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Fashion, hair & beauty Page 42

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Get ready for the new tax year When you submit your tax return you need to consider your allowances, which are changed annually some of which are listed below – for tax year ending 5 April 2014: • • •

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Personal income tax allowance £9,440. Annual individual capital gains tax allowance £10,900 For businesses the first £250,000 spent on capital items (for example office equipment, machinery, a company van etc.) can be completely offset against trading profits. Charitable donations can be offset against tax (at higher rate if you are a higher rate tax payer). Keep a note of your Charitable donations. Protect savings and investments from income tax and capital gains tax through a stocks and shares ISA (up to £11,520 for the year to 5 April 2014, or £5,760 for a cash ISA.

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If you claim child benefit you will need to pay some or all of it back if your individual income is over £50,000. Does your child (under 18) pay tax on their savings income? If the capital was not provided by you, consider electing for your child to receive the interest gross,. to take advantage of the child’s tax free allowance. Finally, whenever you receive a tax calculation or Notice of Coding from HMRC, check that every detail is correct. HMRC, like any other organisation, is not infallible, and you may be paying too much tax!

New Tax Year’s Resolution: Claim for all your allowance, and complete your 2014 tax return during the summer – there are lots of advantages in submitting your return early.

Covered Edition 37 Contents

10 local matters 12 garden guru 16 Councillors’ comments 42 Fashion, Hair & Beauty 48 Local clubs and societies 54 Advertising Directory Competition

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Editor’s Letter

Hello and welcome to this month’s Covered. We’ve another vibrant, packed edition for you this month – it’s been a pleasure to put this one together! Our Food & Drink section takes a look at Mrs Gales – a newcomer to the Street Lane scene. I’m a sucker for a business with a heart and Mrs Gales is certainly one of those – pop by for afternoon tea if you can, not only can you sample tasty cakey delicacies in a unique environment, you’ll also help a good cause. Our new ‘Leeds Venues’ feature takes a look at Seven Arts in Chapel Allerton – look out for the picture of the baby in ear defenders – that one has bought a smile to everyone’s face! If you’re a fashionista then check out this month’s FHAB for some inspiration. And remember, dress to impress at all times – our snapper may be just round the corner from you! Do let me know what you’d like to see more of in our FHAB section, I’m more of a flat cap and walking boots

kind of guy so I rely on inspiration from others for that particular feature. On that note, please do let me know what you’d like to see more (or less) of in Covered. We publish this magazine for the benefit of all our readers in the Leeds suburbs and we rely on your feedback to ensure that we’re being representative. If you want to see something in the next edition, just let me know – I’m always eager to please! The deadline for editorial submission for the next edition is 19/03/14 and the deadline to advertise and showcase your business in the city’s most widely distributed publication is 21/03/14. Until next month,

Chris Barnham Editor

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Contributors

Liz Burton Dawn Kilner Judith Dunn Luke Shepherd Ivor Hughes Daniel Roberts Eric Wells Disclaimer The opinions expressed in Covered do not necessarily reflect those of the editor, publisher or their agents. Whilst every reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information included within this publication, the publisher takes no responsibility for errors or omissions in Covered. The content of Covered is not to be reproduced in any form without permission of the publisher. This magazine has been printed on materials from sustainable sources. Please pass to a friend, recycle or compost after reading. Visit: www.recyclenow.com to find your nearest recycling site.

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Mrs Gales Imagine a traditional, English tea-room, the type you’d often find hidden deep in The Cotswolds… well, now you don’t have to go that far… Mrs Gales offers you just that, right here, on Street Lane in Leeds.

Complete with mismatched china, tea cosies and lace doilies, Mrs Gales brings a touch of elegant nostalgia to this bustling area and offers a welcome retreat from busy everyday life. Opened in late December 2013 by friends Francesca Davis and Lucia Scaife, this is something more than just your average café; Mrs Gales is billed as a tea-room, meeting place and emporium and sells quality, vintage memorabilia and clothing in addition to tempting customers with an array of fine teas, cakes and light meals. It all began when the friends met at a local fair, through a

love of vintage clothing. They joined forces with Marilyn Gale, another friend of Fran’s, who was keen to start a business which could support and provide resources towards the fight against melanoma cancer, an illness from which Marilyn suffered, and the idea of the tea-room was born. Very sadly, Marilyn passed away before seeing her dream become a reality, though her husband David carried on his wife's wishes and became landlord, renovating the premises so that Fran and Lucia could continue with the plan. Very fittingly, they decided upon the name Mrs Gales as a tribute to their late friend and money

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from the venture goes directly to ‘M’ for Melanoma, a charity set up to work with the oncology department at nearby St James’ Hospital. Walking through the door now, you are greeted by the most fantastic chandelier and a mannequin wearing Victorian silk finery, much of which is for sale. Traditional style lights also hang from the walls and old style radiators blend well with grandfather clocks and antique wooden chests. And there’s something fantastically eccentric about the baby changing facilities… a genuine Silver Cross pram, complete with changing matt. There is a happiness in the air and warmth and hospitality flows easily about the place. Fran tends mainly to the customers with a cheery and respectful manner, whilst Lucia is usually seen working away in the kitchen, carefully creating beautiful cakes and dishes. This is certainly no fast food establishment. Everything here is made freshly to order and special requirements will be catered for wherever possible. Provision is made for

vegetarians and there is also a gluten free range of breads, bagels and porridge. Facilities for disabled customers are good too, with a purpose made ramp and accessible toilet. Cakes are freshly made daily and the choice varies, but the chocolate cake is especially delicious…and fat-free. There is a specials board which offers a home-made soup of the day, with unusual choices such as spinach or butterbean making an appearance, and traditional dishes such as corned beef hash. Healthy options such as poached eggs are available and also a good range of sandwiches such

as smoked salmon or homemade hummus with pitta bread. Mrs Gales is a wonderful venue for every occasion, including business meetings (with free WiFi available), family gatherings and afternoon tea parties. Now fully licensed, they are also looking at hosting events such as champagne celebration parties and have a spacious area downstairs with it’s own facilities. The Lord Mayor is visiting on 1st March for an official opening and we have a feeling that many more people will follow. Call (0113) 2689581 for enquiries.


