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Hello and welcome to this month’s Covered.

We’ve another vibrant, packed edition for you this month – it’s been a pleasure to put this one together! Our Food & Drink section takes a look at Mrs Gales – a newcomer to the Street Lane scene. I’m a sucker for a business with a heart and Mrs Gales is certainly one of those – pop by for afternoon tea if you can, not only can you sample tasty cakey delicacies in a unique environment, you’ll also help a good cause. Our new ‘Leeds Venues’ feature takes a look at Seven Arts in Chapel Allerton – look out for the picture of the baby in ear defenders – that one has bought a smile to everyone’s face!

If you’re a fashionista then check out this month’s FHAB for some inspiration. And remember, dress to impress at all times – our snapper may be just round the corner from you! Do let me know what you’d like to see more of in our FHAB section, I’m more of a flat cap and walking boots

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

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

It all began when the friends met at a local fair, through a

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

Very fittingly, they decided upon the name Mrs Gales as a tribute to their late friend and money

Cakes are freshly made daily and the choic varies, but the choc especially deliciou

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from the venture goes directly to ‘M’ for Melanoma, a charity set up to work with the oncology department at nearby St James’ Hospital.

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

vegetarians and there is also a gluten free range of breads, bagels and porridge. Facilities for disabled customers are good too, with a purpose made ramp and accessible toilet.

Cakes are freshly made daily and the choice varies, but the chocolate cake is especially delicious…and fat-free. There is a specials board which offers a home-made soup of the day, with unusual choices such as spinach or butterbean making an appearance, and traditional dishes such as corned beef hash.

Healthy options such as poached eggs are available and also a good range of sandwiches such

as smoked salmon or homemade hummus with pitta bread.

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

Call (0113) 2689581 for enquiries.

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

Preheat oven to 170c. Melt chocolate before letting cool. Separate egg whites from yolks and beat together yolks with sugar before gradually adding the melted chocolate. Add milk gradually, beating all the time, then fold in the sieved flour. Beat the egg whites, with the salt, until you form soft peaks. Fold into the chocolate mixture. Place in a greased tin and bake for 55 minutes. To prepare the filling, put condensed milk in a pan with the cocoa powder and mix well. Add milk and stir constantly until you have a thick paste. Set aside to cool. Once the cake and filling are cool, cut cake in half and fill, reserving some filling for the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with chocolate chips.

250g unsalted butter, 200g caster sugar, 4 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, juice 1 lemon, grated zest 2 lemons, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, 50g ground almonds, 280g plain flour

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

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

Preheat oven 200c. Lightly grease baking tray. Put flour and baking powder into mixing bowl. Add the butter and rub in lightly and quickly with your fingertips until mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs.

Stir in the sugar and sultanas. Pour 100ml of milk and most of the beaten egg into the mixture. Mix together with a knife to a soft dough, adding a bit more milk if needed. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and lightly knead just a few times only until gathered together. Gently roll out to around 2cm deep. Cut out rounds and place on baking tray, spaced slightly apart. Glace with reserved egg and bake for around 10 minutes. Serve with jam and cream.

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Buying Local Buying local produce can give levels of assurance and satisfaction that supermarkets and major brands are still trying hard to match. Some buy in the names of celebrity chefs or TV personalities. Some celebs go it alone, by marketing products that have little or nothing to do with their on-screen personae.

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In remission, Charlotte became the face of the Teenage Cancer Trust and engaged in an epic round of fund-raising. A series of concerts at the Royal Albert Hall in March this year featured a video of Charlotte’s journey and saw her addressing the audience. Nearly a million pounds in donations resulted,

along with a significant number of commitments to donate. Charlotte goes back regularly to the ward where she was treated, to support other young victims. In her own words: “I have taken on the role of a 'buddy' to the new cancer patients. I am able to offer them support, a shoulder to cry on, but most importantly I am able to offer them hope.”

The good news is that Charlotte has taken a First Class Honours Degree and is poised for her career in Family Law. Check the website for more details ljwbprideawards.co.uk

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If you're having a hard time getting motivated this winter to work off the unwanted weight, Jari Love (certified personal trainer and fitness DVD star) says: 'Research shows that 94 percent of couples stick with their fitness programs when they work out together.'

Many gyms offer access and exercise regimes specially for couples; it's the perfect opportunity to exercise side-by-side and as a team with your significant other. There are numerous ways you can strengthen both your bodies and relationship with plenty of (clean) fitness activities.

Cardio is a horrible word for any fitness buff - a word that requires you to put in your headphones, blare out some music, and just get running. This being said, going for a jog or a bike ride with your partner whilst having a leisurely talk is a great way to simultaneously get fit and spend that little extra bit of time together.

If running isn’t your thing, then why not find a couple that you socialise with and challenge them to a sporting contest? Depending on your interests, you could have a 2 on 2 game of basketball, go for a

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If you’ve ‘been there, done that’ with gyms, or you’re already active members of a gym and want to try something different, then how about dance lessons or maybe even ice skating? (Best not to mix the two just yet, though!). From now on, Salsa and Tango won’t be junky food and drink; you’ll be hot-stepping your way to a healthy lifestyle.

