Covered magazine we’re always delighted to hear about local sporting success. Sometimes, of course, we have to take it with a pinch of salt. “What - your eight year old grandson has already won sixteen golfing trophies, has a full course adult handicap of 20 and is soon to represent the region at a junior tournament at St Andrews? You do mean St Andrews in Scotland, don’t you ...” Well, in the case of one young prospect playing at Leeds Golf Centre, near Wike, the answer is indeed yes to all three. Eightyears-old Jeevan, pictured, first had a go at golf when he was two years old – the same age as Tiger
Woods, allegedly. With a putter. The following year he had his first junior set including wedge and driver. But he had to wait until he was five before playing his first round proper, that on the “par three” course at LGC. The course academy manager, then Nigel Sweet, noticed Jeevan’s “sweet swing” and his ability to read and play the game. Jeevan was but five when granddad decided that the time had come for professional coaching; “I’d taken him as far as I could”. Obligingly, Jeevan went on to win his first junior tournament in 2012 – the first of sixteen trophies to date. At the time Jeevan’s granddad Jaspal, pictured, invited us to see Jeevan practising at LGC, they were soon to depart for the national finals of the annual Wee Wonders Grand Final at St Andrews. Competing in those finals is by qualification, not invitation or
subscription. Jeevan had won his place at a regional qualifying event. Watch this space. Apart from playing golf or training for 40 hours per week during the holidays, Jeevan is an otherwise quite normal eight year old. He enjoys football, cricket and tennis, watching rugby league (hero Rhinos Ryan Hall) and loves his PlayStation FIFA and Tiger Woods games in particular. His favourite subjects at school are PE and maths. Both useful if you want to return a good score card which adds up.
Editor’s note: We’ll keep readers posted if young Jeevan goes on to even greater things. Please let us know if you are aware of any other young achievers, and not necessarily in the field of sport.
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NEWS FROM ALWOODLEY PARISH COUNCIL Due to re-organisation, Alwoodley is now part of the Wetherby Neighbourhood Policing Team joining Harewood, Shadwell, Moortown and other places on the Alwoodley/ Shadwell side of the Ring Road. We also come under the remit of the Wetherby Crime Panel. Cold Calling has long been a problem for local residents and Cold Calling Zones are, for various reasons, proving difficult to set up. However we have been given a supply of small labels for residents to put on their front doors to discourage unwanted callers, also attached is another label with a reminder to check the caller. Please contact us if you would like one. We are pleased to see that the beautiful weather has, of course, encouraged many people to use the Village Green for playing, picnicking or just sitting and reading. However, with the extra use comes extra litter and during nice weather they tend to fill up more quickly than they can be emptied. If the bins are full, please take your litter home with you! We know that most of you already do.
The wild flower bed on Alwoodley Village Green, funded by APC
After many comments by residents about how lovely the wild flowerbed down by Sainsbury's was last year, the Parish Council decided to fund three within the Parish this year and we are pleased that they are looking absolutely stunning. We have noticed several people taking photographs and have already received quite a few compliments. Our WW1 flowerbed is also looking pretty and the new bench has now been installed and already appears to be well used.
The results of the Neighbourhood Plan Survey sent out with our Spring Newsletter are now starting to be collated.This involves a lot of work by the Neighbourhood Plan Working Party (or Steering Group) as we had such a large response, and we will be giving details in a future article. Meanwhile, if there is anything you would like to see in your part of the Parish please get in touch, we would like to hear your ideas. Your Parish Councillors www.alwoodleyparishcouncil.org
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Precious Pets: Keeping them Happy & Healthy If you keep finding yourself reaching for a bit of paper to fan yourself cool, then think about how your poor pets are feeling! Our fluffy felines and sprightly pooches may love sunning themselves, but it's up to their loving owners to make sure they don't overheat or risk harming their health! Here are some important things to remember:
Give 'em a good brush & trim Although cats are known for grooming themselves, they still require a good brush every now and then to remove any excess fur, which may otherwise overheat them. This will also help to keep their coat healthy. The same applies for your pups, particularly
Animals love to bask in the warm sun but you may need to follow some basic precautions.
longer coated ones. Do keep them trimmed, but don't go mad! Their fur still prevents sunburn and helps regulate body temperature. Groom your pets at the very least once a week - it's great for bonding too!
Do use sunscreen! Our pets are just as vulnerable to
sunburn as we are, and can lead to the big C in cats and dogs: skin cancer. Apply sunscreen to any hairless areas like dogs' bellies and cats' ears, noses and around eyes. Purchase pet-specific sun lotion for the best protection and to avoid any reactions.
Water & walks: when & how? It's probably obvious that your pets need a nice fresh, cool bowl of water available for them, but don't be tempted to spray them down with cold water if you notice they're getting overheated - the sudden temperature change can shock them. A damp towel will work better. Likewise, you might relish the idea of taking out your dog when the day is bright and warm, but avoid walking during the hottest hours (between 11-3). Hot pavements will hurt their paws and dogs who struggle with panting are at risk. For further advice please consult your veterinary practice or visit www.rspca.org.uk
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WHITE CLOTH GALLERY Once, Leeds was famed for its industrial heritage. Nowadays, it’s undergoing something of a cultural revolution, as galleries and cafe bars spring up in ornate, disused buildings across the city. White Cloth Gallery opened over a year ago and is tucked away on Aire Street, just two minutes from the railway station. First and foremost, this is a versatile gallery space for photography and film artists to showcase their work, but it’s also a fully licensed café and bar, which is billed as ‘a cool and vibrant urban retreat.’ It’s a fitting description and the venue is popular for after work drinks, chilled out lunches and leisurely days off. White Cloth Gallery is the brainchild of creative directors Peter Dench and Sharon Price and this Leeds based events space has a ‘vision to support the artistic community, encourage creativity and work alongside other local arts organisations to aid the city’s development as a cultural centre’. In short, to display established artists alongside emerging talent to create a varied viewing experience. Previous exhibitions have included the late fashion photographer Brian Duffy’s David Bowie images and Gered Mankowitz’s
exhibition ‘The Jimmy Hendrix experience’. Currently on show is ‘Glastonbury’ by acclaimed photographer Venetia Dearden. This work was first shown at the National Portrait Gallery in London and shows how Dearden documented the people of Glastonbury Festival, over a period of six years, in her portable studio. White Cloth Gallery is an unusual space. Upon first entering, you arrive in the modern bar area, which appears comfortable, but small. However, venture a little
further back and you will find the next area, decorated with velvet drapes and Chesterfield sofas. Even further back are the two main gallery spaces, also with seating. It’s a venue which just seems to keep on giving and it’s nice to be able to wander leisurely through the artwork,
“Due to the flexibility of its space, the Gallery can easily be divided up and is a popular venue for a range of functions from corporate events”
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glass in hand, before finding a comfortable spot to read one of the many art books or chat with friends. Due to the flexibility of its space, the Gallery can easily be divided up and is a popular venue for a range of functions from corporate events to weddings and parties and is
accessible for wheelchairs and offers on-site catering. The Gallery is also home to Leeds only schooner bar. A schooner is two thirds of a pint and the selection of craft ales are served from a bespoke designed back bar system. There is also a nice selection of unusual cask ales, classic spirits and wine sourced from the award winning Liberty of London. The range of cocktails are also unique to White Cloth Gallery and were designed by the head mixologist here. The cafe bar serves food all day, from breakfast through to dinner, and offers a selection of home-made pizzas, salads and sandwiches. They also operate a loyalty card system and staff are friendly and welcoming with the music generally ambient, adding to the relaxed air of the place. For more information visit www.whiteclothgallery,com
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42 Education
EDUCATION, EDUCATION, EDUCATION A significant percentage of our lives are spent in education. Thus, it's important to get the most out of education by making younger people's journey through it a smooth, stressfree, and most importantly an enjoyable experience. We are all unique and learn at our own pace, and there are numerous institutes which will nourish younger people's blossoming capabilities, guide them while they grow, and provide supplementary support for those who need that little extra stimulation to achieve their full potential. For facilitating their development, independent schooling will prove successful if you discover an institute dedicated to its pupils' progress. The structure of classes and methods of teaching are often more organized, which streamlines students' learning, more disciplinary to prevent bullying and other anti-social issues, and smaller classes means students have a better opportunity to receive attention from their tutor. Moreover, private institutes often offer numerous extracurricular opportunities, such as music, dancing, clubs, sports, and art. This
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will not only increase the breadth of students' abilities, but will also provide them with the chance to interact with other students outside of studious classrooms and develop their social skills, which will be immensely beneficial for almost every career choice. Most importantly, students will gain confidence and learn to express themselves creatively. Many independent schools resolve to preserve pupils' unique personalities and nourish their passions. Jane Archer - who commented on her experience with private education in a Telegraph article - stated that: "What seems even more vital than education is that a child enjoys their school days and grows up as an individual, rather than being stuck in a system that treats children as numbers and awards merit on exam results." For those students who need a little extra guidance, there are
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learn at our own pace, and there are numerous institutes which will nourish younger people's blossoming capabilities
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have extraordinary, untapped potential. Kumon approaches each child as an individual and helps them develop their maths and English skills, which will benefit children's academic years as a whole and pave the way for a bright future.
