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Barwick In Elmet, Colton, Crossgates, Garforth, Scholes, Thorner & Whitkirk
barwick beer festival Page 24
lotherton hall goes to war Page 26
It’s Panto Time at Leeds City Varieties!
Great support in garforth Page 28
The really Useful guide see page 29
SEARCH FOR SID Local win 200 QUID!! Matters INFO ON page 3
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Covered T: 01132 745639 Covered Magazine Butonia House Clayton Wood Close Leeds LS16 6QE
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Covered december 2013 Contents
06 local matters 14 garden guru 16 fashion, hair & Beauty 20 readers’ letters 30 Local clubs and societies 35 Advertising Directory Competition
SID’S ON THE SLITHER AND WE WANT HIM BACK!
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.
Find Sid hiding in one of the adverts in Covered and you could win £200! Simply tell us which advert Sid’s hiding in, along with your name and contact details and we will put all correct entrants into a draw for £200. Closing date 20/12/13. The editor’s decision is final.
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.
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Hello and welcome to Covered – the new name for The Really Useful Guide.
your community by nominating organisations we should offer free publicity to.
Thank you all for the positive comments you have made about the changes to your local magazine – we will continue to make improvements over the coming months and we welcome your suggestions for things you’d like to see included.
If you’re in need of a bit of extra cheer then enter our Search For Sid competition – we’ve bumped the prize up to £200 for this edition! See P3.
Busy, as ever, the Covered team have made no fewer than 40 visits to community events over the last month! That’s some going for an independent publisher like Covered. It is this commitment to the local community that sets us apart – we attend, support and report on community initiatives, groups, clubs and societies. Other publications copy and paste press releases and run stock photographs – from a reader perspective, where’s the interest in reading something third or fourth hand and most likely seen elsewhere? You can help us help
This is the last edition we will distribute before Christmas so I’d like to take the opportunity to wish all readers a happy and healthy close to the year. Our next edition will be with you in the second week of January. The deadline for editorial submissions and advertising for the next edition is 20/12/13. Until next month, have a wonderful festive break.
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It’s Panto Time at Leeds City Varieties! This season Leeds City Variety Hall’s vehicle for their winning rock ‘n’ roll panto formula is Peter Rowe’s Jack and the Beanstalk. Running until Sunday 12 January 2014 with lots of audience interaction and heaps of corny gags, the show is also peppered with classic pop and soul hits from the sixties and beyond. The versatile actormusicians perform all numbers live on stage. Dame Dolly Durden is played by Simon Nock, perhaps the most versatile. Simon’s CV includes numerous roles on the classical stage, in popular TV series and in cinema. A baritone singer, he also plays clarinet and saxophone. Simon is joined on stage by dancer, singer and multiinstrumental Joe Vetch (Jack) and mezzo-soprano and highly skilled trombonist Rachael Garnett (Jill). Interestingly, Rachael graduated in 2010 with a BA degree in “Actor Musicianship” and specialises in musical theatre. The audience can look forward to a quality performance.
The multi-talented Joe Vetch, Simon Nock and Rachael Garnett promise to have audiences rocking in the aisles at Leeds City Varieties’ Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto – running until 12 January photo Ivor Hughes
The Good Old Days Last month in Covered Areas ABC (NW Leeds) we featured a subsidised food stall supporting the 1921 miners’ strike. This month we are looking back at the Leeds’ annual “Family Allowance Toy Fairs”, also known as “Christmas Toy Bonanzas”. The picture shown was taken on 10 December 1982 at Wykebeck School, Gipton. A similar fair was sometimes held on the same day at the Henry Barran Centre nearby. People donated toys, sometimes second hand and sometimes from wholesalers, enabling local parents to buy toys for pennies rather than pounds (Family Allowance is an old name for Child Benefit).
Covered magazine would be delighted to publicise any in need of support.
The fairs appear short-lived, closing in the mid eighties. Why might that have been? Are there any equivalents these days, or won’t today’s kids settle for anything less than the latest sports kit or electronic gadgets? At this time of year, toy banks are almost as important as food banks. Indeed, the provision of one might relieve pressure on the other.
Do you have any old pictures you’d like to share? Perhaps you’d like other readers to help you fill in some of the detail. Please confirm that the image is copyright free and let us know if you have any objection to it being forwarded to Leeds Library and Information Services for inclusion on their LEODIS website
A “toy bank” in Gipton in 1982. The initiative was short lived.
