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Hello and welcome to this month’s Covered – the magazine for the Leeds suburbs. Most of us pass Leeds Town Hall fairly regularly but when is the last time you popped in and had a poke around? We visited this month for an access all areas look behind the scenes. There’s certainly more to the Town Hall than we thought. Have a look at this month’s Places of Interest feature and see for yourself. It’s some time since we last visited a vegetarian restaurant, the last time being our visit to the impressive Cheerful Chilli in Otley. We thought it was time we featured another so popped in to Roots & Fruits in Leeds’ Grand Arcade where we found a truly interesting menu and story behind the business. Long gone are the days when vegetarian and vegan places offered up nut-roast as their signature dish. See this month’s Food & Drink for more.
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ROOTS AND FRUITS Roots and Fruits is now practically an institution. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and recently under new ownership, this vegetarian and vegan cafe first opened its doors in November 1989 to rapturous applause from non meat eaters previously deprived of a good place to eat out in Leeds centre. Twenty five years later and things have changed quite a bit in the city. Roots and Fruits though is still going strong and remains one of the the very few places to offer an exclusively meat free menu, rather than just a token number of dishes. That doesn’t mean to say that it only caters for vegetarians and vegans, of course. With a growing interest in food and sustainable living, people are
often keen to know the origin of their food, not to mention the cost to the environment. Added to this is the rise of the so called ‘gastrotourists’. According to recent research, more and more travellers are choosing their holiday destination based on the culinary experience available, with many keen to try out new flavours. And exciting new flavours is certainly something which Roots and Fruits
has to offer the discerning diner, right here in Leeds. Located in the smart and recently refurbished Grand Arcade, Roots and Fruits is popular with pretheatre diners and you can expect them to be bustling just before curtain call and also over lunch time. Offering diners a myriad of freshly cooked and delicious dishes, with the opportunity to bring your own alcohol for a small corkage fee, it’s easy to see the attraction in this quirky and friendly cafe. New owners Kay Jones and Richard Young took over around a year ago and are the third owners in the history of Roots and Fruits. Passionate about the cafe, and the ethos behind it, they have renovated to a fresh, contemporary style and vibrant caterpillar greens with sumptuous cerise pinks provide a fitting backdrop to the interesting mosaic tiled counter. Pleasant lighting highlights the work of local artists on the walls and many of the
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original Grand Arcade features remain. The huge windows offer customers the opportunity to watch the world go by from this tranquil oasis, which is just a stone’s throw away from the main shops and offices, and the original numbered floor tiles are still present in the doorway too, which seems only appropriate in an area of Leeds now known for its vintage stores and craft shops. You can expect a warm and knowledgable welcome at Roots and Fruits. Kay and Richard and are keen to showcase fresh and imaginative dishes alongside tried and tested favourites and to show that vegetarian food can be enjoyable and accessible for everyone. A quick glance through the menu reveals a range of dependable dishes such as an all day breakfast, burritos and a hearty lasagne or moussaka which sit alongside more exotic dishes such as crisp julienne vegetable, lemongrass and noodle salad, served with a Cambodian wedding day dip, or homemade chickpea and broad bean falafel. There is also a selection of lighter meals on offer such as goat’s cheese fritters with an onion marmalade, haloumi salad with puy lentils or Welsh rarebit, which may leave room for one of the fabulous desserts such as
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such creative culinary delicacies. All of the burgers and soups are hand-made and vary according to whatever seasonal produce is available and you can expect such tasty options such as a marrow, fennel and rosemary soup, served with a bread bun freshly baked each day on the premises. Fresh sandwiches are also an option and include time honoured classics such as egg mayo sitting alongside a tempting artichoke and chickpea salad. Cheese roulade, spicy curries and dhal add to the range of dishes from around the world and are popular favourites on the menu too, offering a warming choice as the cold nights draw ever closer. Roots and Fruits is the only restaurant in Leeds to be approved by the Vegetarian Society, which
means that not only do they reach a very high standard and are cruelty and meat free, but all eggs are free-range and all dishes GM free, proving that conscientious and ethical dining can be achieved at an affordable price. Whilst the dishes here are very reasonably priced, there is no scrimping on quality and all produce and suppliers have been very carefully hand selected. All coffee is Fairtrade, as is much of the tea selection and hot chocolate, and the range of freshly made smoothies are vegan and gluten free. There is also a selection of cold drinks and juices available and you will find a range of handcrafted chocolate by Sweet Revolution, made in Wetherby, and cakes baked freshly by local favourites, That Old Chestnut.
At Roots and Fruits, they are happy to cater for differing tastes and many dishes can be adjusted to be suitable for vegans and gluten free diners are encouraged to enquire about dishes. The cafe is also available for private parties and has disabled access, though it should be noted that the toilet is upstairs. Much of the food is available to take away and orders can be rung through in advance and they are open from 11 am until 7 pm, Monday to Saturday. Roots and Fruits have very kindly offered Covered magazine readers a 10% discount from their bill. Just mention ‘Covered’ when you pay to receive your discount. www.rootsandfruits.net 10-11 Grand Arcade Leeds Tel: 0113 2428313
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to reinvigorate them. If you have any spare garlic cloves, plant them now. If not for eating, then for making your own garlic wash. Sweet peas and early varieties of broad beans may be sown under cover, then picked out and grown on in a cold frame. This is the month of cutting and cleaning, collecting sacks of fallen leaves for composting, and enjoying the beautiful colours of autumn. Cut back large rose bushes by half, to eliminate wind rock – then pick up all the old fallen leaves, and remove any leaves on the plant with black spot or rust and remove them completely from the garden.
Tulips and hyacinths may be planted now, consider planting two or three layers of bulbs in deep pots for a spectacular display. Do not forget to bring your tender plants inside this month, alternatively, give them a deep mulch to protect them over winter.