several opportunities available for extracurricular tutoring, particularly for English and maths. Children are the future, so it is always worth investing in their education and improving their understanding of key subjects, which will alleviate feelings of confusion, boost their self-esteem, and aid their success. If your child is struggling with Maths or English in school, the knock-on effect to their general confidence, and other subjects, can be obvious. Kip McGrath offers excellent tutoring for both primary and secondary students in various subjects, and also provide preparation for SATs and GCSEs. Their free educational assessment will pinpoint areas where students can improve and develop an individual learning programme, offering students the best learning process possible: one which caters to their individual learning style. It is Kip McGrath's goal to improve pupils' confidence, self-
With a primary and secondary education that cultivates their talents, students will be ready to recognise their potential and whether they'd like to advance their capabilities in further education, for which there are many opportunities across the city. worth, and most importantly help them achieve their full potential. Likewise, Kumon's aim is "for each and every child to become an independent, advanced learner, with a positive attitude to study." Their motto is that learning is for the long run and believe that children
Those considering an academic route have some of the country’s best options available to them. Leeds University, Leeds Met (soon to be renamed Leeds Beckett) and Leeds Trinity University are all highly regarded institutions. For more practical learning, Leeds City College and Leeds College of Building offer excellent vocational courses.
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46 Blast from the Past
Before it’s too Late... Leeds Library and Information Services image archive, LEODIS, has a wealth of images covering a wide variety of topics. We’ve never had a problem finding images to support past articles such as Leeds’ Coat of Arms, food banks (soup kitchens) or trams and trolley buses. Until now, looking for an image to support an article about the onset of WWI. Searches for infantry, recruits, recruitment and regiments drew blanks. Why might that be? Perhaps the papers were discouraged or even prevented from reporting everyday news that might have indicated how depleted our forces were at the time. The only suitable image that popped up from the Leodis archive is the one shown. Taken around the start of WWI, it is labelled as W Maxwell, a 9th Hussar from Meanwood killed at The Battle of Mons in August 1914. Hoping to be able to add more detail, we took a look at online records provided by National Archives (1911 Census and military service), Commonwealth War Graves Commission and Canterbury Cathedral (home of 9th Hussars’ memorial). Oops. William Maxwell died in 1915. It was his brother Arthur who was killed at Mons. Records also showed that the Maxwell family moved from 1 Parkside, Meanwood, to 9
National Archives online records are a wealth of research material
Leeds Library and Information Services image archive, LEODIS, has a wealth of images covering a wide variety of topics. We’ve never had a problem finding images to support past articles such as Leeds’ Coat of Arms, food banks (soup kitchens) or trams and trolley buses. Until now, looking for an image to support an article about the onset of WWI. Searches for infantry, recruits, recruitment and regiments drew blanks. Why might that be? Perhaps the papers were discouraged or even prevented from reporting everyday news that might have indicated how depleted our forces were at the time.
Stainbeck Road, Chapel Allerton, at some point between the 1911 Census and the time when the sons’ deaths were recorded. Quite often, similar moves between different cities can throw researchers right off the scent. But here the records were complete and consistent.
And the point is? The recently published book about casualties from Thorner, a booklet about those from Adel, the revision of the roll of honour in Horsforth and the recent identification of all
war dead from Bramley, Rodley and Stanningley have involved a great deal of research not always based on records as comprehensive as the WWI records held for the Maxwell family. So, the researchers have to be congratulated for their tenacity. Most post-WWI records are still under wraps, including the 1921 Census and virtually all crucial WWII service details. Anyone spotting any anomalies in these or any similar registers, or who has information they can usefully add, should speak up now – while corrections can still be made.
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Made in Leeds: Zone Caravans Leeds is the UK's third largest manufacturing centre outside of London - with over 1,700 manufacturing companies and around 30,000 people employed. The city supplies a vast variety of products to its local population and beyond. In forthcoming editions we'll take a look at some of the innovative companies that have made Leeds their home. This month, Covered takes a look at a business that has been providing holiday-goers with fantastic, handbuilt luxury caravans for many years: Zone Caravans. Manufactured in Sherburn In Elmet their products are "designed with care, built to last, and made to love." Their workforce has a combined 60 years of experience in vehicle conversions, which together with their manufacturing facility and high-tech machinery guarantees excellent custom-made caravans. Zone Caravans are inspired by 1930's Teardrop trailers - modernising an old classic - and created with a passion for the outdoors. Interiors are designed to be homely, creating a cosy setting for those
Zone Caravan's pitch at the Great Yorkshire Show
planning to sleep beneath the stars. The caravans contain sophisticated, traditional-designed heating appliances, roomy sleeping areas, and efficient kitchens at the rears. Customers are given the freedom to let their imagination flourish when designing their caravan. Beginning with one of their beautiful base models, Zone Caravan offers an extensive range of colours, designs, and finishes to choose from. Whether it's bright pinks or patriotic Union Jacks, their incredible custom-designed exteriors are tailored to customers' preferences and created with the greatest attention and care. Most importantly, Zone Caravans take pride in creating unique products and their build quality. They design their caravans with superior materials to ensure that they will last, and they travel across Europe and the United States to research and pursue new innovative ideas. Their products are modern, compact, affordable, easy-to-use and easyto-tow, dedicatedly providing those who share their love for the great outdoors with high quality, custom tailored, long lasting caravans. Presenting the public with the perfect opportunity to see their exceptional caravans for themselves, Zone Caravans have showcased them at numerous exhibits, shows, and festivals, where their stands are always busy. Busfest, C4R-FEST, the Caravan and Motorhome Show (in both Manchester and Glasgow), and most recently the Great Yorkshire Show are a few of many that they have attended. In October 2013, they were invited to the Caravan Club Awards where they were presented with the "Best Teardrop Style Caravan" award, and now proudly exhibit their award-winning model, the "PINK ZONE", at the festivals and shows they attend. Zone Caravans' innovation and dedication yields hard-earned, welldeserved success and are truly exemplary. If you want to recommend an innovative Leeds based manufacturer that you'd like us to visit, please let the editor know: chris@coveredmagazine.net or call: 0113 274 5639
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OAKWOOD FARMERS MARKET
Around the Oakwood Clock (junction of Oakwood Lane/Roundhay Road/ Princes Avenue/Wetherby Road) 3rd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com
OTLEY FARMERS MARKET
Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
SKIPTON FARMERS MARKET
Skipton Canal Basin, BD23 1st Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
Food, Drink & Farmers Markets BRIGGATE FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET
Briggate, Leeds City Centre 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month 10am-4pm
CHAPEL ALLERTON FARMERS MARKET Three Hulats Pub, 13 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3NB Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
CHIPPENDALES INDOOR MARKET
The Old Grammar School, Manor Square, Otley, LS21 3AY Last Sunday of the month, 9am-3pm Chippendale's Indoor market is a market run inside the gallery. With over 15 traders selling anything from jams, pickles, chilled meats and crafts its well worth visiting.
DESIGNER CRAFT FAIR
Otley Courthouse, LS21 3AN Last Sunday of the month 9.30am-1pm. Lovely handmade crafts, fairtrade tea, coffee & yummy snacks www. otleycourthouse.org.uk
GRASSINGTON FARMERS MARKET
Grassington Village Centre, North Yorkshire, BD23 5LB 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
GUISELEY FARMERS MARKET
The Station Pub, 70 Otley Road, Guiseley, LS20 8BH 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-1.30pm
Sports, Health & Wellbeing
LEEDS TAI CHI ACADEM BEGINNERS CLASS
Chapel Allerton Primary School, LS7 3PD Mondays 7pm. Enquiries: 07581 217074 milarepason@hotmail.co.uk www. leedstaichiacademy.org The Burley Lodge Centre, 42-46 Burley Lodge Road, LS6 1QF. Healing by healers trained with The Healing Trust (NFSH) aids relaxation and promotes wellbeing. Fridays 11am- 2.30pm. Donations appreciated. www.leedshealingcentre.org tel. 07985121810.