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Covered Meetup – West Yorkshire Snappers Last summer, Covered magazine photographer Ivor Hughes took a wrong turn and found Leeds Mountain Bikers about to embark on their weekly run. He discovered that LMB is one of around 800 web based social activity groups in the Leeds area and decided to have a peep at some others. Covered magazine is running this as a regular monthly feature. So, what better starting place than West Yorkshire Snappers – a group of around 200 keen amateurs meeting for monthly shoots and comparing notes afterward? The group meets always at 11am on the first Sunday of the month. In November it was a wet Sunday, with only a dozen of the usual twenty or so making it to Ripley, near Harrogate. The idea to photograph the town hall, castle and surrounds was made all the more interesting by the Ripley Guy Fawkes ten mile road race. Plenty of action, colour and mud.
Three West Yorkshire Snappers photographing the finish of Ripley’s Guy Fawkes ten mile run; organiser Ken Clark (compact), Irina Arcas (SLR) and Mike Short (iPad).
Organiser Ken Clark told Covered; “WYS has been going two years. The emphasis is on originality and composition of images. We are dedicated very much to the amateur end of things. Some members use SLRs but others use compacts, iPads and even mobile phones. We’ve had a few professionals along but some have tried to dominate. That’s not what we’re about.” It’s easy to find, and join, West Yorkshire Snappers on meetup.com – would your meetup group like to meet up with Covered magazine?
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Leeds Photographic Society The Leeds Photographic Society had a busy November which included hosting the second round of the West Riding InterClub Colour Competition, as well as holding its own annual dinner, an evening which included the judging of two of the society's most prestigious events, the Robinson and Awmack Trophy competitions, both of which test a photographer's ability to produce images across a range of different genres. Judge Michael Newton said the standard of images was very high throughout, but the well-deserved
Separating couples – choosing the right path for you and your family If you are considering ending a relationship and you are anxious about how this will impact upon you and your family it is important to be aware that there is a process which may assist you and your ex-partner in resolving issues surrounding children and finances other than through lengthy negotiations between your solicitors and expensive Court proceedings. Family Mediation is a future focused process which enables you and your ex-partner to reach joint decisions about your
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There are many ways to enjoy the garden over winter
Your roses should have finished flowering by now, so strip off all the old leaves and pick any off the ground which have already fallen. This will stop any blackspot and rust bacteria from overwintering in the soil, and infecting the new growth next year. Inspect regularly your stored plants, dahlias, chrysanthemums, gladioli etc, treating any small signs of decay with sulphur powder, alternatively disposing of the item completely. Potatoes in store should be checked for signs of blight, disposing of any which show signs of dark patches, sunken areas and grey mould. Parsnips and leeks still in the ground should remain in good condition, and will taste sweeter after each frost. If you are unfamiliar with the conditions for any plants received over Christmas, it is worth checking in a book or on Google. Cyclamen for example like it light and cool, where many other plants require normal room temperature and regular misting.
As you start to dream of spring and summer, start to make a list of your favourite seeds – including plants and shrubs – making a plan of how you would like to see your garden in the sun. The sowing season will be with us sooner than you think, so order early and keep them handy for when the day comes. This especially applies to vegetable seeds, were we will be sowing small quantities in two week batches to spread the harvest and avoid large unusable quantities. Enjoy your Christmas, look forward to a wonderful New Year, and if you have any spare time on your hands – clean and sharpen all your garden tools.
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Go Glam! This Is Chelsea, The Only Way Is Essex. If these programmes have taught us anything it’s that glamour is on-trend. Whilst the ladies of Chelsea might be more understated than the glamourpusses in Essex, the message is clear – Go Glam! If you’re more akin to jeans and a jumper, don’t worry – here’s Covered’s 5 top tips for getting ahead in the glamour race.
1 Get a tan Orange is not a natural skin tone, nor is it particularly appealing so try and steer clear of budget methods for home application. Under the sun is of course the best place to get a natural tan (taking precautions such as skin block). If you can’t rely on a regular dose of sun or want an instant glow, visit an established salon for a spray tan or jump on a sunbed. Salon’s will offer a range of advice and should have your safety in mind too.
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2 Put some bounce in your hair ‘flat’ or ‘lifeless’ are not positive words when it comes to glamour. ‘Volume’ and ‘shape’ are. And the good news is- back combing your hair is back on the menu! Blow dry your hair upside down, add loadsa hairspray and pin up appropaitely for a mane worthy of Farrah Fawcett! – or Cheryl Cole- depending on your genaration…
3 Paint your lips Remember the bluish tinge your lips took on during the long winter months? Well no more pale mouths! Paint your lips using this seasons brightest colours, whether that be scarlet, apricot, fuscia or wine, don’t forget a slick of moisturisng colour when stepping out of the house this Summer.
