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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. Happy New Year to you all! As we say goodbye to 2014 and welcome in 2015 many of us will have made resolutions and by our next edition, many of those will have been broken! What seems achievable at the start of the year often is not by the time February comes around. My own resolution is to make a dedicated attempt to stop smoking. Not for the first time. Hopefully I’ll be able to report some success in the next edition. Good luck with any positive changes you’ve decided to make in your life. January is also celebration time at Covered as we put four candles on our cake. It seems far longer since we launched our first magazine with a distribution of just 10,000 copies in Horsforth. We’ve expanded considerably since then and now boast the city’s highest distribution. Of course, a massive effort has been put in by all behind the scenes but we wouldn’t be where we are today without the fantastic feedback from our readers and support from our advertisers. Thank you all. Looking to the next edition; the deadline for editorial submissions and listings in our Really Useful Guide is 13/01/15 and the advertising deadline is 16/01/15. Until next month,
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ANGELICA Angelica is, without a doubt, one of Leeds’ more elegant and classier venues. With an outdoor wraparound terrace and amazing rooftop views this penthouse restaurant and cocktail bar is located on the sixth floor, overlooking Trinity Leeds Shopping centre, and is accessed by a glass elevator situated on Boar Lane, beside Holy Trinity Church. By day, Angelica is a lively grand cafe and, by night, transforms into a popular destination for a leisurely cocktail. This contemporary oval shaped venue is bright and airy, thanks to the floor to ceiling windows and clever use of mirrors. The circular, pewter bar also adds to the vibrance of the place whilst creating an interesting focal point and is stocked with an incredible array of bottled spirits. Most of
as their first ventures outside of London. Head Chef, Lee Bennett, was appointed to lead the culinary team and was happy to return to his Yorkshire roots after working at luxury restaurants around the world. He brings a wealth of experience and is keen to offer international dishes alongside British classics, seeking Angelica, and its sister restaurant inspiration from the produce, which on the floor beneath, Crafthouse, is all locally sourced within a 60 were opened by D&D London mile radius. the tables enjoy a panoramic view of the city, with the glass rooftops of Trinity Leeds to one side and Holy Trinity church to the other, and the rooftop terrace is sure to be a popular place to watch the sun go down during the warmer summer months.
Angelica is open from 10am until 2am and starts the day with a range of breakfasts from English muffins, healthy fruit salads, pastries and, the full English. If you’re feeling a bit more indulgent, you can even enjoy a breakfast cocktail such as a Peach Bellini or English breakfast Martini. Lunchtime and into the evening see a wide range of bar food, salads and raw food as well as a selection of popular starters and main courses. If you’re wanting something a little special for a lunchtime treat the bar food includes mussels, warm pork Scotch egg or grilled Yorkshire
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cheese rarebit, or the salads, which include Swaledale blue, chicory, baby gem and pear as well as the classic Caesar salad. The raw bar has a good range of maki rolls and sashimi as well as offering Lindisfarne rock oysters. The local theme continues with the starters offering Bridlington Bay crab and a Yorkshire game pate, served with sour dough bread and a fig relish. The main courses are more substantial, yet beautifully presented. Choose from a selection including pumpkin ravioli with sage sauce, lamb chops on a polenta cake with wilted spinach and tomato and black olive jus or a pan fried sea bream, with cauliflower puree, seasonal greens and fish veloute. Or, if you fancy a touch of comfort food for your evening dish, there’s always the croque-monsieur.
There’s a list of dependable desserts to take your pick from too; seaside doughnuts, creme brûlée or the luxurious triple chocolate brownie with popcorn ice-cream and salted caramel sauce. Of course, if you have no room for dessert, there’s always an extensive range of wines, champagne and liqueur coffees, not to mention the cocktails. If the eclectic range of dishes on offer doesn’t tempt you, then the cocktails and drinks surely will. The mixologist team at Angelica are not only dressed to impress, they really know their stuff. The cocktail menu is also seasonal, offering a variety of infusions throughout the year and covers the classics, mocktails (alcohol free) and also cocktails created in-house by the Angelica team. Beyond the Sky is a signature drink with Disaronno,
Angelica, and its sister restaurant on the floor beneath, Crafthouse, were opened by D&D London as their first ventures outside of London.
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wonderland over the Christmas period. The bar team and chefs have created an array of themed cocktails and festive mouthwatering treats too. On New Year’s Eve the venue will offer a lively atmosphere with a line-up of DJs and some of the best views of the city’s firework displays from its If it’s fun and fizz that you’re rooftop location. Outdoor heaters looking for then Angelica will are provided for those wanting to be transformed into a festive brave the winter air and there’s even citrus, cranberry, vanilla and sweet basil. The Earl of Angelica has gin with peach liqueur, Lillet Blanc, citrus and Earl Grey infused syrup. Perfect for the cold, wintery nights though is the delicious Mulled Fine, a cognac blended with cinnamon and honey, Cointreau and red wine.
a glass of champagne at the stroke of midnight. Places are limited for this event but if it’s friendly service, good ambience and something a little special that you’re after, then Angelica is an ideal place to spend time with family or friends, whatever the time of day or occasion. See the following page for Angelica inspired cocktails. www.angelica-restaurant.com
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INDIAN PROMISE (Alcohol free)
MULLED FINE Ingredients: 35 ml Hennessy Fine Cognac 15 ml Cinnamon Syrup 10 ml Honey Syrup 25 ml Red Wine 15 ml Cointreau
Method: Shake together all of the ingredients with ice. Strain into a short glass with fresh cubed ice and garnish with cinnamon and sliced orange
Ingredients: 60 ml mango juice 15 ml coconut milk 50 ml cream 25 ml passionfruit syrup 1 fresh passionfruit
Method: Half the passionfruit and keep one half to the side. Scoop out the insides of the other half and add it to a shaker, along with the rest of the ingredients. Shake over ice and double strain into a highball glass containing cubed ice. Garnish with the second half of the passionfruit. For an alcoholic alternative, try replacing 30 ml of the mango juice with Koko Kanu.
TRUE FRENCH Ingredients: 10 ml almond syrup 10 ml Chambord 100 ml champagne
Method: Add the almond syrup to a martini glass, before layering the Chambord over the top by using the flat end of a spoon. Next layer the champagne over the top of the Chambord and garnish with blackberries.