Alwoodley Tennis Club
Moor Allerton Crown Green Bowls
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley LS17 7NZ Mini & junior tennis coaching available from ages 4 to 16 in small groups in a friendly family atmosphere. All standards welcome. Enquiries: Diane on 0113 267 5252 or 0771 258 4387
Chapel Allerton Running Club
Chapel Allerton Tennis & Squash Club, Wensley Avenue, LS7 3QX Meeting Wednesdays at 6.30pm
Diabetes UK Support Group
Meets on the 1st Monday of the month, except Bank Holidays when it is the 2nd,at the West Yorkshire Playhouse from 7.00 to 9.00p.m. Open to both Type 1 and 2 and parents/carers. Ring 07840686618 for more details.
GRASS TRACK CYCLE RACING
Monday evenings 18.30 The Arena, Roundhay Park
IBS Leeds
LEEDS COELIAC GROUP
Kirkstall Abbey, LS5 3EH Last Saturday of every month, 12pm-3pm
Saturday and Sunday mornings Waterloo Lake, Roundhay Park
Leeds Healing Centre
HORSFORTH FARMERS MARKET
KIRKSTALL DELI MARKET
LEEDS ROWING CLUB
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley LS17 7NZ Every Weds evening 7pm in the council room. New members welcome. Enquiries: pagelder@hotmail.co.uk 0113 269 7111
Rose Garden, North Lane, LS6 3JJ 2nd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm St Margaret’s Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk
Kirkstall Leisure Centre, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS5 3BE. Beginners/ Intermediates/ Advanced. Wheelchair fencing available. www.leedsfencing.co.uk /email: info@ leedsfencing.co.uk / club secretary Karen Garvie 2742262 or Kirkstall Leisure Centre 3782086
Alwoodley Chess Club
Friendly, informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Monthly meetings now being held at the HEART Centre in Headingley. Please email me at matt@letscureibs.com or visit www.letscureibs.com for details
HEADINGLEY FARMERS MARKET
LEEDS FENCING CLUB
We offer support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Next social event is on Friday 26th September 2014 at 7.00 pm. Gluten-Free Tasting Evening at COOK North Leeds, 331 Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6QD. Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 or sandra.mclean@btinternet.com. enquiries@leedscoeliacgroup.org.uk
Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp. Fire Station) League bowlers and newcomers welcome. Contact Mavis Beeton 0113 2935367
Moor Allerton Snooker Club
Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp. Fire Station) Snooker players for social and league play welcome. 2 tables & bar open every evening. Contact John Stancliffe 0113 2949327 for details.
New Players Wanted
The Friday Night Football Club A veteran's club playing mildly competitive social football on the new 3G pitch at Carnegie, Headingley. Players range in age from mid-20s to mid-60s and abilities from fair to middling. Enquiries: adam.john.lowe@ntlworld.com
Natural Healing Centre
Healing offered every Thursday by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. 7pm - 8.30pm at The Friend's Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2BW. Donations appreciated. www.leedshealingcentre.org tel. 07949 972690
North Leeds Bowling Club
Old Park Road LS8 1JX. Crown Green bowling green, on the edge of Soldiers Field, next to the cricket club. Come and enjoy an outdoor sport for all ages in a beautiful setting. Experienced players and those new to the game are all welcome. Playing members £35 per year, social members £10 per year. Contact Trevor on 0113 2671071/ trevmar32@ aol.co.uk or Frances on 0113 2690978/ francesdada6@gmail.com
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North East Leeds FC
Based in Chapel Allerton & Moortown FA Charter Standard Development Football Club. Coaches FA qualified, CRB checked, First Aid & Safeguarding Children cert’s. 14 teams from under 8s- under 15s + 2 ‘open age’ teams. Enquiries: Steve Waide 07824 661329 or northeastleedsfc@hotmail.co.uk www.nelfc.co.uk
Post Natal Yoga
The Yoga Space, 378 Meanwood Rd, LS7 2JF Wednesdays 11am – 12pm. Yoga postures & movements, breathing & short flow sequences for all whose babies are 6- 16 weeks old. Babies welcome! Enquiries: 0113 2888667 or www.theyogaspace.co.uk
ROUNDHAY PARKRUN
Saturday mornings. Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00 Start on Carriage Drive near the Mansion Roundhay Junior Parkrun Sunday mornings Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00 By the cricket pavilion
Run Leeds @ Alwoodley
Old Leodensians Rugby Club (off King Lane) LS17 5PR Tuesdays 6pm.1st session free. Additional Tuesday group at 7pm, for intermediate runners - around 35mins or under for 5k. Enquiries: Kathy@valleystriders.org.uk
RUNNINGWOMAN
Personalised running training for women from beginners onwards, week day mornings. Roundhay Runners Thursday evenings 19.00 Princes Avenue Car Park, Roundhay Park
PLACES OF WORSHIP ALWOODLEY PARK METHODIST The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds LS17 7BX
CHAPEL ALLERTON METHODIST CHURCH Town Street, LS7 4NB. www.chapelallertonmethodistchurch. org.uk
MOORTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH
204 King Lane, Leeds LS17 6AA Enquiries: 0113 2693750 or www.moortownbaptistchurch.org.uk
ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF www.stmatthewschapelallerton.org.uk
STAINBECK UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP. http://stainbeck.urc.org.uk
ST BARNABAS C of E CHURCH The View, LS17 7NA Tel: 0113 2654926 www.stbarnabasleeds.org.uk
ST. JOHN'S
Harrogate Road LS17 7BZ. www.stjohnsmoorallerton.org
Scott Hall Badminton Club
ST PAUL'S RC CHURCH
Tai Chi
ST. STEPHEN'S
WHITE ROSE CANOE CLUB
THE IMMACULATE HEART oF MARY RC CHURCH
Scott Hall Leisure Centre, LS7 3DT (corner Scott Hall Rd & Potternewton Lane) Mondays from 8pm -10pm For people over 65 every Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm, at the Methodist Centre (Town Street, LS7 4NB). Tuesday evenings 18.30 Waterloo Lake, Roundhay Park
Miscellaneous LEEDS AND MOORTOWN FURNITURE STORE
The Store which has been running now for almost 30 years is a registered charity that collects donated furniture and, through a raft of voluntary and statutory referral agencies, passes it on to individuals and families in Leeds who are in need. Enquiries:01132739727 info@leedsandmoortown.org.uk www.leedsandmoortown.org.uk
Buckstone Crescent LS17 5ES. stjohnvianney.org.uk
Cranmer Rd, Moortown, LS17 5PX
294 Harrogate Road, LS17 6LE. Enquiries: 0113 2681373. www.stjohnvianneyleeds.org.uk. Church Hall bookings: bookings@queens-hall.org.uk
WIGTON MOOR UNITED REFORM CHURCH High Ash Drive LS17 8RE
If your Place of Worship has an event you would like to publicise please send details to: info@covered-magazine.net and we will do our best to include it in the relevant issue.
GREEN FINGERS ALWOODLEY IN BLOOM
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Leeds LS17 7NZ Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.45pm. We would love you to come and join us for Alwoodley in Bloom – no heavy work involved. Enquiries: Audrey 2676697
FRIENDS OF ALLERTON GRANGE FIELDS A friendly association of volunteers working to maintain and enhance the six acre Allerton Grange Fields off Talbot Avenue in Moortown. Enquiries: foagf@ outlook.com phone or text 07590510499. Visit our website www.friendsallertongrange.org or Find Us on Facebookwww.facebook. com/friendsofallertongrangefields
FRIENDS OF WIGTON MOOR WOODS
We are a friendly group of volunteers. We meet monthly at Wigton Moor UR church hall, High Ash Drive. We have a varied programme of activity days with litter picks, tree and bulb planting, nature quizzes and walks. Join us for a bird walk on Saturday 27th September at 2pm with Linda at Start Birding. New members always welcome. Contact us at: wigtonwoods17@gmail.com also Debs 07943277867, Anne 07530040349 or see us on Facebook.