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Stocking Up The RSPB is often asked for help in identifying an “unusual” bird – people will mention a stripy head, blue wings, black moustache or white rump. This mysterious creature usually turns out to be a jay. Normally shy birds that keep to the tree canopy, in autumn jays become more visible as they hunt out acorns around our streets and gardens. As a bird, the jay has everything – it is beautiful, intelligent, resourceful and full of character. Their activity at this time of year has an important purpose, as most of the acorns they collect are buried to provide a “larder” in times of food scarcity. Each individual can collect and store around 5,000 acorns, and, amazingly, they can remember up to 75% of these hiding places when they need to retrieve the food. Jays go to some considerable trouble to avoid being seen when they are hiding food, and even dig it up and re-bury it if they think they have been watched.
wood pile which will attract beetles and other insects, and provide a safe place for larger creatures such as hedgehogs? Check out the RSPB website for more ideas at http://www.rspb.org. uk/makeahomeforwildlife/advice/ gardening/
Any questions, ideas, suggestions or observations about local birds and wildlife, garden or otherwise are welcome and will be included in future articles. Please email: info@ covered-magazine.net or write to Covered at the usual address. Other birds can also be seen “caching”, as it’s called – coal tits dash back and forth from feeders, and nuthatches wedge seeds under tree bark. As the days get shorter, the struggle for survival becomes more intense for all our wildlife, so anything you can do to make a home for nature will be even more important. Why not make a dead
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Leeds Roller Dolls If you’ve seen the film Rollerball, either the 1975 original or 2002 remake, then you’ll have a good idea of the aims behind the rapidly growing sport of roller derby. OK, the circuits aren’t banked, there is no ball to get into any goal and nobody is riding or being pulled by a motorcycle. But the vigour, attitude and razzamatazz are just the same. Two teams of five, drawn and rotated from squads of up to fourteen in any one match, compete on a circuit roughly the size of a tennis court. Always travelling anti-clockwise, the aims of each team are twofold and identical; assist your own nominated player (the “jammer”) to lap the opposition as often as possible – while blocking your opponents’ jammer from doing exactly the same. The matches are played over two periods of 30 minutes, each half being broken down into shorter periods of up to two minutes. The rules governing what blocking or charging manoeuvres are or aren’t permissible remain a mystery to the newbie spectator – but referees are
The closely contested final between Furness (turquoise) and Newcastle (black). Here Furness are blocking Newcastle’s “jammer” (the starred cap almost hidden behind Baddie Long Legs).
there to enforce rules dedicated to player safety. Though that’s not to say that there aren’t several heavily protected spills during each play. Eighty years ago in USA the sport was fully professional and attracted up to five million spectators. The modern revival is around ten years old with the game being predominantly all-female, amateur and administered by volunteers. The showbiz and glamour elements that allegedly ruined the game in USA have been reintroduced
Thanks to Leeds Roller Dolls’ Vikki Brown (right) for inviting us to the tournament and to Helen Tulloch (or R. I. Punzell) for helping her explain the rules. Vikki is a recreational roller and Helen rolls with Rebel Roses, their travelling A Team.
– glitzy kit, loud music, running commentaries and all players known by nicknames drawn from their own, or their characteristics or style of play. On the match day we attended, the Leeds line-up included Meg Argh Bite and Rigor Morris ... On the day, at Leeds Footsal Stadium on 20 September, six teams from the north (Sheffield, Hull, Halifax, Furness, Newcastle and Leeds) were competing in the fifth annual Great Yorkshire Showdown. Multiple matches (here a warm-up “A” match, six league matches and then a final) are more popular than single ones due to the cost of venue and travel. The result? Whippin Hinnies (Newcastle) beat Furness Firecrackers 173 points to 172 – a remarkably close and high scoring final. Leeds Roller Dolls’ home fixtures close just as this issue commences distribution. So you’ll have to visit leedsrollerdolls.co.uk and related social media to get the latest news, results and league positions. There is also a wealth of information for wannabe rollers (league, recreational or junior) and a plea for volunteers in organisational and support roles.
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The Spirit of Christmas Leeds Male Voice Choir are set to light up Leeds Minster as they perform in their biggest Christmas concert yet on Saturday 13 December. Formed in 1916 in Middleton the choir has been singing across Leeds and Yorkshire for almost a century and has members ranging from 23 to 89. The Spirit of Christmas looks set to be a spectacular fun filled affair for the whole family, with free entry for accompanied children. Joined by a host of soloists, guest choirs and even a special guest from the North Pole the choir will mark the festive season with popular Christmas songs and Yuletide favourites. The Director of Leeds Male Voice Choir Tim Knight explained “We’re delighted to be returning to Leeds Minster after the success of ‘The Best of British’ in June and have planned a cornucopia of Christmas music for the whole family. We have with a number
of very well-known Christmas songs, new pieces, traditional carols and a few surprises”. The Spirit of Christmas concert takes place on Saturday 13 December at Leeds Minster on Kirkgate in Leeds at 7.30 and tickets are available via www.leedsmalevoicechoir.eventbrite.co.uk or by telephoning 0113 243 1605
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GET INVOLVED: ST GEMMA’S SANTA DASH “Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? On Lands Lane, snow is glistening, a beautiful sight, to see peoples delight, dashing in a winter wonderland”. Are you looking forward to Santa shimmying down your chimney this year? Then get in the festive spirit by taking part in the Leeds Santa Dash in Leeds City Centre. Hundreds of Santas take part every year, raising vital funds for St Gemma’s Hospice. It’s time to dust off your running shoes, gather the elves, and sign up for this amazingly festive event on 14 December 2014! Depending on your ability you can dash through the city, taking in the Christmas sights, for either one or two miles. The dash is suitable
St Gemma’s November Vintage Fair Following the huge success of September’s Fair, it seems that all things vintage are still very popular with the people of Leeds. Floods of people packed the St Gemma’s Hospice events centre in Moortown to grab a vintage bargain, a piece of jewellery or item for their home. With people saving their pennies now rather than splurging on new items, vintage is the way to go. You can get your hands on quality pieces of home ware and clothing for a fraction of the cost of a new item – plus you have the added bonus of owning a distinct, or unique piece. St Gemma’s Hospice are now looking ahead to the next Vintage Fair on Sat 15th & Sun 16th November from 10.00am until 2.00pm on both days. The Vintage Tea Rooms will serve a selection of
for Santas or Elves of all ages and abilities (wheel chair/pram friendly route). There’ll be lots of seasonal cheer from the crowds to get you on your way. A warm up to loosen those limbs will take place at the start, led by a live brass band and there’s a choir singing carols at the end to get you in the seasonal spirit. Plus there are hundreds of other Santas to pound the pavements with. Don’t forget to get your cheeks all rosy with hot drinks and free food at
Little Tokyo after the dash! Be part of this fun and festive Christmas event, embracing the spirit of giving………then Santa will know just how good you have been! It’s £8 to register and you get your Santa Suit provided, children u12 are free and are encouraged to wear festive fancy dress (prizes for best dressed). Visit: www.st-gemma.co.uk, call: 0113 218 5505 or email: beckyh@st-gemma.co.uk to sign up now!
delicious treats, with lunch served in the bistro to keep your energy up for the shopping. For those that love fixing-up old clothes, or have found some scraps of fabric you can’t think what to do with – visit the Upcycling Guru to learn simple hand sewing techniques. St Gemma’s Shops will also have a range of upcycled furniture on offer. The event will also display a very special selection of wedding dresses – the perfect opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind dress with a retro edge, or one you can tailor to make your own! BBC Auctioneer, Gary Don, will be there on the Saturday morning to provide antique valuations so dust off your items in the attic and find out if you’ve been hoarding a secret treasure trove. Finally, on show will be an original vintage Brum Pedal Car – a fantastic opportunity to relive memories of this British children’s superhero rescue television series.