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Beaujolais Nouveau – the French get in on the act The celebration of the release of Beaujolais Nouveau was always a peculiarly British thing, reaching its climax in the early eighties. Then, there was no end of ingenious, novel or outand-out speed tactics to see who could get the first bottles to trendy restaurants, upmarket corporate events, game shooting parties and the like. Sipping a glass at London’s Victoria train station by lunchtime was the thing to be seen to be doing - among some circles at least. To the French it was business as usual – the release of that year’s vintage of a rather light red wine from part of the Burgundy region. Rather lightweight too. The wine, made from the Gamay grape, sells for only a fraction of the price reds produced elsewhere in Burgundy from the pinot noir. There are celebrations in the region itself, and there used to be local competition to get the first bottles to Paris. But nobody went to the same extremes as the British. In those days the recently fermented and bottled wine was always released in the region on 15 November. The race was on. But, in 1985 and hoping to extend people’s celebrations into the weekend, the day of release was changed to the third Thursday – this year the 20th. The race was off. Somehow it wasn’t the same. Producers also started releasing stock early, though forbidding consumption before one minute after midnight on the day in question. Perhaps the loss of exclusivity contributed to our loss of interest in the wine itself. According to The Daily
A fragment of the immense display of Beaujolais Nouveau in a French hypermarket on 20 November
hypermarkets. Thirty or forty labels on offer, including previously barely seen whites and rosés. Maybe this year’s hype is partly due to the fact that the growth and harvest of this year’s gamay grapes were not as badly affected by the wet summer as were some other reds. According to the experts this year’s is as good as ever, whereas other Burgundies will struggle. “Well balanced” and “elegant”.
Telegraph, UK sales of Beaujolais slumped by around 85% between 1999 and 2011. This year agencies representing the producers launched a major marketing initiative within France itself. On the day, Covered photographer Ivor Hughes was quite taken aback by the enormity of one display in Dunkirk’s Auchan, one of a nationwide chain of
To get the current UK perspective, we visited Cairns and Hickey Wines in Bramhope – also on 20 November. There Peter Hickey was offering just the one, an Albert Bichot for £8.99. “This year we have half a dozen cases – in years past we could sell a hundred. There just isn’t the same demand and I doubt if many other suppliers have a dedicated display today. Though this year is quite good – whereas the past three were very poor.” Cairns and Hickey’s supply subsequently sold out in a fortnight. So you’ll have to look elsewhere if you want to try some for yourself. But be quick – winelore dictates that even the best start losing their appeal after Easter.
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Primary School Registration Deadline 15th Janaury 2015 Legally children must start school from the beginning of the school term after their fifth birthday. Parents of children born between 1 September 2010 and 31 August 2011 must apply for a school place before 15 January 2015. If a child was born between 1 September 2010 and 31 August 2011, he or she will start primary school in September 2015. It is important that you submit your application within these dates.
in more affluent areas and in established, reputable nurseries.
In Leeds children normally start school at the beginning of the academic year in which they have their fifth birthday.
Whether you’re looking at a brand new nursery or a more established one, It’s always prudent to do your background checks: Have a good look around the premises, ideally when there are other children and parents around. Ask to view an Ofsted report if one is available (if not, why not?). Speak to other parents, or ask for references. Also, ask to see examples of parents’ complaints – most nurseries will, inevitably, have had complaints and they will be logged. They may not want to share such information but transparency is important. How the business dealt with a complaint should give you an indication of the attitude toward staff, children and parents. A new building doesn’t mean that the business and its staff are inexperienced; many are new branches of existing nurseries or are set up by experienced childcare staff. As with all decisions about childcare, don’t be afraid to dig, delve and ask questions. Always trust your own judgement – you know your child best.
If you live in Leeds and have an email address, you can apply online by going to the Leeds city council website www.leeds.gov.uk It is quick, easy and safe and you will receive a confirmation email that your preferences have been received. It can take up to 24 hours to receive your confirmation e-mail, by applying online you are automatically provided with proof that your application has been received. Also you will be able to log back in and check or change your details up until the closing date of 15 January. On 16 April you will be emailed with an offer of a school place.
Choosing Pre-School Care As demonstrated by the number of new nurseries cropping up across the city, childcare places are at a premium. Places are particularly hard to pin down
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Year round giving – sponsor a child
village until their early twenties, giving them every chance of completing their education and finding a job.
In the after-glow of Christmas and general goodwill, it is easy to forget that worldwide need is always there, especially in the poorest countries or those in conflict. One very effective way of contributing on a regular basis is child sponsorship. There are many organisations offering this, one of which is SOS Children’s Villages. The first such village was opened in Austria in 1949 by philanthropist Hermann Gmeiner, who was struck by the poor living conditions of orphaned children in the aftermath of WWII. Backed at the time by the wife of the largest shareholder in ceramics firm Villeroy and Boch, the idea took off. There are now 540 villages in 125 countries around the world.
Pictured is the SOS Children’s Village in Battambang, Cambodia, one of the poorest countries in SE Asia. 16-year-old Kamsort and her two sisters have lived here since they were little; after their father died, their mother was unable to support them. They have an older brother who is independent and their mother keeps in touch. Kamsort goes to school on site and lives in a comfortable house – dramatically different from living conditions just down the road.
The slogan is “a loving home for every child” and the villages are organised around the family. Siblings are kept together and each house mother cares for 10 children in their family house. The children grow up in a safe, secure environment with a school and social centre on site. Great care is taken to keep contact with their natural parents if at all possible. Two things about SOS Children stand out: every penny given goes to the child and his or her village, with all UK admin costs met from donations or government funds. Secondly, children can stay in the
Leeds Book Fair on 1 February It’s a while now since Leeds Book Fair outgrew St Margaret’s Church Hall in Horsforth and moved out to Pudsey Civic Hall. The books and magazines on offer range from secondhand paperbacks and hardbacks, through collectible books such as comic annuals to rare and antiquarian examples. The books shown are the kind of prizes given out over a hundred years ago by schools, churches and youth organisations for attendance and punctuality. Inevitably with some religious or moral message, they are prized today for their colourful spines. These are all by George Henty, a highly regarded author of military adventures – Henty had served with the Army Hospital Service during the Crimean War. The next fair is on Sunday 1 February from 10-4. Enquiries to 0161 7974786
Sponsorship starts at £20 per month – a sum which goes a surprisingly long way in developing countries. For more information, see the website soschildrensvillages.org.uk
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are open to all. For more details check out our website at www.rspb.org.uk/groups/leeds or e-mail rspbleeds@googlemail.com.
KALEIDOSCOPE
MERCURY MOVIE MAKERS
Single, over 50 and nowhere to go ? Join us and improve your social life, make new friends. Not a dating agency and non-profit making. Ring Rita on 0113 2171747 or Carol on 0113 2670282, or check out our website Kaleidoscope
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
ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES AIREBOROUGH CAMERA CLUB
Guiseley Theatre, the Green, Guiseley. A small, friendly camera club with a varied programme of talks and competitions. New members are always welcome. for further information please visit our Website: www. aireboroughcameraclub.co.uk
AIREBOROUGH VOLUNTARY SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY WITH DISABILITIES
Providing a service to older people living in Aireborough helping with shopping, hospital support, handyman service etc. Looking for new members, both volunteers and clients. Would you like to become a volunteer or client? Please contact 0113 2501702
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
BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE COURSES
From basic to Level 6, also one to one tutorials. For anyone who likes to communicate with Deaf people, all courses are held at Burley Lodge Centre. More information, www. signiasigning.co.uk
BURLEY WILDLIFE GROUP
Sun Lane Nature Reserve, Burley in Wharfedale 1st Sunday of every month 10am-1pm. New members please call ahead. Promoting the conservation and management of wildlife areas in the village, also advice on wildlife issues Enquires: Peter Riley 01943 862916
ILKLEY SOROPTIMISTS
2nd &4th Thursday 7.30pm, Clarke Foley Centre ‘Every Voice Counts’ Be part of a local, national and global group of women committed
LEEDS AND DISTRICT NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION.