HEADINGLEY FLOWER CLUB
Meets 1st Friday of the month 7.30pm at St Chad's Parish Hall. Enquiries: Mrs Young 2679445
LEEDS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
First Tues each month at St Chad’s Centre, Otley Rd LS16 5JT at 8pm. We have 10 events each year. Friendly evenings with refreshments 50p raffle and white elephant stall. Membership £12 single pa and £18 double pa. Includes all events evenings and free admission to Leeds Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show held at The Grammar School at Leeds LS17 - phone Pat 0113 2250030 or www.leedshs.org.uk
SLAID HILL IN BLOOM
Our next working party is Saturday 4th September 10-12 Noon. Meet outside the Dexter Pub LS17 8RZ. Working Party lunch in the pub at 12.30. All welcome to join our friendly group no experience necessary. Find out more at www.slaidhillinbloom. org or contact Geoff or Margaret on 0113 2689661
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ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES
CHAPEL ALLERTON BRANCH LABOUR PARTY
The Avenue, Alwoodley, Leeds, LS17 7NZ. Enquiries: 0113 2671331
Technorth, Harrogate Road, at 7.15pm Meets the second Tuesday of the month (except August & December). Political discussion and campaigning on local issues. For further information contact Dave on 0113 262 4318
ALWOODLEY TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD
CHAPEL ALLERTON GOOD NEIGHBOURS
ALWOODLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION,
4th Monday of the month 7.15pm at the ACA The Avenue, LS17 7LT. Variety of Speakers, Outings, Theatre, Coffee mornings. Friendly group, New members/ visitors always welcome. Enquiries Pat (0113) 2250030
BARDSEY DEBATING AND LITERARY SOCIETY (EST 1937)
Bardsey Village Hall, Woodacre Lane LS17 9DG Fortnightly meetings held Tues 7.30pm, ladies and gentleman are invited to join this extremely friendly society. Varied programme and social events Enquiries: 0113 286 2581 or 01937 573061
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR GERMAN SHEPHERD DOGS (BAGSD)
Carr Road, Calverley LS28 5NE Sundays: 10am-10.45am (advanced handlers and dogs). 11am -11.45am (puppies, beginners and intermediate handlers and dogs). Enquiries: Branch Secretary & Instructor John Hepworth – 07974 654402
CARA (BRINGING CHAPEL ALLERTON TOGETHER)
Non-profit social community group running free events throughout the year and raising funds for local causes. Members with discounts in local shops, restaurants and clubs. www.lovechapelallerton.com
C.A.S.A. (CHAPEL ALLERTON SENIORS’ ASSOCIATION)
Over 60's are invited to DROP IN at The Methodist Centre, Town Street on Wednesdays between 2.00-4.00 p.m. Chat and enjoy a cuppa, play dominoes or cards, do your knitting. Bookstall. No charge.
C.A.T.S. CHAPEL ALLERTON TOWN STREET LUNCH CLUB (for older people.)
The Methodist Centre, Town Street. LS7 4NB. Tuesdays 12:15pm-1:45pm £4 Enquiries: Vivienne 0113 268 2513 or Jenny 0113 266 1502.
CHAPEL ALLERTON ALLIANCE FOR GREEN SOCIALISM
Chapel Allerton School, 21 Harrogate Road, LS7 3PD 1st Tuesday each month (except school holidays) 7.30pm. Speakers, political discussion, campaigning. Enquiries: Mike 07811 384888
Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town Street LS7 4NB Meet 1st Tuesday in the month 2pm to 3.30pm Lunch at Inkwell - dementia friendly café: Every Monday, from 12.30pm. £4. For people over 65. Arts and crafts - dementia friendly: Starting 8th of September, one Monday once a month. £3 from. 11 to 12pm. Enquiries: 0113 8873597 or chapelallertongn@royalvolunataryservice.org.uk
CHAPEL ALLERTON KNITTING GROUP Chapel Allerton Library. 106 Harrogate Road LS7 4LZ First and third Tuesday of the month, 1pm-3pm Come and join us for an afternoon of knitting fun! Enquiries: 0113 214 5812
CHAPEL PIE WI
Chapel Allerton Tennis Club, Wensley Avenue, off Stainbeck Lane LS7 3QX Visitors to WI are welcome for just £3, full annual membership is £33 More info: chapelpiewi@gmail.com or www. chapelpiewi.com or find us on Facebook at Chapel Pie WI
COMMUNITY CAFÉ
Stainbeck Utd Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Thursdays 11-2pm. Advice & Support, WiFi, books followed by Craft Club at 2-4pm www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
CHAPEL ALLERTON METHODIST CENTRE, TOWN ST LS7 4NB Rooms for hire No smoking or alcohol permitted. Enquiries: Rita 0113 2687777
CHAPELTOWN CHILDRENS CENTRE LS7 4AW
Health & employment advice, computers, English classes, mental wellbeing support. Enquiries: Tayyibah 07929 465730 or Narinder 07956 464226 email: hello@ dostileeds.org.uk / www.dostileeds.org.uk
DOSTI (FRIENDSHIP) ASIAN WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUPS
Carr Manor Childrens Centre, LS17 5DJ SANGAT Group Mon 1 -3.30pm / KHUSHI Group Weds 10-1.30pm
FREEMASONS OF WHARFEDALE
The Masonic Year starts in September. Freemasons support local charities from local and national funds. We welcome enquiries for membership from all
men over 21 (Ladies have their own organisation). So if you would like to know more about helping others in need and perhaps wish to know more about a local lodge please e-mail beaudare@msn.com or visit www.wrprovince.net information. Meetings take place in many areas. There is one near you.
GRANDPARENTS DROP-IN
Chapeltown Children’s Centre, 62 Leopold Street, LS7 4AW Tuesdays 12-2pm. Meet other grandparents living in Chapeltown, relax, chat & take part in activities such as sewing, cooking & walks in the park Enquiries: Diane 07891 274100
LEEDS AND DISTRICT NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION.
National Trust members and friends meet monthly at St. Chad's Parish Centre , Headingley. We have a range of events throughout the year. From October to March we have a speaker each month on a wide variety of topics. We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 10am starting with coffee/tea and biscuits. To join is only £8 per year and everyone is welcome. Enquiries:anneebell19@aol.cpm
LEEDS CURRENT AFFAIRS DISCUSSION GROUP
Convenor/Tutor Professor Bill Jones St George's Centre, Great George street, Leeds LS1 3BR Dates: Each Thursday from 2 October – 4 December 2014 (ten sessions)10.30 – 12.30. Fee £90. Keep your brain active and gain in-depth insights into current affairs at home and abroad via 10 weekly briefings and discussions. For more information and booking form contact bill.jones@sky.com or Glynis Sandwith at gmsandwith@yahoo.co.uk. (07765 641297).
Leeds Probus Club
St Matthew's Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane, LS7 3QF Meet 2nd Thursday of the month 10:30 to noon. For retired professional/business men. Social gatherings with speakers. Enquiries: 0113 2662310.
Leeds Elmete Probus Club
Leeds Seventeen, 17 Nursery Lane, Leeds LS17 7ED Meet the last Tuesday of each month for lunch. Social activities for retired men from professional/business backgrounds. Guest speakers, ad hoc outings etc. Members from all over North Leeds. Enquiries: 0113 2301559
Leeds Junior Chess Club
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Sundays 5.30– 7.30pm. Coaching for juniors, fun events & competitive. Enquiries: John Hipshon 07772 780337 jr.hipshon@ntlworld.com www.leedsjuniorchess.org.uk
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Leeds Magical Association
Church Hall of St Johns C of E Church, Harrogate Rd, LS17 7BZ Local magic society meeting twice a month. Busy and varied programme. New members welcome. Enquiries: leedsmagicalassociation@gmail.com www.leedsmagic.co.uk
Leeds IVC Social Events Club
Meals, pub nights, theatre/film/music, walks, badminton, book group, weekends away, holidays & more. Mainly over 30s. Monthly new members’ night in North Leeds. Details www.leedsivc.org.uk
LEEDS RSPB GROUP
Do you like to watch the birds in your garden and want to know more? We are a friendly group open to anyone with an interest in nature. Monthly evening meetings from September to April with a wide range of illustrated talks. Popular monthly coach trips to nature reserves and other wildlife-rich places in the North of England, as well as local bird walks in spring. Our events are open to all. For more details check out our website at www.rspb.org.uk/groups/leeds or e-mail rspbleeds@googlemail.com
Lunch Club
Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Monday & Wednesday 11-1.30pm. Friendship & exercise. Transport provided. Volunteers welcome. £4.50 inc meal. Enquiries: Avril 0113 2935847 or Angela 0113 2253766 www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
Moortown Community Group
Volunteers working on behalf of residents to maintain and enhance the local environment, including the proposed Moortown Park. New members welcome. Contact details : 0113 2695107 moortowncommunitygroup@hotmail.co.uk, www.moortowncommunitygroup.co.uk and on facebook
North Leeds Friendship Centre
always look forward to mak-ing visitors and prospective new members welcome. For further details please contact Hilary on 2665648.