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Ride your bike in Roundhay!

As Tour de France publicity races across Yorkshire, the leafy suburbs of Oakwood and Roundhay are set to become a cycling destination in Leeds.

There are lots of projects in the pipeline – or already up and spinning... St. Edmunds Church, in the middle of Roundhay, is set to get 4 bike racks installed as part of its refurbishment work. The Leeds Cyclist group hosts an Easy Rider bike ride in Roundhay Park every Saturday morning at 10.15am at the tram park. REAP’s (Roundhay Environmental Action Project) transport group have put together a cycling

map to help locals get on their bikes. You can get a copy of the map at the Oakwood Farmer’s Market, every third Saturday in the month, or alternatively you can go to the website reap-leeds.org.uk /Transpor t/ REAPGreenerwaysMap.pdf to download it.

In the words of the great band Queen, Bicycle races are coming to town so get on yours and get over to Roundhay!

For Leeds Cyclists, see http:// le e d s c ycl i s t s .o r g.u k /s h o r tsocial-rides/ The Tour de Roundhay will be riding into Roundhay School on the 22nd June 2014. Celebrating the Tour de France’s visit to Yorkshire, and organised by REAP as a Roundhay Live event, the Tour de Roundhay will

have bicycle races, live music, tasty food and lots of exciting events for adults and kids alike.

Covered will bring you all the details in a future issue.

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Young Artists Recitals at Lotherton Hall Lotherton Hall is an Edwardian gentleman’s country residence, formerly the home of the Gascoigne family. In 1968, Sir Alvary and Lady Gascoigne gave it to Leeds City Council. It is now a museum, but still has the delightful feel of a family home.

There are impressive collections of furniture, sculpture, fine and decorative arts, ceramics, costume and jewellery. There is also an extensive park, an Edwardian garden and a bird garden. Every year, there are classical chamber music recitals held in the Drawing Room, using the historic grand pianos, one of which used to belong to the Salt family of Saltaire. In 2014, they will feature young performers

The Salt grand piano in the drawing room at Lotherton Hall

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Tea is served in the Servants’ Hall gallery after the concert and is included in the ticket price.

This year’s dates for Sunday recitals are 6 April and 4 May at 2.00 pm. There is also an evening jazz concert on Saturday

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

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

It Is easy to stay indoors, when the weather is wet, although it is important to keep the garden ticking over – even when it is not possible to work on major items – like winter digging etc, due to the soil being totally saturated.

Indoors, it is time to sow the remainder of your half hardy annuals, together with a further batch of sweet peas. Broad beans may be sown in containers, for planting outside as the weather dries up. Then start to waken up your dahlia tubers, begonia corms, arum lilies etc stored over the winter. It is possible to take dahlia and chrysanthemum cuttings to increase your stock, when the new shoots have grown between 3” and 4”. Lightly spray cactus and succulent plants to bring them out of dormancy, and give small amounts of water to over wintered fuchsia and geranium plants.

Indoor plants which are showing signs of new growth, should be inspected to see if they need moving to a slightly larger pot, new compost in current pot, then given small amounts of feed to encourage them to flourish for the new season.

Prune soft fruit bushes to an open goblet shape, mulching them if possible, and then start to feed at the end of the month when the ground is drying out. Apple and pear trees should also be pruned as necessary, to remove any crossing or over growing branches. Also prune rose bushes, buddleia, coloured dogwoods, and coppice eucalyptus trees to maintain a reasonable shape.

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The Good Old Days Most people’s perception of the workhouse is guided by two prefixes commonly in use – Victorian or Dickensian.

Oliver Twist and all that.

But workhouses and state provision for the poor both predate Oliver Twist (1830s) by over two centuries.

Poverty in England had become a public issue during the sixteenth century. The feudal system, effectively slavery, had eroded. Although communities were no longer tied, there was only the church to go to when times got hard.

In the 1530s Henry VIII closed over 800 monasteries and smaller religious communities.

A growing number of the poor and infirm had fewer places to go. In 1572 Parliament compelled parishes to levy taxes to relieve local poverty.

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

In 1576 towns were compelled to provide work for their unemployed. These and other measures were consolidated in 1601 – the very beginning of the welfare state.

The term workhouse is a loose one. The earliest would have been in places where it was thought more economical and effective to provide for the poor and unemployed under one roof, not necessarily purpose built. They were formalised only in 1723, when Parliament sanctioned them as a last resort and deterrent to unemployment.

Calverley Workhouse is a good example. No longer standing, it was built in 1756 and donated to the parish by Sir Walter

Blackett. Sir Walter had been born Walter Calverley in 1707 and inherited his father’s baronetcy in 1749. Having quickly sold his father’s estate in Calverley (and Esholt) on inheritance, perhaps Sir Walter thought he should put a little back. It was designed to accommodate as many as forty.

