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Liz Burton Ivor Hughes Judith Dunn Dawn Kilner Eric Wells Hello and welcome to this month’s Covered – the magazine for the Leeds suburbs. Most of us pass Leeds Town Hall fairly regularly but when is the last time you popped in and had a poke around? We visited this month for an access all areas look behind the scenes. There’s certainly more to the Town Hall than we thought. Have a look at this month’s Places of Interest feature and see for yourself. It’s some time since we last visited a vegetarian restaurant, the last time being our visit to the impressive Cheerful Chilli in Otley. We thought it was time we featured another so popped in to Roots & Fruits in Leeds’ Grand Arcade where we found a truly interesting menu and story behind the business. Long gone are the days when vegetarian and vegan places offered up nut-roast as their signature dish. See this month’s Food & Drink for more. Also in this month’s edition, we thought it was about time Covered photographer Ivor Hughes got his skates on so we sent him along to check out Leeds Roller Dolls. Unfortunately he couldn’t be persuaded to join in but he did find a fantastic minority sport in the city, one that most won’t have been aware existed before now. If you’re like a little razzamatazz with your sport then it might be for you. Looking to the next edition; the deadline for editorial submissions and listings in our Really Useful Guide is 11/11/14 and the advertising deadline is 14/11/14. Until next month,
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ROOTS AND FRUITS Roots and Fruits is now practically an institution. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and recently under new ownership, this vegetarian and vegan cafe first opened its doors in November 1989 to rapturous applause from non meat eaters previously deprived of a good place to eat out in Leeds centre. Twenty five years later and things have changed quite a bit in the city. Roots and Fruits though is still going strong and remains one of the the very few places to offer an exclusively meat free menu, rather than just a token number of dishes. That doesn’t mean to say that it only caters for vegetarians and vegans, of course. With a growing interest in food and sustainable living, people are
often keen to know the origin of their food, not to mention the cost to the environment. Added to this is the rise of the so called ‘gastrotourists’. According to recent research, more and more travellers are choosing their holiday destination based on the culinary experience available, with many keen to try out new flavours. And exciting new flavours is certainly something which Roots and Fruits
has to offer the discerning diner, right here in Leeds. Located in the smart and recently refurbished Grand Arcade, Roots and Fruits is popular with pretheatre diners and you can expect them to be bustling just before curtain call and also over lunch time. Offering diners a myriad of freshly cooked and delicious dishes, with the opportunity to bring your own alcohol for a small corkage fee, it’s easy to see the attraction in this quirky and friendly cafe. New owners Kay Jones and Richard Young took over around a year ago and are the third owners in the history of Roots and Fruits. Passionate about the cafe, and the ethos behind it, they have renovated to a fresh, contemporary style and vibrant caterpillar greens with sumptuous cerise pinks provide a fitting backdrop to the interesting mosaic tiled counter. Pleasant lighting highlights the work of local artists on the walls and many of the
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original Grand Arcade features remain. The huge windows offer customers the opportunity to watch the world go by from this tranquil oasis, which is just a stone’s throw away from the main shops and offices, and the original numbered floor tiles are still present in the doorway too, which seems only appropriate in an area of Leeds now known for its vintage stores and craft shops. You can expect a warm and knowledgable welcome at Roots and Fruits. Kay and Richard and are keen to showcase fresh and imaginative dishes alongside tried and tested favourites and to show that vegetarian food can be enjoyable and accessible for everyone. A quick glance through the menu reveals a range of dependable dishes such as an all day breakfast, burritos and a hearty lasagne or moussaka which sit alongside more exotic dishes such as crisp julienne vegetable, lemongrass and noodle salad, served with a Cambodian wedding day dip, or homemade chickpea and broad bean falafel. There is also a selection of lighter meals on offer such as goat’s cheese fritters with an onion marmalade, haloumi salad with puy lentils or Welsh rarebit, which may leave room for one of the fabulous desserts such as
pomegranate rice pudding, chocolate cheesecake or churros. The kitchen staff are just as enthusiastic about their work and you can expect to see an ever changing specials board featuring seasonal offerings such as blood orange, mozzarella and braised radichio salad or mushroom and redcurrant wellington. The chefs Lizzie, Luke and Loui work their magic on the range of fresh produce, which is organic and sourced from Thornes Park in Wakefield, and it’s a delight to see them crafting seasonal vegetables into
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such creative culinary delicacies. All of the burgers and soups are hand-made and vary according to whatever seasonal produce is available and you can expect such tasty options such as a marrow, fennel and rosemary soup, served with a bread bun freshly baked each day on the premises. Fresh sandwiches are also an option and include time honoured classics such as egg mayo sitting alongside a tempting artichoke and chickpea salad. Cheese roulade, spicy curries and dhal add to the range of dishes from around the world and are popular favourites on the menu too, offering a warming choice as the cold nights draw ever closer. Roots and Fruits is the only restaurant in Leeds to be approved by the Vegetarian Society, which
means that not only do they reach a very high standard and are cruelty and meat free, but all eggs are free-range and all dishes GM free, proving that conscientious and ethical dining can be achieved at an affordable price. Whilst the dishes here are very reasonably priced, there is no scrimping on quality and all produce and suppliers have been very carefully hand selected. All coffee is Fairtrade, as is much of the tea selection and hot chocolate, and the range of freshly made smoothies are vegan and gluten free. There is also a selection of cold drinks and juices available and you will find a range of handcrafted chocolate by Sweet Revolution, made in Wetherby, and cakes baked freshly by local favourites, That Old Chestnut.
At Roots and Fruits, they are happy to cater for differing tastes and many dishes can be adjusted to be suitable for vegans and gluten free diners are encouraged to enquire about dishes. The cafe is also available for private parties and has disabled access, though it should be noted that the toilet is upstairs. Much of the food is available to take away and orders can be rung through in advance and they are open from 11 am until 7 pm, Monday to Saturday. Roots and Fruits have very kindly offered Covered magazine readers a 10% discount from their bill. Just mention ‘Covered’ when you pay to receive your discount. www.rootsandfruits.net 10-11 Grand Arcade Leeds Tel: 0113 2428313
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The Thriving Fish & Chip Industry Fish and Chips shops are securely preserved within the sphere of thriving businesses in Leeds and have been for well over eight decades. The industry has become more and more prevalent in our society and in our hearts. Dating back to the 1920’s, a little fish and chip shop, named Nash’s opened up on Park Lane. Slowly but surely a flourishing business took Leeds by storm, and fish and chips soon became a favoured local dish. Starting out as a lower end scale meal, fish and chips were popular, but by no means seen in a favourable light in the realms of posh cuisine. ‘A poor man’s dinner’ or stock meals for the working class were among the descriptions fish and chips acquired.
Soon, Nash’s fish and chips became an institution, attracting local celebrities and gaining welldeserved press. Soon to follow were a plethora of new chains, some including Murgatroyds and Harry Ramsdens. As it stands, today there are near to 200 shops in Leeds alone, some with eating in facilities, but what really beats eating them straight out of the bag? The very real issue of location can be among the factors of a lower or higher income, but with some people on average eating fish and chips three times a week, and 22% of people visiting at least once a week, it is safe to say that the fish and chip industry will only continue to grow, and that it still remains a signature dish in Leeds. Thanks to Jennifer Durrans of the National Federation of Fish Fryers: www.federationoffishfriers.co.uk
FISH & CHIP FACTS: Fish and Chips are even a valuable source of protein, fibre, iron and vitamins; providing a third of the recommended daily allowance of vitamins for men and nearly half for women. The annual spend on fish and chips in the UK is in the region of a staggering £1.2 billion! There are currently in the region of 10,500 specialist fish and chip shops in the UK. These dramatically outnumber other fast food outlets: McDonalds has only 1,200 outlets, Kentucky Fried Chicken 840.
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Top Class Thai Transformed Sukhothai has now been in the heart of Headingley’s vibrant restaurant scene since 2007 and its place in the culinary tapestry of the bustling North Leeds suburb is securely woven. However, over the past few weeks, it’s undergone what can only be described as an amazing transformation, in the form of a complete refurbishment. There’s a whole new front to the restaurant, featuring a raised Al Fresco dining area, covered by awnings and enclosed by beautifully patterned glass screens. Equally impressive are the new bi-folding doors that open the restaurant up to the outside world - sure to be a popular feature when the weather is behaving itself. Once inside, the new, more spacious bar area, immediately catches the eye. Then, there’s the amazing ‘theatre’ style kitchen – now a feature at all 4 Sukhothai
restaurants – where you can watch the multi-talented Thai chefs, including the owner, Ban Kaewkraikhot… it’s where she loves to be! The décor of the new restaurant is breathtaking. Wherever you
look, there’s beautiful pictures, statues, pieces of Thai artwork and artifacts. There are charming items of crockery; all hand painted and imported from Thailand - the pattern on which matches the wonderful feature plates that adorn the tables. It’s intricate details like this that Sukhothai always seem to get right. They have also mirrored the look of their lower floor of the flagship city centre restaurant, by installing more intimate booth style seating. We’re fairly sure we don’t need to tell all you Sukhothai addicts about the food - it’s one of the main reasons these guys have been in the Good Food Guide since 2008 and made The Sunday Times Food List in 2013. So, whether a regular Sukhothai customer or new to Thai food, the same warm welcome awaits, full of the usual Thai grace and everything that sets Sukhothai apart from the rest. Call 0113 278 1234 or email headingley@sukhothai.co.uk to book a table. Sukhothai Headingley, St Annes Road, Leeds LS6 3NX www.sukhothai.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON AT OTLEY COURTHOUSE Otley Courthouse is set to provide an eclectic mix of comedy, theatre and music during November; here are some highlights from their upcoming programme. Examine the moments of pleasure in daily life, the heights and depths of happiness, in a show that is sometimes thoughtful, sometimes foot-stomping and ultimately uplifting. Join Jo Bell and Tony Walsh for Lifted on Saturday 8 November. Tickets £9/£7 in advance, £10/£8 on the door.