12.30-1.30 Church lunch of soup, bread and cheese and deserts. Enquiries: 0113 2682591 or 0113 2268269
ROUNDHAY TEA AND CHAT CLUB
The Yorkshire Far East Veterans Group
Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close LS8 1BF. Tuesdays 1.30p. Social group for over 65s. Great company, speakers, Extend exercise (optional) trips and theatre visits. Enquiries 2696632/8873595
Rotaract
18 – 30’s Club, meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday 6.45 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, All welcome. Details: tony_cleminson@hotmail.com
ROTARY CLUB OF LEEDS
Every Friday lunchtime 12 for 12:30 till 2 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, all welcome, details: www.leeds.rotary1040.org
Royal Artillery Association
Meetings held each 3rd Saturday in the month at New Headingley Club, St Michaels Road, Headingley, LS6 3BG at 1400hrs. A chance to meet with other RA Veterans over a drink and take part in the many outings and visits both socially and military. Membership is open to all three branches of the Armed Services(Navy, Army & Air Force. For further information please contact: Ian Williams. 01924 496587 or email: williams40reg@btinternet.com
Sign Gym sessions for conversational Sign Language
Leeds Society for Deaf & Blind People Centenary House, North Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 8JS Tuesday Evenings. All abilities welcome – learn a new skill. Relaxed atmosphere great fun! Enquiries: Ben Williams 0113 2438328
Friendly group for retired or over 50's Social afternoon with speaker 2nd Friday of each month New members welcome, Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre Stonegate Road LS17 6EL Details K. Haigh 0113 2169861
STAINBECK COMMUNITY HALL, 162 Stainbeck Lane LS7 2EA
Northcall Over 55’s Club
Stainbeck Community Cafe
53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Wednesdays 1pm-3pm. Fun activities, quizzes, games, trips out, various speakers. Enquiries:0113 2689993
ROUNDHAY W I
The next meeting of this friendly WI will be held on Thursday September 11th at St An-drew's Church Hall, Shaftesbury Avenue, LS8 at 7.15pm for 7.30pm. Two community constables will be talking about their role in our community and giving us some timely tips on how to keep ourselves and our belongings safe. We
Weekday availability for classes, adult education, pre-school or community groups. Full disabled access. Room hire. Open 8.30-10pm and 8.30-9pm on Sunday. Enquiries: 0113 393 0922 Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Every 4th Saturday 10.30am – noon. Cake stall, Books, Fairtrade stall, Coffee & Chat. All welcome. www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
ST BARNABAS CHURCH HALL,
The View, Alwoodley LS17 7NA Every third Wednesday of the month 10.30 - 12.00 Coffee Drop In 10.30 -12.30 Busy Bs. Good company, conversation, various activities and a warm welcome!
New Headingley Club, St Michaels Road, Headingley, LS6 3BG Meet 2nd Tuesday of each month. 12.30pm for 1pm start. We welcome any member or ex member and civilian ancillary who have served in the Far East at any time. Enquiries to Secretary Eddie Seville: 0113 2637583
U3A Leeds
A vibrant organisation for anyone no longer in full time work. Over 20 special interest groups & fortnightly talks. Enquiries: 07552 448834 or www.u3aleeds.org.uk
Volunteer at MAECare
Would you like to…Meet new people? Learn new skills? Help reduce loneliness? Improve the health and well-being of older people? Make a genuine difference? Then come and help us! To find out more about becoming a volunteer for Moor Allerton Elderly Care, please contact 0113 266 0371
Wigton Moor Friendship Guild
Wigton Moor U.R. Church on High Ash Drive Leeds 17 A small friendly group, meet 3rd Wednesday of each month, 2pm (except August). Speakers, slide shows, power point presentations and two outings per year; in July and December, with free transport. Come along and try us out for £2. including tea/coffee and biscuits. For further information telephone 2680815 (Maureen) or 2943370 (Alan).
WOMEN'S GROUP
Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Thursday mornings 9.30am -11.30am Enquiries: 0113 2689993
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FAMILIES & CHILDREN Baby & Toddler Group - Alwoodley Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Weds 9.30-11.15am term time only, All babies, toddlers and carers welcome. £1.50 / session
Baby & Toddler Group – Chapel Allerton
St Matthew's Church Hall, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton. LS7 3QF Term time Tuesdays, 9.30-11am £2 per family/carer, inc. refreshments. Lots of toys & activities. Mums, Dads & carers welcome.
Baby & Toddler Group – Wigton Moor Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thurs term time, 9.30-11am. All babies, toddlers & their carers welcome. £1.50/ session.
Boys’ Contemporary / Creative Dance
NSCD, 98 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 4BH For boys who want to have fun, develop confidence & channel energy! Ages 7-11 yrs. 9.30-11am & 11.15-12.45pm Saturdays. Enquiries: 0113 219 3000
Brownies
St Stephens Church Hall, Cranmer Rd LS17 5PX Wednesdays 6.15pm-7.45pm 7 & 8 year old girls are invited to join Brownies for fun & adventure. Enquiries: Jill Fisher on 0113 2676365
St John Vianney Baby & Toddler Group
Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart of Mary, 294 Harrogate Road LS17 6LE Tuesday’s during term time 1.30-3pm. £2 per family inc. refreshments. Just drop by, every body welcome. Enquiries: saintraegan@yahoo.co.uk
St Stephen’s Playschool
St Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Rd, Moortown LS17 5PX. Thursday and Friday mornings: 9.3011.30am. All children aged 2+ welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2687 407 or 07906 735985
Teddy Praise, Baby & Toddler Group St Matthews Church, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF Weds mornings 10:30-11:30. A warm & welcoming environment for parents/carers & children. £1 includes refreshments. Everyone welcome for songs, story-time and craft activities
Wigton Moor Children’s Club
Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thursday nights at the J Club for 4-7 year olds 5.15 - 6.15pm; J Club for 7-11s 6.307.30; XCite for 11-16s 7.30 - 9pm
it’s a date If you are holding an event or activity during October please email details to: info@covered-magazine.net for publication in our next edition.
ADEL BEER FESTIVAL
Interested in Girlguiding? Enquiries: Lynne Reid lynne.reid1@ btinternet.com
29th - 31st August Adel War Memorial Association, Church Lane, Adel Over 30 beers and ciders
Harehills Movement and Music Playgroup
ADEL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY – ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW
Girl Guides
Harehills Lane Baptist Church hall (access from Hilton Place), LS8 4HF. Parent run community playgroup invites you to join us on Tuesdays for music and parachute fun and Wednesdays for movement developmental play. 10-11.15am term time. £1 per family including refreshments. Everybody welcome. Enquiries: harehillsplaygroup@gmail.com
Kiddies' Kitchen at Northcall
53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Every Monday 3.30-4.30pm for 5-11yr olds. For more information ring Tel 0113 2689993
Spanish Playgroup
Holy Trinity Church Hall, Meanwood LS6 4NP. Thursdays 10am-1pm, term time. For 0-5 year olds and their Spanish-speaking parents or carers. Informal and friendly environment. Enquiries: 07775 579927 or susanarichart@yahoo.co.uk
Adel Methodist Church, Holt Lane 30th August open 2.00 pm
CHAPEL ALLERTON ALLOTMENTS & GARDENS AUTUMN SHOW
Saturday 6th September Methodist Centre, Town Street, Chapel Allerton 3-4pm Competition classes and lots to see, including Flowers, Vegetables, Home Produce, and Children's Crafts. Plants, gardening supplies and cards on sale, as well as honey from our own on site bees! Refreshments available including delicious homemade cakes, and find out about the bees from our resident beekeepers. All welcome. Stay for the Auction of Produce 4.15pm -your chance to take home some of the produce on show! Admission £1. Children free. Fun for all ages.
