Burley Model Allotments, which are situated just off Beechwood Crescent, have recently benefited from a Community Development Foundation grant. More on this to be reported soon, however if you are unaware of Burley Model Allotments, read on for an overview. About Burley Model Allotments Burley Model Allotments is a large self-managed society run by volunteers. There …
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Burley Model Allotments Secures New Grant
November 28th, 2014 | Posted by in Our Community - (Comments Off on Burley Model Allotments Secures New Grant)Kirkstall Matters Issue 117 Published!
October 28th, 2014 | Posted by in Kirkstall Matters - (Comments Off on Kirkstall Matters Issue 117 Published!)Its that time of year again, and I am pleased to announce that the last issue of Kirkstall Matters for 2014 is now available for download. This issue you can read about the exciting new redevelopment that is going to take place in Kirkstall over the coming months and one project that is not going …
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Halloween Films Screened at Kirkstall Abbey – this weekend
October 28th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Kirkstall Abbey - (Comments Off on Halloween Films Screened at Kirkstall Abbey – this weekend)Outdoor cinema specialists Sneaky Experience are set to screen movies such as The Exorcist and The Blair Witch Project inside our Abbey ruins from Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd November. The movies will be shown alongside horror storytelling, alarming actors and evening ghost-tours. There will also be something for the children, with screenings planned …
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Canal Towpath Closures
October 27th, 2014 | Posted by in Local Issues - (Comments Off on Canal Towpath Closures)Thanks to Newlay and Whitecote Residents Association NAWRA for alerting us to the new dates for the towpath upgrade from Kirkstall to Shipley. This work was originally planned for earlier this year. The new dates are: Diversions will be put in place for all the affected routes. Please see below the programme of works: Bridge …
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Join the new Friends of Becketts Park group
October 12th, 2014 | Posted by in History | Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Join the new Friends of Becketts Park group)Becketts Park is the largest green space serving the Headingley area and is well used for leisure, sport and play and also for parking for various events. There have been many concerns and suggestions for improvements regarding Becketts Park over the last few years. When visiting other parks in the area we see that they …
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Allotments immediately available!
October 12th, 2014 | Posted by in Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Allotments immediately available!)The Station Allotments currently have a number of plots available to let out and no waiting list. We are located next to Headingley Train Station with another entrance on Queenswood Drive. It’s a great time to take a plot on to get it ready for growing and eating next year. No prior experience needed but …
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A celebration of Irish Music & Arts – Across Leeds & The Bridge @ Kirkstall
October 4th, 2014 | Posted by in Events - (Comments Off on A celebration of Irish Music & Arts – Across Leeds & The Bridge @ Kirkstall)A celebration of Irish arts and culture kicks off in Leeds from the 10th of November to the 29th of November 2014. Dozens of events including music sessions, literary events, film and educational events are to take place at venues across Leeds, bringing some of Ireland’s finest artists to the city. “The thinking behind the Leeds Gathering is …
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Burley Top Cake sale for Macmillan
October 1st, 2014 | Posted by in Charity | Events | Our Community - (Comments Off on Burley Top Cake sale for Macmillan)Neighbours from the Burley Top Community are busy baking for our Macmillan cake sale on Saturday 4th October. From 1pm onwards we’ll be setting up our stall at the junction of St Michael’s Lane and Talbot View. All proceeds will support the work of Macmillan nurses. Why not come along and sample some of our …
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Consultation on Kirkstall Road/Lane crossroads
September 18th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Local Issues | Our Community - (1 Comments)The Council wants to make some improvements to the appearance of the Kirkstall Lane and Kirkstall Road / Abbey Road Junction and wants to hear your views. There will be a consultation event on Wednesday, September 24th 3pm-7pm at Kirkstall Leisure Centre. Proposals that they want to hear your views on include: · External improvements to …
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Make a difference – adoption and fostering sessions
September 18th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Our Community | Schools/Kids - (Comments Off on Make a difference – adoption and fostering sessions)If you’re interested in finding out more about fostering or adoption but don’t have the time to attend evening information sessions then this could be right up your street – almost literally! We are using one of our Library buses to provide some information road shows in local communities about fostering and adoption. The first …
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Culture Night at The Bridge
September 11th, 2014 | Posted by in Events - (Comments Off on Culture Night at The Bridge) On Friday 19th September The Bridge in Kirkstall is hosting Culture Night, a traditional Irish music community evening hosted by Irish Arts Foundation. Friday, 19 September 2014, 5.30pm-7.15pm approx. The Bridge inn Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3BW More about Culture Night: Culture Night is an annual all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity and the arts. This …
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Free Guided tours of Kirkstall Abbey 14-15 September
September 11th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Kirkstall Abbey - (Comments Off on Free Guided tours of Kirkstall Abbey 14-15 September)A special programme of free events and activities are set to be held in a number of Leeds Museums and Galleries’ sites this month as part of the national cultural initiative Heritage Open Days. Our own Kirkstall Abbey is also taking part, with free guided tours available 14 September 2013 – 15 September 2013, 11:30am – …
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