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CrossHarbour are a dynamic new band emerging from London showcasing their fusion of wellloved traditional Irish Folk tunes and songs with self-penned material and original arrangements on Sunday 16 November. Tickets £10/£8 in advance, £11/£9 on the door. Part sketch show, part pub quiz, the show has all the ingredients of a fun night out. LipService , the cult theatre company and comedy duo, return to the Otley for a whirlwind tour featuring Britain’s female national treasures on Saturday 22 November with their Hysterical Historical show. Tickets £10/£9 in advance, £11 /£10 on the door. Join mountain climber extraordinaire, Adele Pennington for an evening of excitement, inspiration and entertainment at the Courthouse on Saturday 29 November. Adele has climbed in all seven continents and following a serious accident bounced back to become the first British Woman to summit Everest twice. Tickets £10/£8.
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A Touch of Holly at Christmas is taking place on Sunday 30 November kicking off your festive season with a show full of Christmas cheer. Alongside his counterfeit crickets, Marc Robinson from Stars in their Eyes and Buddy the Musical will pay tribute to the one and only Buddy Holly performing a full repertoire of classics. Tickets £16/£15. Tickets for these and all other Otley Courthouse events can be booked by popping into the Courthouse, calling the box office on 01943 467466, or by visiting www.otleycourthouse.org.uk.
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Otley FolkFest highlights The 23rd Otley Black Sheep Folk Festival had the town resounding to fiddles, clogs and more in mid-September. Established visiting artists, local favourites and newcomers (including local MP Greg Mulholland with Summercross) put on entertainment for all tastes. Covered couldn’t get everywhere, so here are a few highlights. The Duncan McFarlane Band – acoustic and electric – was on great form inside and out at the cricket club. Duncan’s sheer energy and infectious enjoyment got the crowd singing, swaying and clapping along to old numbers, contrasting well with the more reflective mood of some recent material.
Duncan McFarlane in good voice and humour
A troupe of tribal belly dancers, otherwise known as Four Hundred Roses, were a welcome surprise at this year’s festival – they hadn’t registered in time to be included in the programme.
Dave Vermond is another local hero and he gave a storming set upstairs at the Red Lion. Rachael and Mark of the Heathen Kings kicked off with sweetly lyrical ballads, followed by Hex with powerful three-part harmony before Dave and his guitar – also used as percussion. Three very different sounds, all well served by the Red Lion’s superb acoustic.
wry humour, both much in evidence. His new song, the Wrong Bus, was commissioned by the BBC which wanted a funny number to lighten its Radio Ballads series on WWI. Otley loved it – you can hear it at 10pm on Radio 2 on 11 November.
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Michael Forsyth (Copper Kettle) and Anna Shannon are two other balladeers, each with a moving repertoire of social history and comment, much appreciated by the Korks audience. At the Methodist Hall on Sunday were Grace Notes followed by Jez Lowe. Grace Notes accompany themselves on a variety of instruments and also sing beautiful three-part harmony a cappella. Traditional and contemporary songs and their insightful comments make for a memorable performance. Jez Lowe has his roots in the tradition of the pitman poets of the north-east and is known for his stripy jumpers and
Two things were noticeable at this year’s festival. First, it was quiet. As co-organiser Steve Fairholme told Covered: “There are just too many festivals. We will have to look at timing; by September, people have been to a lot. And the clash with Saltaire makes no sense.” True. Another thing making no sense is the continued closure of Otley’s Civic Centre. The town needs its major venue. What are the authorities up to? If you fancy folk in the sun, follow Duncan McFarlane to Spain in March for a five day festival on the Costa del Sol. Details on the website costadelfolk.com ( code DMF-CDF at checkout gets Covered readers a £10 discount, courtesy of Duncan).
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Bramhope St Giles Flower Festival Having photographed Cookridge Flower Show the day before, and on his way to Otley Vintage Transport Extravaganza, our photographer was intrigued to find both interests combined on the front lawns at St Giles Parish Church, Bramhope. Was this to become an annual event? Sadly not. Parishioner Joy Smith (pictured); “This year’s festival (12 to 15 September) has taken conjunction with Leeds Flower more than a year to plan ...” Club, the objective being to decorate the church to the theme of The festival was arranged by “All things bright and beautiful.” The Flower Guild at St Giles in The Guild is a group of twelve
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Leeds Roller Dolls If you’ve seen the film Rollerball, either the 1975 original or 2002 remake, then you’ll have a good idea of the aims behind the rapidly growing sport of roller derby. OK, the circuits aren’t banked, there is no ball to get into any goal and nobody is riding or being pulled by a motorcycle. But the vigour, attitude and razzamatazz are just the same. Two teams of five, drawn and rotated from squads of up to fourteen in any one match, compete on a circuit roughly the size of a tennis court. Always travelling anti-clockwise, the aims of each team are twofold and identical; assist your own nominated player (the “jammer”) to lap the opposition as often as possible – while blocking your opponents’ jammer from doing exactly the same. The matches are played over two periods of 30 minutes, each half being broken down into shorter periods of up to two minutes. The rules governing what blocking or charging manoeuvres are or aren’t permissible remain a mystery to the newbie spectator – but referees are
The closely contested final between Furness (turquoise) and Newcastle (black). Here Furness are blocking Newcastle’s “jammer” (the starred cap almost hidden behind Baddie Long Legs).
there to enforce rules dedicated to player safety. Though that’s not to say that there aren’t several heavily protected spills during each play. Eighty years ago in USA the sport was fully professional and attracted up to five million spectators. The modern revival is around ten years old with the game being predominantly all-female, amateur and administered by volunteers. The showbiz and glamour elements that allegedly ruined the game in USA have been reintroduced
Thanks to Leeds Roller Dolls’ Vikki Brown (right) for inviting us to the tournament and to Helen Tulloch (or R. I. Punzell) for helping her explain the rules. Vikki is a recreational roller and Helen rolls with Rebel Roses, their travelling A Team.
– glitzy kit, loud music, running commentaries and all players known by nicknames drawn from their own, or their characteristics or style of play. On the match day we attended, the Leeds line-up included Meg Argh Bite and Rigor Morris ... On the day, at Leeds Footsal Stadium on 20 September, six teams from the north (Sheffield, Hull, Halifax, Furness, Newcastle and Leeds) were competing in the fifth annual Great Yorkshire Showdown. Multiple matches (here a warm-up “A” match, six league matches and then a final) are more popular than single ones due to the cost of venue and travel. The result? Whippin Hinnies (Newcastle) beat Furness Firecrackers 173 points to 172 – a remarkably close and high scoring final. Leeds Roller Dolls’ home fixtures close just as this issue commences distribution. So you’ll have to visit leedsrollerdolls.co.uk and related social media to get the latest news, results and league positions. There is also a wealth of information for wannabe rollers (league, recreational or junior) and a plea for volunteers in organisational and support roles.
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COUNCILLORS COMMENTS: BARRY ANDERSON
In addition to purchasing housing the Council has also purchased and converted two community centres into six three-bedroomed houses at a cost of £347k.