Local Food

Covered FAT FREE CHOCOLATE CAKE

LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE

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5 large eggs, 250g caster sugar, 200g chocolate, 200g plain flour, 200ml milk, 1 tsp baking powder, pinch salt, tin condensed milk, 62g cocoa powder, 400g (empty condensed milk tin) milk, chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 170c. Melt chocolate before letting cool. Separate egg whites from yolks and beat together yolks with sugar before gradually adding the melted chocolate. Add milk gradually, beating all the time, then fold in the sieved flour. Beat the egg whites, with the salt, until you form soft peaks. Fold into the chocolate mixture. Place in a greased tin and bake for 55 minutes. To prepare the filling, put condensed milk in a pan with the cocoa powder and mix well. Add milk and stir constantly until you have a thick paste. Set aside to cool. Once the cake and filling are cool, cut cake in half and fill, reserving some filling for the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with chocolate chips. 250g unsalted butter, 200g caster sugar, 4 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, juice 1 lemon, grated zest 2 lemons, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, 50g ground almonds, 280g plain flour

Preheat oven 180c. Beat butter and sugar together until light and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition, before adding vanilla, lemon juice and zest. Mix together dry ingredients and fold into mixture. Pour into greased tin and bake for around 40 minutes. To make the glaze, combine lemon juice and icing sugar, enough to make a thick mixture, and pour over the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides.

75g butter, chilled and cut into cubes, plus extra for greasing, 350g self raising flour, 1 1â „2 tsp baking powder, 30g caster sugar, 75g sultanas, 150ml milk, 2 eggs, beaten

Preheat oven 200c. Lightly grease baking tray. Put flour and baking powder into mixing bowl. Add the butter and rub in lightly and quickly with your fingertips until mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and sultanas. Pour 100ml of milk and most of the beaten egg into the mixture. Mix together with a knife to a soft dough, adding a bit more milk if needed. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and lightly knead just a few times only until gathered together. Gently roll out to around 2cm deep. Cut out rounds and place on baking tray, spaced slightly apart. Glace with reserved egg and bake for around 10 minutes. Serve with jam and cream.


10 News From the Suburbs

Buying Local Buying local produce can give levels of assurance and satisfaction that supermarkets and major brands are still trying hard to match. Some buy in the names of celebrity chefs or TV personalities. Some celebs go it alone, by marketing products that have little or nothing to do with their on-screen personae. But it’s never the same as establishing a rapport with a local butcher or grocer or, in the case of markets, with the producers themselves. Feather’s Poultry, also known as Egg Man Skipton on social media, is a long established

family business selling a wide range of breeds and types of poultry and their eggs. Not only chicken, but also duck, goose, rhea and quail. Richard and Sue Feather had decided to branch outside their immediate locality and, before Christmas, gave Otley boot sale a try – perhaps they had heard of the hundred-yards-plus public queues formed by noon on fine Sundays. It must have worked for them – they are there every Sunday, always visible from the entry gate.

Sue Feather at Otley boot in February

With all poultry free range, Richard and Sue are also thinking about selling at local farmers’ markets. So, if you’d like to see them at yours, or

would like to be added to their delivery service, you can contact them on 07595 360078, via their website or on Facebook or Twitter.

Young Artists Recitals at Lotherton Hall Lotherton Hall is an Edwardian gentleman’s country residence, formerly the home of the Gascoigne family. In 1968, Sir Alvary and Lady Gascoigne gave it to Leeds City Council. It is now a museum, but still has the delightful feel of a family home. There are impressive collections of furniture, sculpture, fine and decorative arts, ceramics, costume and jewellery. There is also an extensive park, an Edwardian garden and a bird garden. Every year, there are classical chamber music recitals held in the Drawing Room, using the historic grand pianos, one of which used to belong to the Salt family of Saltaire. In 2014, they will feature young performers

The Salt grand piano in the drawing room at Lotherton Hall

from Leeds College of Music. Tea is served in the Servants’ Hall gallery after the concert and is included in the ticket price. This year’s dates for Sunday recitals are 6 April and 4 May at 2.00 pm. There is also an evening jazz concert on Saturday

19 July with wine and canapés in the interval. For programme details, visit the website www. leeds.gov.uk/lothertonhall. These concerts are extremely popular, so advance booking is strongly recommended. For tickets, contact Wendy Shuttleworth at Lotherton. wendy.shuttleworth@leeds.gov.uk


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12 4 Garden Guru

Prune fruit trees now to ensure a healthy crop later in the year

It Is easy to stay indoors, when the weather is wet, although it is important to keep the garden ticking over – even when it is not possible to work on major items – like winter digging etc, due to the soil being totally saturated. Indoors, it is time to sow the remainder of your half hardy annuals, together with a further batch of sweet peas. Broad beans may be sown in containers, for planting outside as the weather dries up. Then start to waken up your dahlia tubers, begonia corms, arum lilies etc stored over the winter. It is possible to take dahlia and chrysanthemum cuttings to increase your stock, when the new shoots have grown between 3” and 4”. Lightly spray cactus and succulent plants to bring them out of dormancy, and give small amounts of water to over wintered fuchsia and geranium plants. Indoor plants which are showing signs of new growth, should be inspected to see if they need moving to a slightly larger pot, new compost in current pot, then given small amounts of feed to encourage them to flourish for the new season.

Prune soft fruit bushes to an open goblet shape, mulching them if possible, and then start to feed at the end of the month when the ground is drying out. Apple and pear trees should also be pruned as necessary, to remove any crossing or over growing branches. Also prune rose bushes, buddleia, coloured dogwoods, and coppice eucalyptus trees to maintain a reasonable shape. Tidy and trim your herb bed, sowing new varieties as required, cutting back any overgrowing rosemary and sage. Leave lawns and fertilizer until the soil dries out. The HAGA Trading Hut is open 7pm - 8pm every Friday, and Saturday 10.30am - 12pm during the months of March, April & May. Featherbank Lane, Horsforth LS18 4NW. www.haga.btck.co.uk

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14 Readers’ Letters

Readers’ Letters Star Letter Dear Chris, RE: Vernon Wood Letter, Covered Edition 36 I read with interest the above article. Today (Sunday 9 February), Eric Pickles. a government minister, apologised on national TV for the chaos of the flooding experienced in some parts of the UK as a result of listening to 'experts' (consultants) & not listening to the actual local residents. As voiced by a local resident, it should not be a 'blame game' any more.

route goes ahead as planned. Hardly convenient – I may as well just get a bus in to town! Or take the car in. Why not look to initially run the route around the ring road and then, in time, make additions to route it in to town? I appreciate that not all commuters want to go around the ring road, but then again – not all commuters are travelling from Holt Park to Stourton. So, I support the concept of the Trollybus but certainly not the chosen route (for the benefit of the chosen few). Yes it might take longer for ALL Leeds residents to benefit if the route went around the city but it would mean that the plan does benefit ALL Leeds residents, rather than a small minority. After all, it will be ALL Leeds residents that end up paying for the Trollybus now and for a long time to come. Yours,

This also applies to the Leeds transport issue... blaming political parties/city councils is no longer an issue...what has been done, has been done. The important thing is not to continue with bad practices.