All this plus live vintage tunes to jive along to as you shop makes it an event not to be missed! For more information call: 0113 218 5580, email: daniellel@st-gemma.co.uk or visit www.st-gemma.co.uk/vintagefair
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Friends of Roundhay Park 2015 calendar Friends of Roundhay Park were surprised to find that orders for their 2015 calender had already started to arrive by mid summer 2014, well before they had finished making the final selection of photographs that would appear in it. “We have produced a calendar for the last 5 years and never imagined that demand would remain as high as it is.” said David Binns, Secretary of Friends of Roundhay Park. “Many buy it because the pictures are a reminder of happy times spent in the Park but we also find that they are bought as gifts for family and friends who no longer live in Leeds, or even the UK”. The calendar is one of the main ways the registered charity uses to raise funds for the extensive work they do in the park such as clearing and replanting new areas, bulb and wildflower planting and maintenance of The Friends Garden. The 2015 calendar has been sponsored by Councillors, The Chambers, Del Verde Restaurant, Fryday's, Yvonne Goodwin Wealth Management, Leeds Dance Academy, Troy Autopoint, WHS Accountants, With Love and Scott Pullen and Sons Fairgrounds. The FoRP calendar is on sale for £6.99 at Tropical World, The Mansion cafe, City Stationers, Timoney's and With Love in Oakwood, Headrow Galleries, Del Verde Restaurant, Philip Howard Books. Street Lane and Lidgett Lane Post Office. Orders on email from news@forp.co.uk or by telephoning David Binns (FoRP Secretary) on 0113 2932893 will be supplied at £6.99 to INCLUDE postage and packing to any UK address.
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History in the Making at Barwick All Saints’ Church Barwick All Saints’ was one of the historical buildings which opened its doors to the public over the heritage weekend of 13-14 September. Parishioners acted as guides and conducted rolling tours, highlighting the most significant features of the AngloSaxon church (with significant Norman and later extensions). When Covered arrived, a volunteer guide was explaining the history and significance of three of the church’s oldest features. The two Saxon stones are testament to its Anglo-Saxon origins. The smaller stone (left) is believed to date from the eighth century and was part of the upright of a cross. The interwoven patterns suggest even earlier links to Celtic decoration. The larger stone is also believed to be part of the upright of a cross. The decoration on the larger stone is a figure with his hands on two smaller. Is the scene anecdotal, biblical or, even, Scandinavian legend? These stones were recovered from the church walls in 1900. The third is the church’s ancient altar stone, recently rediscovered and presently tucked away in the same corner. During the Reformation, under Henry VIII, it was commonplace for a church’s most important features to be removed or destroyed. This altar had been removed and incorporated into the floor of the church – placing it underfoot was considered a great insult to the Catholic faith originally responsible for its existence. Only
recently did someone notice that the badly worn slab of stone still showed three of the five crosses traditionally carved into each altar stone – one on each corner and one in the centre. It is either late Anglo-Saxon or early Norman. Discussion on how to restore this important piece of history into everyday use is currently impeded by other budgetary priorities, notably the church roof and perimeter wall. The stone statue of The Virgin Mary, presently located in the vestry, is believed to be further evidence of state sponsored vandalism during the Reformation. During the nineteenth century, the statue was found buried in the garden of one of the cottages then standing in the church grounds. It is likely that it was hidden there for safe keeping at the time.
WWI commemorations continue Among their numerous community activities, and following their special WWI centennial commemorative service on Sunday 3 August, All Saints’ is holding a special Armistice Day service on Wednesday 11 November. They also hope to repeat their August weekend display of villagers’ WWI artefacts and memorabilia.
These Anglo-Saxon stones, discovered in 1900, confirm All Saints’ earliest origins.
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Central to that display will be the Union Flag which currently hangs in the church (pictured). Donated by the local Royal British Legion, it once flew over Thiepval Memorial in Somme, France. That memorial bears the names of over 72,000 British and South African servicemen killed in the (two) Battles of the Somme and who have no known grave. They would like to hear from any villagers who have family or community related WWI artefacts or memorabilia available for loan during their November exhibition.
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26 News from the Suburbs
Book review: The New World by Andrew Motion Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson, is a children’s classic. Former Poet Laureate, Andrew Motion, has loved it since childhood. It has, he says, “excitement, mystery, intrigue, suspense, pathos and human sympathy”. Stevenson left his tale just asking for a sequel and, in 2012, Andrew Motion wrote it. In Silver, Natty, daughter of Long John Silver and Jim, son of Jim Hawkins, return to finish what their fathers left undone. That story too ended in a cliff-hanger – or rather the opposite, since Natty and Jim were blown off course and shipwrecked at the bottom of a cliff on the Texas coast. The New World picks up there. On the way back, they
FABIAN HAMILTON MP: going green All at once I find that I have become smooth, refined, discreet and almost silent. No, this is not my re-engineered political persona but is the result of my being invited to try out an electric car around the constituency. A local garage has lent me a Nissan Leaf and I am rapidly becoming a convert. The Nissan is impressive. Its outward design is different and there are idiosyncrasies in the interior layout but it not about the specifics of this particular car on which I want to dwell for a moment. The whole experience is making me ask, “Is this the future for our use of road vehicles?” I am amazed at the silence of the car having always associated
landscapes both savage and serene. It is a gripping road trip without roads, written in limpid prose; a book for readers young and old, utterly uncondescending to the former. A feature of the writing is the light touch with which Andrew Motion makes us aware of the immense loss of indigenous culture, destroyed by Westerners who thought they knew better. The New World also leaves the story open – no cliffs this time, just the marshy coast of southern England. We shall have to wait for the conclusion.
steal something they should have left alone and begin a race across America to escape the clutches of its evil owner. They encounter native American tribes, a wandering group of European circus artists, uprooted warriors, pioneering eccentrics and
electric motors with the sound of the vacuum cleaner. The torque or pulling power is remarkable and there is no difficulty in getting up to speed in traffic along with other road vehicles. Again, my previous impressions had always been fashioned by remembering the electric milk floats that were universal when I was a boy. Finally the car exudes the kind of comfort and functionality that would be expected in any modern car. The only real question mark is over range. It is reckoned to be about 100 miles and while the number of charging points is growing, I would still be nervous, perhaps unjustifiably, about setting off to London knowing I would need to maybe recharge twice during my journey.
