Come and take part in Kirkstall Abbey’s photography trail (photo trail), discovering how the Abbey looked in 1888 and contribute your own pictures of the Abbey today to their Flickr page. Feel free to use your own imagination to interpret Leeds industrialist Godfrey Bingley’s beautiful photos (see the example opposite and see more on the Flickr …
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Don’t miss this years Kirkstall Festival on Saturday 13th July! We expect this years to be the best yet with a special guest, some brilliant acts and every kind of stall you can think of. The 2013 Kirkstall Festival will take place on Saturday 13th July in the picturesque grounds of the 12th Century Kirkstall …
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Abbey House Museum aim to involve people more in the way we plan and design our exhibitions. We are planning to change the existing nursery room into a community-themed gallery, and we want your ideas about what it should look like, and the best ways to get a range of local people involved. We will …
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Local writer Dave Foxton, who lives on Kirkstall Avenue has recently published a biography charting the life of another local man Cyril James during WWII. Born and raised in Burmantofts, Cyril James is a fascinating character whose story illustrates some key times in both Leeds and European History. The story of Cyril, who now lives on Cockshott Drive, follows his childhood growing up in the …
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Dear Readers, The next issue of Kirkstall Matters has now been published. In this issue: – Paralympic Gold Medalist Open’s Kirkstall Festival – New blood for the KVCA – Kirkstall Abbey Museum – Hawksworth Wood Funding Update – Sport We have posted some of the articles which required more explanation on Kirkstall Online. You can …
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BE PART OF THIS ICONIC RACE & HELP ST. GEMMA’S TO KEEP ON RUNNING! The Great North Run 2013 St. Gemma’s Hospice has a just a few limited number of fundraising places left for the highly prestigious Great North Run, which takes place this year on Sunday 15th September 2013. The Great North Run is the one of the world’s most popular and iconic half …
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Optical and hearing care specialist, Scrivens Opticians has demonstrated its commitment to Headingley by relocating its North Lane branch to the Arndale Centre. The family owned optician which has branches across the country, has been steadily growing its customer base since acquiring its original Headingley branch from Co-op eyecare four years ago. Branch manager Chris …
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Hi everyone, Looking for antique, vintage or retro goods? Well look no further, St Gemma’s Hospice’s award-winning Vintage Fairs are well established amongst vintage enthusiasts and collectors in Yorkshire and beyond. In addition to picking up something great you will also be supporting the work of St Gemma’s Hospice. They sell plenty of Antique, Vintage and …
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Kirkstall Online has secured a voucher that can be used at Frankie and Benny’s restaurant in Kirkstall Cardigan Fields until the 31st of May. Simply print off the voucher and present it to the restaurant staff. Click the link to download: £5 Off Voucher
The KVCA has been provided with some excellent, nostalgic images from the Abbey Light Railway, enjoy!