M. Sterland Adel

Leeds local residents should be consulted as to what is required transport-wise, as opposed to employing & listening to consultants who do not reside locally. A few time-limited visits would not provide a complete perspective to the situation. Surely Leeds does not deserve to be used as a political 'football'?

Dear Chris,

Regards, Lily Cheng, Moortown

Dear Chris, I read with interest a letter from Vernon Wood in last month’s Covered. I agree with much of Vernon’s opinion. Electric vehicles seem to be the way forward, for the next 50 years or so anyway. What I can’t understand about the Trollybus proposal is why the entire city should welcome such a thing. I’d have to catch a bus to get on the Trollybus if the

I have read with interest some of your reader’s objections to the Trolleybus proposal. I would favour it. Having been used to trams in Leeds until their demise unfortunately in 1959. I also was used to trolleybuses in Bradford as I had Grandparents who lived there, so travelled frequently on them. I know a lot of people do not like the fact that there would have to be alterations particularly in Headingley, but if I lived in Headingley I would welcome any mode of transport which would eliminate the heavy traffic which goes through. I recently visited Berlin and they have a wonderful tram system which winds it way to all the suburbs, in fact most European cities have trams and in cities smaller than Leeds. Sincerely, Mrs Angela Stocks


Cover Photo Competition Time to get snapping readers! We’re looking for your very best photos of our great city: landmarks, special events, dramatic landscapes, the people of Leeds, the area’s flora and fauna, nature – the topic is your choice. The only thing we ask is that photographs are original and taken within the city of Leeds. You might even have a shot from years gone by that you’d like to share with Covered readers. This competition is open to professionals and budding amateurs alike so if it’s a well-taken shot on a mobile phone or a carefully planned scene taken on a NikonD4 we want to see it! We’ll print a selection of the best each month and one shot may be chosen for the cover. If we do use your photo on our cover we’ll send you a cheque for £25 and credit you in Covered.

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Here’s the boring stuff: Images must be taken by the entrant and the entrant must own the copyright. Our main cover image is portrait 80mm wide x 125mm high – submissions should be suitable to scale to that size. Images should be sent as high-resolution jpeg or TIFF files. Covered assumes permission for use in Covered and our associated titles and publications including online. Sorry, we cannot accept entries by post or text.

Send your entries to:

chris@covered-magazine.net Please include details of the photograph, photographer and your contact details.


16 News From the Suburbs

Councillors Comments: Moortown

to contact your Councillor please call:

Youth unemployment is persistently high in Moortown and throughout Leeds, and we are trying to do all we can to offer as many opportunities as possible for young people to gain invaluable experience, skills and training.

Cllr Hamilton 07950 057877 0113 2474578 (Office) 0113 2495753 (Home) sharon.hamilton@leeds.gov.uk

Apprenticeships give young people this experience working for a real employer and earning a real salary. We are doing all we can to increase the number of young people starting an apprenticeship and informing them about the great number of opportunities available. The Council is working closely with the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) which works with local and national employers to coordinate and publicise all apprenticeship vacancies. A monthly list of all apprenticeships in Leeds is sent out jointly by the Council and the NAS. Recent opportunities for roles such as hairdressers, customer service assistants, sales and marketing assistants, engineers and many more have been available to apply for. The Council also has its own dedicated Apprenticeship Hub, which offers valuable advice and assistance in finding employment and training. We will continue to work closely with the Council and its partners to ensure that youth unemployment in Moortown and throughout Leeds goes down and stays down. If you are interested in signing up for apprenticeship vacancies, or want to receive other useful advice you should have a look at the following websites: www.apprenticeships.org.uk/Be-An-Apprentice.aspx w w w. l e e d s . g o v. u k / r e s i d e n t s / P a g e s / Becominganapprentice.aspx www.apprenticeships.org.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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ROBERT THOMPSON MOUSEMAN OF KILBURN

Robert Thompson’s furniture has travelled worldwide. The business founded in 1919 remains a thriving family firm whose ethics and working practices remain true to those of the master. Robert Thompson was born in Kilburn in North Yorkshire in 1876, son of the village carpenter and wheelwright. Good at school, Robert was sent to Cleckheaton on an engineering apprenticeship. But he preferred carpentry to metalwork and ended up working alongside his father. Though, whereas engineers work in measurements of one-thousandth of an inch, woodworkers rarely work to tolerances one tenth as tight. Robert Thompson the carpenter started work trained in engineering precision. Robert had often passed through Ripon, with its magnificent cathedral. His imagination was fired by the work of William Bromflet, a medieval woodcarver who had carved and decorated many of the cathedral’s furnishings. Robert Thompson resolved that he too would one day work with oak and resurrect the spirit of medieval carving. But it wasn’t until 1919 that he got his big break. A priest from Ampleforth Abbey was visiting a parishioner in Kilburn at the very time he was also looking for someone to make a large crucifix. He was introduced to Robert Thompson, who accepted the job on the spot. More commissions followed and word soon spread. Robert had six men working for him by 1925, then ten in 1928 when he

Robert Thompson wasn’t the only person inspired by the medieval carvings in Ripon Cathedral – this is among those said to have inspired Lewis Carroll’s Alice books.