Covered has a dedicated copy of The New World for a lucky reader. If you’d like to be put in the draw to win then send your name and contact details to: New World, Covered, Butonia House, Clayton Wood Close LS16 6QE or email: liz@covered-magazine.net We will pick one name at random. The final date for entries is 11/11/14.
How quiet our streets and cities would be if all vehicles were electric! How environmentally responsible it would be if vehicles were powered from wind or water power whose vagaries are entirely matched when there is a solution for energy storage! Where better to store that energy but in the vehicles we so much need to use. The demand for oil would lessen significantly. Pollution in the cities would drastically reduce and just think of the relief that would give to those suffering from asthma. What are the next steps? Batteries that can offer say 300 miles; reduced costs - particularly of the batteries themselves and not such a flight of fancy - some additional electronics such that the car can drive itself safely to where I want to go. Google is on the case already. “Roll on,” I say. Fabian Hamilton MP 335 Roundhay Road LS8 4HT TEL: 0113 249 6600
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ROUNDHAY & OAKWOOD FESTIVAL The first Roundhay and Oakwood Festival will be a festival of music, arts, literature, poetry, comedy, kid’s activities and craft making taster sessions. It will be run by the Oakwood Traders and Residents Association during the half-term holiday from 25th October to 2nd November 2014 with venues all over Oakwood and Roundhay. The events will include a Murder Mystery evening, Comedy with Silky, Meet the Brewer sessions,
create your own pizza topping, a barbeque and blues evening, art installations and craft taster sessions. Leading Leeds crime novelists Chris Nickson and Frances Brody will be presenting an author in conversation session and holding a further literary event on writing about Music. The Craft at the Clock will be held at the Clock on the Saturday. Craft taster sessions will be held with Christmas bunting sessions, felt making, Japanese Calligraphy, Maths and English classes as well as Pilates classes. Films hosted by REAP will be put on during the festival. The Clandestine Cake Club will tickle the taste buds, inviting cake makers to come
along to bake and taste at a secret location during the festival as well. There will be a full array of Halloween orientated activities going on from apple bobbing and pumpkin carving to Halloween pottery decorating. This community event follows the success of Clock Rock and Two Empty Barrels, the free music event, as well as the Oakwood Day held in May as a fund-raiser for the restoration of the Oakwood Clock. To find out more about what is happening and book for events at the Roundhay and Oakwood Festival, go to the http://loveoakwood.co.uk webpage.
Have your say on future improvements to Allerton Grange Fields The Friends of Allerton Grange Fields group is launching an online Park User Survey and inviting local people to have their say on how to improve Allerton Grange Fields. Friends of Allerton Grange Fields is working with Leeds City Councils Parks & Countryside Service through a Partnership Agreement to protect, maintain and enhance the 2.5 hectare Allerton Grange Fields located off Talbot Avenue in north Leeds as a public green open space for present and future generations to enjoy. Over the last twelve months Friends of Allerton Grange Fields, in partnership with Roundhay Environmental Action Project (REAP), has established a Community Orchard, an Edible Flowerbed and three yellow flowerbeds dedicated to the Tour de France Grand Depart 2014 along the cycle path through the fields. The fields have also been used for sports by local clubs and associations including The Roundhegians Rugby Football Club, St Edmunds (10th North Leeds) Scout Group, Multi Sports Coaching Camp hosted by Leeds City Council and a five a side football tournament as part of the Brackenwood Community Fun Day.
One of the edible beds created by Friends of Allerton Grange Fields.
The survey will gather information from local residents and park users about how they use the fields and what improvements, events and activities they would like to see established. The feedback will inform the Greenspace Management Plan for Allerton Grange Fields and also help set and prioritise future environmental improvement activities. The online survey, which will take just minutes to complete, can be found at www. friendsallertongrange.org/user-survey-2014
28 Places of Interest
LEEDS TOWN HALL Mention Leeds Town Hall and most would think of the iconic clock tower, or the four white stone lions which guard the entrance to this majestic building. Yet there is much more to discover about this landmark in the midst of our busy metropolis. This Grade I Listed building was built from millstone grit during the population boom of the 19th century. Leeds was then a dirty town, with coal driven steam engines and many unsanitary conditions. The now beautiful Victoria Quarter was then an open air slaughter house, with the blood carried down Briggate (‘road to the bridge’) and into the river. Also on Briggate was the Moot Hall which was used as the city’s courthouse, but the swift rise in population meant that this became inadequate. A tender was launched to design a new municipal ‘palace’ which would give the Victorian
working classes something to aspire to and show Leeds as the successful city it had fast become. The contract was won by little known architect, Cuthbert Brodrick, who later designed other buildings such as the Corn Exchange, Mechanics Institute and the Turkish Baths which sat on Cookridge Road, before he became obscure. Interestingly, the clock tower was not part of Brodrick’s original design and was added after civic leaders requested a grander architectural building. Leeds Town Hall was then used as a model for many buildings across the British Empire.
An estimated 20,000 people lined the streets to see Queen Victoria open the town hall in 1858. Her statue remains in the vestibule to this day and the grand central hall was spontaneously named Victoria Hall in her honour during the opening ceremony. In May
“An estimated 20,000 people lined the streets to see Queen Victoria open the town hall in 1858”
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1942, 25,000 people turned up to hear Winston Churchill give a speech on the steps of Leeds town hall and, nowadays, the building plays host to wedding ceremonies, conferences and council departments, including PEPU (Peace Emergency
Planning Unit). The opulent Victoria Hall remains a venue for many performances and its concert organ is the largest three manual example in Europe. It contains 6600 pipes and is one of the few organs capable of playing a lower A note and lunchtime
recitals are largely given by Dr Simon Lindley who has been Leeds Civic Organist for almost 30 years. Tours are now available and as well as visiting the grand Victoria Hall include the courtroom, which was functioning up until 1991 and has featured in TV programmes such as Emmerdale and The New Statesman. From here you can visit the original prison cells in which 81 unfortunate Victorians were held before being transported to Armley Jail to be hung. Somewhat worryingly, when exhuming the bodies at the jail, an extra corpse was discovered and remains unidentified. Next it’s up the 203 spiral steps to the clock tower which, at 225 feet, was the tallest building in Leeds until 1966 and still houses the original William Potts of Pudsey timepiece, as well as offering some of the most magnificent views across the city.