4 Don’t forget your fingertips We are all guilty of neglecting our nails, but remember they say a lot about our general health (brittle, dry with white spots anyone?) Lets treat our nails with a bit of respect and give them centre stage for once. Bright nail polish gives a playful, fun and lighthearted twist to your outfit and should be considered a must have accessory!
5 Please yourself! Ditch the pastels and earthy tones. Cast out neutrals and show the world your confident side! There’s nothing wrong with wearing a beautiful, understated blouse, or perfectly put togther trouser suit- but it doesn’t scream FUN! Step out of your comfort zone this Summer and dress to impress. Choose bright colours to reflect your mood, choose a flattering cut to make you feel good, and select those shoes that are just that extra inch higher than your everyday shoe, just to shake things up a bit. If you’re still struggling for inspiration, bob in to an independant salon or boutique. You’re far more likely to receive true customer service and genuine advice often lacking in the chain stores.
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Readers’ Letters Star Letter Is Covered magazine a disappointment? To the Editor I don’t often contact organisations but I was so disappointed when I received the latest edition of The Really Useful Guide to Alwoodley area that I had to express my opinion. I have used the advertisements in The Really Useful Guide on several occasions - and always looked forward to Councillor Harrand’s page because he is our local Councillor. As often happens when organisations amalgamate the quality deteriorates. In this case there is so much information crammed into the available space that it becomes a mess. The print is so small that I (and I have very good sight) cannot read it without a magnifying glass. Because several areas are covered much information is irrelevant - and Councillor Harrand has been squashed to bits. I cannot believe how small the print is in order to include all the information you wish to impart - but I’m sure lots of people cannot easily read it. Readers lose interest with so much crammed information. Incidentally I attend St Paul’s RC Church and the information is incorrect. You have 2 entries for St Paul’s Church in Alwoodley and actually they are both the same church. So I bemoan the loss of The Really Useful Guide series of booklets and hope the Covered series does not try to include too much information. Yours Mrs Eileen Ludlow
Editors Response Dear Mrs Ludlow Thank you for your letter. I am sorry to hear about your disappointment, though it gives me an opportunity to clarify some points and reemphasise others. Covered magazine is committed to supporting local community activities and news with original content. It was already doing just that in the communities between Bramley and Adel, and out to Ilkley, before we extended to the communities along the ring road as far as Garforth. I hope you enjoyed our piece about Alwoodley art group in the last issue and Alwoodley singers in this one. The increase to 90,000 copies, delivered as 15,000 in six areas, wasn’t without its problems. RUG and Covered each received multiple notices of some events and that is probably why there was duplicate reference to St Paul’s. Duplication of parish news is less likely to happen in future. Not only will it become easier to spot, we are moving away from publishing what is in effect the duplication of several existing parish newsletters. Parishioners must already be aware of regular services and activities. Our intention is to focus on news or one-off events where the church is the community hub. There will be similar changes to political columns. Covered magazine regularly reports, and often supports, individual town and city councillors’ and MPs’ work in the community. Cllr Barry Anderson’s concerns about planning applications and Fabian Hamilton MP’s support of Oakwood Farmer’s Market and REAP are among many recent examples. Councillors
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The sound was excellent and the atmosphere electric. Traffic and parking proved no problem. Friends who’ve been to see Rod Stewart, Elton John and Cirque du Soleil have been equally enthusiastic about the Arena. We’re looking forward to Classical Spectacular. Dave Atkins (By Email)
editor’s note Great plug for Leeds Arena Dave! Do readers have similar or differing experiences? What’s the best venue in Leeds? What about local venues in your area – where would you recommend? Where’s best avoided? Contact us at the usual address (see P3) or email: chris@covered-magazine.net
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Dear Editor, I’d like to take this opportunity to comment on how successful I think the Leeds First Direct Arena has been so far. When it was suggested that it should be built in the centre of town, a number of doubts were expressed about the problems there would be with parking and traffic. It was thought that an out of town location would be a better option. Well, I think having it as an integral part of the town centre works very well. I was lucky enough to attend the opening night, the Bruce Springsteen concert, and found it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. We parked away from the Arena, walked up into town for a drink before the concert and found our place inside easily. It’s on a relatively small site, so the accommodation has been achieved through height. Consequently you still feel quite near the stage, which meant we were actually able to see Bruce and the band, rather than looking at a screen as you have to in the big sports arenas.