COOKRIDGE GARDEN CLUB – ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW Cookridge Methodist Church, Tinshill Road 13th September open 2.00 pm
CITY BEACH MILLENIUM SQUARE
Up to 31st August City Beach brings the excitement and fun of the seaside to Leeds city centre for three weeks during the school summer holidays. This urban beach event takes place on Millennium Square and features a wide range of summer activities including a real sand beach, deck chairs, and various seaside or 'end of the pier' games, stalls, rides and attractions. For further details see www.leeds.gov.uk
FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD - MILLENIUM SQUARE Fri 26 - Sun 28 Sep
Street food show where the finest traders will be cooking up a storm to win the public vote in the British Street Food Awards. Entrance to ‘For The Love Of Food’ will include tasters of craft beer/ cider/squash chosen specially to match the traders’ menus. For further details see www.fortheloveoffood.co.uk
GLEDHOW AND THE GREAT WAR
The Gledhow Valley Conservation Area Group invite you to commemorate WW1 at the Gledhow Sports & Social Club, Gledhow Lane, Leeds, LS8 1NQ on Thursday 18th September starting at 7.30pm. A talk by Alan Pugh on the WW1 graves in Beckett Street Cemetery will be followed by poems, a raffle and a sing song.
OTLEY VINTAGE TRANSPORT EXTRAVAGANZA 2014
Sunday 14th September. Knotford Nook, Pool Road, Otley from 10.00am till 4.00pm, over 500 vehicles will be on show, including everything from small push bikes to giant steam engines! Fund raiser for the local Charity, ‘Hang on to a Dream, which raises money for seriously ill children and young people. Punch and Judy, magic shows, face painting, birds of prey, creation area, mountain dogs, stalls, bands etc
ROYAL OPERA – MILLENIUM SQUARE
The Royal Opera’s Rigoletto on Wednesday 17 September, 2014 at 7.30pm. 7.30 -10.15 Free entry For further details see www.leeds.gov.uk
ST GEMMA’S YORKSHIRE 3 PEAKS CHALLENGE!
Join St Gemma’s Hospice for their first Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge on Friday 5Th September, to climb Yorkshire’s three highest peaks. Staff from Kuta Outdoors and St Gemma’s Hospice will be there to support you. Enjoy some of Yorkshire’s stunning scenery while raising vital funds to support your local Hospice! Visit www.stgemmas3peaks.co.uk or call 0113 218 5559 for more details.
KIRKSTALL ABBEY 7
6.7 mile run hosted by Kirkstall Harriers, Sunday 21st September 10am. In support of Wheatfields. www.leedsathletics.net for more information. Enquiries: kirkstallharriers@ googlemail.com
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HERITAGE OPEN DAYS - 11th -14 th September
CITY VARIETIES MUSIC HALL -SWAN STREET LEEDS LS1 6LW From a music room above a pub, to the world-famous home of 'The Good Old Days', the City Varieties has welcomed the very best comedians, musicians and performers for nearly 150 years. Now it is your chance to explore! Come and discover how this rare surviving example of a Victorian music hall has been restored to its former glory. Take part in competitions and creative workshops and hear stories from the building's fascinating and often colourful past. The whole family can be entertained with creative workshops, craft activities, treasure trails and competitions. Opening Times: Sunday: 1030-1600 Front of house areas are fully accessible via the new glass lift. Most backstage areas are also accessible. If you need any assistance, please talk to a member of staff. Last entry 15.30.
LEEDS GRAND THEATRE AND OPERA HOUSE 46 New Briggate, LS1 6NZ From the day the doors first opened with a performance of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing on 18th November 1878, audiences have kept returning to Leeds Grand Theatre to enjoy performances and events in this beautiful Grade II* listed building. Now it is your chance to come and explore! Competitions, creative workshops, talks and craft activities will be available throughout the day. The whole family can be entertained throughout the day with arts and crafts activities, treasure trails and competitions. Opening Times Sunday: 1030-1600 Most of the theatre is accessible for wheelchair users and buggies via the lifts. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. Last entry at 15.30.
LEEDS KIRKGATE MARKET HERITAGE TOURS
Leeds Kirkgate Market, 34 George Street, LS2 7HY Leeds Kirkgate Market is one of the biggest indoor markets in Europe and is the birthplace of retail institution Marks and Spencer. Join us on a behind the scenes tour of the market where you can learn about the beautiful architecture and historical significance of this marvelous building. The tour includes access to the normally restricted balconies. You'll never look at Kirkgate Market in the same way again! Opening Times Thursday and Friday: Tour 1100 & 1400 Pre-booking is required Contact: David Harling Call: 0113 378 1942 Email: david. harling@leeds.gov.uk
LEEDS WATERFRONT TOUR 17-19 Wharf Street, LS2 7EQ
Tour the splendidly regenerated city centre waterfront: historic warehouses, bridges, docks and fine modern architecture. Meet at Leeds Civic Trust, 17/19 Wharf St. Sunday: 1400-1530
PERSONALITIES OF LEEDS BLUE PLAQUES
Leeds Civic Trust, 17-19 Wharf Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7EQ Hear the stories behind some of the famous people who have shaped our city. Thurs: Walk 1100-1230 MORE BLUE PLAQUES Leeds Town Hall Friday: Walk 1100-1230
QUEBECS HOTEL
9 Quebec Street, LS1 2HA Quebecs Hotel was formerly the Leeds Liberal Club. View the splendid interior, including a magnificent stained glass window depicting Yorkshire towns' coats of arms and learn about the history of the building. Opening Times Thursday: Tours 1200, 1230, 1300 & 1330. Call: 0113 2448989 Max 10 people per tour/session.
booked in advance. Contact: Jane Riley and Anna Goodridge Call: 0113 2453071 Email: counter@theleedslibrary.org.uk
UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION SYNAGOGUE
151 Shadwell Lane, Leeds, LS17 8DW A conducted tour of the synagogue building and its religious features and artefacts will be offered. Objects shown will include the Scrolls of the Law, and other religious furnishings. Event not suitable for children under the age of 10. Thursday 11 September: Tours 1030 & 1400 Places must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Booking Contact: Sue and Mike Dorsey Call: 0113 2688934 Sue.dorsey@ntlworld.com
ROUNDHAY PARK: A WALK BACK IN TIME
The Mansion House , Roundhay Park, Mansion Lane , Leeds, LS8 2HH A guided walk around a The Roundhay Park Geological Trail to see how the rocks, fossils and geological structures can be used to determine what it was like here nearly 300 million years ago. The walk is 2.5 miles long and lasts ap-prox 3 hours, with stops to examine the rocks and for discussion. A full colour Trail Guide booklet is available for a small charge. Event not suitable for children under the age of 10. Saturday 13 September: Walk 1315. The route follows a mixture of made and unmade paths (quite steep in places) which can be muddy and slippery after wet weather. Strong footwear is recommended. The route is not be accessible to wheelchair users.