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL’S HOUSING STRATEGY The Council has a Housing Strategy that includes, amongst other things, bringing empty homes back into use where they have fallen into disrepair, the owners no longer live in them and they can be purchased by the Council and returned to a habitable state. Some of the properties are also ex-Council stock bought under the Right to Buy scheme where owners have been unable to maintain ownership. These are put into the Council’s housing stock to reduce the waiting lists and increase the amount of affordable housing for families and single people in the city. The current position, not including houses that have completed the process
Councillors Comments: Paul Wadsworth All the volunteers who took part in the Nunroyd Park litter pick in September deserve our thanks and appreciation. This was part of an effort by people to take action and clean-up their local neighbourhoods, and it’s inspiring to see the kind of impact that people can make when they work together for the good of their community. Hopefully local clean-up efforts will continue in the years ahead. Local action, with people taking
REFURBISHMENT TO GOLDEN ACRE PARK A number of residents have commented on the slow progress with the refurbishment to the fully, as at the end of August, has café at Golden Acre. The latest seen 8 houses purchased for just information I have is that is that is over £0.5m. There are a further 9 as follows: houses at a cost of £0.7m, where purchase has been agreed and “The contractors have just they are in conveyance with the confirmed to us that they are Council’s Legal Service. These very busy at the moment but now costs include refurbishment and expect to have the roof fabricated legal costs. A further 4 properties in 4 weeks’ time.” are in negotiation. The property types include one, two and three- Cllr. Barry Anderson bedroomed houses and one and Adel & Wharfedale Ward
responsibility for their own communities, helps to keep our neighbourhoods clean and fosters a sense of pride for residents and visitors to the area.
that arise if they don’t, means that future generations will be more engaged. After all, one of the best ways to keep our streets tidy is if we can stop the litter from being dropped in the These clean-up efforts need to first place. be supported by two further key components. First we As local councillors we have need to make sure we have the recently agreed funding for appropriate amount of bins in a number of litter and dog the right places, so that people fouling enforcement signs in are encouraged to dispose of key locations around the ward. their litter responsibly. We also Residents will see these in need to increase the amount place shortly, and hopefully of education and awareness they will help raise awareness of littering amongst the public of the problem and benefit the generally, but especially local community. amongst young people. Teaching our children that they Councillor Paul Wadsworth need to take responsibility for Guiseley and Rawdon Ward the waste they produce, as well TEL: (0113) 224 3201 as alerting them to the problems Email: paul.wadsworth@leeds.gov.uk
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The Spirit of Christmas Leeds Male Voice Choir are set to light up Leeds Minster as they perform in their biggest Christmas concert yet on Saturday 13 December. Formed in 1916 in Middleton the choir has been singing across Leeds and Yorkshire for almost a century and has members ranging from 23 to 89. The Spirit of Christmas looks set to be a spectacular fun filled affair for the whole family, with free entry for accompanied children. Joined by a host of soloists, guest choirs and even a special guest from the North Pole the choir will mark the festive season with popular Christmas songs and Yuletide favourites. The Director of Leeds Male Voice Choir Tim Knight explained “We’re delighted to be returning to Leeds Minster after the success of ‘The Best of British’ in June and have planned a cornucopia of Christmas music for the whole family. We have with a number
GREG MULHOLLAND MP As I write this the party conference season is drawing to a close. During the last few weeks politicians of all parties have been debating future policy and with the general election only seven months away, they have been firmly fixed on measures that they would like implement should they be successful in May 2015. Before then, however, there is still a great deal to be done and we return to Westminster on October 13 to continue work on this session’s programme. One of the most important bills is the Modern Slavery Bill, which will bring in much more severe sentences for those convicted of these appalling crimes, including life sentences for those who are found to have committed the most serious offences, such as trafficking. It is alarming that 180 years after the abolition of slavery estimates of the numbers of people working in slavery in the UK are as high as 20,000, although the clandestine nature of this problem means that it is very difficult to assess its scale. There is general agreement that the number is rising. Slavery includes trafficking for sexual exploitation, child trafficking, trafficking for forced labour and domestic servitude. Victims of slavery in the UK include people brought from other countries, but also vulnerable people
of very well-known Christmas songs, new pieces, traditional carols and a few surprises”. The Spirit of Christmas concert takes place on Saturday 13 December at Leeds Minster on Kirkgate in Leeds at 7.30 and tickets are available via www.leedsmalevoicechoir.eventbrite.co.uk or by telephoning 0113 243 1605 from UK. There is no typical victim and they can be men, women or children although it is more prevalent amongst vulnerable, minority and socially excluded groups. One of the difficulties facing those seeking to stamp out slavery is of course locating the victims as the nature of the crime is that they are forcibly kept hidden. A hotline 0800 0121 700 - and a website https://modernslavery. co.uk/ have been set up to raise awareness of the problem and help people to report any suspicions that they might have. The website includes information about how you may recognise signs that someone is being held against their will and I urge everyone to have a look at it. This atrocious exploitation could be taking place in the street where you live. Greg Mulholland MP 12 Holt Park Centre, Holt Road LS16 7SR T: 0113 226 6519 | Twitter: @GregMulholland1 hq@gregmulholland.org
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LEEDS TOWN HALL Mention Leeds Town Hall and most would think of the iconic clock tower, or the four white stone lions which guard the entrance to this majestic building. Yet there is much more to discover about this landmark in the midst of our busy metropolis. This Grade I Listed building was built from millstone grit during the population boom of the 19th century. Leeds was then a dirty town, with coal driven steam engines and many unsanitary conditions. The now beautiful Victoria Quarter was then an open air slaughter house, with the blood carried down Briggate (‘road to the bridge’) and into the river. Also on Briggate was the Moot Hall which was used as the city’s courthouse, but the swift rise in population meant that this became inadequate. A tender was launched to design a new municipal ‘palace’ which would give the Victorian
working classes something to aspire to and show Leeds as the successful city it had fast become. The contract was won by little known architect, Cuthbert Brodrick, who later designed other buildings such as the Corn Exchange, Mechanics Institute and the Turkish Baths which sat on Cookridge Road, before he became obscure. Interestingly, the clock tower was not part of Brodrick’s original design and was added after civic leaders requested a grander architectural building. Leeds Town Hall was then used as a model for many buildings across the British Empire.
An estimated 20,000 people lined the streets to see Queen Victoria open the town hall in 1858. Her statue remains in the vestibule to this day and the grand central hall was spontaneously named Victoria Hall in her honour during the opening ceremony. In May
“An estimated 20,000 people lined the streets to see Queen Victoria open the town hall in 1858”
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1942, 25,000 people turned up to hear Winston Churchill give a speech on the steps of Leeds town hall and, nowadays, the building plays host to wedding ceremonies, conferences and council departments, including PEPU (Peace Emergency
Planning Unit). The opulent Victoria Hall remains a venue for many performances and its concert organ is the largest three manual example in Europe. It contains 6600 pipes and is one of the few organs capable of playing a lower A note and lunchtime
recitals are largely given by Dr Simon Lindley who has been Leeds Civic Organist for almost 30 years. Tours are now available and as well as visiting the grand Victoria Hall include the courtroom, which was functioning up until 1991 and has featured in TV programmes such as Emmerdale and The New Statesman. From here you can visit the original prison cells in which 81 unfortunate Victorians were held before being transported to Armley Jail to be hung. Somewhat worryingly, when exhuming the bodies at the jail, an extra corpse was discovered and remains unidentified. Next it’s up the 203 spiral steps to the clock tower which, at 225 feet, was the tallest building in Leeds until 1966 and still houses the original William Potts of Pudsey timepiece, as well as offering some of the most magnificent views across the city.
26 Blast from the Past
What Price Valour? What price valour? This 1914 (Mons) Star group of three medals was awarded posthumously in respect of 7629 Sergeant James Arthur Battle of School Lane, Chapel Allerton. Serving with The Yorkshire Regiment, Sgt Bartle was killed in action in Belgium on 22 October 1914. The medals, plaque, frame and four related regimental photographs sold for £450 at Hartleys Auctioneers (Ilkley) in October.
Chapel Allerton paid a price during WWI. Recent issues of Covered have included details of the two Maxwell brothers of Stainbeck Road, killed within months of each other shortly after the outbreak. More recently, the October medals section of Hartleys Auctioneers in Ilkley included the WWI medals and death plaque awarded posthumously in respect of Sergeant James Bartle of School Lane, Chapel Allerton. Sergeant Bartle was killed in action in October 1914 during the First Battle of Ypres (there were four). His body was never identified and his name is among others from The Yorkshire Regiment inscribed on Ypres’ Menin Gate. But what price valour? The three standard WWI medals and death plaque issued in the name of Sergeant Bartle are pictured. The 1914 Star (named on the reverse) was awarded to the earliest arrivals (a 1914-15 version was awarded to those arriving later). The silver British War Medal and golden Allied Victory
Medal (both named on the rim) were also issued to most servicemen, with minor variations. All casualties, whether military or civilian, prompted the award of a bronze Death Plaque (name showing). There are several factors that made Sergeant Bartle’s medals worth more than most – apart from the fact that he was KIA in Ypres. First, as an early arrival, his 1914 Star is worth significantly more than the 1914-15. The very earliest arrivals were also awarded a small clasp to display on the ribbon, making them rarer still – though Sergeant Bartle’s is missing now. Secondly, only one James Arthur Bartle served in WWI. So there is no room for ambiguity or mistaken identity. Thirdly, he was a senior NCO. The higher the rank, the rarer the medals. And, finally, he was serving in a front line regiment - rather than in a support unit many miles away. These medals (albeit without the clasp), Death Plaque,
some paperwork, four related regimental photographs and an ornamental memorial bought by the family to display the plaque sold for £450 (including premium). Quite a high price, in comparison with others similar. The only other groups of standard medals generally selling for more are those awarded to non-English units (Wales, Scotland, Ireland and white Commonwealth) and casualties on the first days of infamous engagements such as The First Battle of The Somme or Gallipoli. If awarded to a “Pals” battalion, then the vendor can all but name their own price. Royal Flying Corps/RAF also sell very strongly, though not Royal Navy. It’s just the way things are. The fact that all that remains of Sergeant James Arthur Bartle, 1 Bn Yorkshire Regiment, sold for but £450 on 1 October is not a reflection of the low value placed on his sacrifice during The Great War. It is because he is one among a million others.