In 1728 Walter had also inherited an uncle’s vast wealth on condition that he change his name and marry a cousin. Though Otley born, and with his new wife and wealth in Newcastle (where he was Mayor five times), he nonetheless remained attached to Calverley - his father’s place of birth and family title. He was buried there in 1777.

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AR Estate Agents: We’ll look after you With over seven years’ agency experience Ann Riddington is well placed to spearhead Crossgates agency AR Estate Agents (formerly Raine & Horne). Following a successful re-launch five month ago, Managing Director Ann has already built up a bustling business in the sales and lettings market, not only in Crossgates but throughout the East Leeds area and beyond, the agency has even handled sales of properties in foreign lands.

Ann told Covered: “We pride ourselves on being just that little bit different from our competitors and, in fact, we are ‘not your average estate agent’. So what makes us different? Well, we are entirely independent and we treat each individual, be it a vendor, buyer or a landlord, as being just that – an individual.”

The personal touch can often be lost, particularly when dealing with large chains or franchises but Ann has been steadfast in her commitment to providing the best possible service. A dedicated Lettings Manager and

Property Consultant complete the team – a trio of skilled and knowledgeable professionals who take a special interest in each and every client they serve.

Ann added: “Buying, selling or renting your home can be an incredibly stressful experience and it’s nice to know that your agent is there every step of the way, either on the end of the phone or in person, 7 days a week and outside office hours. We are a team and by that we don’t just mean us, we mean the buyer, the vendor and the landlord – we all have to work together!”

AR Estate Agents message is clear and simple: “We’ll look

after you”. That’s all any of us want whether you’re a landlord, a tenant, a vendor or a buyer – especially now as the market takes off.

With confidence growing and more transactions taking place it’s essential to know that the agent you’re dealing with truly has your best interests at heart.

Pop by and see the team at AR Estates, you’re assured a warm welcome and the best in local advice and service.

AR Estate Agents Terminus Parade, 60 Station Road, Crossgates LS15 7JZ T: 0113 264 2433 www.arestateagents.co.uk

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ROBERT THOMPSON MOUSEMAN OF KILBURN

Robert Thompson’s furniture has travelled worldwide. The business founded in 1919 remains a thriving family firm whose ethics and working practices remain true to those of the master.

Robert Thompson was born in Kilburn in North Yorkshire in 1876, son of the village carpenter and wheelwright. Good at school, Robert was sent to Cleckheaton on an engineering apprenticeship.

But he preferred carpentry to metalwork and ended up working alongside his father. Though, whereas engineers work in measurements of one-thousandth of an inch, woodworkers rarely work to tolerances one tenth as tight.

Robert Thompson the carpenter started work trained in engineering precision.

Robert had often passed through Ripon, with its magnificent cathedral. His imagination was fired by the work of William Bromflet, a medieval woodcarver who had carved and decorated many of the cathedral’s furnishings.

Robert Thompson resolved that he too would one day work with oak and resurrect the spirit of medieval carving. But it wasn’t until 1919 that he got his big break. A priest from Ampleforth Abbey was visiting a parishioner in Kilburn at the very time he was also looking for someone to make a large crucifix.

He was introduced to Robert Thompson, who accepted the job on the spot. More commissions followed and word soon spread.

Robert had six men working for him by 1925, then ten in 1928 when he

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

Mouseman pieces can be as small as pin trays, napkin rings and letter openers.

This cheese board was on offer at Ilkley Antiques Fair earlier this month.

received his first commission from the USA – for a dining table and four chairs. In 1934 the craftsmen numbered thirty.

Two characteristics of Mouseman pieces are their adzed finish and signature 3-D mouse. An adze is an axe with a curved blade set at right angles. For small pieces, a miniature adze or “flat tool” is used, also leaving the surface looking like planished pewter. The trademark mouse first appeared in 1919, the year Thompson received his first artistic commission, and remains the company’s trademark today.

Robert Thompson’s Craftsmen Ltd is a thriving business in Kilburn and includes a shop and visitor centre/museum.

Pieces also regularly crop up at auctions, notably at Hartleys (Ilkley) and Tennant’s (Leyburn).

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This month’s FHAB takes us into the centre of our wonderful city to take a look at some of the most fashionable independent retailers.

Despite having a huge number of chains and department stores Leeds still boasts some of the best shopping for those looking for more of a unique and personal touch.

Shop:

Each to their own

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

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Best Sellers

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

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Best

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

Customers usually range from 15-30 but there is something for everyone.

Best sellers

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

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Shop:

Bo Carter

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

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

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Blue Rinse 9 – 11 Call Lane LS1 7DH

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

Best Sellers

Black oversized denim jacket Floral vintage dress

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

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3. Black oversized denim jacket 4. Floral vintage dress

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Leeds Venues

Seven Arts It’s no secret that Chapel Allerton is now seen as one of Leeds’ most vibrant suburbs. The collection of cafes, bars and boutique shops make this urban village a popular destination for families and young professionals alike.

And Chapel Allerton even hosts it’s very own annual Arts Festival, running through the last week in August.