30 Blast from the Past
What Price Valour? What price valour? This 1914 (Mons) Star group of three medals was awarded posthumously in respect of 7629 Sergeant James Arthur Battle of School Lane, Chapel Allerton. Serving with The Yorkshire Regiment, Sgt Bartle was killed in action in Belgium on 22 October 1914. The medals, plaque, frame and four related regimental photographs sold for £450 at Hartleys Auctioneers (Ilkley) in October.
Chapel Allerton paid a price during WWI. Recent issues of Covered have included details of the two Maxwell brothers of Stainbeck Road, killed within months of each other shortly after the outbreak. More recently, the October medals section of Hartleys Auctioneers in Ilkley included the WWI medals and death plaque awarded posthumously in respect of Sergeant James Bartle of School Lane, Chapel Allerton. Sergeant Bartle was killed in action in October 1914 during the First Battle of Ypres (there were four). His body was never identified and his name is among others from The Yorkshire Regiment inscribed on Ypres’ Menin Gate. But what price valour? The three standard WWI medals and death plaque issued in the name of Sergeant Bartle are pictured. The 1914 Star (named on the reverse) was awarded to the earliest arrivals (a 1914-15 version was awarded to those arriving later). The silver British War Medal and golden Allied Victory
Medal (both named on the rim) were also issued to most servicemen, with minor variations. All casualties, whether military or civilian, prompted the award of a bronze Death Plaque (name showing). There are several factors that made Sergeant Bartle’s medals worth more than most – apart from the fact that he was KIA in Ypres. First, as an early arrival, his 1914 Star is worth significantly more than the 1914-15. The very earliest arrivals were also awarded a small clasp to display on the ribbon, making them rarer still – though Sergeant Bartle’s is missing now. Secondly, only one James Arthur Bartle served in WWI. So there is no room for ambiguity or mistaken identity. Thirdly, he was a senior NCO. The higher the rank, the rarer the medals. And, finally, he was serving in a front line regiment - rather than in a support unit many miles away. These medals (albeit without the clasp), Death Plaque,
some paperwork, four related regimental photographs and an ornamental memorial bought by the family to display the plaque sold for £450 (including premium). Quite a high price, in comparison with others similar. The only other groups of standard medals generally selling for more are those awarded to non-English units (Wales, Scotland, Ireland and white Commonwealth) and casualties on the first days of infamous engagements such as The First Battle of The Somme or Gallipoli. If awarded to a “Pals” battalion, then the vendor can all but name their own price. Royal Flying Corps/RAF also sell very strongly, though not Royal Navy. It’s just the way things are. The fact that all that remains of Sergeant James Arthur Bartle, 1 Bn Yorkshire Regiment, sold for but £450 on 1 October is not a reflection of the low value placed on his sacrifice during The Great War. It is because he is one among a million others.
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NEWS FROM LPS The Leeds Photographic Society's winter season is now well under way. The first in house competition of the season was tightly fought with Ted Cements taking first place the Monochrome section which was themed 'Transport' and Tony Biscombe winning the colour 'open' section. Another recent attraction was a visit by London based street photographer Dave Mason, who enthralled the audience with his very interesting and amusing talk entitled 'I Shoot People'. Events for November include the Society's annual dinner, which will also feature the judging of the Robinson and Awmack Trophy competitions, as well as a talk by the society's own Vice President Ian Wray, who will be describing his photographic project to re-trace his great great uncle's journey through the WW1 battlefields of France.
Winner in the LPS in-house competition (Monochrome Section): Off to work – Assam style by Ted Clements
The society meets most Tuesdays at 7.30 pm. in St Edmund's Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JN and new members of all levels of photographic ability are always welcome.
Please note, there will be no meeting on 11th November as this is the date of the annual dinner. Further information can be found at www.lps1852.co.uk
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Made in Leeds: RSLSteeper 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. Made in Leeds features innovative companies from around the area and highlights their greatest achievements. This month, Covered takes a look at an outstanding company who are dedicated to manufacturing innovative, life-changing assistive technology: RSLSteeper. With over 90 years of experience, they are the leading provider of upper extremity prosthetics, orthotics, and various assistive technologies and services. RSLSteeper’s extraordinary products provide consumers worldwide with a greater level of independence, control, and peace of mind, enabling them to reach their potential and live life to the full. Their Assistive Technology Division designs, manufactures, services, and maintains environmental control systems that enable many elderly and disabled people to live safer and more independently. Partnered with a number of internationallyrecognised lower limb prosthetic manufacturers - such as Medi, Biosculptor, Freedom Innovations, and Trulife - RSLSteeper provide the UK with some of the finest world class products available. Their technology improves the livelihoods of people from every walk of life and of all ages. Among their remarkable range of assistive technology and prosthetics, RSLSteeper manufacture bebionic3: the world's most advanced commercially available bionic hand
to date. It was developed over many years while working close with amputees and launched in 2012. Bebionic3 myo-eletric prosthetics are designed to be highly durable, easy to use, lifelike, and most importantly provide unrivalled versatility, functionality, and performance in everyday activities. They transform the lives of countless amputees worldwide. Its leading-edge technology and ergonomic features provide users with astounding usability. Microprocessors, grip patterns, speed control, and wrist options - to name a few - enables precise, reliable control over each finger and the entire hand. With programming software - bebalance users can customise their prosthetics to meet their exact requirements and maximise control. Moreover, RSLSteeper manufacture state-of-the-art, lifelike cosmeses to complement their prosthetics, including the award winning Skinergy Plus below knee cosmesis. Their silicone gloves, designed for bebionic3, are available in 19 different skin tones, designed to look as authentic as possible. Mike Swainger – the first person in the UK fitted with a bebionic hand through the NHS – stated: “Having a bebionic hand is a complete life-changer. I’ve tried many new sports and have gotten
used to performing the everyday tasks I never thought would be possible. The best thing by far is being able to walk down the street hand-in-hand with my daughter.” After being fitted with bebionic3, Stephen from Northern Ireland said: “Nothing compares to the versatility and freedom of bebionic3. Not only can I now manage day-today tasks but I’m also taking flying lessons – a hobby the bebionic3 has improved to no end, thanks to its precision and dexterity.” At the 2014 China International Rehabilitation and Specialist Equipment Exhibition in September, bebionic3 won first prize for best product, voted for and highly commended by delegates who attended the exhibition. Bebionic3 now continues to impress and improve the lives of people all over the world, and RSLSteeper are due to launch a new, incredible prosthetic soon. Visit www.rslsteeper.com if you are interested in learning more about the company and their life-changing technology. If you want to recommend an innovative Leeds based manufacturer that you'd like us to visit, please let the editor know: chris@covered-magazine.net or call: 0113 274 5639
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Little Yin Qigong Club
St Edmund's Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay LS8 1JN Wednesdays 6.45 to 7.45 Gentle and relaxing Chinese exercise for all. Friendly group welcomes newcomers. Concessions available. Enquiries: Sue 07729 617471
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.