SHADWELL THEN AND NOW. A Walk around the Village
Main Street, Shadwell, Leeds, LS17 A walk around Shadwell showing the development from medieval times to the present day. At the end, there will be an opportunity to view the newly formed archive of Shadwell history on display in the library. Light refreshments will be available. Thursday 11 September: 1400-1600. Booking Contact: Robert Dyson Call: 07796 430195 Email: shadwelldyson@btinternet.com
THE LEEDS LIBRARY
18 Commercial Street, LS1 6AL Founded in 1768, The Leeds Library is the oldest surviving independent subscription library of its type in the British Isles. In 2008 it celebrated 200 years in its Grade II* listed building in Commercial Street. Take the chance to see one of the architectural wonders of Leeds and the city's oldest cultural institution. In addition, gain your Librarian's badge by learning how to "shush!", pinging the bell for attention and stamping books loudly! The event is aimed at children and their parents/guardians but all are welcome. Saturday: 1200-1500 The library is open from 1200 but the "Learn to be librarian" event are on the hour from 1200 to 1400 and must be
looking ahead ALWOODLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AUTUMN FAIR with a HINT OF CHRISTMAS
Community Hall, The Avenue, Leeds LS17 7NZ Sunday 19th October 2014 12 noon to 4.00 p.m. Free entry - stalls, games, indoor bouncy castle, café/bar, music by North Leeds Jazz Band and Alwoodley Sinfonia. Baking competition for children. Raffle – 1st Prize two months family membership for the Health Club at the Mercure Leeds Parkway Hotel. More details at www. alwoodleycommunityassociation.co.uk
PUDSEY CIVIC HALL SATURDAY 10th Annual Transport Collectors Fair 25th October 10am to 4pm admission £1 100 stalls selling all manner of transport memorabilia Contact: Barry Rennison 0113 2363695 Email: rennison@cc-email.co.uk
ALWOODLEY SINGERS - Autumn concert,
incl. Songs from the Shows. Saturday October 18th at 7.45. Entry £4 incl. Refreshments. Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ
LEEDS ABBEY DASH - AGE UK
Sunday 16 November 2014 A unique 10k road race that helps provide a better life for older people around Leeds and Yorkshire Telephone: 0800 169 8787 Email address: dash@ageuk.org.uk
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ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT Alwoodley Bobbin Lacemaking Group
Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Tuesday afternoons. Beginners welcome Enquiries: 0113 269 5512
Alwoodley Lace & Crafts
Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Fridays 2- 4pm. A variety of crafts are available to try. Come & have a cup of tea & a chat too. Enquiries: 0113 2676111
Art Classes
Theatre FIRST DIRECT LEEDS ARENA
Booking Hotline 0844 248 1585. Book tickets online with eventim. www.eventim.co.uk 27th September 11th October
Box Office 01274 432000 www.bradford-theatres.co.uk 2- 13th September 20th September
Free Photography Course
Box Office 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com
Leeds People’s Choir
Enjoy singing but have not found a choir? Come and join us. We take pleasure in singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, celebration and peace from around the world. Whilst reading music is useful, we also learn songs by ear. Open to anyone we meet every Wednesday during term time, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Swarthmore Centre in Woodhouse Square, Leeds. http://www. leedspeopleschoir.org.uk.
Leeds Marquetry Group
Polish Catholic Centre, Newton Hill Rd LS7 4JE Wednesdays 7pm www.leedsmarquetry.org.uk
James Taylor Ed Sheeran
BRADFORD ALHAMBRA
Greenscapes Nursery, Brandon Crescent LS17 9JH Friendly group meets Wednesday pm or Friday am. Experienced, qualified tutor. All abilities welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2892922 or email ruth@rdorrington.freeserve.co.uk 53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Interested in Photography? Northcall run a 6 weeks free course. Enquiries: 0113 2689993
Singing in the Rain A night of Variety (Celebrating 100 years)
LEEDS GRAND THEATRE 2nd September 7th September 20th & 27th Sept
Dawn French Jasper Carrott La Traviata (check box office for other autumn dates)
BRADFORD ST GEORGE’S HALL Box Office 01274 432000 www.bradford-theatres.co.uk 2nd - 4th September 10th September 12th-13th September
Love and Friendship (Barbara Mann Dance Academy) Nocturne: The Romantic Life of Frederic Chopin Naughty (Footsteps Theatre Company) The Halle Jaleo Flamenco An Evening with Billy Pearce The West End Experience
Leeds Movie Makers
20th September 24th September 25th September 26th September
Leeds Photographic Society
WEST YORKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE
Loidis International Folk Dancing Group
5th – 13th September 14th September 16th September
Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Fridays 7.30pm. For anyone interested in film & video. Enquiries: 0113 2256444 or www.leedsmoviemakers.co.uk The oldest such society in the world would like to hear from you. Enquiries: Ian Wray, 07814 737499 Web: www.lps1852.co.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lps1852 Twitter: @lps1852 Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, Stonegate Rd (opp. Fire Station) LS17 6EL. Every Thursday evening 7:30 - 10pm. Admission of £3.50 includes refreshments. Enquiries: 01423 505006 0113 228 8636
ROUNDHAY TEA AND CHAT CLUB
Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close LS8 1BF. Tuesdays 1.30p. Social group for over 65s. Great company, speakers, Extend exercise (optional) trips and theatre visits. Enquiries 2696632/8873595
Stainbeck Art Club Methodist Community Centre, Town Street, Chapel Allerton, LS7 4NB 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month 1.45 – 4pm. New members, all abilities welcome. Practical and demonstrations, also painting and sketching days out. Enquiries: Rose or Ken on 0113 266 5005
Singing for the Brain Group
Every other Monday. We sing songs from every era. From 11 to 12.30pm. £1. Come and sing along at the Inkwell Café (what used to be the Shoulder of Mutton), 31 Potternewton lane, LS7 3LW. Next dates: 1st, 15th & 29th September. Enquiries 0113 887 3597
The Leeds Calligraphy Guild
St Andrew’s Shaftsbury Ave, Roundhay LS8 1DS Tuesday mornings. Learn the art of Calligraphy. Absolute beginners or those with a little knowledge. Enquiries: 0113 2696414.Or 07900 286358
Dates
Box Office 0113 213 7700 www.wyp.org.uk
Dracula -Northern Ballet Ruby Wax -Sane New World Secret Theatre (A festival of theatre and performance)
CITY VARIETIES
Box Office 0113 243 0808 www.cityvarieties.co.uk 4th September 11th September 12th September 15th September 17th September 18th September 19th September 21st September 24th September
Paul Chowdhry The Nathan Carter Show Houghton Weavers Nik Kershaw Blake Sam Sweeney's Fiddle: Made in the Great War The Complete works of William Shakespeare (abridged) Steve Howe Beverley Craven – Change of Heart Tour
KINGS HALL ILKLEY Box Office 01274 432000 12th September
The Lindesfarne Story
26th September
Magic – A kind of Queen
PLEASE CHECK WITH THEATRE BOX OFFICE OR WEBSITE FOR TICKET AVAILABILITY
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Readers’ Let ters Star Let ter Dear Chris, I read with concern your article about ‘fix my street’ and the impact trees are having upon Stainbeck Road. Although i appreciate that trees can sometimes have an impact upon people’s garden walls and structures I find it very unconstructive when people complain to the Council about such things. I worry seriously whether a budget stretched council will simply come out and rip out all these trees and have an end to it. In a time of climate change, pollution and all the other problems of increased urban living, does your reader Mike Parks really believe that chopping these trees down will make things better? I worry that such complaints will remove from our enjoyment the grand tree lined avenues of our ancestors and all because people wanted more light or didn’t like leaves littering the place. What a horrible scenario that will be. I really hope that LCC don’t turn round and chop down all our grand oaks, and all because of these busy bodies who won’t spend a penny to support their walls but instead insist that the taxpayer pay! Kind regards Andy (by email)
What do you think? Does responsibility in such matters lie with the council or the property owner? Let us know your thoughts on this and any other matter relevant to fellow Leeds residents by emailing: chris@covered-magazine.net or writing to us at the usual address (see p3).
editor’s REPLY Dear Andy, Well, that’s certainly a take we weren’t expecting! First, though, an update via Cllr Alex Sobel – who could not have acted more promptly and who kindly agreed to keep us in the picture at all stages. Pressed by Cllr Sobel, LCC conducted a site meeting with representatives from their highways and tree departments. Their conclusion, after examination, was that trees/roots were not the cause of the lean. The wall is apparently of poor construction – a neighbour’s wall is going the same way without any evidence of help from a tree. They have invited the resident to provide contrary evidence, at her own expense (though presumably through her insurer). Their opinion about the loss of light is that the effects of the remedial work they did in March 2013 remain adequate. The resident, still supported by her neighbour Mike Parks, is considering her options. While I appreciate your comments about preserving our city avenues, I don’t think residents can be expected to bear the cost if another is liable, LCC or not. I have heard of an estimate of £3000 for the replacement of a similar wall (not LCC connected). Then there are utilities, drains being the obvious vulnerability. Owner occupiers may not have the funds, tenants less likely. Landlords in it for the money won’t oblige. Charities providing social housing couldn’t justify it to their trustees. The instance in Stainbeck Road is a technical matter and, as things stand, LCC’s Highways Insurance Claims Officer’s conclusion is all anyone has. Should it transpire, here or elsewhere, that communities are sitting on time bombs of this nature then some avenues may well have to be pruned – or culled. We wrote to the LCC Media Team on 10 July, before the LCC Highways/Trees opinion was known. We did ask them about any strategy they might have in the event of a city-wide problem but have yet to hear back.