Mouseman pieces can be as small as pin trays, napkin rings and letter openers. This cheese board was on offer at Ilkley Antiques Fair earlier this month.

received his first commission from the USA – for a dining table and four chairs. In 1934 the craftsmen numbered thirty. Two characteristics of Mouseman pieces are their adzed finish and signature 3-D mouse. An adze is an axe with a curved blade set at right angles. For small pieces, a miniature adze or “flat tool” is used, also leaving the surface looking like planished pewter. The trademark mouse first appeared in 1919, the year Thompson received his first artistic commission, and remains the company’s trademark today. Robert Thompson’s Craftsmen Ltd is a thriving business in Kilburn and includes a shop and visitor centre/museum. Pieces also regularly crop up at auctions, notably at Hartleys (Ilkley) and Tennant’s (Leyburn).

Hartleys (Ilkley) often has a selection of Mouseman furniture in catalogue sales. This pulpit sold for £750 in September.


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The Good Old Days Most people’s perception of the workhouse is guided by two prefixes commonly in use – Victorian or Dickensian. Oliver Twist and all that. But workhouses and state provision for the poor both predate Oliver Twist (1830s) by over two centuries. Poverty in England had become a public issue during the sixteenth century. The feudal system, effectively slavery, had eroded. Although communities were no longer tied, there was only the church to go to when times got hard. In the 1530s Henry VIII closed over 800 monasteries and smaller religious communities. A growing number of the poor and infirm had fewer places to go. In 1572 Parliament compelled parishes to levy taxes to relieve local poverty.

All that remains of Calverley Workhouse on Blackett Street – a dedication or foundation stone acknowledging Sir Walter Blackett (né Calverley) as the benefactor in 1756.

In 1576 towns were compelled to provide work for their unemployed. These and other measures were consolidated in 1601 – the very beginning of the welfare state. The term workhouse is a loose one. The earliest would have been in places where it was thought more economical and effective to provide for the poor and unemployed under one roof, not necessarily purpose built. They were formalised only in 1723, when Parliament sanctioned them as a last resort and deterrent to unemployment. Calverley Workhouse is a good example. No longer standing, it was built in 1756 and donated to the parish by Sir Walter

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No Meetup with Leeds Live Music and Art Lovers As part of our ongoing look at Leeds Meetup groups, all organised online via social media, we decided to connect with Leeds Live Music and Art Lovers. The group has over 800 members with as many as five meetups each week, mainly music and for a wide variety of tastes. They had a meetup planned for Sunday 9 February – at 1230 in the 1853 Gallery at Salts Mill, Shipley. The plan was to start there and go on to all the other art, industrial heritage and retail galleries spread over several floors of the immense Victorian mill. Then join for coffee in one of the mill’s restaurants or cafés. But things didn’t go according to plan – neither theirs nor ours.

Apart from Salts Mill’s own art and industrial heritage displays, there are several other art, cultural, design and leisure retail outlets – this early C20th fine art bronze was on show in Carlton Antiques (2nd floor).

Rules of engagement One group member had discovered that 1853 Gallery was closed for refurbishment. Not a problem – at least for those who checked the group’s web pages that morning. Plan B – meet at 1325 on the second floor. But the building is immense and full of art lovers – just where on the second floor? It wasn’t like meeting other groups such as mountain bikers, photographers or cake-bakers. There were no clues. We missed them.

Plan C Make the most of it. Not only is Salts Mill a remarkably well preserved monument to

A feature about the latest Hockney exhibition at Salts Mill was frustrated by David Hockney Inc’s reproduction fees – it would have cost $3200 to use this one...

Yorkshire’s textiles industry, it also houses a vast collection of original paintings by David Hockney. So, why not photograph and review the latest Hockney exhibition “25 Trees and Other Pictures”?

pic here, unaltered, would have cost us $3200 - not far short of £2000. Sorry folks - you’ll have to see them for yourselves. And, with the 1853 Gallery back in play, there’s even more to see.

Sadly Plan C also ground to a halt after we approached the Los Angeles based David Hockney Inc for clearance to publish. The reproduction fee is $400 for each of his pictures. So the use of the

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Bride to be and Leeds Trinity University journalism student Rachel Henry looking for inspiration. Modelling one herself (centre rear of group photo), she is pictured here looking at contemporary offerings from Amelia Elliot Bridal, Horsforth.

Wedding Dresses through the Ages St Margaret’s Church in Horsforth was the venue for a wedding fair with a difference on Sunday 16 February. St Margaret’s Social/ Events Group presented seventythree dresses, spanning the ninety years between 1923 and 2013, around sixty dotted around the church and the rest modelled in a show by brides past, prospective and their families. And, unlike other shows, there was only one commercial venture represented – two if you count the church vying for business as a wedding venue. A programme listed and dated each dress and the bride. Some had a story to go with them – notably the earliest, from 1923. Bride Martha Marshall’s father passed away unexpectedly several weeks before the wedding. So she ditched the

Bride to be and Leeds Trinity University journalism student Rachel Henry looking for inspiration. Modelling one herself (centre rear of group photo), she is pictured here looking at contemporary offerings from Amelia Elliot Bridal, Horsforth.

white gown and wore midnight blue in mourning. The wedding wasn’t photographed and the St Margaret’s event was the first opportunity that daughter Dorothy Havenhand had to visualise it as worn.

Spectacular dresses in spectacular settings – this example from 1990.

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Rugby League for all Schools Leeds Rugby Foundation’s Rugby League Development Plan for Leeds has been assured a second year through continuing partnership and sponsorship by PIMS Ltd, a Leeds based a heating, rewiring house refurbishment specialist. The Development Plan was launched with the aim of giving every youngster in Leeds the opportunity to play Rugby League - and the chance of attending a Leeds Rhinos or Hunslet Hawks game. To that end, the Foundation now has a staff of 13 full time Schools and Community Coaches, led by Leeds Rugby League Development Manager Leon Crick.

Colin Smith, Managing Director of PIMS, with wife Kath, is pictured here with LRF Ambassador Keith Senior. The former Rhinos, England and GB wing and centre remained at the very top of the game throughout the noughties.