National Trust members and friends meet monthly at St. Chad's Parish Centre , Headingley. 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. Only £8 per year (£11 per couple) to join and everyone is welcome. Members New Year Lunch Friday 9th January Enquiries:cmsherborne@btopenworld.com or 01924 892681
LEEDS FRIENDS OF THE EARTH
Meet on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30, at the Pomegranate Cafe on Great George St, Leeds. LS1 3BR. Just turn up to join us. @LeedsFoE
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).
LEEDS FELINE FRIENDS
PO Box 294, Leeds, LS16 0ES We are rehoming some of our cats and kittens. Can you give one of our rescue cats a safe and loving home well away from a busy road? Please take a look on www.leedsfelinefriends.org.uk. 0113 2160593 mail@leedsfelinefriends.org.uk
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
Mercury Movie Makers invites would be film makers or owners of camcorders to come along to see how we operate. Wednesday evenings at 7.30pm @ Rawdon Conservative Club, Rawdon LS19 6NL. Friendly and unbiased advice on equipment and help with video problems are just two of the advantages of being connected with this well established club. See our website on www.mercurymoviemakers. com
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
OTLEY LADY FREEMASONS
Meet four times a year and would like to invite any interested Lady to come along and join us in an enjoyable fraternal and social gathering. If you are interested in our varied contributions to the communities in which we live please look us up on www.owf.org.uk.
ROTARACT
18 – 30’s Club, meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday 6.45 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, All welcome. Details: tonycleminson@hotmail.com
ROTARY CLUB OF OTLEY CHEVIN
Monday evenings 7.30pm at the Chevin Country Park Hotel New members welcome for more information contact Andrew Lund 01943 603979
ROYAL ARTILLERY ASSOCIATION
Meetings held each 3rd Saturday in the month at New Headingley Club, St Michaels Road, Headingley, LS6 3BG at 1400hrs. A chance to meet with other RA Veterans over a drink and take part in the many outings and visits both socially and military. Membership is open to all three branches of the Armed Services(Navy, Army & Air Force. For further information please contact: Ian Williams. 01924 496587 or email: williams40reg@btinternet.com
ROYAL MILITARY POLICE ASSOCIATION.
West Yorkshire branch meet at the Pudsey British Legion Club, Robin Lane, LS28 7BR on the first Thursday in every month @ 7.30pm. Ex Redcaps welcome. Further information call Eric Boddy: 01943 873909
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THE FRIENDS OF THE MANOR HOUSE
The Manor House Museum, Ilkley open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday 11am-5pm, Sundays 1pm-4pm. Its gallery houses a rolling programme of exhibitions. Regular events are organised each month. At 10.30am on the last Friday of each month anyone is welcome to join our free coffee morning talks. This month (January 30th) the talk will be about the Ilkley Retrospective exhibition, and the speaker will be the artist himself, Graeme Wilson. Paintings by this artist will be on exhibition in the gallery throughout the month until February 6th. The Friends also organise monthly concerts. On Friday 16 January at 7.30pm Pete Coe & Alice Jones will be performing music & ballads from Leeds folk song collector Frank Kidson (18651926). Tickets are £12 and include a glass of wine or juice. Tickets: Liz Bowen 01943 609393.
THE THURSDAY GROUP, ILKLEY
Outside The Box Café, 2 Bridge Lane, Ilkley LS29 9HN. 2nd Thursday of the month, 7.00 pm A friendly social and charity fundraising group for men and ladies meeting for speakers, meals out, bowling nights, theatre visits. New members and visitors welcome. Enquiries: Rose 01943 817827 or Shirley 01943 609997
THE YORKSHIRE FAR EAST VETERANS GROUP New Headingley Club, St Michaels Road, Headingley, LS6 3BG. Meet 2nd Tuesday of each month. 12.30pm for 1pm start. We are a new group and we welcome any member or ex member and civilian ancillary who have served in the Far East at any time. Enquiries to Secretary Eddie Seville: 0113 2637583
WHARFEDALE & DISTRICT AEROMODELLER’S CLUB
Salem Hall, Main Street, Burley in Wharfedale First Friday of each month 8pm. Control-line flying each Sunday. Juniors and beginners welcome. Enquiries: Chairman Jeff Smith 0113 260 3557
Sports, Health & Wellbeing
GOOD NEIGHBOURS BURLEY IN WHARFEDALE
For those in need of transport (to get to hospital or clinic, for example). If anyone can offer help with providing transport to hospitals and clinics please let Gail know. Drivers are called upon about once every 4 months, and are reimbursed for their journeys and parking. Please call Gail if you are interested in becoming a volunteer. Burley-in-Wharfedale residents only. Enquiries: Gail Boole – 01943 862388
IBS Leeds
Friendly, informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Monthly meetings now being held at the HEART Centre in Headingley. Please email me at matt@ letscureibs.com or visit www.letscureibs.com for details
ILKLEY BADMINTON CLUB
Mondays: Gyhll Royd School Ilkley Road, Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7HW. Thursdays: St. Mary’s Bradford Road, Menston LS29 6AE Not for beginners but the club are pleased to develop people who meet minimum playing standards. Friendly and competitive matches Enquiries: Ian Campbell Club Secretary 07721 978143
LEEDS COELIAC GROUP
We offer support and advice to those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850 or sandra.mclean@btinternet.com. enquiries@leedscoeliacgroup.org.uk
LEEDS FENCING CLUB
Kirkstall Leisure Centre, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS5 3BE. 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
OTLEY TOWN FC
Looking for new players to join. Old Showground, Pool Road, Otley Saturdays 1pm & Tuesday for training 7pm. Enquiries: 07951 278440
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
YOGA CLASSES – 1st CLASS FREE!!