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Barwick Beer Festival Barwick in Elmet enjoyed its fifth beer festival in October, the two beneficiaries being the local school library and the Barwick in Elmet Maypole Trust. The Barwick Maypole is reputedly the tallest in Britain and is erected only once every three years, attracting as many as 10,000 visitors during the festivities. Barwick Beer Festival is a tidy event – one Saturday afternoon in the village hall, from mid day until the beers run out. This year some 400 visitors emptied the sixteen barrels by around seven o’clock. There was also a wide selection of ciders, continental beers and soft drinks. The next Barwick Beer Festival is on 18 October. Another annual Barwick festival is music – usually in August. When Covered spoke with Richard Hampshire, an organiser involved with both, he expressed concern about the continued use of the existing venue and the availability of an alternative; “The landlord of The New Inn is leaving in January. Whether he is replaced, and whether his replacement will wish to continue accommodating us, remains unknown.” So, any useful suggestions please to Richard on 0113 2812773.
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Michelle McCarthy and Lisa Oldfield raising funds for the school library
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Lotherton Hall goes to war With the anniversary of the First World War looming, Lotherton has jumped the gun – so to speak – with a pair of exhibitions on the theme of the country house and military life. The house was home to the Gascoigne family who gave it to the City of Leeds as a museum in 1968. During the First World War it was a military hospital, one of the first of many in Yorkshire to be established in a grand family home. Gwendolen Gascoigne, the lady of the house, was the Commandant in charge with a matron and nurses working under her. Her husband, Colonel Gascoigne, had been a distinguished soldier recommended for the Victoria Cross. He had retired from the army but paid for one of his cars to be converted into an ambulance and drove it on the Western Front. There was no Red Cross ambulance service then and volunteers were needed to transport the wounded.
Soldiers at Lotherton during the First World War with Gwendolen Gascoigne as Commandant in nurse’s uniform (fourth from left). Next to her, also in uniform, is her daughter Cynthia.
Family Duty and Honour explores the Gascoigne family’s history in wartime with two bedrooms converted to show what the house was like as a hospital. In the costume galleries, Dressed for Battle shows how war has affected fashion, from the clothes worn by those on the home front of both World Wars to the designers’ love of the military look.
Soldiers and nurse at the back of Lotherton Hall during the First World War with a charabanc.
Lotherton Hall is 12 miles from Leeds City Centre near the M1 at Junction 47. The house is open 7 days a week, 12 months of the year. For details,visit www.leeds.gov.uk/lothertonhall
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Great support in Garforth for Macmillan fund-raising Garforth and district turned out in force for the Macmillan Cancer Support coffee morning on 9 November, with a timely downpour encouraging even more into the Miners’ Welfare Hall. Stalls doing a brisk trade offered Christmas goods, brica-brac, toys and books, hand-knitted goods, cakes and Macmillan merchandise. A tombola and a busy refreshment window were also in action.
Townswomen’s Guild Chairwoman Brenda Wilson serves tea with Scarlett Grosvenor
Organiser Janet Gisburn paid tribute to local people for their support. “We made £700 – a great effort” Janet told Covered. “We have been going 20 years and have raised over £200,000 in that time. None of that would have been possible without the loyalty of the people of Garforth and the surrounding area.” The small committee currently has five founder members, Janet and four friends who were members of the Townswomen’s Guild and decided to do a walk in support of the Macmillan fund. Twenty years on, they have gone fron strength to strength. Their next event, also at the Miners’Welfare Hall, will be a Spring Coffee Morning on Saturday 21 June 2014.
Organiser Janet Gisburn (L) with TWG helpers selling Christmas goods
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PLACES OF WORSHIP Christ Church Free C Of E
Corner Manston Gardens & Sandiford Close LS15 8EY Sunday service 10.30am, Contemporary Worship Music, Youth Club, Youth service, Ladies meeting, Toddlers and friends meeting, Worship team recruiting voices. www.christchurchleeds.org.uk Enquiries: 01132605812
Christ Church Halton
Chapel Street LS15 7RW (LEP) in the Methodist and United Reformed Traditions. Sunday 10.30am Morning Worship (Holy Communion once a month) Junior Church at the same time. Messy Church once a month. Enquiries: Minister Rev. Robert Creamer: 0113 2645831. www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/ christchurch.php
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
St James C Of E Church
Church Lane, Manston, Crossgates LS15 8JB Sunday services– 8am Eucharist and 9:30 Sung Eucharist with Junior Church Enquiries: 0113 2645530
St Luke’s Church
Stanks Lane North, Leeds, LS14 5AS Enquiries: 0113 273 1302 www. whitkirkchurch.org.uk
St Mary's Church Whitkirk (Church of England)
Blessed John Henry Newman Parish (Cross GatesOsmondthorpe-Swarcliffe) ROMAN CATHOLIC
St Paul’s C of E Primary School, Whinmoor Crescent, LS14 1EG. Sunday10.30am, Family Communion with Junior Church & crèche.