Fighting on the Home Front – the Legacy of Women in World War One We have all seen Kate Adie on TV, in sober camouflage gear equally soberly reporting from some strife-torn area. Her writing style is quite different, just as direct and concise, but also dry and funny and with a wry sense of the absurd. This account of how women responded to the challenges and upheaval of WWI is based on original and meticulous research and Adie brings vividly alive the resourceful and courageous individuals she focuses on. All classes were affected, from princesses to parlourmaids,

with even Queen Mary planting potatoes and knitting for Britain. There are some astonishing portraits, notably of Flora Sandes, a vicar’s daughter from Poppleton. She had some St John Ambulance training and volunteered for nursing. In the

Having won every club and national honour possible, and having been elected to a World XIII for three years, Keith’s new role with LRF gives him an ideal opportunity to continue contributing to the game in general and Leeds in particular. Balkans from 1914, she realised her experience with a shotgun might be handy and was taken on as Private Sandes, 2nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Serbian Army. She was awarded Serbia’s most prestigious medal for bravery before being invalided out. Back home, she briefed the War Office and took to public speaking, raising funds and spearheading donations of clothing. That women could do men’s work – and do it very well – certainly helped them eventually towards getting the vote, but Adie makes it clear that entrenched attitudes died hard and that liberation was acceptable “for the duration” but, in many cases, for no longer. Fighting on the Home Front is published by Hodder and Stoughton at £20. A paperback version will be published in April and it is available now as an e-book.


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ALWOODLEY PARISH COUNCIL NEWS You may remember a few years ago Alwoodley in Bloom planted thousands of daffodil bulbs in the grass along King Lane. This bright display of flowers has been a welcome sign of approaching spring to many people and AiB's hard work is much appreciated. Unfortunately some people, perhaps not all of them residents of the Parish, don't know the bulbs are there. They are certainly doing their best to prevent the daffodils flowering this year by parking on the grass verges and churning up the grass and the bulbs. These bulbs were not planted by Leeds City Council, but by volunteers and AiB will be putting up some signs to this effect and requesting that people avoid parking there. By now residents and businesses near the route of the Tour de France should have received a letter from Leeds City Council advising them about arrangements for the day. Although actual racing does not begin until the cyclists have left Harewood, the whole "caravan," including bikes, support vehicles and so on, will travel up the A61 from Leeds City Centre on the morning of Saturday 5th July. It will take 40 minutes to pass any given spot! No one will be allowed to travel on the A61 (Harrogate Road) between approx 5 am and 3.30 4pm on that day. Residents living in roads adjacent to Harrogate Road, and only being able to exit onto it will not be able to leave their houses by car. Other roads will be severely affected. You can keep up to date with news of Le Grand Depart by checking LCC's website

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Marie Curie Cancer Care is the official charity partner of this year's Grand Départ and they would like as many people as possible to get involved and help raise funds. For ideas on how you can help visit http://www.mariecurie.org.uk/en-GB/fundraisingvolunteering/Tour-de-France-UK-2014/ Residents can contact LCC to support as well as object to local planning applications and, of course, are always welcome at our meetings to put their point of view. Details of new applications are shown on https://publicaccess.leeds.gov.uk/ online-applications/ and on the agendas posted on the Parish Council noticeboards. If you have strong views either way on any application then please make these views known as soon as possible. If we don't know how you feel then we can't take your views into account. Brown bin (garden waste) collections will restart on a fortnightly basis from 3rd March on the same collection day as last year. LCC will not be issuing calendars, find out more at www.leeds.gov.uk/ yourbinday Your Parish Councillors www.alwoodleyparishcouncil.org

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Seven Arts It’s no secret that Chapel Allerton is now seen as one of Leeds’ most vibrant suburbs. The collection of cafes, bars and boutique shops make this urban village a popular destination for families and young professionals alike. And Chapel Allerton even hosts it’s very own annual Arts Festival, running through the last week in August. Located in the midst of it all is Seven, opened as an independent arts space in July 2007. Seven offer a programme of cultural events most evenings and a café/ bar open from 10.30am – midnight daily, serving food from 12 noon. It’s a welcoming place and great to meet up with friends and enjoy some food before an event or even just enjoy a coffee and, perhaps, read the paper. The good news is that even if you only visit the café/bar, profits will still be used to promote the arts programme.

The aim was to make art accessible to all and inspire creativity within the community and Seven was 10 years in planning, and is run as a notfor-profit Community Interest Company. Promoting local talent as well as attracting work from further afield, Seven is an attractive and versatile venue, which can be adapted to host a variety of shows. Regular events include Screen Seven film nights, Kill For A Seat Comedy, dance and music events.

“The evening attracted a diverse crowd, from a tiny baby wearing ear defenders through to elderly ladies”

We were here for the EP launch of Yorkshire band, Little Braves, presented by MEWL Music, who grew out of Seven Unplugged, the monthly acoustic show at Seven, and so far they’ve presented a variety of genres including opera, folk and world music. Tonight’s listing centres around an indie-pop and folk vibe, and soon every seat in the house was taken. The evening attracted a diverse crowd, from a tiny baby wearing ear defenders through to elderly ladies, and it was great to see an audience enthralled by the music and not talking the whole way through, as you so often find. Of course, having the bar just at the other side of a soundproofed door is a big bonus, if you do want to combine a night with friends and entertainment. Support acts kick of with a couple of songs from Hearts of Lions, before moving on to Second Hand Wings, a band known for catchy indie melodies and soaring vocal


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harmonies. Obvious influences include Laura Marling and Fleetwood Mac and, with links to Leeds and Manchester, they have become regulars on BBC Radio, as have the final support, Jacobean Ruff. Here’s a band who play a variety of instruments and have a damn good time doing it! With guitars, mandolins and violins they presented a clever blend of traditional folk with a

modern edge. So, to the main act… It’s hard to believe that five piece Little Braves only formed in the summer of 2013, with such an accomplished sound and rich harmonies. This band have already played the Green Man Festival and we’re expecting more great things from them, and from Seven, in the future. www.sevenleeds.co.uk

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Charlotte Newman, LJWB Personality of the Year – an inspiring story The Leeds Jewish Welfare Board Pride Awards recognise outstanding achievement in six categories each year: Community Volunteer, Leader of Youth, Sports Personality and Male, Female and Youth Personality. Reading about all the nominees brings heartwarming realisation of the selfless commitment of ordinary people to their community and to the well-being of others. None is more moving than the story of Female Personality of the Year 2013, Charlotte Newman. A promising law student at Leeds University, in 2011 she was looking forward to graduating with her year group and practising Family Law. However, she was diagnosed with cancer and the nightmare began. Chemo and surgery brought hope of a