Tuesdays: 7pm-8.30pm, The Crystal Temple, Low Green, Rawdon, LS19 6HB & Fridays: 12.30pm-2pm, Adel Quaker Meeting House, New Adel Lane, LS16 6AZ De-stress & feel uplifted with Dynamic Flowing Dru Yoga. The perfect way to a healthy body and calm mind. To book your place or for more info call Jane 01943 465230 or jaohalloran@yahoo.co.uk
FAMILIES & CHILDREN GUISELEY CHATTERBOOKS
Guiseley Library, Otley Road LS20 8AH First Tuesday of every month 3:45 – 4:45 pm, book group for children aged 7 to 10 years old. All welcome. Free to join. Enquiries: 01943 872675
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
LEEDS HEALING CENTRE 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) Open to both Type 1, Type 2 and parents and carers. 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
The Burley Lodge Centre, 42-46 Burley Lodge Road, LS6 1QF. Healing by healers trained with The Healing Trust (NFSH) aids relaxation and promotes wellbeing. Fridays 11am2.30pm. Donations appreciated. www.leedshealingcentre.org tel. 07985121810.
LOWER WHARFEDALE RAMBLERS
Full details of times and dates on our website at www.lowerwharfedaleramblers.co.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
GREEN FINGERS FRIENDS OF LAWNSWOOD CEMETERY ACTION DAYS
First Saturday of every month to help tidy the cemetery. Under the supervision of a Parks & Countryside Ranger, Meet 10am in the main car park (on Otley Road). Tools & hot drinks provided. Details: friendsoflawnswoodcemetery@yahoo.co.uk or Alan Mann (Secretary) 07901656886
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Food, Drink & Farmers Markets
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 inside the gallery. With over 15 traders selling anything from jams, pickles, chilled meats and crafts its well worth visiting.
DESIGNER CRAFT FAIR
Otley Courthouse, LS21 3AN Last Sunday of the month 9.30am-1pm. Lovely handmade crafts, fairtrade tea & coffee & yummy snacks www.otleycourthouse.org.uk
GRASSINGTON FARMERS MARKET
Grassington Village Centre, North Yorkshire, BD23 5LB 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
GUISELEY FARMERS MARKET
The Station Pub, 70 Otley Road, Guiseley, LS20 8BH 3rd Sunday of every month 9am-1.30pm
HEADINGLEY FARMERS MARKET
Rose Garden, North Lane, LS6 3JJ 2nd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm
HORSFORTH FARMERS MARKET
St Margarets Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk
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 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 home-made biscuits.
OTLEY FARMERS MARKET
Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
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
ILKLEY ART CLUB
ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT BURLEY ART CLUB
Parish Centre, 43 Station Rd, Burley in Wharfedale LS29 7JL Tuesday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30pm. The group meets at either the Red Lion or St Mary’s Parish Centre. Enquiries: Greg Learmouth – 01943 864924
BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE FAIRFAX SINGERS
Our repertoire includes Songs from the Shows, madrigals, spirituals and other sacred pieces. Now taking bookings for 2015 Vacancies for one Tenor and one Alto. We perform Concerts for Charities, weddings and Corporate events. We rehearse at The Thomas More Catholic Church Hall Burley-in-Wharfedale. Please phone 01274 597024 01943 877464 www.fairfaxsinger.org.uk
CHIPPENDALE SINGERS
Methodist Church, Walkergate, Otley. Wednesday evenings 7:45-9:30pm. Mixed voice choir with a wide ranging repertoire singing everything from Madrigals to Songs from the Shows as well as Spirituals and other sacred pieces. Occasional vacancies in all parts. If interested please contact chairman@chippendalesingers.co.uk To book the choir contact Jan Wilkinson 01943 461318 www.chippendalesingers.co.uk
COOKRIDGE METHODIST COMMUNITY FILM SOCIETY
The society are now enrolling for a new season of film, commencing October through to April 2015. The films are shown on a giant screen. Doors open at 6:30pm, the film starts 7pm prompt. 7 films @ £20 or 5 films @£17. Details of films from Shirley, telephone 0113 2672464
CRAFTYNUTS
Craft group meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday at The Chestnuts, Burras Lane, Otley, 7 – 9.30. Various crafts, tea and a good laugh. Enquiries: Lynn Barber 01943 466493
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
The Clarke Foley Centre, Cunliffe Road, Ilkley, Tuesdays 7.30 pm. There is a full and varied programme and membership is now open. Prospective new members are welcome to go along for a free taster session. Enquiries please email: ilkleyartclub@live.com or tel: Paul Shaw on 07771 754605
ILKLEY CHORAL SOCIETY/OTLEY CHORAL SOCIETY St Margaret’s Church, Queens Road, Ilkley, LS29 9QL Enquiries: Sirje – 07930 329847
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
LEEDS ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB
Guiseley Factory Workers Club, 6, Town Street, Guiseley, LS20 9DT. Wednesday Evenings 7-30pm-10pm. The club's objective is to promote social activities in all aspects of the playing of organ and keyboard music The club has an Roland AT900C Organ and a Tyros 3 Keyboard for members to play. If you would like to entertain or be entertained in a friendly informal atmosphere then come along and join us. Enquiries- 01274 563002.
LEEDS PEOPLE’S CHOIR
Enjoy singing but have not found a choir? Come and join us. We take pleasure in singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, celebration and peace from around the world.Whilst reading music is useful, we also learn songs by ear. Open to anyone we meet every Wednesday during term time, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Swarthmore Centre, Woodhouse Square, Leeds. http://www.leedspeopleschoir.org.uk.
RAWDON AMNESTY CONCERT SERIES
All events take place in Rawdon’s historic 17th-century Quaker meetinghouse, an intimate and informal venue in which to enjoy performances by some of the best local professional and amateur actors and musicians. 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 series programme are available from Barbara Parry (0113 2503867) barbaraparry@ waitrose.com or Diane Exley (0113 2502051) edianex@btinternet.com.