M.S. Society
Sports, Health & Wellbeing 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
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
LEEDS COELIAC GROUP
We offer support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 or sandra.mclean@btinternet.com. 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
Leeds Healing Centre
Leeds and District Branch Information, support, help and social activities for those affected by M.S 0800 1114324
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 East Leeds FC
Junior football club based in Roundhay. Enquiries: Steve Waide, email: northeastleedsfc@hotmail.co.uk www.clubwebsite.co.uk/northeastleedsfc
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
PANPALS YORKS PANCREATIC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
For all those people who currently have a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer or who are caring for such a person, we now have a support group in this area. We meet about every three months, currently in Headingley in Leeds, and offer a self-help supportive and informative group of people who are having to cope with this devastating illness. As well as friendship, we offer expert speakers and signposting to other agencies who offer help. Enquiries to panpalsyorks@yahoo.co.uk
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.
Roundhay Athletic
Leeds Rowing Club
Shaftesbury Avenue, Leeds LS8 1DU Six floodlit courts, modern clubhouse and changing facilities. Enquiries: David Ward info@roundhaytennis.org.uk www.roundhaytennis.org.uk
Saturday and Sunday mornings Waterloo Lake, Roundhay Park, Leeds Website: www.leedsrowing.org.uk
Formed in 2003 the club currently play in the premier division of the Leeds West Riding Sunday League. Enquiries: Tony Charlesworth, shaundhaynes@hotmail.com www.webteams. co.uk /Home.asp?team=roundhayathletic
Roundhay Lawn Tennis Club
ROUNDHAY JUNIOR PARKRUN
Sunday mornings Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00 By the cricket pavilion, Roundhay Park
ROUNDHAY PARKRUN
Saturday mornings. Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00 Start on Carriage Drive near the Mansion
ROUNDHAY RUNNERS
Thursday evenings. Sociable running club in Roundhay. New members welcome. Enquiries: Suzie Gillon suzie@roundhayrunners.co.uk www.roundhayrunners.co.uk
ROUNDHEGIANS BADMINTON CLUB
The memorial Ground, Chelwood, LS8 2AT Competitive league badminton for seniors. Social matches for members. Juniors across the age range are also catered for on Saturday mornings. Enquiries: Judith Miller 0113 2683254
ROUNDHEGIANS RUGBY CLUB
The Memorial Ground, Chelwood, LS8 2AT 4 senior teams including veterans team. Junior teams from U7 to U18 age range, including girls up to U12. New players welcome throughout the season. Enquiries Seniors: Jamie McClean 07785 960270 Juniors: Diane Boyce 0113 266 3724 www.roundhegians.com
SHADWELL TENNIS CLUB
Friendly club for players of all levels. New members of all ages & abilities welcome, make new friends & meet fellow villagers. Annual fees just £35/ £15 under 18s. Enquiries: 0113 2252996 or shadwell_tennis_club@hotmail.co.uk
SHADWELL UNITED
U9, U10, U11, U13 & U15 teams playing in the Garforth league. Enquiries: 07713 877003 or peter.cass@ntlworld.com www.shadwellunited.co.uk
ST. THERESA’S AC RUNNING CLUB John Smeaton Sports Centre, Smeaton Approach, LS15 8TA Tuesdays 7pm with extra training on Thursday eves. sttheresasac.moonfruit.com
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Kirkstall Deli Market
Kirkstall Abbey, LS5 3EH Last Saturday of every month, 12midday3pm
Oakwood Farmers Market
Around the Oakwood Clock (junction of Oakwood Lane/Roundhay Road/ Princes Avenue/Wetherby Road) 3rd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30 www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com
Otley Farmers Market
Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
Skipton Farmers Market
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
Headingley Farmers Market
Rose Garden, North Lane, LS6 3JJ 2nd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm
Horsforth Farmers Market
St Margarets Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk
Skipton Canal Basin, BD23 1st Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES Alcoholics Anonymous Roundhay. Is alcohol a problem for you? Call 0845 7697555
BARDSEY DEBATING AND LITERARY SOCIETY (EST 1937)
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. Tuesday 11th November "Wentworth Castle Estate". Thursday 20th November Christmas Fair. Only ÂŁ8 per year to join and everyone is welcome. Enquiries:cmsherborne@btopenworld.com
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 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
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
Leeds Microscopical Society
British Association for German Shepherd Dogs (BAGSD)
Leeds NE Probus Club
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
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.
Alwoodley Methodist Church Hall, Alwoodley LS17 7BX Friendly group of amateurs and professionals who meet twice a month on Thursday evening. Enquiries: Mike Smith: 0113 2935991 or mikesmith_ls176sh@yahoo.co.uk Oakwood Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, LS8 4AB Meet 2nd Monday of each month at 10am for a speakers meeting and for snooker or bowls. If you are a retired professional or businessman you can be sure of a warm welcome, why not drop in and give it a try? Enquiries: 0113 2657064
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.
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Leeds Current Affairs Discussion Group
Convenor/Tutor Professor Bill Jones St George's Centre, Great George street, Leeds LS1 3BR Each Thursday from 2 October – 4 December 2014 (ten sessions)10.30 – 12.30Fee £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).
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 07808 030 702.
ROYAL ARTILLERY ASSOCIATION
Military Whist Drive
Shadwell Scout Hut, Hollywell Lane LS17 3HA Friday 7.15 for a 7.30 start. £2 includes tea, biscuits and raffle. Whist players very welcome. A friendly evening.