Charlotte Newman about to be interviewed by Lesley Millet on Radio Jcom, with Lesley’s invaluable Programme Assistant, Barbara Cline

cure before it became clear that even more aggressive treatment would be needed. Charlotte then had more chemo and a stem cell transplant, endured a month in isolation and radiotherapy – finally winning the battle. In remission, Charlotte became the face of the Teenage Cancer Trust and engaged in an epic round of fund-raising. A series of concerts at the Royal Albert Hall in March this year featured a video of Charlotte’s journey and saw her addressing the audience. Nearly a million pounds in donations resulted,

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The Second Otley Word Feast 2014 The second Otley Word Feast 28-30 March 2014, celebrating the written and spoken word has something for everyone and many events are free to attend. The Grand Opening Feast at Korks Wine Bar, 7.00pm on Friday 28 March includes the Town Mayor's prize-giving for the adult winners of the 'Market' writing competition, performances by local writers, music and a delicious supper. Children's prizes will be awarded in Otley Library on Saturday 29 March. Saturday's programme is wideranging, from a Kick-start Your Writing Breakfast at The Bowling Green. Then there are inspirational writing workshops for all levels of experience, speakers, children's activities in Otley Library, an Open Mic session and exciting poetry Slam for young people. Sonnets and Scones features afternoon tea with James Nash and there are many free events for all ages. In association with Otley Courthouse, there will be a

Sukhothai takes Thai dining to a whole new level Leeds and Harrogate based restaurant group, Sukhothai, has just added a sparkling new addition to the Leeds restaurant scene, with the unveiling of its brand new lower floor dining area at its flagship city centre site, on South Parade, Leeds. No expense has been spared to bring customers a really opulent, intimate place to dine, adorned with seductive lighting, fabulous pieces of Thai artwork and a stunning water feature. Another stunning inclusion is a

Audience at the 2012 Grand Opening Feast at Korks Wine Bar

performance of 'Standing in Line' at the Courthouse. On Sunday, there is a leisurely Walk with Words, led by Otley Walkers and a Gruffalo Walk for children. In addition, Otley Word Feast Press will launch their poetry anthology 'Spokes' at Korks Wine Bar. This celebrates all things cycling, with the Tour de France 2014 Grand Départ passing through Otley in July. Pick up the programme from

Otley Library, Otley Courthouse and around town, or check www. otleywordfeast.org.uk For booking/ticket information visit www.otleycourthouse.org.uk Otley Word Feast thanks: Otley Town Council, Leeds Council, the Co-operative Community Fund, Leeds Inspired and Otley Town Partnership for their sponsorship and Otley Library, Otley Courthouse and local businesses for their support.

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'Morning Mists' by Phil Hunter featured in the monochrome section of the LPS in house competition Machinery/Technology in February

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Roundhay Art Trail 27th April 2014 Plans for the first Roundhay Art Trail are progressing well. On Sunday 27th April, around 17 local artists will open their working spaces and studios to visitors, from 10.00am until 4.30pm. The aim of the event is to raise the profile of the visual arts in LS8 and show the range and depth of creativity that can be found in our area. Some artworks may be available for sale on the day or by commission. The trail will include artwork in a wide range of styles including, painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewellery and textiles. Confirmed participants include Mark Sofilas, who produces vibrant paintings, inspired by the rugged beauty of the Yorkshire coast. Jon Vogler makes sculpture in stone, wood, bronze and non-traditional materials which are displayed in his garden in Roundhay demonstrating the charm of sculpture in an intimate space. Recently Jon has started casting small bronze figures of animals and athletes. He will also be

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hosting Jo Dunn’s intuitive and exciting water colours in his summer house. Textile artists, Judy Merchant and Debbie Samuel create textural pictures rich in colour and depth, using fabric, paint, gesso and felt. Miriam Laville’s artwork is an investigation and response to organic forms such as dried vegetation, shells and flowers. She experiments with the media within each painting, building up surfaces with collage, gouache, varnish and oils and leaving other parts of the image simpler with suggestive lines.

Miriam Laville - Art work

There will be a route map with the profiles of all the participating artists and this will be available to download from the Roundhay Live website, www.is.gd/ roundhaylive. Copies will also be available at Oakwood Library and at Oakwood Farmers Market on the 15th March and 19th April.

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Lives:

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Favorite local brand: Mad Elizabeth

Style Icon:

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Occupation:

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Style Comments:

Eleanor definitely knows her stuff, casually wearing her midnight coloured faux fur coat with vibrant blue jeans. Her short edgy haircut and geek style glasses also give a bold statement and make her outfit all together quirkier.

Spotted at:

Trinity Shopping Centre

Name:

Carly Blade & Danni Gaynor

Lives:

Chapel Allerton & Shadwell

STYle: Classy

Favorite local brand: Aqua, Oaks

Lower Briggate

Name:

Stefan Jemeel

Lives: Adel

Style:

All black everything

Favorite local brand: Best

Style Icon:

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Occupation:

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Cheryl Cole, Sienna Miller Fashion Buyer, Teacher

Style Comments:

Carly and Danni rock their classic LBD and black playsuit. Showing that less is more in some situations as they both looks so glamorous. Carly’s gold pointed heels really complement her LBD black and gold together are a powerful combination!

Occupation: Style Comments:

Stefan only wears black and white, as he thinks simple is more effective, he prefers to stand out by using texture clashing rather than colours. He manages to pull off double leather without making it look over the top.


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Spotted at:

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Name:

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Lives:

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Favorite local brand: Best

Style Icon: Rihanna

Occupation: Student

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Favorite local brand: Blue Rinse

Style Icon: Tulisa

Occupation:

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This month’s FHAB takes us into the centre of our wonderful city to take a look at some of the most fashionable independent retailers. Despite having a huge number of chains and department stores Leeds still boasts some of the best shopping for those looking for more of a unique and personal touch. Shop:

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10 Duncan Street LS1 6DL A British Independent Designer Boutique playing on the grunge/ punk theme to make clothing stand out from the crowd. The clothing gets compared to the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Allsaints. This boutique originated in Leeds and has grown over the UK, their clientele usually range from 18-26 but whatever your age it’s worth a look as a lot of stock is most suited for occasions such as big birthdays, weddings etc.