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SCRAPBOOKING
Meet 3rd Friday of the month 1.00 -3.00 memory books and scrapbooks. The Chestnuts, Burras lane, Otley. Enquiries: Lynn Barber 01943 466493
WHARFEDALE MALE VOICE CHOIR
Friendly choir-new members very welcome. No audition or voice test. Catholic Hall, Bradford Road, Burley-in-Wharfedale. Mondays 2.0pm to 4.0 pm Tel.01943 863177
WHARFEDALE RECORDED MUSIC
Ben Rhydding Church Weds 7.45. Enjoy the best of recorded music on superb sound equipment in friendly, comfortable surroundings. www.wharfedalerecordedmusic.ilkley.org enquiries 01943 601538 MISCELLANEOUS
LEEDS AND MOORTOWN FURNITURE STORE
The Store which has been running now for almost 30 years is a registered charity that collects donated furniture and, through a raft of voluntary and statutory referral agencies, passes it on to individuals and families in Leeds who are in need. Enquiries:0113 2739727 info@leedsandmoortown.org.uk www.leedsandmoortown.org.uk
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CHALLENGE 180 – 25 JAN 2015,
10am-1pm at The Grammar School at Leeds Challenge 180 is St Gemma’s Hospice’s new sponsored fitness event: 180 minutes of continuous exercise. Take part in PiYo, Zumba & Aerobics all while raising funds for the Hospice. It is just £5 to register. Visit: www.st-gemma.co.uk/180 or call Becky on 0113 218 5505
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with Santa and his Sleigh Netherfield Rd, Guiseley, Monday 22nd Dec 6.00pm – 8.00pm
NATIONAL TRUST AIREDALE & WHARFEDALE ASSOCIATION MEETING
Ian Clough Hall, Baildon, Saturday, 17th January 2015 at 2.30 p.m. a talk on `a postcard from sunny bunees` The Rise & Fall of Sunny Vale Pleasure Gardens, Hipperholme. Chris Holme. Tickets £4 at the door including refreshments. For all information Tel: 01274 773863
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20 Wing Watch
Winter Finches January is a time when things really start to hot up on garden feeders. Seeds and berries are mostly gone from the countryside, and the days are getting longer. Now you may start to see some new visitors - species that use bird feeders as a last resort, including a number of lovely finches: siskin, redpoll and brambling. The siskin is a small brightly coloured bird, with a black cap (the male) and a stripy yellow-green body. They are very agile, and, outside gardens, can be seen in the tops of alder and birch trees, hanging upside down from branches to reach the seeds. The redpoll is also small, and the male has a bright red patch on its head (hence the name) as well as a blush of red on its breast. The brambling may at first glance look like a chaffinch, but this is a more striking bird, with a dark grey head, a bright orange breast and a white belly. They are most likely to be seen on the ground, collecting seed fallen from feeders. Would you like to take part in the biggest wildlife survey in the world? The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch takes place on the 24 – 25 January – just pick an hour and tell us what you see in your garden, or even in a local park, if you don’t have a garden. There will also be lots of Big Garden Birdwatch events – check the RSPB website at http://www.rspb. org.uk/discoverandenjoynature/ discoverandlearn/birdwatch/ for one near you.
A Siskin on a feeder. Credit: Chris Gomersall (rspb-images.com)
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.
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whereas cyclamen, hippeastrum, hyacinths and daffodils like the light and slightly cooler areas. When it is too cold to venture out, start to look at your seed and shrub catalogues to decide on your next year’s planting schemes. Then if you are considering any landscaping changes, stand in the window with a pencil and paper. It is easier The winter frosts have now appeared, taking to visualise your thoughts with all the ground bare off the remaining few flowers in your perennial and trees without leaves. borders. This means it is time to tidy up, and cut back all the dead foliage. Then finish off any Finally, check your dahlias, chrysanthemums and winter digging, and mulching any half-hardy any other plants or bulbs in store, taking action if plants in the process. any are showing signs of rot or deterioration. As you will not be requiring your garden tools for The HAGA Trading Hut reopens late January. a while, give them a good clean, sharpening and Featherbank Lane, Horsforth LS18 4NW. oiling as appropriate. Gravel, pebble and slate www.haga.btck.co.uk paths will benefit from a rake over, and topping up to keep them safe and in good condition. The fruit trees in your garden will benefit from grease bands being fitted to their trunks, then all having an all winter wash to kill any over wintering eggs and pests. This is the season for Christmas trees, so remember to water them regularly when they are in the house – to reduce needle drop and keep them fresh until the New Year. Similarly, Christmas plants must be placed in the correct position to make them last longer. Poinsettia, Christmas cactus and azalea plants like to have plenty of light and warm,
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SANTA & REBECCA at LCH December was an exciting time at The Leeds Children’s Hospital when the children had a very special visit from Santa along with his ‘elf’ Rebecca Keatley from CBeebies. The Leeds Children’s Hospital provides one of the most comprehensive range of specialist children’s hospital services in the country and is a regional centre, looking after youngsters from birth to the age of 17 from Yorkshire and beyond. Alice Halstead is now a Patron of the Leeds Children’s Hospital Appeal. Prior to that she spent a two and a half years continuous stay in the hospital and had this to say about being a patient during the festive period “Christmas was so special in hospital. In the run up to the big day; Santa, celebrities and numerous generous people would visit the wards donating presents
and making our time in hospital as special as possible.” Rachel Brooke, Fundraising Coordinator for the Leeds Children’s Hospital Appeal told Covered: “Everyone at the Leeds Children’s Hospital wants to make this Christmas as much fun as it can be for some of the bravest children in our region and to try and bring the normal things that children do at home into the hospital environment”.
All you need to do is visit www. st-gemma.co.uk/treecollection, make a donation and tell them
Your donations make a huge difference to the lives of hundreds of thousands of children in our local area who deserve the chance to experience the very best all year round.
of these areas and want to take part in the scheme, then register your collection now. If you don’t live in these areas, register your interest so they know the postcode demands for 2016.
Dreading the mess of getting rid of your Christmas tree? Help is at hand! After all the festivities are over and you have put your decorations back in the loft, the last thing you want to do is struggle with a Christmas tree scattering needles through the house, across the drive and all over the car. So this year, St Gemma’s Hospice are running their Christmas Tree Collection service, a simple but fantastic concept that asks for a donation in return for the ease of having your tree picked up and recycled. With the help of McCarthy’s Removals and Leeds Commercial Van Hire, St Gemma’s will deliver this fantastic service to many parts of Leeds.
However, the Leeds Children’s Hospital treats children all year round. If you would like to know how you can make a difference please visit: leedshospitalsfundraising.org. uk/LCH/ or call Rachel Brooke on 0113 2065223.
where you will leave your tree for St Gemma’s to collect (somewhere accessible), you don’t even have to be in on the collection dates. The Hospice will use the information provided via the website to collect your tree on 9th and 10th January. As this is the first year Leeds will have this service provided by the Hospice, collections will be limited to the following areas: LS6, LS7, LS8, LS14, LS15, LS16, LS17, LS18, LS19, LS20. If you live in one
A hospice in Cheshire, now in its 14th year of this scheme has recently raised £71,000 from one collection so St Gemma’s Hospice are very excited about signing up and establishing what they hope to be a an annual service to benefit as many people in the city as possible. The money will go towards funding the vital care provided by the Hospice to patients and their families, which are free for the patients but cost over £9 million a year to provide. For more information on the scheme contact Nicola in Fundraising on 0113 218 5570 or nicolah@st-gemma.co.uk
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LEEDS’ SEEDS STOCKPILE SUCCESS
part in our fantastic seed gathering project, which has seen over 800 trees planted across the city in recent years. The enthusiasm from the children is always superb, and I would like to personally thank our parks and countryside team for their hard work in making schemes such as this one a tremendous success."
