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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.
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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MULLED FINE Ingredients: 35 ml Hennessy Fine Cognac 15 ml Cinnamon Syrup 10 ml Honey Syrup 25 ml Red Wine 15 ml Cointreau
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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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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, whereas cyclamen, hippeastrum, hyacinths and The winter frosts have now appeared, taking daffodils like the light and slightly cooler areas. off the remaining few flowers in your perennial borders. This means it is time to tidy up, and When it is too cold to venture out, start to look cut back all the dead foliage. Then finish off any at your seed and shrub catalogues to decide on winter digging, and mulching any half-hardy your next year’s planting schemes. Then if you are considering any landscaping changes, stand in plants in the process. the window with a pencil and paper. It is easier As you will not be requiring your garden tools for to visualise your thoughts with all the ground bare a while, give them a good clean, sharpening and and trees without leaves. oiling as appropriate. Gravel, pebble and slate paths will benefit from a rake over, and topping up Finally, check your dahlias, chrysanthemums and any other plants or bulbs in store, taking action if to keep them safe and in good condition. any are showing signs of rot or deterioration. The fruit trees in your garden will benefit from grease bands being fitted to their trunks, then all The HAGA Trading Hut reopens late January. having an all winter wash to kill any over wintering Featherbank Lane, Horsforth LS18 4NW. www.haga.btck.co.uk eggs and pests.
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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)
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Councillors Comments: Moortown We are delighted that work has now begun to improve Queenshill Approach. A number of residents had contacted us about the state of the pavement and carriageway, and we spoke with Leeds City Council Highways to ask them to look into the issues. Following our contact, Highways have agreed to carry out a series of improvements. The re-kerbing and resurfacing of the pavement and carriageway (between Queenshill Avenue and Stonegate Road) began on 8th December and is likely to take five weeks to complete, with a break during the Christmas and New Year period. All affected residents should have
received letters with the details. We hope residents are as happy as we are that Queenshill Approach will be improved which will make it safer for pedestrians and motorists, whilst also improving the appearance of the area. If anyone has any queries they can contact Highways on 0113 222 4407 or by emailing highways@leeds.gov.uk. We hope everyone has a great New Year and we look forward to continuing to work with the people of Moortown during 2015. *** If you have any questions or concerns that you would like our help with then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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Councillors Comments: Councillors Comments: Chapel Allerton alwoodley The city is moving - it always is The long, slow process of identifying sites for housing in Leeds creeps on. The largest subject facing the Council over the next fifteen years is where 40,000 new houses and/or flats will go. The last time I saw the maps, there were no significant development areas in Alwoodley and this latest expansion of an ever-expanding city will probably be to the east of our area. You can imagine the constant exchange of views between commercial developers, some of whom see Roundhay Park as an undeveloped building site and the council – both officers and councillors – who see previously used land as the best place to build houses without concreting over any more fields. When I came to live in Leeds 17 in the 1960s I met an elderly gentleman who had been brought up in ‘Allerdley’ before the First World War. He said that in those days he knew, personally, everyone who lived between the Queen’s Arms at Chapel Allerton and Harewood House – there were probably about 200 of them. The moral is that the city has been moving north for 300 years and it isn’t going to stop at its present limits for ever. I know politicians are supposed to write about their successes and in other places we will. However, there are some 2014 failures to report. We have failed to persuade the owners of the Tesco site to straighten the signs outside the store. We have failed to persuade more parents to walk their children to school. And if anyone can tell me how we stop drivers turning right from Wigton Lane up toward Harewood I will guarantee a knighthood. Cllr Peter Harrand 2nd Floor, Civic Hall - 0113 3951741
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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
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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
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PLANET OF THE VAPES Thousands of smokers will, once again, gear up to kick the habit as this year passes into the next. Some will succeed and some will fail. The story is a long running one but the developing e-cigarette market has seen a massive increase in the number of people who change their habit by stopping smoking and starting ‘vaping’. If you’re a smoker, with a little help, this could be the year you finally quit! Over four million people in the UK are now using e-cigarettes. Vaping offers an alternative to smoking but e-cigarettes are not an official stop smoking aid. They do however offer a multitude of benefits for people who are looking to give up tobacco products. "Nicotine itself is not a particularly hazardous drug," says Professor John Britton, who leads the tobacco advisory group for the Royal College of Physicians. "It's something on a par with the effects you get from caffeine. If all the smokers in Britain stopped smoking cigarettes and started smoking electronic cigarettes we would save many lives. It's a massive potential public health prize”. The benefit of vaping is that e-cigarettes do not include the cancer-causing chemicals, tar or carcinogens found in cigarettes. Also, you can still vape in most places as it is not covered by the smoking ban. You won’t have that unpleasant lingering smell that smoking produces either. It’s certainly more socially acceptable to vape than to smoke, for now anyway. A plethora of flavoured vapors such as fruit, mint, candy, parmaviolet, rhubarb & custard and bubblegum
