Horseboating on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

April 8th, 2013 | Posted by Carlos in Events | History - (Comments Off on Horseboating on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal)

The Horse Boating Society is using a horse to tow a barge along the canal this week: Horseboat Elland on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal •   Wed April 10: Leeds to Armley Mills Museum •   Thurs April 11: Armley Mills Museum to Rodley (near Pudsey) •   Friday April 12: Rodley (near Pudsey) …
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Planting sunflowers with Kirkstall in Bloom

March 17th, 2013 | Posted by Kirkstall In Bloom in Events | Kirkstall In Bloom | Local Issues - (Comments Off on Planting sunflowers with Kirkstall in Bloom)

We are holding a sunflower competition this summer with some planting friends over in Calverley, the plan is to plant sunflower seeds on the 1st April and measure them on the 12th August and see who the winner is! If you are interested we are meeting on Easter Monday (1st April) at 1pm,all you need …
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Green roof and green wood frame nutures green transport

March 10th, 2013 | Posted by Simon Dawson in Events | Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Green roof and green wood frame nutures green transport)

Councillor Roger Harington, chair of the Climate Change Partnership  will formally open the 20 space bike shed at 3pm on Tuesday 12th March at The Conservation Volunteers, Hollybush in Kirkstall Leeds.LS5 3BP Our 20 space bike shed has a simple frame made of green larch with a living roof of sedum and other plants (aka Green roof). …
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Beginners Running Group Starting in Kirkstall

February 24th, 2013 | Posted by Simon Dawson in Events | Sport - (Comments Off on Beginners Running Group Starting in Kirkstall)

A new beginners running group has started in Kirkstall, for complete beginners or those returning to running after a long lay off. The aim is to train to be able to run the Apperley Bridge Canter 10K in May without walking, but at whatever speed. From there the running world is your oyster! You would be …
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Dough Bistro – Battle of the apprentices

February 10th, 2013 | Posted by Jenny.Budd in Events - (Comments Off on Dough Bistro – Battle of the apprentices)

Pay what you think! Battle of the apprentices! Have you ever been to the Dough Bistro on Spen Lane? It is a gorgeous cafe/bistro and they often hold original events for patrons to enjoy. One such event that I thought may be of interest promotes local young chef talent with the opportunity to sample some …
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Headingley LitFest – Programme

February 8th, 2013 | Posted by Jenny.Budd in Events - (Comments Off on Headingley LitFest – Programme)

As promised, here is the programme for the Headingley LitFest March 2013. You can view it on the website link or download the pdf: LoRes LitFest 2013 Remember – it is not essential that you have read all the books for speakers like Blake Morrison, Hilary Spurling and George Szirtes – you can do the reading …
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Spotlight on… our local businesses

February 6th, 2013 | Posted by Jenny.Budd in Charity | Events | History | Kirkstall Matters | Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Spotlight on… our local businesses)

The ‘Spotlight On…’ series of articles will introduce you and give you an insight into the local companies and businesses in the area that have something of interest to communicate to members and readers of Kirkstall Online and Kirkstall Matters magazine. All of them are currently involved or have expressed an interest in helping the …
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Sponsored Zumbathon – 24th February – Kirkstall

January 23rd, 2013 | Posted by Jenny.Budd in Charity | Events | Our Community | Sport - (Comments Off on Sponsored Zumbathon – 24th February – Kirkstall)

Sponsored Bokwa and Zumbathon – Sunday 24 February – 10am until 1pm – Xercise 4 Less Gym (Kirkstall) People are amazed by the benefits and quick effects Bokwa and Zumba have on your figure. So not only could you be taking part in a fun and exhilarating fitness session – it will be for 3 …
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Headingley LitFest

January 15th, 2013 | Posted by Jenny.Budd in Events | History - (Comments Off on Headingley LitFest)

LIVES AND LOVES Headingley’s Literature Festival is back again for all those book lovers out there and this year’s looks like it will be another great event. The theme for this year is Lives and Loves and will run from 8th March until 1st of April and the various events will be held at venues …
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Dear Readers, The Love Leeds Charity Shop is having an opening event which they are inviting all residents of Kirkstall to attend. Kirkstall, as we all know, is a popular residential location for students and so we are happy to be able to support this cause as well as increase ties between Kirkstall residents, Kirkstall …
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As some of you will already know, after the introduction of a new team we decided to carry on with the Kirkstall Matters Magazine in its recent format for the last issue of the year. Those of you who are members will be receiving your copies posted through your doors over the next week but …
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12th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale for St Gemma’s Hospice

October 18th, 2012 | Posted by Simon Dawson in Events - (Comments Off on 12th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale for St Gemma’s Hospice)

12th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale is coming up and it’s one of the largest displays of Art in the region! Rapidly becoming a staple calendar event for all those who appreciate art, the Leeds Annual Art Exhibition and Sale is fast approaching and it’s not one to miss. Whether you are an avid art fan or just …
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