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Cookridge Autumn Flower Show Cookridge Gardening Club’s autumn show on 13 September represented a triumph of endeavour over weather. This year’s unseasonal extremes gave a series of challenges to gardeners without heated greenhouses, making many class winners doubly triumphant. Anyone wanting details of the club, their shows or their monthly meetings and lectures should contact show secretary Martin Tyas on 07832 1692 283 or Kathryn Hill 0113 2671858.
Greg Mulholland was there to hand out the prizes – several of them to Geoff Hargrave.
There must be something about carrots – they are often winners in the mis-shaped vegetables class at flower shows. Perhaps the fluctuations in weather actually helped Erin Corcoran grow this one.
Various handicrafts were also contested – here some of the winners.
Visitors were well catered for, with some of the cakes more than worthy as entries in the cookery competition.
Susan Scholefield’s remarkable class winner.
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GET INVOLVED: ST GEMMA’S SANTA DASH “Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? On Lands Lane, snow is glistening, a beautiful sight, to see peoples delight, dashing in a winter wonderland”. Are you looking forward to Santa shimmying down your chimney this year? Then get in the festive spirit by taking part in the Leeds Santa Dash in Leeds City Centre. Hundreds of Santas take part every year, raising vital funds for St Gemma’s Hospice. It’s time to dust off your running shoes, gather the elves, and sign up for this amazingly festive event on 14 December 2014! Depending on your ability you can dash through the city, taking in the Christmas sights, for either one or two miles. The dash is suitable
St Gemma’s November Vintage Fair Following the huge success of September’s Fair, it seems that all things vintage are still very popular with the people of Leeds. Floods of people packed the St Gemma’s Hospice events centre in Moortown to grab a vintage bargain, a piece of jewellery or item for their home. With people saving their pennies now rather than splurging on new items, vintage is the way to go. You can get your hands on quality pieces of home ware and clothing for a fraction of the cost of a new item – plus you have the added bonus of owning a distinct, or unique piece. St Gemma’s Hospice are now looking ahead to the next Vintage Fair on Sat 15th & Sun 16th November from 10.00am until 2.00pm on both days. The Vintage Tea Rooms will serve a selection of
for Santas or Elves of all ages and abilities (wheel chair/pram friendly route). There’ll be lots of seasonal cheer from the crowds to get you on your way. A warm up to loosen those limbs will take place at the start, led by a live brass band and there’s a choir singing carols at the end to get you in the seasonal spirit. Plus there are hundreds of other Santas to pound the pavements with. Don’t forget to get your cheeks all rosy with hot drinks and free food at
Little Tokyo after the dash! Be part of this fun and festive Christmas event, embracing the spirit of giving………then Santa will know just how good you have been! It’s £8 to register and you get your Santa Suit provided, children u12 are free and are encouraged to wear festive fancy dress (prizes for best dressed). Visit: www.st-gemma.co.uk, call: 0113 218 5505 or email: beckyh@st-gemma.co.uk to sign up now!
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38 News from the Suburbs
NEWS FROM LPS The Leeds Photographic Society's winter season is now well under way. The first in house competition of the season was tightly fought with Ted Cements taking first place the Monochrome section which was themed 'Transport' and Tony Biscombe winning the colour 'open' section. Another recent attraction was a visit by London based street photographer Dave Mason, who enthralled the audience with his very interesting and amusing talk entitled 'I Shoot People'.
Winner in the LPS in-house competition (Monochrome Section): Off to work – Assam style by Ted Clements
Events for November include the Society's annual dinner, which will also feature the judging of the Robinson and Awmack Trophy competitions, as well as a talk by the society's own Vice President Ian Wray, who will be describing his photographic project to re-trace his
great great uncle's journey through are always welcome. the WW1 battlefields of France. Please note, there will be no The society meets most Tuesdays meeting on 11th November as this at 7.30 pm. in St Edmund's Church is the date of the annual dinner. Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JN and new members Further information can be of all levels of photographic ability found at www.lps1852.co.uk
CANDIDATE CALLS FOR FARES FREEZE With many local commuters angry at government plans to hike fares at stations across our area, including Horsforth, Guiseley and New Pudsey, local resident and Labour's parliamentary candidate Jamie Hanley has launched a campaign calling on the government to reconsider its position and ease the burden on those who use public transport and are struggling to make ends meet. Speaking out about the issue, Jamie said “these increases will come at the worst possible time for many local people; another unwelcome expense for hardworking families already hit
Jamie Hanley campaigning for a freeze on rail fares.
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COUNCILLORS COMMENTS: HORSFORTH TOWN COUNCIL One of the roles that the Chairman of Horsforth Town Council (HTC) carries out is to attend events to represent the Council. Just recently there have been several of these. On Friday 26th September I attended the Macmillan coffee and cakes event at Broadgate Primary School in Horsforth. This event was run by year 6 students, who arranged the event, produced the posters, and cooked, or persuaded others to cook, an array of mouthwatering cakes and biscuits. The efforts of year six and their teacher Alison Roclowski were reflected in the raising of over £400 for the excellent support given by Macmillan nursing to terminal cancer suffers. It was a great event, and I was very pleased to be asked to attend and support it, representing HTC. HTC had its own Youth and Community Organisation Event on Sunday 5th October. The purpose of this is to offer local groups the opportunity to find out about some of the work of the Town Council, about sponsorship and grants from the council, and primarily
Martin Hughes at Broadgate Primary School’s recent Macmillan Coffee & Cakes event.
and Greg Mulholland MP. The service, which was held in the Pool Methodist Chapel, was packed full. We took time to reflect on the community work of those elected, volunteers and local community groups. A rather nice touch was the reading out by members of the Pool Parish Council of a statement confirming their commitment to the community. I was proud to On Sunday 6th October I represent Horsforth at the event. represented HTC at Pool-inWharfedale’s Civic Service, Martin Hughes hosted by their Parish Council Mechanics Institute, LS18 5BL chair, Cllr. Hazel Lee. Dignitaries TEL: 0113 258 0988 included chairs of other local Email: martinhughes@ parish councils, city councillors, horsforthtowncouncil.gov.uk to network and meet other groups serving the community in Horsforth. Saturday is a difficult day for some to attend, as the weekend is so precious to us all. Thank you to those organisations who attended. We enjoyed Fairtrade refreshments, fulfilling the Council’s support of Fairtrade produce.
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Kirkstall Brewery: A Pint of History There exists a rich history behind the building which currently homes hundreds of Leeds Metropolitan University students: Kirkstall Brewery, once a booming hub of the beer business in Yorkshire. It operated as a brewery between 1834 and 1983 - 150 years of active and widespread trade not only within Britain, but also across the globe. Kirkstall's brewing history dates even further back than the 19th century, however. In the 12th century, an abbey on the River Aire's banks in Kirkstall was built by Cistercian monks, which included a forge and a brewery. It holds a reputation for being the most well-preserved monastery in the country and is a picturesque landmark; its ruins attracted Romantic painters during the 18th century. Opposite the River Aire stands the stone built, original Kirkstall Brewery, which during the late 19th century gained its momentum. It was operated by Thomas Walker from before 1834, but was acquired by Benjamin Dawson around 1845. It was later registered in 1871 as The Kirkstall Brewery Co Ltd. The brewery increased its output from 26,000 to 72,000 barrels of beer per year between 1871 and 1898, and its produce rapidly became highly regarded throughout Yorkshire and North East England. It was not just the Brits who relished the beer, though; Kirkstall Brewery's product was exported to Australia
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and New Zealand. With offices in London and with the use of the canal system, Kirkstall Brewery was able to transport barrels to the coast, which was then loaded onto ships and sent overseas. After a series of new owners and a century and a half of successful business - sales reaching as high as a quarter of a million barrels per year - the brewery was closed in 1983. But less than a decade later, the barren brewery was given a new use: accommodation for over 1,000 Leeds' students, where its legacy no doubt lives on through its new occupants today. This wasn't the end for the brewery business in Kirkstall, however. On the banks of the Leeds Liverpool canal and a stone's throw away from the original brewery stands the new Kirkstall Brewery which
In June 2011, the New Kirkstall Brewery was opened by Steve Holt, who has over a decade of experience in the beer industry and established his own company in 2003: Vertical Drinks, which handles importation (Sierra Nevada beers from California), distribution, marketing, and sales for a number of premium beers throughout the UK, including Kirkstall Brewery's own brands. Kirkstall Brewery provides a vast selection of delectable beers, all of which are brimming with personality and flavour - if you have a particular taste, there's no doubt that they produce an ale which satisfies your thirst! For more information about Kirkstall's brewing history and excellent ales, head on over to their website at www.kirkstallbrewerycompany. com or follow them on twitter @ kirkstallbrew.
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What, another referendum?
The Plan, as amended by the consultation, will be subject to a Referendum and like recent events in Scotland a 50% plus majority will be required for the Plan to be accepted.