Located in the midst of it all is Seven, opened as an independent arts space in July 2007. Seven offer a programme of cultural events most evenings and a café/ bar open from 10.30am – midnight daily, serving food from 12 noon.

It’s a welcoming place and great to meet up with friends and enjoy some food before an event or even just enjoy a coffee and, perhaps, read the paper. The good news is that even if you only visit the café/bar, profits will still be used to promote the arts programme.

The aim was to make art accessible to all and inspire creativity within the community and Seven was 10 years in planning, and is run as a notfor-profit Community Interest Company.

Promoting local talent as well as attracting work from further afield, Seven is an attractive and versatile venue, which can be adapted to host a variety of shows. Regular events include Screen Seven film nights, Kill For A Seat Comedy, dance and music events.

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

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

Support acts kick of with a couple of songs from Hearts of Lions, before moving on to Second Hand Wings, a band known for catchy indie melodies and soaring vocal

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

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

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

Wedding Dresses through the Ages St Margaret’s Church in Horsforth was the venue for a wedding fair with a difference on Sunday 16 February. St Margaret’s Social/ Events Group presented seventythree dresses, spanning the ninety years between 1923 and 2013, around sixty dotted around the church and the rest modelled in a show by brides past, prospective and their families. And, unlike other shows, there was only one commercial venture represented – two if you count the church vying for business as a wedding venue.

A programme listed and dated each dress and the bride. Some had a story to go with them – notably the earliest, from 1923.

Bride Martha Marshall’s father passed away unexpectedly several weeks before the wedding. So she ditched the

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

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

Spectacular dresses in spectacular settings – this example from 1990.

St Margaret’s Social/Events Group runs and facilitates a wide range of social activities, one forthcoming event being a Horsforth Choral Society choral evening in St Margaret’s Church on 8 April. Details of all events on 0113 2581719.

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WEDDING PLANNING? BOB INTO BROUGHTON’S Meet partners in life and business Samantha Broughton and husband Mick, owners of Broughton’s Bridals.

With 27 years experience in the bridal industry, and having tied the knot themselves they are perfectly placed to help both Bride and Groom to choose their attire for the big day.

Samantha told Covered: “We opened our 1st bridal boutique in April 2007 in Shadwell, Leeds 17.

After six very successful years in Shadwell we needed to find bigger premises as the business had grown so fast.

In February 2013 we found our perfect location and premises, in Garforth with large windows and set over 2 floors. Men’s wear is on the ground floor and the bridal boutique is on our 1st floor – offering privacy for our bride and her guests”.

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Broughton’s Bridals celebrate their 1st anniversary in Garforth on 23rd March 2014. Coincidentally, the 7th anniversary of the business opening falls on the same date.

Great customer service and personal honest advice are paramount to Samantha and Mick who told us: “No two brides or grooms are the same and we believe every customer should be treated the same no matter how much they spend with us.”

Broughton’s Bridals also achieved nationwide exposure on BBC’s ‘Don’t Tell The Bride’ .”We were ecstatic at the response we had after the show” said Mick It hasn’t taken the couple long to settle into their new surroundings, “We are looking forward to many happy years in Garforth and feel we have already been made to feel part of the community” Samantha told us.

If you’re planning a wedding, or know someone who is, go and visit

Broughton’s Bridals – you’ll be made very welcome. Appointments are highly recommended.

Broughton’s Bridals 111 Main Street, Garforth LS25 1AF TEL: 0113 2866055 www.broughtonsbridals.co.uk

“Enter as a stranger....leave as a friend” Broughton’s Bridals is a luxury shopping experience, enjoy your own private appointment set in a beautiful bridal boutique.

Stocking award winning designers, our bridal gowns cover a diverse spectrum and our prices range from £650 - £2,000.

Alongside our captivating bridal collections we can offer you our fabulous men’s formal hire collection, with complete suit hire from £59.95 - £130.

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REVAMP FOR GARFORTH PLAY AREA Work on a new children’s playground at a popular recreation ground in East Leeds has commenced this month.

As part of the £90,000 scheme set to be completed next month, old play equipment currently at Barley Hill Recreation Ground in Garforth will be replaced by a modern area for children to enjoy, and feature new swings, a bigger multi-unit climbing frame and roundabout.

New street furniture, litter bins and seats will also be installed at the recreation ground, which also has two well used bowling greens, tennis courts and two

Sukhothai takes Thai dining to a whole new level Leeds and Harrogate based restaurant group, Sukhothai, has just added a sparkling new addition to the Leeds restaurant scene, with the unveiling of its brand new lower floor dining area at its flagship city centre site, on South Parade, Leeds.

No expense has been spared to bring customers a really opulent, intimate place to dine, adorned with seductive lighting, fabulous pieces of Thai artwork and a stunning water feature.

Another stunning inclusion is a

sports pitches that are used e x t e n s i ve l y by clubs’ in the local community.