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
North Leeds Friendship Centre
THE ROTARY CLUB OF ROUNDHAY
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
Oakwood & DistrictHistorical Society
A small group of enthusiasts who share a common interest in the past of the locality. Enquiries: 0113 266 5884 or miggythirsk@btinternet.com
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
Roundhay Environmental Action Project (REAP)
Sand Moor Golf Club, Alwoodley Lane, LS17 7DJ A small but growing group of friendly, social, charitable professional and business people. A non-religious/ political and multi-ethnic organization welcomes men & women who want to make a difference to anyone in the world. Enquiries: Derek Davidson 0113 2666203 Email: dersuel@sky.com Website: www.roundhayrotaryclub.co.uk
THE THORESBY SOCIETY
23 Clarendon Road, LS2 9NZ. The Leeds local history society. All welcome. Details of lectures and the society on the website www.thoresby.org.uk
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
Promoting local action on climate change and the environment. Contact: Jill Jones: info@reap-leeds.org.uk Website: www.reap-leeds.org.uk REAP also runs the farmers market at Oakwood Clock (www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com) & is currently planning other projects.
U3A Leeds
Roundhay Planning Forum
VOLUNTEER AT MAECARE
A group of residents of Roundhay Ward. www.roundhayplanningforum. leedslearning.org
ROUNDHAY WI
We always look forward to making visitors and prospective new members welcome. For further details please contact Hilary on 0113 2665648.
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 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
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
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 and power point presentations and two outings per year (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).
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
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GREEN FINGERS 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 07590 510499. Visit our website www.friendsallertongrange.org or Find Us on Facebookwww.facebook. com/friendsofallertongrangefields
SLAID HILL IN BLOOM
All welcome to join our friendly group no experience necessary. Our November Working Party will be on Saturday 15th November at 10am outside The Dexter Pub. Find out more at www.slaidhillinbloom.org or contact Geoff or Margaret on 0113 2689661
THE FRIENDS OF ROUNDHAY PARK
PO Box 129 LS8 1WY A voluntary group with membership (including honorary) approaching 300. Enquiries: news@forp.co.uk or www.forp.co.uk
FAMILIES & CHILDREN
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. Our next meeting Tuesday 28th October at 6pm at the church hall. New members always welcome. Contact us at: wigtonwoods17@gmail. com also Debs 07943277867, Anne 07530040349 or see us on Facebook.
GLEDHOW VALLEY CONSERVATION aREA GROUP
A voluntary group which focus on the heritage, green spaces and structures of the Conservation Area, bringing people together to value the historic environment with fund raising and social events. Enquiries: gvcag@yahoo.com or www.gledhow.org.uk
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 www.leedshs.org.uk
SHADWELL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Guest speaker on 13th Nov. “Behind the scenes at Chelsea” 8 pm Shadwell Methodist Church, Main Street. We are a friendly gardening club for all abilities – membership includes meetings, newsletters, free entry to our traditional Flower Show, members shop and access to gardening advice and new friends. New members welcome £10 single, £16 dual. Give me a call – Susan: 0113 2738821
ADULT SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES (First class free)
Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Roundhay, LS8 1HG Thursday 7-30pm to 10-00pm. Enquiries: Irene 0113 2631310 or e-mail: glyn.cup@virginmedia.com
ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB for people over 65
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month. From 1 to 3.30pm. £3. At Friends Meeting House, 136 Street Lane LS8 2BW. Contact Sue at 07436 584185.
FRIENDS OF GIPTON WOOD
Voluntary Group which meets monthly for a workday in the wood. Enquiries: 0113 2667569 or fogwl@hotmail.com
ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT
GIRLGUIDING UK
Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Senior Section & Adult Volunteers. Enquiries: Lois@nelb.org.uk or 0113 293 6585.
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
REK
Roundhay Parochial Hall, 5 Fitzroy Drive, LS8 4AB Action packed monthly activity for primary school aged children. No adults allowed! Further details: www. roundhayevangelicalchurch.com
SHADWELL NURSERY & OUT OF SCHOOL/BREAKFAST CLUB
Shadwell Primary School, Main Street, Shadwell, Leeds LS17 8JF Nursery and out of school club/breakfast club (2-11year olds) quality childcare with an experienced and highly qualified staff team. Enquiries: 0113 2323830 Email: shadwellplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.kidstimeleeds.co.uk
SPANISH PLAYGROUP
Holy Trinity Church Hall, Meanwood LS6 4NP Thursdays 10am-1pm, term time. For 0-5 year olds and their Spanishspeaking parents or carers. Informal and friendly environment. Enquiries: 07775 579927 or susanarichart@yahoo.co.uk
LEEDS FOLK FIDDLE GROUP
We are looking for new members in Leeds Folk Fiddle Group, violinists of all ages and abilities, varied repertoire, folk music of all kinds, new members welcome, rehearsals Thursday 7pm at LS2, Newly established Yorkshire Chamber Orchestra, new members welcome, rehearsals Tuesdays 7.45. Junior Violin Group, suitable for children of all ages, meet every Thurs at 5pm, contact 07546 459 409, email leeds.violin@gmail.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, Woodhouse Square, Leeds. http://www.leedspeopleschoir.org.uk.
LEEDS PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
St Edmund's Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay LS8 1JN Meeting every Tuesday. A friendly bunch of photographers with a wide range of abilities from beginner to pro. Learn and bounce ideas around - new members very welcome. Enquiries: Ian Wray 07814 737499 Web: www.lps1852.co.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ lps1852 Twitter:@lps1852
ROUNDHAY WATERCOLOUR GROUP
St Edmund's Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay LS8 1JN Monday evenings. All ages and abilities welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2931465
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
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CANTABILE CHAMBER CHOIR – LEEDS
‘Northern Lights’ a concert of music inspired by, and associated with, northern climes and including works by: James Macmillan, Ola Gjeilo, Edvard Grieg and Veljo Tormis. 7.30 pm SATURDAY NOVEMBER 29th at St Edmunds Church, Roundhay, Leeds. Tickets: on the door £10 (£8 concession)
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
THE LEEDS MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY
Annual Model Railway Exhibition 25th and 26th October Sat 10 - 5, Sun 10 – 4.30. £6 (children free) Leeds Grammar School, LS17 8GS. Working layouts, Refreshments. www.leedsmrs.org
ROUNDHAY AND OAKWOOD FESTIVAL 25TH OCT – 2ND NOV
Events include Murder Mystery evening, Comedy, Meet the Brewer sessions, create your own pizza topping, a barbeque and blues evening, art installations and craft taster sessions, an author in conversation session. The Craft at the Clock will be held at the Clock on the Saturday. Craft sessions will be held with sewing, silver clay jewellery, felt making, Films will be shown during the festival. The Clandestine Cake Club will be inviting cake makers to come along to bake and taste at a secret location during the festival. To find out more about what is happening at the Roundhay and Oakwood Festival, go to the http://loveoakwood.co.uk webpage.