The purpose of the Adel Neighbourhood Forum, which is a recognised body of local volunteers, is to give a renewed sense of ownership to the Adel Community on land development and the Once accepted it will give The Forum statutory powers to be formally consulted on development issues arising. issues. These are important times and we welcome We are in the process of finalising a draft of The any feedback from residents and those with an Neighbourhood Plan for Adel which has been interest in Adel. informed by our "Open Days", Surveys, Focus Groups, events and publicity. We are grateful for For further information contact; the financial support from "Locality", Leeds City Ian Bond Joint Chairman, Adel Neighbourhood Council and local residents and businesses. Forum by e-mail bondster@btopenworld.com The Plan will cover not only the design, layout, character and mix of proposed housing but also Nick Brown, Joint Chairman, Adel Neighbourhood Forum critical issues arising from such developments such by e-mail nick.brown@nickbrownarchitects.com as education provision, traffic, heritage and green issues, community facilities and business support. Visit our website www.adelneighbourhoodforum.co.uk This Plan will be circulated "on line" and in printed Follow us on Twitter @AdelForum
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A choir formed just over a year has recently sung with a BRIT Award winning group that has sold Helen Garnett A.F.O. master said the choir was over two million albums. chosen after BLAKE saw footage on YouTube. “It is The Leeds branch of All for One choir who rehearse at a fantastic achievment bearing in mind we have been Leeds Trinity University in Horsforth every Monday going for such a short while and when no auditions evening performed with the harmony group BLAKE are required for members to join,” said Helen. at Scarborough at the beginning of the month. The next event will take place at the Leeds Trinity The choir were honoured to be included in BLAKE’s Centre on Saturday 25th October between noon and tour. Their ethos and aim as an organisation is to make 2pm when a combination of all AFO choirs will come singing accessible to all, regardless of experience or together to sing for the shopping public. Marie Mullin, ability to read music and leave choir members feeling the brilliant choir leader for Leeds and Bradford will uplifted and inspired week on week at their weekly be leading the assembly and all proceeds will go to workshops. They sing an eclectic range of music the Marie Curie charity.
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46 News from the Suburbs
Book review: The New World by Andrew Motion Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson, is a children’s classic. Former Poet Laureate, Andrew Motion, has loved it since childhood. It has, he says, “excitement, mystery, intrigue, suspense, pathos and human sympathy”. Stevenson left his tale just asking for a sequel and, in 2012, Andrew Motion wrote it. In Silver, Natty, daughter of Long John Silver and Jim, son of Jim Hawkins, return to finish what their fathers left undone. That story too ended in a cliff-hanger – or rather the opposite, since Natty and Jim were blown off course and shipwrecked at the bottom of a cliff on the Texas coast. The New World picks up there. On the way back, they
landscapes both savage and serene. It is a gripping road trip without roads, written in limpid prose; a book for readers young and old, utterly uncondescending to the former. A feature of the writing is the light touch with which Andrew Motion makes us aware of the immense loss of indigenous culture, destroyed by Westerners who thought they knew better. The New World also leaves the story open – no cliffs this time, just the marshy coast of southern England. We shall have to wait for the conclusion.
steal something they should have left alone and begin a race across America to escape the clutches of its evil owner. They encounter native American tribes, a wandering group of European circus artists, uprooted warriors, pioneering eccentrics and
Covered has a dedicated copy of The New World for a lucky reader. If you’d like to be put in the draw to win then send your name and contact details to: New World, Covered, Butonia House, Clayton Wood Close LS16 6QE or email: liz@covered-magazine.net We will pick one name at random. The final date for entries is 11/11/14.
LET THEM EAT CAKE… FOR JUST ONE DAY Contrary to the advice often metered out by dentists, the team at Horsforth’s Ivory Dental were actually encouraging patients and passers-by to embrace their sweet-tooth and eat some sugary cakes. All in a good cause though as this was part of the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The national annual event sees many workplaces jump on board to raise funds with last year’s event raising over £20m. Receptionist Linda (pictured) and the rest of the Ivory team bought in cakes and other sweet goodies to sell and raised £162.56 on the day from their cake sales and donations. The advice to all was to give their teeth a good brush after chomping down to ensure that they’re able to take part in this event year after year. Well done to all involved! To find out more about next year’s coffee morning visit: coffee.macmillan.org.uk and to find out more
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Stocking Up The RSPB is often asked for help in identifying an “unusual” bird – people will mention a stripy head, blue wings, black moustache or white rump. This mysterious creature usually turns out to be a jay. Normally shy birds that keep to the tree canopy, in autumn jays become more visible as they hunt out acorns around our streets and gardens. As a bird, the jay has everything – it is beautiful, intelligent, resourceful and full of character. Their activity at this time of year has an important purpose, as most of the acorns they collect are buried to provide a “larder” in times of food scarcity. Each individual can collect and store around 5,000 acorns, and, amazingly, they can remember up to 75% of these hiding places when they need to retrieve the food. Jays go to some considerable trouble to avoid being seen when they are hiding food, and even dig it up and re-bury it if they think they have been watched.
wood pile which will attract beetles and other insects, and provide a safe place for larger creatures such as hedgehogs? Check out the RSPB website for more ideas at http://www.rspb.org. uk/makeahomeforwildlife/advice/ gardening/
Any questions, ideas, suggestions or observations about local birds and wildlife, garden or otherwise are welcome and will be included in future articles. Please email: info@ covered-magazine.net or write to Covered at the usual address. Other birds can also be seen “caching”, as it’s called – coal tits dash back and forth from feeders, and nuthatches wedge seeds under tree bark. As the days get shorter, the struggle for survival becomes more intense for all our wildlife, so anything you can do to make a home for nature will be even more important. Why not make a dead
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Time to collect leaves for composting
peat or newspapers, and keep them dark and cool until the spring. Similarly, chrysanthemums can be cut down, with the roots brought inside and planted up in boxes for next year – allowing them light and water to keep them healthy. This is the month of cutting and cleaning, collecting sacks of fallen leaves for composting, and enjoying the beautiful colours of autumn. Cut back large rose bushes by half, to eliminate wind rock – then pick up all the old fallen leaves, and remove any leaves on the plant with black spot or rust and remove them completely from the garden. Buddleia and Lavatera may be cut back hard, to enable the plants to produce new flowering shoots in the spring. Blackberry bushes should have all the old flowering canes cut out at ground level, which will allow you to tie in the new canes as near horizontal as possible.
If your strawberry plants have been in for more than four years, make a new bed with this years runners to reinvigorate them. If you have any spare garlic cloves, plant them now. If not for eating, then for making your own garlic wash. Sweet peas and early varieties of broad beans may be sown under cover, then picked out and grown on in a cold frame. Tulips and hyacinths may be planted now, consider planting two or three layers of bulbs in deep pots for a spectacular display. Do not forget to bring your tender plants inside this month, alternatively, give them a deep mulch to protect them over winter.
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Pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory physiotherapy has emerged as a standard of care for patients with chronic lung disease, based on a growing body of scientific evidence. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has produced various documents supporting the use of pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with chronic lung conditions.
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LEEDS FENCING CLUB
Kirkstall Leisure Centre, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS5 3BE. Monday Evenings. Beginners-6.30-8pm (suitable for all ages 12+) Intermediates/Advanced-8 -10pm. Wheelchair fencing available. Leeds Fencing Club website: http://www.leedsfencing.co.uk/ email: info@leedsfencing.co.uk or contact club secretary Karen Garvie 0113 2742262 or Kirkstall Leisure Centre 0113 3782086, email: lsp.kirkstall.sport@leeds.gov.uk
Sports, Health & Wellbeing ADEL BADMINTON CLUB
Adel War Memorial Hall, Church Lane, LS16 8DE. Monday evenings 8pm. We are looking for new members to join, the club currently has a mixed team and a men's team in Leeds & District Badminton League. If you are interested in playing and have previous experience we would love to see you, Enquiries: Chris 0113 2259426
BADMINTON ANYONE?
Leeds Trinity University Friday 7.30-9.30pm. Friendly badminton club, established 32 years are looking for experienced and competitive players. Changing facilities available. Enquiries: Sylvia 0113 2590113 or Graham 0113 2584532
DIABETES U.K. SUPPORT GROUP
West Yorkshire Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LS2 7UP 1st Monday of the month 7pm – 9pm (Except Bank Holidays when it’s the 2nd Monday). All welcome to hear a variety of speakers on diabetes related health matters. Enquiries: 07840 686618
DROP-IN MEDITATION EVENING CLASSES At Leeds Trinity University College, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth, LS18 5HD Thursday evenings, 7.30 - 9.30pm. Suitable for beginners and those who have meditated previously. Taught from a Buddhist perspective. For more info: www.meditationinleeds.org or call 0113 265 2118
LEEDS COELIAC GROUP
We offer support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 or sandra.mclean@btinternet.com. enquiries@leedscoeliacgroup.org.uk
OTLEY & WHARFEDALE MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT FUNDRAISING GROUP
Call for venue. 1st Thursday of each month, 2pm. Meet to plan events, new members welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2613758
PANPALS YORKS PANCREATIC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
For all those people who currently have a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer or who are caring for such a person, we now have a support group in this area. We meet about every three months, currently in Headingley in Leeds, and offer a self-help supportive and informative group of people who are having to cope with this devastating illness. As well as friendship, we offer expert speakers and signposting to other agencies who offer help. Enquiries to panpalsyorks@yahoo.co.uk
YARNBURY RUFC seeking new U15 players
Yarnbury (Horsforth) are looking for new players for their U15 (school year 10) squad. Friendly local club, all welcome. Contact Richard Lister (coach) 07843 615357 or Ann Foster 07749 343077 Or turn up at training Tuesdays 6-7 Yarnbury RUFC, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth (opposite Trinity and All Saints).
ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT ADULT SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES
GET FIT STAY FIT
Bramhope Methodist Church, Eastgate, LS16 9AA. Over 60s gentle exercise class. Wednesday 2pm-3pm. £5 per session. Enquiries: 0113 2738640
(First class free) Adel Methodist Church, Gainsborough Avenue (behind the Lawnswood Arms). Monday: 1-45pm to 3-45pm & Tuesday: 7-45pm to 9-45pm. All welcome. Enquiries: Irene 0113 2631310 or e-mail: glyn.cup@virginmedia.com
IBS LEEDS
AMICI SINGERS
Friendly, informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Monthly meetings now being held at the HEART Centre in Headingley. Please email me at matt@letscureibs.com or visit www.letscureibs.com for details
Adel Methodist Church (behind Lawnswood Arms). Mixed voice friendly choir Thursdays 7pm. at Adel Methodist Church. There are no auditions and new members whether experienced singers or beginners are all welcome.Further details from Elizabeth King tel. 0113 2285932
CHIPPENDALE SINGERS
Methodist Church, Boroughgate, Otley. Wednesday evenings 7.45pm – 9.30pm. Mixed choir voice, folk songs, spiritual and songs from shows. Looking for Male Singers & Alto's (music readers essential). Enquiries: Chris Denton 0113 2843744 md@chippendalesingers.co.uk or to book choir Jan Wilkinson 01943 461318
CRAFT AFTERNOONS
Rawdon Library, Micklefield Park, LS19 6DF 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, 2:00pm – 4:00pm. All welcome Enquiries: 0113 3910440
GUISELEY ART CLUB
Meet every Monday from 1.30 - 3.30 at Guiseley Methodist Church hall, Oxford Rd Guiseley. LS20 9EP. No annual fee, free try out for your first visit then only £2.50 each time you attend including refreshments. Demonstrations, workshops and the opportunity to practice your art at every meeting in a light and spacious room. Do your own thing or join in with a group theme. Friendly relaxed atmosphere, free parking and level ground floor access. Chris 01943 873732, Carol 0113 2503023 artguiseley@hotmail.co.uk
HORSFORTH ARTS SOCIETY
Monday - 10-12 am, Tuesday and Thursday 1.30-3.30 pm. Wednesday evening 7.30 – 9.30.pm. New members always welcome. Contact:0113 2588496 - 15 Back Lane, Horsforth, LS18 4RF www.horsforthartsociety.worldpress.com
LAWNSWOOD SINGERS FEMALE CHOIR
Holy Trinity Church, Green Lane, Cookridge. Wednesday 7.30pm. Good female singers welcome. Wide repertoire, friendly people. Concerts given in aid of Church and Charity funding. Enquiries: Brenda Hawer 0113 2671292
LEEDS FOLK FIDDLE GROUP
We are looking for new members in Leeds Folk Fiddle Group, violinists of all ages and abilities, varied repertoire, folk music of all kinds, new members welcome, rehearsals Thursday 7pm at LS2, Newly established Yorkshire Chamber Orchestra, new members welcome, rehearsals Tuesdays 7.45. Junior Violin Group, suitable for children of all ages, meet every Thurs at 5pm, contact 07546 459 409, email leeds.violin@gmail.com
LIFE DRAWING ART GROUP
Old Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel Tuesdays 10.30am – noon. New members and all abilities are welcome to come and draw a variety of life models. Enquiries: Laurence 07856 735179
RAWDON AMNESTY CONCERT SERIES
All events take place in Rawdon’s historic 17th-century Quaker meeting house. Admission is FREE, and there is a basket for voluntary donations to support Amnesty International in its work for human rights around the world. All donations are passed on to Amnesty. Information and copies of
The Really Useful Guide 57 the series programme are available from Barbara Parry: 0113 2503867 barbaraparry@waitrose.com or Diane Exley: 0113 2502051 edianex@btinternet.com.
PHOENIX FOLK DANCERS
Adel Methodist Church Hall (behind the Lawnswood Arms). Every Wednesday, 8pm to 10pm. If you have enjoyed a Ceilidh or a Barn Dance why not try English Country Dancing. Beginners welcome and you don't need a partner. Enquiries 01943 467851 or 0113 2611902
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GUISELEY ART CLUB AUTUMN PAINTING & CRAFTS EXHIBITION/SALE
Sat 1st Nov 10.30 – 4.30 and Sun 2nd Nov. 12.00 - 4.00 At Guiseley Methodist Church, Oxford Rd, Guiseley, LS20 9EP To be opened by Greg Mulholland,( Leeds North West MP), on the Saturday at 2.00pm. Some of the proceeds to be donated to Royal British Legion, Battle Back Centre. Local primary school St Oswalds will also be exhibiting with us. Refreshments, free entry, some parking available. Call Carol 0113 2503023
LEEDS FELINE FRIENDS - CHISTMAS FAIR
St Margaret's Church Hall, Horsforth LS18 5LQ Saturday 22nd November 10am. Something for everyone, lots of stalls and delicious refreshments.
SINFONIA OF LEEDS
Saturday, 8 November, 2014 at 7.30 at The Great Hall, Leeds University. Shostakovich: Violin Concerto, Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade. Soloist: David Greed (violin), Conductor: Anthony Kraus. Tickets: Box Office, The Carriageworks, Leeds - 0113 2243801, Leeds Visitor Centre at Leeds City Station, sinfoniaofleeds.eventbrite.com or on the door
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Annual Open Evening this year is being held at Gateways School, at Harewood, at 7.15 pm on 12th November. “Celebrate in Style” is being presented by Sandy Bailey, a National Demonstrator, and tickets can be obtained from Gerry Sayer (01943 464068).
WWI HERITAGE LOTTERY PROJECT EVENTS
Monday 1st November - Weds 12th November a self-guided walk from the Old Ball roundabout to Horsforth Cemetery on Calverley Lane, going past 20 information boards that link WWI people and events to buildings. 8th and 9th November: Exhibition at St Margaret’s Hall: Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm / Sunday 11:00am-4:00pm. The Sunday coincides with Remembrance Sunday. The Parade that day starts at 10:15am at the Broadgate end of Stanhope Drive and will stop at the boulder stone for a re-dedication of the 201 memorial trees and the unveiling of two lecterns. The Cenotaph service to take place at 11:00am. Tuesday 11th November - Armistice Day. A very short service at 11:00am followed by the placing of poppies on the WWI and WWII memorials by pupils of local school. All info is on web site: www. horsforthwar.com
looking ahead THE YORKSHIRE FLOWER CLUB
Christmas demonstration by National Demonstrator – Nigel Whyles – who will “Deck the Halls” - Almscliffe Hall, Huby, on Wednesday, 10th December, at 2 pm. Visitors £5 – for more information about the Club, please contact 01423 770304.
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GRASSINGTON FARMERS MARKET
Grassington Village Centre, North Yorkshire, BD23 5LB 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
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GUISELEY FARMERS MARKET
GROVE METHODIST CHURCH HORSFORTH CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
HEADINGLEY FARMERS MARKET
Crafts and Tombolas,Pickles and Home Baking,Toys,Books and Fashion accessories, face painting, Santa in his Grotto. Entertaintment by D’Ukes on his Ukulele or Nev on the piano. Refreshments. Community Centre on New Street on Saturday 15th November 10am to 1pm. The Christmas Toy and Family Parade service is to be held at the Grove Methodist Church on Sunday 7th December at 10.30 am. All toys will be distributed to needy families by charities. Please feel welcome to come along.
ST PAUL’S CHURCH, RAYNEL DRIVE, IRELAND WOOD, LEEDS 16
On Sunday 26th October there will be a meditative service of Taizé music and readings at 6.30 pm. All are welcome to come and join us. Church fair on Saturday 29th November between 10.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. Father Christmas will be attending plus usual stalls and café. All welcome; admission 50p. On Sundays, services with Holy Communion, are at 8.00 am and 10.00 am. There is a Kid’s Club during the service on the 3rd Sunday of every month.
Food, Drink & Farmers Markets
The Station Pub, 70 Otley Road, Guiseley, LS20 8BH 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-1.30pm Rose Garden, North Lane, LS6 3JJ 2nd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm
HORSFORTH FARMERS MARKET
St Margarets Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk
KIRKSTALL DELI MARKET
Kirkstall Abbey, LS5 3EH Last Saturday of every month, 12-3pm
OAKWOOD FARMERS MARKET
Around the Oakwood Clock (junction of Oakwood Lane, Roundhay Road, Princes Avenue,Wetherby Road) 3rd Saturday of every month 9 - 12.30 www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com
OTLEY FARMERS MARKET
Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
OTLEY COUNTRY MARKET
St John Ambulance Hall, Gay Lane, Otley. 9.30-11.15 am 1st & 3rd Friday of the month. Homemade cakes, bakes, bread and savouries. Homemade preserves and chutney, local honey and a range of handmade crafts. Tea, coffee and homemade biscuits.