Over 450 children have played their part in this year’s Leeds City Council seed gathering project. Youngsters joined staff from the council’s parks and countryside team to take part and gather seeds as part of the initiative, which has resulted in over 800 trees planted in locations across the city over recent years. Seeds were collected from a number of parks including, Roundhay Park, Chevin Forest Park, Middleton Park, Golden Acre Park and Temple Newsam. A number of learning sessions were also included, which provided those taking part with the chance to find out more about
the local woodland habitat at each park, and more about seeds and their dispersal along with tree planting. Children also had the opportunity to plant their own seed in a pot and take it home to grow their very own tree. Councillor Mark Dobson, Leeds City Council’s executive member for cleaner, safer and stronger communities told Covered: "We were delighted to once again give youngsters the opportunity to take
Councillor Jane Dowson, Leeds City Council’s lead member for children and families added: "It was really brilliant to see over 450 children in Leeds this year have such an enjoyable time discovering more about the beauty of our trees and parks. As part of the initiative, a number of interesting learning sessions regarding our local habitat and seed dispersal were provided on the days, which as always were really well received by the children."
MENSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL: WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL Benjamin Wood, Y6 teacher and basketball referee, organised a wheelchair basketball demonstration for pupils recently. The coaching, wheelchairs and equipment were supplied by Adrian Kennedy who is a professional basketball coach and referee. The objective was to give children a better understanding of what it is like being in a wheelchair and how difficult daily life can be, in particular playing sport. Wheelchair sports really do level the playing field, as even the most talented sportspeople start from the same point. This proved very popular with all the children who took part and in particular, those children who don’t usually
in a wheelchair had changed and made them more aware ”.
enjoy P.E. Some children said “their attitude towards a person
Great Britain will host the European Whelchair Basketball Championships in Worcester this year and if the team qualifies they will then be entered in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
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Find out what you’re capable of in 2015! Some of the staff at St Gemma’s Hospice have been talking to us about how working with people suffering illnesses reminds them to live life to its full potential. They see day in, day out, what suffering a life limiting illnesses can cause an individual and their family. You never know what’s around the corner so why not make 2015 the year that changes the direction of your life? St Gemma’s Hospice runs a whole host of exciting and exhilarating challenges that suit people of all lifestyles and abilities. So whether you want to do something now or sign up for something in the near future you have to train for, they will have a challenge to suit you. Make 2015 the year you pass the finish line of your first 10k, half or full marathon. Take to the skies and see the curvature of the earth by signing up for one of their parachute jumps. If you crave travel and adventure then take on the vastness of the Sahara, the height of Kilimanjaro or the length of the Great Wall of China with one of their many organised
international challenges. You may even want to follow in the footsteps of Yorkshire’s very own Mark Cavendish and cycle with St Gemma’s from London to Paris! If travel isn’t your thing and you prefer things a little closer to home then why not take on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks and see the beauty right on your doorstep or sweat it out with the best of them at the St Gemma’s 180. This is 180 minutes of exercise to kick start your fitness in 2015. Years from now it will be better to look back and say ‘I can’t believe I did that’ than to look back and say ‘I wish I did that’.
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2,500 people around Leeds will receive care from St Gemma’s Hospice throughout the year. Not only do they provide vital support for the patients who are suffering with a terminal illness, they also support all their family and friends through the social work and bereavement support teams. The running costs are over £9 million in 2015 and we rely on people like you to help us raise the majority of these costs. All events can be found on their website so visit www.st-gemma. co.uk for full details contact 0113 218 5555 challenges@st-gemma.co.uk.
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ACC ANNOUNCE WINNERS The Aireborough Camera Club Open Competition ‘My Aireborough’ which was featured in Covered recently has now been judged and prizes have been awarded in two sections:
ADULT (19 years +) 1st place - Jean Endersby "Plane Sailing"(£25.00 + club membership) 2nd place - Claire Whitaker "Snow at Nunroyd" (Club membership) 3rd place - Jean Endersby "Kirk Lane Park"
2nd place in the adult category, Claire Whitaker’s ‘Snow at Nunroyd’
PRIMARY (up to 18 years) 1st place - Jasmine Small "Yeadon Tarn" (£25.00 + certificate) 2nd place - Emily Whitaker "Park View" (Certificate) 3rd place - Elizabeth Small "Dragonfly" (Certificate) The club would like to thank all the individuals that submitted images for the competition and made the judging so difficult. The club would also like to thank sponsors 'Aireborough Neighbourhood Development Forum' and 'Aireborough Rotary' for their support in this new project. There will be another competition next year entitled "My Yorkshire" and on-line entries as well as prints will be accepted. The club will also open up a ‘Secondary’ category for 12 – 18 year olds. If you would like to join Aireborough Camera Club, new members are always welcome. Visit: www.aireboroughcameraclub. co.uk or like their 'Facebook' page.
3rd place in the primary category, Elizabeth Small’s ‘Dragonfly’
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Leeds National Trust Association’s 40th Birthday Party Covered magazine was kindly invited by Leeds NTA to join their combined Christmas and 40th birthday party on 11 December at St Chad’s Church Hall in Otley Road, Far Headingley. Centrepiece of the celebrations was a fine Christmas and birthday cake made, decorated and donated by members Christine and Keith Harrap. Rather than the usual seasonal decoration, the cake was topped by oak leaves and acorns, symbolising the National Trust.
Jane Pronay, Christine Harrap, Bernard Atha, Pamela Fishwick and Paul Rockett. Pamela Fishwick is an original member from 1974 and, as past treasurer and membership secretary, was representing the many long serving volunteers who have enabled the association to flourish.
President of the Leeds Association, Alderman Bernard Atha CBE, opened the ceremony by outlining the importance of the formation of the association and its lasting development into today’s thriving group – Alderman Atha was addressing well in excess of 100 members who had braved the morning’s hailstorms to enjoy the event, refreshments and entertainment. The event itself completed a decade of Christmas mornings organised by Jane Pronay, who went on to thank all longstanding and new members who do so much to make their organised events enjoyable and, indeed, possible – from social gatherings such as this through walks, talks, day outings and holidays. The morning’s festivities were
Lawnswood Female Voice Choir brought the entertainments to a close with a medley of Christmas music.
completed by a medley of Christmas music performed by Lawnswood Female Voice choir, expertly led by Director of Music Brenda Hawer and the event drawn to a close by the association’s current Chairman Paul Rockett. The choir sings to
raise funds for charity and is a favourite of LNTA. Information about the associatio’s activities and membership can be obtained from Christina Sherborne on cmsherborne@ btopenworld.com
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STUART ANDREW MP As many readers will be aware, Small Business Saturday took place at the beginning of December and I spent the day visiting an array of businesses and organisations throughout the constituency, from Farsley Business Group to Shops and Bars. In our constituency, it is very evident that small and medium sized businesses, like those I visited, make a huge contribution to the local economy and also do a great deal in terms of employment for the communities they are part of, be they shops, pubs, restaurants, or small firms and offices. It is therefore so important that the Government does all it can to help business like these not only survive, but thrive. For example, I know that business rates can be a significant cost for small businesses, which is why I am pleased that the Government has taken action in the recent
Autumn Statement to increase the rate of relief on bills for small businesses. This measure, which sees the doubling of small business rate relief, has been extended until April 2015 and I understand that an estimated third of a million small firms, including many small shops, are paying no business rates at all as a result of the scheme. Whilst this is only one example, I feel that it demonstrates the Government’s commitment to making sure that small and medium businesses get the support they need in these difficult economic times.