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Best Sellers

1. Hudson Mid Skirt (tartan) 2. Tits and Chain crop tee

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22 New Market Street LS1 6DG Currently billed as Leeds’ most happening shop. Mainly sells re-worked fashions, which are normally one offs so the customer will always find something unique when shopping here. With a firm belief that a good environment creates a buzz for customers, the shop has a live DJ set every Saturday! Customers usually range from 15-30 but there is something for everyone.

Best sellers

Men: Retro Adidas jacket, Re worked Ralph Lauren shirt, Oversized Zipper tee Women: Cropped re-worked basketball jersey, Funky print one piece, Heaven knit tee


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Leeds’ Most Fashionable Retailers Uncovered! Shop:

Bo Carter

Central Arcade, 143 – 144 Briggate LS1 6BR Ethical shop, which doesn’t use materials such as fur and leather. Young designer Bo carter developed her shop by stocking 3 other designer’s work in store. Bo has won many accolaides including Best Independent Store and Designer of the Year in 2012.

Best Sellers: Blue Tartan print trousers / Oversized dogtooth coat / Monochrome paneled night dress

Shop:

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Blue Rinse 9 – 11 Call Lane LS1 7DH

Shop

Blue Rinse 9 – 11 Call Lane LS1 7DH A hip hop and happening vintage shop with 4 busy floors. Selling a unique mix of vintage clothing and accessories alongside their ’re made’’ range. Their target audience is manly student but does have a good mix of customers. They also provide some of their labels to the high street brand Urban Outfitters

Best Sellers

Black oversized denim jacket Floral vintage dress

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A hip hop and happening vintage shop with 4 busy floors. Selling a unique mix of vintage clothing and accessories alongside their ’re made’’ range. Their target audience is manly student but does have a good mix of customers. They also provide some of their labels to the high street brand Urban Outfitters

Best Sellers

3. Black oversized denim jacket 4. Floral vintage dress


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Really Useful Guide 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

Food, Drink & Farmers Markets Horsforth Beer & Cider Festival 2014

St Margaret's Church Hall, Church Lane, Horsforth, LS18 5LQ. Friday 7th March 12pm-11pm & Saturday 8th March 12pm till close. Last admission 7pm Saturday. FINE ALES, FOOD, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. www.horsforthbeerfestival.co.uk

Bramhope Farmers Market

Guiseley Farmers Market

The Station Pub, 70 Otley Road, Guiseley, LS20 8BH 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-1.30pm

Headingley Farmers Market

Rose Garden, North Lane, LS6 3JJ 2nd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm

Horsforth Farmers Market

St Margaret’s Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk

Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane, Bramhope, LS16 9AZ 2nd Saturday of every month 10am-1pm

Kirkstall Deli Market

Briggate Farmers & Craft Market

Oakwood Farmers 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.

Kirkstall Abbey, LS5 3EH Last Saturday of every month, 12pm-3pm 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

The Beehives Fair Trade Cafe & Fair Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town St, LS7 4NB. 15th March 10.30am-2.30pm Tasty snacks & cakes and a range of fair trade stalls. All welcome. Enquiries: thebeehiveleeds@yahoo.co.uk

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St Chad’s Hall, Otley Road LS16 5JT Tuesday 4th March, Simon Jordon – Inner City Living – ‘The BBC Marlborough St. Green Roof Project.’ always a friendly relaxed evening with tea/coffee/biscuits. Tuesday 1 April 8pm: Short AGM followed by member’s Spring Show plus Gordon Kirby and Joe Maiden’s demonstration. Membership is £12 per yr single and £18 per yr double. This gives entry to 10 Events evenings at St Chad’s and free admission to our 150th Anniversary of Leeds Flower Show at The Grammar School Leeds on 2nd/3rd August. New members are always welcome – join at the Events evening. Enquiries Pat 0113 2250030 or www.leedshs.org.uk

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. The next Action Morning takes place on Saturday 15 March, 9:30am til 12:30pm (activities include litter pick). Meet at Talbot Avenue entrance to the fields at 9:30am. Enquiries: foagf@ outlook.com phone or text 07590510499. Visit our websitewww.friendsallertongrange.org or Find Us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/ friendsofallertongrangefields

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Really Useful Guide National Vegetable Society

Paxton Hall, 186 Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, Leeds LS5 2AB. 11th March at 8pm the speaker will be James Shelley, proprietor of Shelley Seeds, giving an illustrated talk “A Bit About Vegetables”. FREE ENTRY with raffle and refreshments available, everyone welcome.

Woodburner

Seeks large wind-felled hardwoods for winter fuel. Contact adam.john.lowe@ ntlworld.com with a description of the timber and photos where possible.

Paxton Horticultural Society Spring Show Saturday, 5 April, at Paxton Hall, 186 Kirkstall Lane, Leeds, LS5 2AB. The show is open to the public from 2pm - 4.30pm - admission free. If anyone would like to exhibit, schedules are available from Graham Wheatley, telephone no. 0113 25630556

Sports, Health & Wellbeing Alwoodley Tennis Club

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

IBS Leeds

HEART Centre, Headingley, Friendly, informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Monthly meetings how being held. Please email me matt@letscureibs.com or www.letscureibs.com for details.

Moor Allerton Crown Green Bowls

Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp. Fire Station) The outdoor Bowls green will open on Saturday 29th March 2014 at 1:45pm. League bowlers and newcomers welcome. Contact Mavis Beeton 01132935367

Leeds Tai Chi Academy Beginners Class

Chapel Allerton Primary School, LS7 3PD Mondays 7pm. Enquiries: 07581 217074 milarepason@hotmail.co.uk www. leedstaichiacademy.org

North East Leeds FC

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.

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

Chapel Allerton Running Club

Post Natal Yoga

Moor Allerton Snooker Club

Chapel Allerton Tennis & Squash Club, Wensley Avenue, LS7 3QX Meeting Wednesdays at 6.30pm

Leeds Coeliac Group

Offering support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Come along and join us at one of our social events. Monday 24th March 2014. Leeds Coeliac Group AGM. 7.30 pm. St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Road, Leeds LS16 5JT. Guest Speaker: Helen Davies, Senior Dietitian, Leeds NHS Hospital Trusts. Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 leeds@coeliac.org.uk or enquiries@ leedscoeliacgroup.org.uk

Leeds Fencing Club

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

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

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

Scott Hall Badminton Club Scott Hall Leisure Centre, LS7 3DT (corner Scott Hall Rd & Potternewton Lane) Mondays from 8pm -10pm

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

Leaf Collecting Snow Clearing Garden Maintenance & Design Patios & Driveways

All Tree Work Fencing, Gates & Decking Block Paving/ Tarmac Brick & Stone Walling

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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).