SKIPTON FARMERS MARKET
Skipton Canal Basin, BD23 1st Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
BRIGGATE FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET
Briggate, Leeds City Centre 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month 10am-4pm
CHAPEL ALLERTON FARMERS MARKET Three Hulats Pub, 13 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3NB Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
CHIPPENDALES INDOOR MARKET
The Old Grammar School, Manor Square, Otley, LS21 3AY Last Sunday of the month, 9am-3pm Chippendale's Indoor market is a market run insidethe gallery. With over 15 traders selling anything from jams, pickles, chilled meats and crafts its well worth visiting.
DESIGNER CRAFT FAIR
Otley Courthouse, LS21 3AN Last Sunday of the month 9.30am-1pm. Lovely handmade crafts, fairtrade tea & coffee & yummy snacks www.otleycourthouse.org.uk
ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES ADEL BRIDGE CLUB
Adel Memorial Hall, Church Lane, LS16 Friday evenings 7.15pm. Relaxed Chicago Bridge Club. New members of all abilities are welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2306387 or 07713 402405
AIREBOROUGH CAMERA CLUB
Guiseley Theatre, The Green, Guiseley Wednesdays 7:45pm from September to May. A small friendly camera club with a varied programme of talks and competitions-new members are always welcome. For further information please visit: www.aireboroughcameraclub.co.uk
BRAMHOPE METHODIST CHURCH COFFEE SHOP
Eastgate, LS16 9AA. Tuesdays 10am – noon. Delicious homemade scones and friendly fellowship. All welcome.
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR GERMAN SHEPHERD DOGS (BAGSD)
Carr Road, Calverley LS28 5NE Sundays: 10am-10.45am (advanced handlers and dogs) 11am-11.45am (puppies, beginners and intermediate handlers and dogs). Enquiries: Branch Secretary & Instructor John Hepworth – 07974 654402
COOKRIDGE CAMERA CLUB
Cookridge Village Hall, Moseley Wood Lane LS16 7ER. Wednesday evenings 7:30pm. Enquiries: Richard 0113 2301853
FORUM 2000
The Grove Centre, New Street, Horsforth, LS18 4BH Wednesdays 10am-noon. For further information ring Hilary Taylor 2583521 or email hm.taylor1@ntlworld.com
FREEMASONS OF WHARFEDALE
The Masonic Year starts in September. Freemasons support local charities from local and national funds. We welcome enquiries for membership from all men over 21 (Ladies have their own organisation). So if you would like to know more about helping others in need and perhaps wish to know more about a local lodge please e-mail beaudare@msn.com or visit www.wrprovince.net information. Meetings take place in many areas. There is one near you.
HOLT PARK LIBRARY WRITERS’ GROUP
Holt Park Library, Ralph Thoresby High School, Holtdale Approach LS16 7RX. 3rd Wednesday of every month from 2-3.30pm Enquiries: 0113 336 8188
HORSFORTH CEMETERY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS!
Meet- Inside the gates of Horsforth Park, Calverley Lane. 1st Saturday of the month. 10am – noon. Friendly group would love some new members to join. Enquiries: 07960 221417
HORSFORTH CHORAL SOCIETY
St Margaret’s Parish Centre, LS18 5LY. Contact: 07958 782348 or www.horsforthchoralsociety.co.uk
HORSFORTH CHURCHES TOGETHER
St Margaret’s Parish Centre, LS18 5LY Details: Hilary Taylor 0113 258 3521
HORSFORTH PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB
The Stable Block behind the Horsforth Museum. New members very welcome. Every Wednesday at 7pm Please ring 0113 2589149 for any further details or e-mail rjoyful@yahoo.com.
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HORSFORTH RETIRED PEOPLE'S CLUB
St Margarets Parish Centre. LS18 5LY 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. 9.30am -11am. Speakers on a wide variety of subjects. Time to socialise. Enquiries: Beryl Harland 0113 2586907
KNIT AND NATTER
Holt Park Library, Ralph Thoresby High School, Holtdale Approach LS16 7RX. Every Friday morning at 10am and Wednesday evenings at 6pm Enquiries: 0113 336 8188
LEEDS & BRADFORD FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Pudsey Civic Hall, LS28 5TA 1st Wednesday of the month. 1.30pm. Speaker or entertainment. Activities for people of retirement age. Days out/dining/ walks etc.. New members welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2585955 or 0113 2675657
LEEDS AND DISTRICT NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION
National Trust members and friends meet monthly at St. Chad's Parish Centre , Headingley. We have a range of events throughout the year. From October to March we have a speaker each month on a wide variety of topics. We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 10am starting with coffee/ tea and biscuits. Tuesday 11th November "Wentworth Castle Estate". Thursday 20th November - Christmas Fair. Only £8 per year to join and everyone is welcome. Enquiries:cmsherborne@ btopenworld.com
LEEDS RSPB GROUP
Do you like to watch the birds in your garden and want to know more? We are a friendly group open to anyone with an interest in nature. Monthly evening meetings from September to April with a wide range of illustrated talks. Popular monthly coach trips to nature reserves and other wildlife-rich places in the North of England, as well as local bird walks in spring. Our events are open to all. For more details check out our website at www.rspb.org.uk/groups/leeds or e-mail rspbleeds@googlemail.com.
LOCAL HISTORY GROUP
Rawdon Library, Micklefield Park, LS19 6DF Last Thursday of the month, 10:30am onwards. All welcome. Enquiries: 0113 3910440
LOWER WHARFEDALE RAMBLERS
Full details of times and dates on our website at www.lowerwharfedaleramblers.co.uk
NORTH LEEDS MODEL FLYING CLUB
Call for venue and times. New members welcome. Building or flying, plenty of friendly advice. Enquiries: 0113 2178348
OTLEY CAMERA CLUB
Club meetings are held on Thursday evenings at 7.15pm at Otley Town Partnership Rooms, Mercury Row, Otley.
Visitors are very welcome, regardless of experience. From September to May a series of competitions are interspersed with illustrated talks and training for photographic techniques. During the summer months there are outings to places of photographic interest. www.otleycameraclub.co.uk
ROTARACT
18 – 30’s Club, meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday 6.45 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, All welcome. Details: tony_cleminson@hotmail.com
ROTARY CLUB OF LEEDS
Every Friday lunchtime 12 for 12:30 till 2 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, all welcome, details: www.leeds.rotary1040.org
SIGN GYM SESSIONS FOR CONVERSATIONAL SIGN LANGUAGE
Leeds Society for Deaf & Blind People, Centenary House, North Street, Leeds,West Yorkshire LS2 8JS Tuesday evenings, all abilities welcome– learn a new skill. Relaxed atmosphere great fun. Enquiries: Ben Williams 0113 2438328
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. A new group welcomes any member or ex member and civilian ancillary who have served in the Far East at any time. Enquiries to Secretary Eddie Seville: 0113 2637583
VIP READERS GROUP
Horsforth Library, Town Street LS18 5BL 1st Friday of every month at 10am. For visually impaired readers. Enquiries: 0113 214 4801
WHITE ROSE LADIES SPEAKERS CLUB
Stable Block, Horsforth Museum. 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7.45 Visitors welcome. For further information phone Barbara on 0113 2564897 or Stephanie on 0113 2550824
GREEN FINGERS FRIENDS OF WIGTON MOOR WOODS
We are a friendly group of volunteers. We meet monthly at Wigton Moor UR church hall, High Ash Drive. We have a varied programme of activity days with litter picks, tree and bulb planting, nature quizzes and walks. New members always welcome. Contact us at: wigtonwoods17@gmail.com also Debs 07943277867, Anne 07530040349 or see us on Facebook.
HEADINGLEY FLOWER CLUB
1st Friday of month, 7.30pm at St Chad's Parish Centre.
HORSFORTH IN BLOOM
Horsforth Museum, The Green, LS18 5JB We are a friendly group and anyone interested in helping is welcome to come and join us. Enquiries: Hilary Taylor 0113 2583521
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
NATIONAL VEGETABLE SOCIETY Paxton Hall, 186 Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, Leeds LS5 2AB. Free entry, all welcome.