As we approach the new year, I know that many readers will now be looking to book their summer holidays and I am sure that you will therefore join me in welcoming the measures also announced in the Autumn Statement that Air Passenger Duty for under 12s will be abolished from May and from 2016 for under 16s. I understand that this will save a two child family travelling from Leeds Bradford Airport around £26 on the cost of economy short-haul flights and around £142 on the cost of economy long-haul flights. This serves as another example of the action the Government is taking to help people at a time when household budgets are being stretched. To close, whilst I realise that the Christmas period will be well underway by the time you read this article, I would like to take this opportunity to wish all readers a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
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We need to talk about Ilkley! Such is the title of a survey currently being undertaken in Ilkley, designed to create a Neighbourhood Plan. This will explore how to provide local housing, support high street shops and small businesses, develop local job opportunities, bring the community together and provide local amenities that meet its needs. The Plan is important for everyone; Ilkley residents need to vote at a referendum to adopt it and if the vote is in favour it will then become a legal document. That means that any decisions on future planning applications will be required to be made in accordance with the Neighbourhood Plan. So the survey really is an opportunity to have a say in the future of Ilkley. One major issue to consider is the future of the Manor House. The New Manor House Group has been working for a feasibility study for the future of the Manor House, with Bradford MDC providing the funding. A report is expected by the end of January. The current deal with Bradford is for the Manor House to be staffed in part by volunteers. The first groups have been inducted and have done their first rota duties. However, the bad news is that Bradford MDC is planning to remove their artefact collections. It remains to be established what will be left in the Manor House and how it will be run after Easter. If you are horrified at the thought of Ilkley’s Roman heritage disappearing into a general collection, use the survey to protest. As well as its museum aspect, the Manor
Mouth-watering cheeses and preserves will feature at a local market if Ilkley’s artisan producers have their way Alex Cockshott led the team decorating the Manor House for its Norwegian Christmas
House is a valuable showcase for local talent. Running currently is a retrospective exhibition of the work of local artist Graeme Willson. Another initiative under way is the setting up of a regular market for local artisan producers of fine food and drink. The lack of any such market is noticeable in a town the size of Ilkley and it would offer significant advantages. As well as filling a gap in shopping provision for local people, it would undoubtedly attract visitors into the town. The emphasis is on showcasing
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OTLEY CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU FACING CLOSURE
local produce, however, not just adding another venue for major producers currently doing the rounds of farmers’ markets. The idea already has the support of some Ilkley Parish councillors and is on the agenda for the next full council meeting on 5 January. If you would like to see the project succeed, mention it in your response to the survey and have a word with your local councillor. For further information – and especially if you would like to participate – email Jeremy on wharfedalefinecheeses@hotmail. com or Paula on greenhutco@ gmail.com Survey contributions need to be submitted by 31 December. If you don’t have a paper copy, you can complete it online at weneedtotalkaboutilkley.com.
A team of dedicated volunteers have met with Otley Town Council to try and influence an imminent decision by Leeds Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) and Leeds City Council to close the Otley bureau. Otley CAB has served the town and the Wharfedale area for 35 years. Clients come from many places surrounding the town, such as Yeadon, Guiseley, Cookridge, Horsforth to name but a few. Otley CAB also see clients from all over the city as waiting times for a face to face advice appointment in the city centre bureau can be too long. At Otley, clients are offered not only information on a wide range of issues, but detailed advice, from a team of experienced advisers. They have the knowledge and understanding to help clients move on with any issue. The volunteer Generalist Advisers have access to an excellent recognised database of information that is not accessible
Otley CAB Volunteers
by the public and as part of Leeds CAB are supported by a range of information systems and specialist help if needed. The volunteers are now making a plea to Leeds City Council and Leeds CAB to ensure that the Otley bureau remains open so that they can continue to offer a first class advice service to the community. Otley Town Councilors have offered support but the support of Leeds City Councillors and the trustee board of Leeds CAB has still to be gained. If you value you the service and would like to see it continue serving the area, please contact your local councillor as soon as possible and ask them to support the bid to keep a much needed service open. The Courthouse, Otley, LS21 1BG Telephone: 0113 223 4400 www. citizensadvice.org.uk
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Otley Victorian Fayre Otley’s thirtieth Victorian Fayre and Christmas Market escaped the severe wind and rain forecast on the very morning of Sunday 7 December. Thousands attended, many entering into the spirit of things by dressing in costume or offering Victorian seasonal fayre.
Carols from All Saints
Music and dance from Wayzgoose
Otley Courthouse promoting their forthcoming events
Earl Douglas is a regular and ever welcome guest
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THINK YOU KNOW YORKSHIRE? Yorkshire documentary maker Mark Saville has launched a series of Yorkshire Lectures taking place at The Stable Block, Church Rd, Horsforth, LS18 5JB Every Monday (term time only) from 5th January 10am -12. This series of Lectures has been developed to shed light on the history, topography and the people who have helped shape Yorkshire's towns into what they look like today. Each week in the comfort of the lecture room you will follow a circular tour around a town centre which highlights interesting and unusual places to look for, their role in history and their use today. These are entertaining lectures using photographs and video to show you what to look for behind the scenes
or in places normally inaccessible to the public.
on aspects of Yorkshire, from historical works to travelogs.
Mark Saville has produced numerous DVDs about Yorkshire over the last 15 years. He has also published e-books and print books
The 12 Lectures cost £48. For further information please call:0113 258 4680 or email: marksaville@btconnect.com
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Most of us hate getting out of bed and venturing outside during frosty mornings in the winter months. Unless it’s a particularly crisp, bright day, leaving the warmth of your home to join the traffic in your car isn’t filled with appeal. We prepare ourselves for the day – hat, gloves, scarf, flasks, etc – some even take a hot water bottles with them. Spare a thought for your vehicles though - the cold and icy conditions are just as tough on our cars as they are on us and, unless you have a particularly close relationship with the family hatchback, it won’t have benefited from a cosy night under the duvet. On December 2nd last year, the AA reported attending an average of 1,150 breakdowns every hour. Those stricken motorists could have avoided hours of waiting at the roadside, and the inevitable expense subsequently, by ensuring that they had taken a few easy and relatively inexpensive steps to ready their car, and themselves, for winter motoring. If you’re not confident under the bonnet, then take your vehicle to a reputable independent dealer so you can rest assured that your car will be ready to face the challenges of our winter climate. Covered popped into Horsforth’s Town Garage for details of their winter safety check, which should typically consist of the following: • Battery and alternator check • Antifreeze and washer bottle fluid check and top up
• Brakes, wheel and tyres check • Steering and suspension check • External lights and windscreen and wiper condition check • Seatbelts and heater check A service like this would cost only £29.95 inclusive of VAT and all fluids if done by Town Garage. You also receive a report on key components such as the battery, alternator, brakes, steering and suspension. The report will
advise you on any preventative work recommended to avoid a potential breakdown and a long stint waiting in the cold. Town Garage also supply and fit winter tyres and now offer free storage for tyres whilst they are not in use. Call: 0113 2582 756 and ask Tony or Pippa for more details or visit: www.town-garage.com
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New Year's Celebrations Around the UK
Happy New Year, everyone! You and your family will no doubt have your own way of celebrating the turn of the year and most will have taken inspiration from the UK. We take a look at some of the traditions followed by our closest neighbours.