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Bathrooms
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Bedrooms
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Call us today on 0113 262 6660 www.theblindfactoryleeds.co.uk Unit 28 Penraevons Industrial Estate, Jackson Road, Leeds LS7 2AW
Moortown 0113 3 167 167
Covered Classifieds Bridge Club
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Building & Joinery Services
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Building & Joinery Services
Home Improvements
Alan Smith
Quality Tiling & Floors, Professional Painting & Decorating, Joinery, Door Hanging, Laminated Flooring, Fully Fitted Bathrooms Plus: ALL your other D.I.Y. Requirements. NEW!! Electrical Work Undertaken Qualified Electrician Certificates Issued
“Spotlessly Clean and Reliable”
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07973 388071
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COLIN NOLAN CARPENTRY & JOINERY SERVICES Tel: 0113 264 4956 Mob: 07710 779844 Fax: 0113 2644956
colin.nolan@hotmail.co.uk www.colinnolan.co.uk
S S Joinery, Plumbing & Building Services For a high quality, reliable & professional service in all aspects of home, maintenance, renovations & building work.
Phone: Mob 07813 768047 0113 8081762/ 01904 700855 Over 20 Years Experience ● City & Guilds Tradesmen ● Free Estimates & Advice
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Windows & doors Gutters/ Fascias Wood Floors/ Joinery No Job Too Small All Trades Included
All Work Carried Out From Planning to Completion
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Murphy Joinery & Building Established Over 20 years
q Doors & Windows (wood & PVCu) q Kitchens q Fitted Furniture q Staircases & Skirting q Decking q Extensions q Loft Conversions & all other joinery work
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Children & Families
Water Babies School of Swimming
Expert Tuition: Small classes Qualified Water-based Instructors For Children 3 Years+ Where: The Grammar School at Leeds When: Sundays 9am - 1pm Mondays 6pm - 7pm
Tel 0113 2559881
www.wbswimming.co.uk
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Cleaning Services
Sheen & Clean ■ Sheen and Clean ■ Domestic and Commercial Cleans ■ Spring Cleans ■ Houses ■ Offices ■ End of Tenancy
Daily Weekly
Fortnightly Monthly cleans
Deep Cleans
Call Sonia now on 0 7 5 7 2 3 5 3 1 6 0 www.sheenandclean.co.uk email: sonia@sheenandclean.co.uk Cleaning Services
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners
0800 97 007 53 Household/Contract cleaning Domestic cleaning Full spring clean
Decorators
Shopping Laundry Ironing
w: helpinghandscs.co.uk e: info@helpinghandscs.co.uk t: 07817 769 335 CRB checked and fully insured
HOMEMAIDS CLEANING SERVICES LTD Ete 1999
Locally Based Reliable, Trustworthy Staff References Available
WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY, MONTHLY OR 1 OFF CLEANS VERY FLEXIBLE
A company small enough to care but large enough to cope Please call Helen on: 0113 2555307 or 07808 410294
Email info@kbdecorators.co.uk Web www.kbdecorators.com
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Electrician
07977 488718 0113 212 0178 Electrical and PAT Testing. Full or Part Rewires, All Electrical Repairs, Extra Circuits, Consumer Unit Upgrades, Electrical Installation Certificates, Lighting/ Security Lighting, Kitchen & Bathroom Electrics including Electric Shower Installation.
Roberts Decorators Interiors & Exteriors - Insurance Work No Job too Big or Small Fully Guaranteed - Competitive Prices
All work guaranteed - Over 10 yrs experience
Tel 07967 746315 0113 2681303 07759 204505 Alwoodley-based
Driving Tuition Capital Driving School
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Electricians
HGM ELECTRICAL SERVICES All Aspects of Domestic Work Undertaken New Installations • Rewires • Extra Sockets Indoor • Outdoor Lighting etc 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CALL OUT
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Education Allerton Grange
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Dr Ashley Clarke Tuition
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Kumon
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Leeds City College
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Notre Dame College
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Roundhay School
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FOR A FREE QUOTE CALL HARRY ON
0113 2933095 07935 275948
Electrician
Exterior Coatings
David Gunby
Exteriors Leeds
Electric @ Home
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Garment Alterations
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Zip Yard
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2X 10” Pizzas
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2666 666
302 Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6NA
PIZZAHOUSECOMPANY.CO.UK
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James McCleod Handyman 08 July 2014 14:41:43
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7 days a week 8am - 8pm • Broken Cables & Spring Repairs • Locks Replaced • Remote Controls Fitted & Repaired • New Doors Fitted
all areas covered NO CALL OUT CHARGE
www.firstgaragedoors.com Gardening & Tree Services
leeds
01132 826 762 mobile
07860 382 984 Page
Anderscapes
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Home Maintenance
BY Landscapes
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Hicks Home Maintenance
Jim Earl Gardener
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IT Support/Repair
JM Tree Services
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PCI Computers
Urban Earth
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Locksmith
RELAX
_ Your Local Mobility Shop is in Meanwood 24 Hour Locksmith and uPVC Repair Service No ‘call out’ charge ● Free Quotes ● Domestic & Commercial work undertaken ● Burglary Repairs ● Free Security Surveys ● Full uPVC Repair service inc: Handles, Hinges, Locks, Glass etc
Tel 0113 365 0192 / Mob 07952 676976 Email: locksolutions@yahoo.co.uk Foot Health Practitioner Corns Mr G.Etherington Dipcfhp,MPSPract,MVR Callus Verrucae Ingrown toenail treatment General Foot health maintenance
Oven Cleaning
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OvenU
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Photographic Resources Leodis
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Plastering
0113 2939027 or 07784 762964 Call today for professional service in the comfort of your own home!
C. Roberts Plastering All plastering work undertaken
Jobs/Careers
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SALES PERSON IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE Covered magazine are looking for a bright, bubbly and enthusiastic person to join our successful sales team. You’ll already know how to communicate well with others but sales experience is not essential. FULL OR PART TIME HOURS AVAILABLE To apply please email: chris@covered-magazine.net or call: 0113 274 5639 Joinery
٠Reskims ٠Patching ٠Plaster Boarding ٠Walls ٠Ceilings ٠Insurance Work٠Damp Repairs ٠Rendering Quality workmanship at competitive prices
0113 443 3617/ 0797 218 1528 Plumbing & Heating
Paul Cole Heating & Plumbing.
Domestic & Commercial All Domestic & Commercial Heating Services: servicing, repairs, fires & cookers, landlord certificates, gas safety checks. General plumbing work. Fully insured. Free no obligation quotations. Honest prices, friendly service.
0113 212 0808 / 07977 439926
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Roofing Services
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Hall’s Roofers
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We will beat any genuine quote
Property
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Morfitt Shaw
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Removals
G HORNE ROOFING CONTRACTORS LTD “QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AT A FAIR PRICE”
Lift it N Shift it House Removals Business Removals / House Clearance
Email: g.horneroofing@hotmail.com TEL 0113 2403515
What we do:
Domestic re- roofs & repairs Slating & tiling Built– up felt Guttering Soffits & fascias Chimney repairs
Why choose us:
Established 1976 Small family firm Fully qualified No-fuss work Competitive prices 10 yr guarantee for re-roofs LOCAL ROUNDHAY-BASED COMPANY
Moves Almost Anything, Anywhere in Th UK
NO JOB Too Big or Too Small Professional & Reliable Service Now taking bookings for
GUARANTEED DELIVERY
on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day Weather Permitting
Call: 07447 435295 or 07990 011705 Email: liftitnshiftituk@hotmail.com www.liftitnshiftit.com
Solicitors Avery Walters
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Taxis Premier Taxis
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Covered Classifieds Roofing Services
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Website Development
Windows, Doors & Conservatories
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Conservatory & Window Repairs
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Leeds Glass
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MPD Installations
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Rainbow Windows
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Yoga Classes
Wednesdays 10 - 11.30 am St Paul’s Church Buck Stone Crescent, Leeds LS17 5ES
Tiles & Tiling
Would You Like Improve Your Health and Wellbeing? De-Stress and Learn to Relax? …then come along to your brand new Beginners Yoga Class in Leeds 17. Contact Jane now to book your first FREE class Jane O’Halloran jane@northleedsyoga.co.uk 01943465230 Further details, full list of class programmes, specialist and one to one sessions www.northleedsyoga.co.uk Our Special Autumn offer – ends November 30th
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25% off
a class passport if you sign up at your first class