St Wilfrid’s C of E Church
Swarcliffe Baptist Church
GARFORTH METHODIST CHURCH
Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds LS25 1NW Sunday: 10.30 Morning Worship & Junior Church (3rd Sunday is All Age Worship, Holy Communion is last Sunday in month) Enquiries: Minister Rev. John P. Mason 0113 2862618 www.leedsnandemethodist. org.uk/garforth.php
SCHOLES METHODIST CHURCH
55 Main Street, Scholes, LS15 4DJ Sunday:10.30 Morning Service; 4pm Afternoon Service in winter months, 6pm Evening Service in summer months: Enquiries: Minister Revd John P. Mason www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/scholes.php
Christmas Eve, 4pm Crib Service & 11.30pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day, 10am Eucharist
St Paul's Church Whinmoor
Colton Methodist Church
Austhorpe Road Leeds LS15 8QR Minister Rev Francesca Rhys Sunday 10.30am Morning Worship & Junior Church. Evening services at 6 pm twice a month www.leedsnandemethodist. org.uk/crossgates.php
St Wilfrid’s Church Halton (ANGLICAN) Church-in-the-Home-Holy Trinity Church Boar Lane
Selby Road, Halton, Leeds LS15 7NP. Sunday 10am Sung Eucharist. Enquiries: 0113 264 7000
Crossgates Methodist Church
Christmas Eve, 3pm Nativity Service (All Ages). 11.30pm Midnight Communion Service Christmas Day, 11am Christmas Morning Family Service
Selby Rd, LS15 0AA Services Sunday, 8.30am, 10am, 6pm. Choral Evensong on 1st Sunday of the month. Weekday Eucharists 9.30am Wednesday and Friday www.whitkirkchurch.org.uk
Kingswear Parade, LS15 8LH Enquiries: 0113 264 6874
Chapel Yard, Meynell Road, Colton LS15 9AH Sunday:10.30 am Morning Worship & Junior Church, 1st Sunday each month is Parade or all-age worship The Minister is Rev. Robert Creamer www. leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/colton.php
Christ Church URC/ Methodist Halton (Joint URC/METHODIST)
Swarcliffe Drive LS14 5JN Enquiries: 0113 212 1544 www.swarcliffebaptistchurch.org.uk
The Leeds Vineyard Has MOVED!!
Headingley Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Otley Road, Leeds LS6 3HZ. Every Sunday 10.45am-12.15. All welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2459111 OR www. leedsvineyard.org
CHRISTMAS SERVICES 2013 St James the Great Manston (ANGLICAN) Christmas Eve: 4 & 5pm Crib Service. 11.30 pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day: 8am Eucharist. 9.30am Parish Eucharist
Colton Methodist Church (METHODIST)
Christmas Eve 11.30pm Communion Service at Christ Church Christmas Day 9.30am Christmas Morning Family Service
Sunday 22nd December,10.30am Fancy Dress Nativity Christmas Day, 10am Family Gathering
Christmas Eve: Family Christmas Mass: 5.15pm Corpus Christi Church & 6.30pm St Gregory’s Church. Carols followed by Midnight Mass 11.30pm St Theresa’s. Christmas Day: Christmas Day Parish Mass 8.15am & 10.15am St Theresa’s, 9.15am St Gregory’s & 10.30am Corpus Christi
Cross Gates Methodist Church (METHODIST)
Christmas Eve: 11am Carols on the Church Steps, 4pm Crib Service for Children, 11.15pm Midnight Communion Christmas Day: 11am Celebrate God’s coming into the world
St Mary’s Church Whitkirk (ANGLICAN)
Christmas Eve: 5pm Crib Service, 11.30pm Midnight Eucharist Christmas Day: 10am Christmas Eucharist Boxing Day:10.30am Said Eucharist
Leeds All Saints Richmond Hill (ANGLICAN)
Christmas Eve: 3pm Crib Service Christmas Day: 9am Christmas Day Eucharist
St Philip’s Church Osmondthorpe (ANGLICAN)
Christmas Eve: 5pm Crib Service & 11.15pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day:10.30am Christmas Eucharist
Christ Church Evangelical Connexion Free Church of England (Manston)
Christmas Day:10.30am-11.15am All Age Worship followed by a shortened Holy Communion Service
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ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES
Halton Town Womens Guild
Shadwell & District Probus Club
Bardsey Debating & Literary Society (est 1937)
Leeds HF Rambling & Social Club 3 Kelmscott Gardens, Crossgates LS15 8HL Sunday walks geared to public transport. Send SAE for details to Georgina Cressey, Secretary.