Councillor Mark Dobson, executive board member for the environment Cllr Andrea McKenna and Cllr Mark Dobson start work on the new playground at Barley Hill Recreation Ground. told Covered: "It is fantastic Councillor Andrea McKenna, news that work has now started to chair of the outer east area replace the old playground at Barley committee added: "We are Hill Recreation Ground with a range always on the lookout at our of fantastic new equipment.

Area Committee to support initiatives that will provide great "This really does promise to be facilities for young people to a superb place for youngsters to enjoy, and this new playground enjoy, and we can’t wait to see the at Barley Hill Recreation Ground final results when the project is certainly ticks all of the boxes." completed and available for use."

beautiful VIP dining room, perfect for those looking to add that little bit of extra magic to their event or function or a venue to befitting to that deal-clinching meeting.

Owner Ban Kaewkraikhot told Covered; “When we opened the Leeds city centre restaurant (in 2012) we were leaving our comfort zone of the suburbs of north Leeds and Harrogate, so even we are amazed at the love for Sukhothai in the centre of this great city. The new lower

floor should only enhance the customer’s dining experience and we can’t wait to welcome as many people, old and new, as possible.”

For more details on Sukhothai South Parade, call 0113 242 2795 or visit www.sukhothai.co.uk

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No Meetup with Leeds Live Music and Art Lovers As part of our ongoing look at Leeds Meetup groups, all organised online via social media, we decided to connect with Leeds Live Music and Art Lovers. The group has over 800 members with as many as five meetups each week, mainly music and for a wide variety of tastes. They had a meetup planned for Sunday 9 February – at 1230 in the 1853 Gallery at Salts Mill, Shipley. The plan was to start there and go on to all the other art, industrial heritage and retail galleries spread over several floors of the immense Victorian mill.

Then join for coffee in one of the mill’s restaurants or cafés. But things didn’t go according to plan – neither theirs nor ours.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Calling all Leeds Meetup groups Covered visits and reports groups from time to time. Please get in touch if you’d like yours featured.

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Rugby League for all Schools Leeds Rugby Foundation’s Rugby League Development Plan for Leeds has been assured a second year through continuing partnership and sponsorship by PIMS Ltd, a Leeds based a heating, rewiring house refurbishment specialist.

The Development Plan was launched with the aim of giving every youngster in Leeds the opportunity to play Rugby League - and the chance of attending a Leeds Rhinos or Hunslet Hawks game. To that end, the Foundation now has a staff of 13 full time Schools and Community Coaches, led by Leeds Rugby League Development Manager Leon Crick.

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

Fighting on the Home Front – the Legacy of Women in World War One We have all seen Kate Adie on TV, in sober camouflage gear equally soberly reporting from some strife-torn area. Her writing style is quite different, just as direct and concise, but also dry and funny and with a wry sense of the absurd.

This account of how women responded to the challenges and upheaval of WWI is based on original and meticulous research and Adie brings vividly alive the resourceful and courageous individuals she focuses on. All classes were affected, from princesses to parlourmaids,

with even Queen Mary planting potatoes and knitting for Britain.

There are some astonishing portraits, notably of Flora Sandes, a vicar’s daughter from Poppleton. She had some St John Ambulance training and volunteered for nursing. In the

Having won every club and national honour possible, and having been elected to a World XIII for three years, Keith’s new role with LRF gives him an ideal opportunity to continue contributing to the game in general and Leeds in particular.

Balkans from 1914, she realised her experience with a shotgun might be handy and was taken on as Private Sandes, 2nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Serbian Army.

She was awarded Serbia’s most prestigious medal for bravery before being invalided out. Back home, she briefed the War Office and took to public speaking, raising funds and spearheading donations of clothing. That women could do men’s work – and do it very well – certainly helped them eventually towards getting the vote, but Adie makes it clear that entrenched attitudes died hard and that liberation was acceptable “for the duration” but, in many cases, for no longer.

Fighting on the Home Front is published by Hodder and Stoughton at £20. A paperback version will be published in April and it is available now as an e-book.

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The Second Otley Word Feast 2014 The second Otley Word Feast 28-30 March 2014, celebrating the written and spoken word has something for everyone and many events are free to attend. The Grand Opening Feast at Korks Wine Bar, 7.00pm on Friday 28 March includes the Town Mayor's prize-giving for the adult winners of the 'Market' writing competition, performances by local writers, music and a delicious supper. Children's prizes will be awarded in Otley Library on Saturday 29 March.

Saturday's programme is wideranging, from a Kick-start Your

Writing Breakfast at The Bowling Green. Then there are inspirational writing workshops for all levels of experience, speakers, children's activities in Otley Library, an Open Mic session and exciting poetry Slam for young people. Sonnets and Scones features afternoon tea with James Nash and there are many free events for all ages. In association with Otley Courthouse, there will be a performance of 'Standing in Line' at the Courthouse.

On Sunday, there is a leisurely Walk with Words, led by Otley Walkers and a Gruffalo Walk for children. In addition, Otley Word Feast Press will launch their poetry anthology 'Spokes' at

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Korks Wine Bar. This celebrates all things cycling, with the Tour de France 2014 Grand Départ passing through Otley in July.

