Come along and enjoy music in the cloisters of this 12th century abbey. Why not bring a picnic? Saturday 14th May 2pm – Sheffield Lydian Singers Sunday 15th May 3pm – Stephanie Smith, Soprano and Andrew Slaven, Classical Guitarist Sunday 21st August 2pm – Andrea Craig Celtic Harpist Performances are free. Entrance to Abbey and Visitor …
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Author Archives: Simon Dawson
Live Music at Kirkstall Abbey
May 7th, 2011 | Posted by in Events - (Comments Off on Live Music at Kirkstall Abbey)A few weeks ago we reported on the future of the Kirkstall District Centre site and Tesco’s proposals for it, and I thought I’d give you an update on where things are so far. Currently Tesco are in contact with the Kirkstall Valley Community Association and other local groups, who are helping to voice residents …
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Kirkstall Festival DVD Released
April 27th, 2011 | Posted by in Events | History | Kirkstall Festival | Our Community - (Comments Off on Kirkstall Festival DVD Released)At last years spectacular 30th Kirkstall Festival, you may have noticed the Leeds Movie Makers group recording the event throughout the day. We’re delighted to say that the DVD of the festival is now available for everyone to own. The two-DVD box set consists of nearly 2 hours of viewing pleasure taken from the setup …
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Local Elections and Referendum
April 16th, 2011 | Posted by in Events | Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Local Elections and Referendum)On 5th May the local elections are happening in Kirkstall ward – this is where you can elect a local Councillor to represent the views of Kirkstall residents on a city-wide basis, and undertake case work to act on behalf of local residents. The nominated candidates are (as listed by the Leeds City Council statement): John Illingworth …
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Either way; it’s half-way
April 11th, 2011 | Posted by in History - (Comments Off on Either way; it’s half-way)Mike Harwood has written another fascinating local history article, this time the memorial milestone outside the entrance to Kirkstall Forge, which reads: “To London 200 miles S. To Edinburg 200 miles N. Erected A. D. 1829. B & B Kirkstall Forge 1779. Leeds 3 ¾ miles’” This is the latest article which charts the history about our area, and his …
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Kirkstall Abbey Deli Market
April 11th, 2011 | Posted by in Events | Kirkstall Abbey - (Comments Off on Kirkstall Abbey Deli Market)A brand new market in an ancient setting A new monthly market is being planned to take place in the picturesque 12th century ruins of Kirkstall Abbey. The market will run on the last Saturday of the month from Saturday 28th May, 12 noon – 3pm. We are aiming to give visitors an opportunity to …
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Check your locks and stop a burglar say West Yorkshire Police
March 9th, 2011 | Posted by in Policing - (Comments Off on Check your locks and stop a burglar say West Yorkshire Police)Householders in West Yorkshire are exposing themselves to crime because of the type of locks used in their doors. Police in North West Leeds have issued an appeal for householders to get their uPVC door locks checked and replaced with bump and snap secure Euro Cylinder locks. This follows an increase in break-ins, where vulnerable …
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Tesco To Consult On Plans For New Kirkstall Store
March 8th, 2011 | Posted by in Local Issues - (7 Comments)Tesco has confirmed that in the next few months it will be consulting on proposals for a new supermarket and other community facilities in Kirkstall. The proposals could include a Tesco store, community buildings, new shops and a public square. This investment would regenerate the currently derelict land at the junction of Kirkstall Lane and …
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Spring issue of Kirkstall Matters is out!
March 4th, 2011 | Posted by in Kirkstall Matters - (Comments Off on Spring issue of Kirkstall Matters is out!)The Spring issue of Kirkstall Matters magazine has been published today and will be hitting the doorsteps of members very soon. Its the first issue with our new editor, Simon Dawson, and our feature article is the upcoming performance of Frankenstein’s Wedding…Live In Leeds which BBC3 will be broadcasting live from Kirkstall Abbey on Saturday …
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ITV1’s Dinner Date is looking for Kirkstall fellas!
March 3rd, 2011 | Posted by in Events | Our Community - (Comments Off on ITV1’s Dinner Date is looking for Kirkstall fellas!)Are you single? If you want to meet gorgeous women and men over great food then Hat Trick Productions want to talk to you! They’re looking for single men and women over the age of 25 who enjoy good food, good company and are up for a laugh. You don’t have to be Jamie Oliver in the …
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Abbey House Museum Up For 2011 Guardian Family Friendly Museum Award
February 18th, 2011 | Posted by in Kirkstall Abbey - (Comments Off on Abbey House Museum Up For 2011 Guardian Family Friendly Museum Award)Our very own Abbey House Museum has made it to the longlist for the Guardian Family Freindly Museum Award For 2011. The 20 museums making it to the Guardian Family Friendly Award longlist all share one thing they go that extra mile to welcome families. They were chosen by panels of visitors, volunteers and …
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Its ALIVE and its LIVE! BBC Three brings Frankenstein to the Abbey
February 18th, 2011 | Posted by in Events - (Comments Off on Its ALIVE and its LIVE! BBC Three brings Frankenstein to the Abbey)Get your tickets for the BBC Three production of Frankenstein’s Wedding, which will be broadcast live from Kirkstall Abbey on 19th March. BBC Three’s Frankenstein’s Wedding… Live in Leeds is a bold re-imagining of Mary Shelley’s gothic masterpiece, Frankenstein. This adaptation, whilst remaining true to the themes of the original story, will burst open the …
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