Swarcliffe Working Mens Club
Bardsey Village Hall, Woodacre Lane, LS17 9DG Fortnightly meetings held on a 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
Colton Village Institute Meynel Rd, Colton, LS15 9HP Venue hire Available Enquiries: 07757 999639
Colton Women’s Institute Colton Methodist Church Hall, Meynell Rd LS15 9HP 1st Tuesday in the month, 7.45pm New members welcome. A wide range of activities. Enquiries: 0113 2707528
Crossgates Ladies Probus Club Crossgates Methodist Church Hall, Austhorpe Road LS15 8QR Last Thursday of the month, 2pm Social activities for retired women. Speakers & occasional outings. New members welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2606211
Crossgates Working Mens Club Orchard Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 7LP Christmas Artist – Christmas Eve & Boxing Day. Come join us and celebrate the festive season. Enquiries: 0113 2930152
Christchurch, Chapel Street LS15 7RW 2nd Monday of the month at 2 pm. New faces always welcome. Enquiries: Joyce Schofield 0113 2644883
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. Whether you're a full-time professional or just a keen amateur, a magic club has to be the best place to learn and share Magic Enquiries: leedsmagicalassociation@gmail.com www.leedsmagic.co.uk
Leeds Travel & Social Club
C/O The Victoria Pub. 28 Great George Street, LS1 3DL 1st Monday of the month 7.30 pm Regular events & holidays arranged. Enquiries: 0113 2694349
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.
Reading Group
Crossgates Library, Farm Rd LS15 7LB st Wednesday of the month 6-7pm. For the current book title or more information ask a staff member or just come along to the group.
Wike Ridge Inn Wike Ridge Lane, Shadwell LS17 9JW 3rd Monday of the month 10am -10.30am. Guest speakers, bar & lunch, outings & holidays for members & spouses. 01937 586263 www. shadwell-and-district-probus-club.co.uk Swarcliffe Avenue LS14 5HD Plenty going on over the festive season. All welcome to join us. Enquiries: 0113 2959100
Table Top Sale
Crossgates Methodist Church Hall, Austhorpe Road LS15 8QR 1st Saturday of the month 9.30am- noon. Selling crafts, stamps, books, bric-a-brac etc. Admission free.
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
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
GREEN FINGERS Halton in Bloom
Are you interested in a new group to make Halton a more attractive place to live? Email haltoninbloom@gmail.com
Leeds Horticultural Society
St Chad’s Hall, Otley Road LS16 5JT First Tuesday of the month A variety of interesting speakers – always a friendly relaxed evening with tea/coffee/ biscuits. Enquiries: Pat 0113 2250030 or www.leedshs.org.uk
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FAMILIES & CHILDREN Christmas Fair at Christ Church
Chapel Street, Halton, Leeds, LS15 7RW Saturday 7th December 10.00am-2.00pm. Crafts, various stalls including jewellery, Christmas stall, plants, books etc. musical entertainment, lunches, refreshments etc. Father Christmas. All welcome.
Christmas Fayre
Crag House Farm, Crag Hill LS16 7NH Saturday 7th December 11am-4pm Join Santa himself for roast chestnuts, hog roast, craft stalls and handmade wreaths, Christmas Tree's and everything else you need for Christmas!' Enquiries: 0113 2303 600 or www.caringforlife.co.uk
Cinderella Event...