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

LIES, DRUNKENnESS & ROMANCE IN GARFORTH Drunken romances come back to haunt the characters of Garforth Amateur Dramatic Society’s next production in April.

In ‘Look Who’s Talking,’ by Derek Benfield, Brian (David Battersby) turns up unexpectedly for Sunday dinner at the home of Shelia (Anita Rushforth) and Andrew (Martyn Drake).

Brin had enjoyed a few glasses of wine with Shelia a week earlier – a night Shelia cannot remember and she has to create a web of lies to hide Bryan’s identity. To add to the confusion, solicitor Andrew’s secretary Carole (Stephanie Selwood) appears and believes her boss had promised her a romantic trip to Italy at an alcohol-fuelled party.

The characters all have to cover their tracks which sets off a chain of misunderstandings during an enjoyable farce which will be performed at the Garforth Miners’ Welfare Hall.

The cast of Look’s Who Talking: Front Row: David Battersby and Martyn Drake.

Back row: Stephanie Selwood, Anita Rushforth, Anne Rhodes.

The play will see Stephanie Selwood and Anne Rhodes (Jane) make their debut performances for the Society.

Cast member David Battersby told Covered: “We have really enjoying reading the play and it has brought lots of laughs. We hope the audience will enjoy it too.”

The Society has been running since 1947 and chairman Janet Gisburn added: “Like all amateur dramatic societies we do need new blood. Not just from an acting perspective, but from a backstage and front of house point too. So if

you would like to join us, please get in touch.”

The four night performance will run from Wednesday April 9th to Saturday 12th April and tickets will go on sale in March.

More information about the Society can be found at www. garforthamdram.co.uk You can also ‘like’ the Society’s Facebook page and ‘follow’ it on Twitter.

The Society’s next Jumble Sale and Coffee Morning is to be held on Saturday 15th March 2014 at the Miners Welfare Hall starting at 10:00AM.

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COUNCILLORS COMMENTS: This magazine is changing!

CROSSGATES WHAT WOULD YOU like to see

Expect more hyper-local news, views and features in the coming months.

Following on from last month’s issue, Councillors Gruen and Grahame had the honour of attending the 100th birthday celebrations for the Crossgates & Manston Guides. This was held at the Crossgates Centre and there was a great turn out from local residents who really value the great work the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows carry out in the local community.

We would like to congratulate Jean Barnbrook, the other organisers and all the Guides for a great event to celebrate their excellent achievements over the past 100 years.

More and more local girls are signing up to the club, which organises a great range of activities,

to contact your Councillor please call:

Cllr Peter Gruen 0113 266 3047

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including ice skating lessons, trips to the Capital FM studios and taking part in the annual ‘Wellies and Wristbands’ camp, which brings Guides together from across the country. We also had the honour of having the Guides sing at the Crossgates Christmas Lights Switch on last year.

We look forward to continuing to work with Jean and the girls in the exciting projects they have planned for this year.

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John Maneely Gas Installation & Servicing Central Heating Installation, repairs & Plumbing

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

The Leeds Photographic Society News The coming month will feature the society's Annual Exhibition competitions which will bring the club's Photographer of the Year series to an exciting conclusion and in addition to

this, there are also the final two rounds of the West Riding Interclub competition to run. The LPS is currently holding second place in this series.

The society's activities extend to far more than photographic competitions though, and as well as hosting a range of talks by visiting speakers, the society also participates in community projects. Currently members are in the process of creating 12 wall

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displays to decorate a new ward at the Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice in Headingley.

The society meets on Tuesdays at 7.30 pm. in St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JN. Please visit http://www.lps1852. co.uk/ for more details and you can also follow the Society on Facebook at http://www. f a c e b o o k . c o m / l p s18 52 a n d Twitter @lps1852

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Chapel Allerton Farmers Market Three Hulats Pub, 13 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3NB Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm

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

Horsforth Farmers Market

Chippendales Indoor Market

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

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

Bramhope Farmers Market

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

Briggate Farmers & Craft Market

Briggate, Leeds City Centre 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month 10am-4pm

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

The Old Grammar School, Manor Square, Otley, LS21 3AY Last Sunday of the month, 9am-3pm Chippendale's Indoor market is a market run inside the gallery. With over 15 traders selling anything from jams, pickles, chilled meats and crafts its well worth visiting.

Kirkstall Deli Market

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

Designer Craft Fair

Oakwood Farmers Market

Otley Courthouse, LS21 3AN Last Sunday of the month 9.30am-1pm. Lovely handmade crafts, fairtrade tea & coffee & yummy snacks www.otleycourthouse.org.uk

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

Grassington Farmers Market

Otley Farmers Market

Grassington Village Centre, North Yorkshire, BD23 5LB 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm

Skipton Farmers Market

Guiseley Farmers Market

Skipton Canal Basin, BD23.

1st Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm. www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

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

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Pilates For Back Pain

Our back pain classes are run from our fully equipped Pilates studio by an experienced physiotherapist.