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Blinds & Curtains
Dale Communications Ltd TV AERIAL, SATELLITE & COMMUNICATION SPECIALISTS Installations
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Repairs
Upgrades
Digital Aerials & Sky Installations & Repairs LCD, LED & Plasma Installations Extra TV/Sky Points Multi Point Systems Watch & Control Sky in Any Room Fully Insured and Qualified Engineers Locally Family Run Business with 25 Years’ Experience 7 Day service with Locally Employed Engineers FREE QUOTATIONS CCTV Installations – Domestic & Commercial 17th Edition Electrician 15% Discount with this advert
CALL YOUR LOCAL ENGINEER ON 0800 633 5311 / 07711 796985 (Engineers based in Oakwood, Roundhay, Shadwell & Slaid Hill)
Website: www.dalecomm.co.uk Email: sales@dalecomm.co.uk
Roundhay 0113 3 167 167
All popular blind styles for home and office Choose from hundreds of fabrics Spares, repairs and replacement louvres 5 minutes from Leeds City Centre
Call us today on 0113 262 6660 www.theblindfactoryleeds.co.uk Unit 28 Penraevons Industrial Estate, Jackson Road, Leeds LS7 2AW
Covered Classifieds Blinds & Curtains
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Building & Joinery Services
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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Kitchen/ Bathroom Loft Conversions Extensions Fencing & Decking Bedrooms/ storage
Windows & doors Gutters/ Fascias Wood Floors/ Joinery No Job Too Small All Trades Included
All Work Carried Out From Planning to Completion
Building & Joinery Services
Stephen
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
07976 361738 smurphyjoinery@virginmedia.com Old Barn Close, Alwoodley
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners 25
0800 97 007 53
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Oakwood Flooring
Cleaning Services
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TIRED OF DOING IT ALL YOURSELF? Individual packages tailored to suit your cleaning requirements Call today and quote:265
TEL: 0113 228 2640 MOB: 07879 883064 Decorator
Charities & Fundraising
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St Gemma’s
9 & 13
Chimney Sweep
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NEW CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING! GET YOUR BUSINESS COVERED FROM JUST £29.99 + VAT PER MONTH! CALL: 0113 274 5639
Covered Classifieds Education
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Roundhay School
21 & 43
Fencing
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Atkinsons Fencing Garage Doors
GARAGE SAME
DOOR DAY
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REPAIRS
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 Garage Services Town Garage
LEEDS
01132 820 410 CALL GARY MOBILE
07860 382 984 Page 44
Garden & Tree Services Roxton Tree Services
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Urban Earth
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Hair Salon Hair at Gilda’s Electricians
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David Gunby
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ELECTRICAL SERVICES DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL• INDUSTRIAL
REWIRES NICEIC APPROVED FUSEBOARD UPGRADES TESTING & INSPECTING email: info@acelectrical-services.co.uk
Selby Rd, LS15 0PR
0113 260 4769 or 07775 892 790 www.acelectrical-services.co.uk All work Guaranteed
All electrical work undertaken
HGM ELECTRICAL SERVICES All Aspects of Domestic Work Undertaken New Installations • Rewires • Extra Sockets Indoor • Outdoor Lighting etc 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CALL OUT FOR A FREE QUOTE CALL HARRY ON
0113 2933095 07935 275948
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elec a
Handyman
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44 Covered Classifieds Health & Wellbeing
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Jobs/Careers
IS ALCOHOL COSTING YOU MORE THAN M O N E Y R I N G A L C O H O L I C S ANONYMOUS
� 0845 7697555
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
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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
Locksmiths Home Interiors Phillip Walton
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IT Support/Repairs PCI Computers
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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 Oven Cleaning
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OvenU
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Photographic Resources Leodis
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Plastering
HigHgate
Plasterer and decorator External and internal work undertaken
Call now on 0113 2694183 or 07799 538864
No job too small! Devonshire Crescent, Roundhay
Covered Classifieds Plastering
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Plumbing & Heating
S.M. PLASTERERS
All Internal Plastering Overskims and New Ceilings Call Stan (Free Quotes)
new shower
roundhay plumbing
07929 344826 0113 243 0547
0113 2934385/ 07733 245372 5 the drive roundhay leeds LS8 1JF
Plumbing & Heating
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Safe Gas
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John Maneely
Property
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Morfitt Shaw
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Removals
Gas Installation & Servicing Central Heating Installation, repairs & Plumbing
Established 30 Years Landlord Certificates Repairs to All Gas Appliances Worcester Bosch, Baxi and other makes of boilers fitted
Lift it N Shift it House Removals Business Removals / House Clearance
Moves Almost Anything, Anywhere in Th UK
Gledhow Wood Rd LS8 Tel: 0113 268 6789 Mob: 07836 375121
johnmaneely@hotmail.co.uk
NO JOB Too Big or Too Small Professional & Reliable Service Now taking bookings for
GUARANTEED DELIVERY
6163
on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day Weather Permitting 25
Call: 07447 435295 or 0113 2883212 Email: liftitnshiftituk@hotmail.com www.liftitnshiftit.com Office Hours: Mon to Fri 9am-5pm / Sat & Sun 8am-12pm
Available on mobile after office hours
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Roofing Services
G HORNE ROOFING CONTRACTORS LTD
ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING UNDERTAKEN
“QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AT A FAIR PRICE”
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
Slating • Tiling • Guttering (new or repairs) Flat Roofing • GRP Fiber Glass • Lead Roofs • Velux Windows
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
0113 2934038 / 07958 977395 Proprietor: Mark Johnson 21 Elmete Grove, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2JY
Family run business with over 30 years experience Solicitors
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Taxis Premier Taxis
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Volunteer Opportunities
VOLUNTEERING with the Connect Helpline
Are you good at listening to people who are distressed, lonely or in crisis? Could you offer a few hours a week in the evening? We offer intensive training, a supportive working environment, paid expenses and a reference after 6 months.
Contact Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service on 0113 2609328 or survivor.led@lslcs.org.uk for an information pack. Windows, Doors & Conservatories
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Elmhurst
WRAP
Leeds Glass Rainbow Windows
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
Call now on: 07810 521667
28 Barthorpe Crescent LS17 5PE TEL/FAX: 0113 293 4842 MOB: 07810 521667
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ROUNDHAY SCHOOL All-through education from 4 to 18
www.roundhayschool.org.uk
SATURDAY
6th
DECEMBER
10:30am to 1:00pm AT THE SECONDARY CAMPUS
Come and buy a wide range of handmade, locally produced gifts, jewellery, clothing, photography, cards and other interesting products.
Stalls Available Please contact us for more information
0113 3931200
info@roundhayschool.com