Chapel Allerton Primary School, 21 Harrogate Road, LS7 3PD Sat 7th Dec, Northern Ballet's Cinderella is at the Grand this Xmas and we have a very special workshop for all ballet-loving children aged 3-12 years. Children will be enchanted by excerpts from the production and will learn how Northern Ballet put it together by learning some of the moves and dances from the scenes! A perfect magical warm-up for Christmas. Find details online at www.elevationsleeds.com
LEEDS WEEKEND CARE ASSOCIATION
Crossgates Tots & Guest Club
Various locations in Leeds. Provides respite care for children with moderate – severe disabilities. Playscheme and weekend groups. Music Mondays. Children & teenagers up to 18. Call for details: 0113 2165133
Swan Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS16 8AZ 7th December. There will be two sittings 12-1.30pm and 4.30pm till 6pm. Tickets £12 per child includes food, a gift from Santa and a Christmas activity. Anyone interested to book can contact the office on 0113 2817880 or email clare@linehamfarm.co.uk or hannah@ linehamfarm.co.uk
Crossgates Methodist Church Hall, Austhorpe Road LS15 8QR All girls age 7-10 or 5-7 years are welcome to join the fun and make new friends. Activities include games, crafts, badges, cooking, sports, sleepovers & weekends away. Enquiries: 5xgmethodistbrownies@live.co.uk
Community-Led Nursery Offering Subsidised Places
Twinkle Toes, Colton Institute, Meynell Road, Colton LS15 9AQ £3.75 per child every Thursday Morning 10am-12 noon for ages 18 month+. Mums &Tots 1st Friday and Baby development group 1st Thursday in the month £2 or £3.75 per family. All welcome. Enquiries: racheltempest@ttoes.co.uk 01132648705/ 07976691664 http://www.ttoes.co.uk
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Mini Fun (Stay & Play for up to 2 year olds)
Crossgates & Manston Childrens' Centre, Poole Crescent LS15 7NB Tuesdays 9.30-11.30 (term time only) Free.
Lineham Farm – Tea with Santa
Brownies & Rainbows
Crossgates Methodist Church Hall, Austhorpe Road LS15 8QR Mondays 1:15 – 2:45pm. Pre-school children & their carers welcome for an afternoon of activities and socialising.
Little Bookworms Storytime
Crossgates Library, Farm Rd LS15 7LB Thursdays 10.30am-11am (term time only) Storytime for children up to 2 years old.
Scholes Playgroup
Station Road LS15 4BJ (use Nursery entrance on Morwick Grove.) Wednesday mornings (term time only) 9.15am11.15am. Parents & Carers with pre school children welcome for chat, play & sing-along. Coffee, tea & cake for adults, snacks & juice for children £2.50 per child (siblings free).
Spanish Playgroup
Holy Trinity Church Hall, Meanwood LS6 4NP Thursdays 10am-1pm, term time. For 0-5 year olds and their Spanish-speaking parents or carers. Informal and friendly environment. Enquiries: 07775 579927 or susanarichart@yahoo.co.uk
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Sports, Health & Wellbeing Amaranth FC
Manston Lane, LS15 8AB New players wanted for U8, U13, U15, U16 and U18 teams. Please call Derek Hallas Club Secretary on 07427 652683 or email derek.hallas@gmail.com
Arthritis Care Halton
Chapel Street, Halton Leeds LS15 7RW 1st Tuesday of the month 1.30– 3.30pm Speakers/ outings. New members welcome. £2 inc raffle & refreshments. Enquiries: 0113 2494561 or just turn up. For further info on Arthritis Care visit website: www.arthritiscare.org.uk
Bardsey Bowling Club
Woodacre Lane LS17 9DQ New members welcome. The club is available daily for social bowling (when no league matches) Equipment provided but please bring flat-soled shoes only. Enquiries: 01937 579644 or 0113 2934109
Barnbow Social Club
Old Manston Lane, Leeds LS15 8AD Live Entertainment, Bingo, Deal or No Deal etc. 3 snooker teams, 2 Darts & Dominoes teams & a Golf Section. Dance hall available for functions. Enquire at the club for memberships. The Club is the HQ of “Barnbow Pensioners”. Enquiries: 0113 2647204 or postmaster@ barnbowsports.force9.co.uk
Bardsey Tennis Club
Woodacre Lane, Bardsey, Leeds, LS17 9DG A friendly village club always welcoming new members. www.bardseytennisclub.co.uk
M.S.Society Leeds and District Branch
Information, support, help and social activities for those affected by M.S 0800 1114324
Colton Footie Tots.
Colton Institute Sports & Social Club School Lane, Colton LS15 9AL Football training for 4/5/6/ years olds. Coaches CRB & FA trained. Enquiries: 07830 352934 or hindo7@ googlemail.com Colton Institute Sports & Social Club has sections for cricket, tennis and bowls. For information on the junior football team go to: www.coltonjuniorsfc.co.uk
Colton Tennis Club
School Lane, Colton LS15 9AL New members welcome. MondayThursday 8pm-11pm; Friday: 7pm-11pm; Saturday:3.00pm-11.00pm; Sunday,12pm3pm & 8pm-10.30pm Members only. Enquiries: 0113 264 6265
Crossgates Cricket Club
Austhorpe Lane LS15 8LX Coaching by qualified ECB coaches. New adult & junior members welcome www. crossgatescc.com for further details.