FAMILIES & CHILDREN LEEDS WEEKEND CARE ASSOCIATION
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
RAINBOWS / BROWNIES / GIRL GUIDES St Margarets Church, Church Lane, LS18 5LA Various Days/Times Mon – Thurs. Volunteers needed urgently, training course & support is given. Enquiries: Penny 0113 2390533
STORYTIME
Rawdon Library, Micklefield Park LS19 6DF. Thursday 10:30 – 11:00am. Children under 5 Welcome Enquiries: 0113 3910440
SINGING MUMS
St.Paul's Church, Ireland Wood Jubilee Room. Friendly singing group for Mums to enjoy with their babies. Tuesdays 10 - 11 a.m. £5 per session if booking the term, £6 drop in. To book a place or for more info email georgina.lashbrook@hotmail.com or visit the Facebook page and send a message Facebook.com/singingmums
TINY OUTDOOR EXPLORERS (age 2-5 year olds)
TCV Hollybush Wildlife Garden, Kirkstall, LS5 3BP Mondays & Fridays 10.30am-11.30am. Don the wellies and explore the natural world with hands on fun activities. Enquiries: Lisa 07887 813061 or info@tinyoutdoorexplorers.co.uk
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Arts & Entertainment
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Dale Communications Ltd TV AERIAL, SATELLITE & COMMUNICATION SPECIALISTS Installations
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CALL YOUR LOCAL ENGINEER ON 0800 633 5311 / 07711 796985 Local to you in LS16, LS18 & LS19 Website: www.dalecomm.co.uk Email: sales@dalecomm.co.uk
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Building & Joinery Services DPM
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Rob Atkinson
Property renovation and maintenance specialist
T/A AC Builders
6 Hawksworth Road Horsforth Leeds LS18 4JP 0113 2586201 / 07790115807 ac.builders@yahoo.co.uk
Emsley Builders Locally Based Company
All Aspects of Building Work Undertaken Extensions | Alterations | Refurbishment Loft/Basement Conversions Garage/Windows/Doors Kitchens/Bathrooms (Supply & Fit)
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Dolphins Day Nursery
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Covered Classifieds Cleaning Services
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Dry Cleaning
HOMEMAIDS
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Dry Cleaning
CLEANING SERVICES LTD Ete 1999
Locally Based Reliable, Trustworthy Staff References Available
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Excel Dry Cleaning
WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY, MONTHLY OR 1 OFF CLEANS VERY FLEXIBLE
A company small enough to care but large enough to cope Please call Helen on: 0113 2555307 or 07808 410294
Special Offers
Carpet Cleaning Service *Please Call For A Quote*
2 Suits for £15 2 Coats for £15 4 Trousers for £15 3 Jackets for £15
Carpet Cleaning Machine Hire 1/2 day £15 ■ Full day £20 Your Clothes Deserve Some TLC
TLC Ltd
Quality Dry Cleaning
Tinshill Lane Cleaning 397a Otley Old Road, Cookridge, Leeds LS16 7DF (Top of Tinshill Lane)
0113 261 3369 / 07882 525 977
We Have Relocated! Education
Unit 5, Springfield Mills, Farsley. LS28
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Leeds Trinity University
High Quality Domestic Services
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Electricians
Book a single clean at discounted rates. Ask us for a quote for regular work. Tel: 0113 281 8191 www.poppiesnwleeds.co.uk
Find us on Facebook & Twitter!
Emergency Call Out / Fault Finding Security Lighting and Smoke Alarms Wall Sockets and Cooker Connection New and Retro-fit LED Lighting Landlord Services and Certificates
info@poppiesnwleeds.co.uk
Business as usual DIY & Builders Merchants
Call Ian on Mob: 07711 685829 Tel: 0113 2619343
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Woodlands
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Domestic Appliance Repairs
Local Knowledge, Reliable Service, Competitive Quotes
RICHARD'S DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS Electric Ovens Cookers Washing Machines Dishwashers Fridge/Freezers, etc
NO Call Out Charge Locally
Telephone 0113 230 0510 or 07717 165900 Cookridge based
Established 1983
CHRIS VICKERS ELECTRICIANS & PLUMBERS
Domestic Commercial Industrial 24hr Call-Out No Job Too Small
TEL: 0113 258 3637 MOBILE: 07940 124511 Victoria Drive, Horsforth
Engravers Peter Russell Engravers
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Fashion, Hair & Beauty The Padd
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Bar 166
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Caring For Life
WRAP
Leeds Trinity Lounge
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Regent Fisheries
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Sukhothai
Health & Wellbeing
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Leeds Mercure Parkway
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Physiofit
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Slimming World
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Steven Rourke
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The Bridge Inn
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Wiltshire Farm Foods
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Synergy Counselling
Caring Chairs
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ELIZABETH RAPER MBACP (ACCRED.) www.synergycounsellingleeds.co.uk
Kettley’s Furniture
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Furniture
Garage Doors
GARAGE SAME
DOOR DAY
9 HUNSLET ROAD LEEDS LS10 1JQ
REPAIRS
mail@synergycounselling.co.uk 07970 695759
7 DAYS A WEEK 8AM - 8PM • • • •
Broken Cables & Spring Repairs Locks Replaced Remote Controls Fitted & Repaired New Doors Fitted
Heating & Plumbing Ignite Gas
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01132 820 410
ALL AREAS COVERED
CALL GARY MOBILE
NO CALL OUT CHARGE
07860 382 984
www.firstgaragedoors.com
Garage Services
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Town Garage
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Garden & Tree Services N.S.Whitaker
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Roxton Tree Services
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Gardens HAGA
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07754 523 528 0113 255 6764 FREE Estimate & Consultations • Domestic & Commercial • Garden Maintenance, Tidy Ups, Weeding • Hedges (any size) • Small Trees Trimmed/Removed
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Fencing, Decking, Pergolas Pressure Washing Removal of all Garden Waste No job too small
Spring Garden Tidy Ups
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Covered Classifieds Heating & Plumbing
Home Interiors
I.T. Support
HOW’S YOUR COMPUTER HEALTH? VIRUS TROUBLE, INTERNET WOE, RUNNING SLOW, PRINTER NO-GO? CALL ALL PC SERVICES: REPAIRS ADVICE & TRAINING FOR: HOME PC LAPTOP TABLET & COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS
Fast Budget Repairs
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Call APS Today
T: 0113 274 0810 | 01943 876 889 M: 0779 491 0779
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Queensbury Jewellers
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Jobs/Careers
Oven Cleaning
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Painting & Decorating
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SALES PERSON
by HOLMES & SONS
Covered magazine are looking for a bright, bubbly and enthusiastic person to join our successful sales team. You’ll already know how to communicate well with others but sales experience is not essential. FULL OR PART TIME HOURS AVAILABLE
EST 1928
To apply please email: chris@covered-magazine.net or call: 0113 274 5639
All types of decoration work Internal & external Large or small Insurance work welcome Special rates for Senior Citizens
Joinery Services
The Joiner & Handyman
Quality Workmanship by professionals Free Estimates Call us for an immediate response
All Aspects of Joinery & General Maintenance No Job Too Small General Building work Decking & Fencing UPVC facias & Soffits Guttering Repaired, Cleaned & Replaced Ridge Tiles Repoint Small Roof Repairs
TEL: 07802 464296 or: 07852 311683
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PAINTER & DECORATOR
Kitchens
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City & Guilds Trained 29 Years Experience Fully Insured Discount for Pensioners Complete Professional Service FOR ALL YOUR PAINTING & DECORATING NEEDS PLEASE CALL PHIL ON: TEL: 0113 2557 735 MOB: 07973 146 583
Full package or Kitchen Makeover Replacement Doors/Worktop Free Panning Service 35yrs experience fitting quality kitchens Locally based
NO JOB TOO SMALL Photographer Joanna Shelvin Photography
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Photographic Resources Leodis
For more information contact Peter on
Mob: 07437 180404 Tel: 0113 3459250
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Property Maintenance
Phil Swinney
Property Maintenance Plastering,Tiling Paving & Walling
Local Reliable Complete Building Solutions
Fully Insured
All aspects of Building work undertaken Domestic & Commercial
Tel:0113 2390168 Mob:07761 762644 Post Office
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Full Design & Build Service • New Build Properties • Extensions Renovations • DPC • Loft Conversions Interior/Exterior Alterations Basement Conversions FREE QUOTES
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FULLY INSURED • CRB CHECKED TRADING STANDARDS VETTED
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Roofing Services
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Roofing Services
GARAGE ROOF REPLACEMENT FROM £550.00
G.T. ROOFING
SLATING, TILING, FELTING UPVC FACIAS, SOFFITS & GUTTERS ALL ROOFING WORK UNDERTAKEN
DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
VELUX WINDOW SPECIALIST TEL: 0113 256 0677 MOB: 07734 526388
LOCAL RELIABLE ROOFING CONTRACTOR. ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING WORK UNDERTAKEN.
SLATES TILES LEAKS GUTTERS LEADWORK CHIMNEYS RIDGE POINTING SHEETING & CLADDING SOFFITS & FACIAS
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Skip Hire
PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL FOR A FREE SURVEY AND QUOTATION.
SKIP HIRE
Mini, Midi & Maxi Skips
All Possible Waste Recycled
TEL: 07834 117 287
Competitive Rates | 7 Days a Week
Email : kevinwrightroofing@gmail.com
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Volunteer Opportunities
VOLUNTEERING • Free advice & quotations • Quality approved contractors • Up to 25 year Guarantees
with the Connect Helpline
Are you good at listening to people who are distressed, lonely or in crisis? Could you offer a few hours a week in the evening? We offer intensive training, a supportive working environment, paid expenses and a reference after 6 months.
Contact Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service on 0113 2609328 or survivor.led@lslcs.org.uk for an information pack. Mob: 07947 272606
Tel: 0800 0375669
Flat roofing, slating & tiling, insurance works, pointing, roof repairs, guttering.
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Rainbow Windows
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Local Knowledge - Local Service - Local Values
T: 0113 391 0200
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