Pilates Pre/post natal

Our physiotherapists also run classes for pre/ post natal ladies specialising in treating pregnancy-related back/pelvic pain

Pilates for Toning

We also run specialist toning classes for those who want to tone the abdominals, buttocks, arms & shoulders. The classes are run by physiotherapists with expert knowledge in muscle strengthening.

We also have physiotherapy treatment rooms and a rehabilitation gym onsite.

53 Aberford Road, Oulton, Leeds, LS26 8JA www.leeds-physio-pilates.co.uk info@leeds-physio-pilates.co.uk Tel: 0113 2825284

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Church Garden, Community Hall.

Monthly meetings held 3rd Thursday of each month @ 7.30pm.

We would like to invite you to our talks which very varied. Ancient-Modern and family orientated. Full membership £8. £1 for 1st visit, next meeting 20th March.

Enquiries: 0113 2864660

Leeds Current Affairs Discussion

Group Convenor/Tutor Professor Bill Jones St George's Centre, Great George street, Leeds LS1 3BR Dates: Each Thursday from 2 October – 4 December 2014 (ten sessions)10.30 – 12.30.

Fee £90. Keep your brain active and gain in-depth insights into current affairs at home and abroad via 10 weekly briefings and discussions. For more information and booking form contact bill.jones@sky.com or Glynis Sandwith at gmsandwith@yahoo. co.uk. (07765 641297).

Bardsey Debating & Literary Society (est 1937)

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

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

Garforth Historical Society

Church Gardens Community Room, off Church Lane, Garforth, LS25 2BW Meet Thursday 20th March at 7.30pm. A varied programme, Friendly crowd, all welcome to join us. Enquiries to secretary 0113 2863524 or garforthhistoricalsociety.org.uk

Garforth Townswomens Guild Garforth Academy, Lidgett Lane, LS25 Meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. New members are welcome to join for speakers, trips, arts & crafts.

Enquiries: 0113 2867636

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.

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

Halton Town Womens Guild

Christchurch, Chapel Street LS15 7RW 2nd Monday of the month at 2 pm. New faces always welcome.

Enquiries: Joyce Schofield 0113 2644883

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.

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

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.

Any member or ex member and civilian ancillary who have served in the Far East at any time are welcome to join. Enquiries to Secretary Eddie Seville: 0113 2637583

U3A Leeds

A vibrant organisation for anyone no longer in full time work.

Over 20 special interest groups & fortnightly talks.

Enquiries: 07552 448834 or www.u3aleeds.org.uk

Leeds Probus Club

St Matthew's Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane, LS7 3QF Meeting on the second Thursday in the month 10:30 to noon.

For retired professional/business men.

Social gatherings with speakers.

Enquiries: 0113 266 2310.

Military Whist Drive

Reading Group

Wharfedale & District Aeromodeller's Club

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.

Salem Hall, Main Street, Burley In Wharfedale Experienced flyers, juniors & beginners welcome to join.

Contact Jeff Smith 0113 2603557 for times/days

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All Domestic Joinery Work Kitchens Floors Skirting Tiling Interior & Exterior Doors Decking Laminates No Job Too Small

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GREEN FINGERS Leeds Horticultural Society

St Chad’s Hall, Otley Road LS16 5JT Tuesday 4th March, Simon Jordon – Inner City Living – ‘The BBC Marlborough St. Green Roof Project.’ always a friendly relaxed evening with tea/coffee/biscuits.

Tuesday 1 April 8pm: Short AGM followed by member’s Spring Show plus Gordon Kirby and Joe Maiden’s demonstration.

Membership is £12 per yr single and £18 per yr double. This gives entry to 10 Events evenings at St Chad’s and free admission to our 150th Anniversary of Leeds Flower Show at The Grammar School Leeds on 2nd/3rd August. New members are always welcome –join at the Events evening. Enquiries Pat 0113 2250030 or www.leedshs.org.uk

Halton in Bloom

If you would like more information on our lively group wanting to make Halton a better place to live please contact Jenny on 0113 8084496 or Alison on 07935 013027 or email haltoninbloom@gmail.com

National Vegetable Society

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

Scholes in Bloom

Saturday 29 March at Scholes Village Hall, Leeds 15, 10am- 12noon Coffee Morning in order to raise funds. The price of a ticket is £1 which includes coffee and biscuits. There will be tombola, cake stall, plant stall, book stall, childrens stall, jewellery stall and a raffle. Donations will be gratefully received-please contact Lilla Womack (tel 2730976).

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

Sports, Health & Wellbeing 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

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 7.15pm Enquiries see: crossgates-harriers.moonfruit.com

IBS Leeds

HEART Centre, Headingley, Friendly, informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Monthly meetings how being held.

Please email me at matt@letscureibs.com or visit www.letscureibs.com for details

Leeds Coeliac Group

Offering support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease.

Come along and join us at one of our social events.

Monday 24th March 2014. Leeds Coeliac Group AGM. 7.30 pm. St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Road, Leeds LS16 5JT. Guest Speaker: Helen Davies, Senior Dietitian, Leeds NHS Hospital Trusts.

Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 leeds@coeliac.org.uk or enquiries@leedscoeliacgroup.org.uk

Leeds Fencing Club

Kirkstall Leisure Centre, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS5 3BE. Beginners/Intermediates/Advanced.

Wheelchair fencing available. www.leedsfencing.co.uk /email: info@leedsfencing.co.uk / club secretary Karen Garvie 2742262 or Kirkstall Leisure Centre 3782086

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Information, support, help and social activities for those affected by M.S 0800 1114324

St. Theresa's Athletic Club

Meets at John Smeaton Centre, Tuesday's 7pm & Thursdays, 6.30pm outside Brown Cow pub at Whitkirk. All levels of ability are welcome. Beginners especially welcome with new course starting on 3rd April. Details at www.sttheresasac.org.uk

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. Members only, children under 14 must leave by 9.30pm. TV for Sky matches

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

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

Brownies & Rainbows

FAMILIES & CHILDREN 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

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

Crossgates Tots & Guest Club 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.

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Mini Fun (Stay & Play for up to 2 year olds)

Crossgates & Manston Children’s Centre, Poole Crescent LS15 7NB Tuesdays 9.30-11.30(term time only). Free.

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) 9.15am- 11.15am. 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

Whitkirk Wanderers JFC

The Whitkirk Club, Selby Rd, Leeds LS15 0AA. New players wanted now for our junior teams to strengthen our squads. Check our website www.pitchero.com/clubs/ whitkirkwanderers for more information.

Contact Lee on 0793 0397659

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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

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

Line Dance Class

Newbourne Methodist Hall, Upper Accommodation Road LS9 8JL Every Thursday at 6.30pm. Children & beginners first lesson free

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

Otley Word Feast 2014

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

Miscellaneous Garforth & District Crime Prevention Panel

Garforth Minors Welfare Hall, Main St, Garforth.

Meetings, held every other month. Next meeting 10th March.

Our aim to assist people in the area prevent crime. Enquiries: 0113 2864660

Leeds Feline Friends – Spring Fair

St Margaret's Church Hall, Horsforth LS18 5LQ Saturday 29th March 10am-1pm Variety of stalls including Easter Egg tombola, books & cakes. Delicious refreshments also available. Many bargains to be found. Can you give a Cat/Kitten a safe forever home? Please take a look on www.leedsfelinefriends.org.uk. 0113 2160593 or mail@leedsfelinefriends.org.uk

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

PLACES OF WORSHIP Christ Church Free C Of E

Corner Manston Gardens & Sandiford Close LS15 8EY www.christchurchleeds.org.uk or 01132605812

Christ Church Halton

Chapel Street LS15 7RW 0113 2645831 or www.leedsnandemethodist. org.uk/christchurch.php

Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints

Kingswear Parade, LS15 8LH. 0113 264 6874

Colton Methodist Church

Chapel Yard, Meynell Road, Colton LS15 9AH www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/colton.php

Crossgates Methodist Church

Austhorpe Road Leeds LS15 8QR www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/crossgates.php

GARFORTH METHODIST CHURCH

Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds LS25 1NW 0113 2862618 www.leedsnandemethodist. org.uk/garforth.php

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St Mary's Church Whitkirk (Church of England)

55 Main Street, Scholes, LS15 4DJ www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/scholes.php

Selby Rd, LS15 0AA. www.whitkirkchurch.org.uk

St James C Of E Church

Church Lane, Manston, Crossgates LS15 8JB. 0113 2645530

St Paul's Church Whinmoor St Paul’s C of E Primary School, Whinmoor Crescent, LS14 1EG.

St Luke’s Church

St Wilfrid’s C of E Church

Selby Road, Halton, Leeds LS15 7NP. 0113 264 7000

Swarcliffe Baptist Church Swarcliffe Drive LS14 5JN www.swarcliffebaptistchurch.org.uk

Stanks Lane North, Leeds, LS14 5AS 0113 273 1302 www.whitkirkchurch.org.uk

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Part Exchange We’ll buy yours so you can buy ours!

STUNNING 4 BEDROOM HOMES FROM

£249,995

CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS OF THE FANTASTIC DEALS AVAILABLE TO GET YOU MOVING

Call: 0113 264 3822 Visit: Thursday to Monday 10.30am - 5.00pm with a late night on a Thursday until 7.30pm.

bellway.co.uk

*Prices correct at time of going to press. Specification on site may differ. Pictures for illustration purposes only.

Bellway reserve the right to refuse a part exchange, terms & conditions can be found at www.bellway.co.uk.

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10% OFF ÂŁ10 M&A S SELLING FEES VOUCHER* if we sell your home in 10 weeks*

CELEBRATING

YEARS

IN BUSINESS!

Call our Crossgates branch on 0113 284 0120 or our Garforth branch on 0113 286 4000 *Terms and conditions apply, ask in-branch.

Crossgates - Garforth - Rothwell - Sherburn in Elmet www.emsleysestateagents.co.uk