Crossgates Harriers
John Smeaton Sports Centre, Smeaton Approach LS15 8TA Friendly adult running club. Club nights are Wednesday at 7.15. Enquiries see: crossgates-harriers.moonfruit.com
Flexicise to Music
St. Wilfrid’s Church Hall, Selby Rd, Halton LS15 7NP Wednesdays 1.30-2.30 - £2.50 inc refreshments Take a seat, have fun and get your body moving to music. Improve your mobility and joints- adults of all ages welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2600949
Get Fit Stay Fit
Shadwell Village Hall, Mondays 5-6pm & Thursdays 8-9pm Collingham Memorial Hall, Wednesdays 9.30am -10.30am Thorner Victory Hall, Tuesday 9.30am10.30am & Friday 9.30am-1030am £5 per session. Enquiries: 0113 2738640
Karate & Kobudo Classes
Newbourne Methodist Church, Upper Accommodation Road LS9 8JL Weds at 6.30pm for Karate & 7.30pm for Kabudo.£3.50/ lesson. 1st lesson free. All our senseis are CRB checked & fully qualified
Pendas Badminton Club
John Smeaton Sports Centre, Smeaton Approach, LS15 8TA Tuesday 8pm -10 pm. Year round friendly social badminton, various additional events. 2 league teams. £5 per session. Enquiries: 0113 2600410
Temple AFC
Charter Standard club, all coaches CRB approved & FA & 1st Aid qualified. Free training every Sat from 10am-noon on our pitches at Primrose Lane, Halton (behind Matalan). Enquiries: 07931 632014 or templejunior@tiscali.co.uk www.templeafc.btik.com
The Whitkirk Club
Selby Rd, LS15 0AA Bowling, Cricket (www.whitkirkcc.org.uk) Football, Tennis, All age groups catered for. Open Mon-Thurs from 19.30 & 18.00 on Fridays till 23.00. Sat from noon till 2pm then 4 till 11pm & Sun from noon till 10.30. Members only, children under 14 must leave by 9.30pm. TV for Sky matches
Miscellaneous Oakwood Farmers Market (Christmas Market)
Around The Oakwood Clock (Junction of Roundhay Road/Oakwood Lane/Wetherby Road) 21st December 9.30am-12.30pm
Salvation Army Carol Concert Leeds Town Hall Sunday 8th December at 3pm. £5 per ticket. There will also be a collection in support of Yorkshire Cancer Centre. Enquiries: 0113 2250330
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Newbourne Methodist Church Hall, Upper Accommodation Road. LS9 8JL Monday 1.15-2.45pm Beginners & improver’s welcome. £3 inc refreshments Enquiries: 0113 2485200
City of Leeds Pipe Band
Village Hall, 38 Main Street, Scholes LS15 4DL Thursday 8pm. New members wanted, any age/gender. Enquiries: 01274 590608 www.leedspipeband.org.uk
Country Dancing
St Mary's Hall, Whitkirk, Leeds, LS15 0AA 2 Mondays in the month. Price £3. Enquiries: 0113 2606211
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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
Line Dance Class
Newbourne Methodist Hall, Upper Accommodation Road LS9 8JL Every Thursday at 6.30pm. Children & beginners first lesson free
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
Scottish Country Dancing Weekly Classes. All Welcome. £3 per class. 1st class free. Enquiries: 0113 2777113 l.enoch@btinternet.com www.rscdsleeds.org.uk
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
Whitkirk Arts Guild
Whitkirk Church Hall LS15 0AA Wednesdays from 7.30- 10pm. New members always welcome. Enquiries: 07964 853568
Yorkshire Dance
3 St Peter's Square LS9 8AH Tuesdays 1.30pm – 3pm. Creative dance for over 50’s who want to explore, innovate, create and make ‘dance’. Enquiries: 0113 243 9867
Yorkshire Late Starters Strings
West Park Centre, Spen Lane LS16 5BE Saturday Mornings during term-time, 10am- 12.30pm. String orchestra for adult learners/returners. The emphasis is on stress-free, non-competitive playing, with tuition offered by some of the finest professionals in the region. Enquiries: yorks.lss@virgin.net or www.ylss.org
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Ann Riddington
Mandy Driver
Clive Smith
Managing Director Tel: 0113 264 2433 ariddington@arestateagents.co.uk crossgates@arestateagents.co.uk
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