Another ancient Irish tradition is the remembrance of family or close fiends who have passed away the year before; a place at the dinner table is set for them and the door is left unlatched.
The Ways Wales Celebrates
The Scottish lead the world when it comes to New Year celebrations and you might expect an exclamation of “Crivens! We invented Hogmanay!” if you alleged otherwise to friends north of the border.
New Year's Eve is referred to as “Nos Galan” and New Year's Day as “Dydd Calan”. The Welsh say “Blwyddyn Newdyy Dda” for “Happy New Year”, and that may not necessarily be on January 1st! Some areas of Wales (like Gwaun Valley) celebrate Dydd Calan on January 12th, because according to the Julian calendar (the predecessor to the Gregorian calendar) New Year's Day originally fell on that date. Other traditions in Wales include clearing debts before the New Year arrives, opening and closing the back door at midnight to symbolically remove the past year and its bad luck (locking it thereafter retains the good luck), and the belief that nothing should be lent on New Year's Day, as this sets the tone for the whole year.
Northern Ireland's Interesting Traditions Irish New Year is rooted in traditions and superstitions, many of which revolve around beginning the New Year on the right foot. It is customary for the house to be thoroughly cleaned and spotless as a good omen for the year ahead. Likewise, first footing - whoever first crosses the threshold into the home - is an important tradition (also in Wales and Scotland). If it is a tall, dark, handsome man, the Irish believe good luck is bestowed upon the home and its residents, while a red haired girl would usher in hardship and grief.
Scottish New Year: 'Hogmanay'
Scotland share many traditions with Ireland and Wales, including first footing (often with a gift of whisky and sometimes a lump of coal), singing songs to neighbours, cleaning the house on December 31st, and clearing all debts before the chime of midnight. Some villages even roll flaming barrels down streets to symbolically burn up the old year. Although visitors before the chime of midnight may be shooed to avoid bringing bad luck, part of Hogmanay celebration is the welcoming of friends and strangers with warmth and kindness, bringing in the New Year on a cheerful and amiable note. But their most prominent tradition is at the stroke of midnight, it's customary for all to join hands or link arms (corresponding with the final verse of the song) and sing the traditional New Year's song by Robert Burns, Auld Lang Syne, to bid farewell to the old year - a tradition now followed by many other English speaking nations. Wherever you draw your inspiration from for your own celebrations, all at Covered wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2015!
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Otley Courthouse January 2015 The Otley Courthouse Spring Programme is now out, so here is a flavour of what you can see over the next few months:
Saturday 17th January, 7.30pm Killed the Boar, Shaved his head: The Violent Death of Richard III In late March 2015, Richard III is to be reinterred in Leicester. Here is a chance to meet and talk with one of the handful of experts, Bob Woosnam Savage, who has physically examined the remains. Tickets are £8/6 in advance or £9/7 on the door. Friday 23rd January at 8pm Snake Davis and his band. The classic sax solo tour. In this show Snake reveals and plays his classic tunes including Baker Street, Careless Whisper and Respect. Tickets are £12/10 in advance or £13/11 on the door.
Thursday 19th February at 11am Nick Sharratt and his “Big Draw Along.” Award winning author and illustrator Nick Sharratt shows us how he comes up with his amazing ideas and illustrations. Bring pencil and paper so you can draw along with Nick. Tickets are £6/5
Friday 27th February 8pm. Mitch Benn “Don’t Believe a Word This is Mitch Benn’s critically acclaimed new show that will make you laugh a lot and thing a little bit as well. Tickets are £12/10 in advance or £11/9 on the door. 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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42 Places of Interest
THE BOWERY The Bowery is an independent art gallery based in Headingley which provides space for exhibiting new and emerging artists, as well as offering a programme of arts workshops and courses. There is also a coffee shop which serves specialist coffee and light food in addition to selling gifts and work from largely local artists and designers. When husband and wife team, Sandra and Ged Togher, first launched The Bowery back in 2006 there wasn’t an awful lot else like it around in the area. Now, Leeds is blessed with an array of independent coffee shops and bars, but The Bowery remains one of the few places to provide a space for exhibiting and nurturing new visual artists. With a background in design and teaching, Sandra is keen to provide a platform for the growth of new artists who, otherwise, may find it difficult to show their work for the first time. The Bowery works directly with art students who are studying in Leeds and
offers advice and experience, in addition to providing invaluable contacts and the gallery shows new exhibitions every 12 weeks, often representing an artist’s first solo show. The concept for The Bowery was born when Sandra and Ged took 12 months out to travel the world, and saw first hand what was available in other countries, but lacking in our own area. Ged had worked previously in the construction industry, but a desire to run his own coffee shop seemed the perfect partner to Sandra’s gallery aspirations. Now the coffee shop is at
the heart of The Bowery and provides a calming retreat, with magazines, free wifi and contemporary music. On offer are a range of organic salads, local produce, sandwiches and home made cakes alongside their Allpress Espresso coffee.
“The Bowery was listed in The Times newspaper as one of the top coffee shops in Britain.”
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Freshly roasted coffee is supplied weekly from the Allpress roastery in Shoreditch and this highly regarded New Zealand company have trained all of the baristas at The Bowery. This pairing obviously works well and The Bowery was
listed in The Times newspaper as one of the top coffee shops in Britain. Upstairs in the gallery and workshop space, there are a range of arts and crafts workshops available for both children and
adults. These range from the ever popular sewing classes through to ceramics, photography and millinery. There really is something for everyone keen to ‘have a go.’ Whilst the more experienced can be accommodated, the workshops are aimed at encouraging anyone wanting to explore their creativity, whether it be trying out painting techniques or reupholstering old furniture. The Bowery provides a stimulating environment and, as well as weekend courses, they offer 6 week long day and evening courses and even hold creative hen or children’s parties. And their corporate ‘crafternoons’ are proving a popular team building experience, with space available to hire if you’d like to host your own event. If you know someone who would be keen to try out a new hobby, gift vouchers are available or courses are bookable online. www.thebowery.org
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