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

Alwoodley Community Association The Avenue, Alwoodley, Leeds, LS17 7NZ. Enquiries: 0113 2671331

Bardsey Debating & Literary Society (est. 1937)

Bardsey Village Hall, Woodacre Lane, LS17 9DG Fortnightly meetings held on Tuesday at 7.30pm. (September-April). Ladies & Gentlemen are invited to join this extremely friendly society. Varied programme & social events. Enquiries: 0113 2862581 membership secretary or 01937 573061 secretary

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)

Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town Street LS7 4NB. Meet 1st Tuesday in the month 2pm to 3.30pm. Enquiries: 0113 8873597 or chapelallertongn@ royalvolunataryservice.org.uk

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

Chapel Allerton Knitting Group

C.A.S.A. (Chapel Allerton Seniors’ Association)

Methodist Centre, Town St LS7 4NB Drop-In every Wednesday 2pm-4pm. Come along to chat, meet new friends, play dominoes or cards. Enjoy free refreshments with regular piano music & bookstall.

C.A.T.S. Chapel Allerton Town Street Lunch Club (for older people.) The Methodist Centre, Town Street. LS7 4NB. Tuesdays 12:15pm1:45pm £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 Branch Labour Party

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

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

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

Rooms For Hire

Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town St LS7 4NB No smoking or alcohol permitted. Enquiries: Rita 0113 2687777

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

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

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.

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Really Useful Guide 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

Leeds Magical Association

North Leeds History Group

Moor Allerton Library, Moor Allerton Centre, LS17 5NY Mondays 1pm -3pm. Friendly informal group examining the history of Medieval Britain with many reflections also on the modern world. Admission inc. tea/coffee and biscuits for just £2 a week. New members welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2256405

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

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

Lunch Club

Room Hire

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

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

Northcall Over 55’s Club

53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Wednesdays 1pm-3pm. Fun activities, quizzes, games, trips out, various speakers. Enquiries:0113 2689993

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 Stainbeck Community Hall, 162 Stainbeck Lane LS7 2EA Weekday availability for classes, adult education, pre-school or community groups. Full disabled access. Open 8.3010pm and 8.30-9pm on Sunday. Enquiries: 0113 393 0922

Stainbeck Community Cafe

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 Busy Bs

St Barnabas Church Hall, The View, Alwoodley LS17 7NA 3rd Wednesday of the month. Light lunch at 12.30pm. Company, coffee, biscuits, conversation, various activities and a warm welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2682591 or 0113 2268269

The Yorkshire Far East Veterans Group

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

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).

Wharfedale & District Aeromodeller's Club

Salem Hall, Main Street, Burley In Wharfedale Experienced flyers, juniors & beginners welcome to join. Contact Jeff Smith 0113 2603557 for times/days

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

Girl Guides

Interested in Girlguiding? Enquiries: Lynne Reid lynne.reid1@btinternet.com

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Really Useful Guide Harehills Movement and Music Playgroup

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 2689993

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

Miscellaneous Leeds Feline Friends- Spring Fair

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

St Margaret's Church Hall, Horsforth LS18 5LQ Saturday 29th March 10am-1pm. Variety of stalls including Easter Egg tombola, books & cakes. Delicious refreshments also available. Many bargains to be found. Can you give one of our rescue cats a safe and loving home well away from a busy road? Please take a look on www. leedsfelinefriends.org.uk 0113 2160593 mail@leedsfelinefriends.org.uk

St John Vianney Baby & Toddler Group

Leeds and Moortown Furniture Store

Spanish Playgroup

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

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

Otley Word Feast 2014

An enjoyable feast of words with something for everyone and many free events. Grand Opening Feast at Korks Wine Bar Friday 28th March, 7pm. Tickets £8 inc supper. Saturday 29th March and Sunday 30th March, highlights include creative writing workshops, Open Mic and Slam competitions, author events, speakers, walks, children and family activities. For more information, visit www.otleywordfeast.org.uk and check www.otleycourthouse.org.uk for ticket and booking information.


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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 All work guaranteed by DGCOS For more information see: www.dgos.org.uk

Specialists in energy efficient installations Over 25 years experience High security doors & windows Free no obligation quotations Anti-snap & bump lock barrels as standard Beautiful bespoke conservatories Lock upgrades to existing doors Professionally fitted roofline Service to existing windows NO SALESMEN - DEAL DIRECT WITH THE FITTER

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Really Useful Guide 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

Loidis International Folk Dancing Group

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: 0113 228 636 or 01423 505006

Stainbeck Art Club

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

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

Art Classes

The Leeds Calligraphy Guild

Alwoodley Lace & Crafts

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

Free Photography Course

53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Interested in Photography? Northcall run a 6 weeks free course. Enquiries: 0113 2689993

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

WRVS Care Art Group

Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close, Roundhay LS8 1BF Wednesdays 1.30-3.15. Beginners to all levels. Enquiries: 0113 268 0406

Leeds Marquetry Group

Polish Catholic Centre, Newton Hill Rd LS7 4JE Wednesdays 7pm www.leedsmarquetry.org.uk

Leeds Movie Makers

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

Leeds Photographic Society

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

HICKS

PLACES OF WORSHIP 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

Stainbeck United Reformed Church

Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP. http://stainbeck.urc.org.uk

The Leeds Vineyard

Headingley Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Otley Road, Leeds LS6 3HZ. Enquiries: 0113 2459111 OR www.leedsvineyard.org

Alwoodley Park Methodist

The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds LS17 7BX

St Barnabas C of E

The View, LS17 7NA. www.stbarnabasleeds.org.uk

St. John's

Harrogate Road LS17 7BZ. www.stjohnsmoorallerton.org

St Paul's RC Church

Buckstone Crescent LS17 5ES. stjohnvianney.org.uk

St. Stephen's

Cranmer Rd, Moortown, LS17 5PX

The Immaculate Heart of Mary RC Church 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

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