are available, as well as tobacco flavoured e-liquids for those that still want the taste of a standard cigarette. Starter Kits are reasonably priced and the average smoker will save a small fortune over the year by switching to vaping. If you do decide to join the millions who already have and give vaping a go, make sure you buy a reputable product. A user cannot be sure of the dosage within an unregulated e-cigarette, meaning they could be inhaling stronger amounts than they were used to as a smoker. Also, they will not be aware of the additives used in the e-liquid so it’s always best to check that the product is made or tested in the UK. The best advice will come from an independent retailer who focuses solely on the supply of e-cigarettes. You will find knowledgeable and helpful staff who will advise about the correct equipment and refills and you will often be able to try before you buy. With some statisticians claiming vaping is 95% safer than traditional methods of getting a nicotine fix, why not give it a go and see if you can give up tobacco for good this year? For more information call into your local independent retailer or visit: www.ecita.org.uk (Electronic Cigarette Industry Association) www.eccauk.org (Electronic Cigarette Consumer Association)
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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."
LEEDS’ SEEDS STOCKPILE 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."
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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!
26 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
28 Covered Motoring
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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LEARN NEW SKILLS ALL YEAR ROUND WITH LEEDS CITY COLLEGE! From January 2015, we are offering a wide range of part time courses for adults across the City at our main campuses and smaller community sites including Meanwood Centre. Whether you want to up-skill to find employment or achieve a promotion or just want to enjoy your leisure time by taking up a new hobby – then we’ve got a course for you! Meanwood Centre is offering courses in Business & Administration, Childcare, Computing, Hair & Beauty as well as a number of “Just
for Fun” Community leisure courses including Cake Decoration, Local History, Painting & Drawing and Spanish plus many more. We are also now taking applications for our Access to HE and Higher Education courses starting from Sept 2015.
Please see our website for details www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk. You can find out more about part time courses and how to apply or enrol, by going online at www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk, or by contacting us directly on 0113 386 1997 courses@leedscitycollege.ac.uk.
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NEWS FROM ALWOODLEY PARISH COUNCIL The comments from the survey sent out last spring have now been separated into those items which the Parish Council may be able to deal with and those which can be included in the Neighbourhood Plan. Members of the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group brought the draft plan they have been working on to the December meeting of the Parish Council and we discussed the content in depth with them. Neighbourhood Plans need to be worded positively, follow strict guidelines and fulfil many
criteria and it is important that ours is as well drafted and worded as possible before moving on to the next stage. It was a long meeting but interesting and productive and the members of the Parish Council would like to thank the Steering Group for producing such an impressive piece of work. Over the last year or so West Yorkshire Police has gone through many changes, some of which have resulted in boundary changes. Some boundaries have been extended and some have been removed. West Yorkshire Police is working more closely with many more Community Partnerships including the Wetherby Crime Panel (which covers Alwoodley, amongst other areas.) In view of these changes it was felt that the Crime Panel name should also
be changed to bring it more into line with other Partnerships. So Wetherby Crime Panel is now called "The Crime Prevention Panel - Outer North East Leeds". Obviously this is a longer name than before, but it reflects the area we come under with Leeds City Council. The Panel attends many events in the community and is looking for more volunteers to assist with their crime prevention work. If you are interested in becoming involved please contact the.clerk@ alwoodleyparishcouncil.org tel: 075 320 11269 or lyn.buckley@ alwoodleyparishcouncil.org or write to us at Alwoodley Parish Council, 60 The Avenue, Leeds LS17 7NZ Your Parish Councillors www.alwoodleyparishcouncil.org
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”.
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. 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.
Have a healthy start to the New Year!
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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
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. All you need to do is visit www. st-gemma.co.uk/treecollection, make a donation and tell them
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
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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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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OAKWOOD FARMERS MARKET
Around the Oakwood Clock (junction of Oakwood Lane/Roundhay Road/ Princes Avenue/Wetherby Road) 3rd Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com
OTLEY FARMERS MARKET
Market Square, Otley, LS21 3AQ Last Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
SKIPTON FARMERS MARKET
Skipton Canal Basin, BD23 1st Sunday of every month 9am-2.30pm www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
Food, Drink & Farmers Markets 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
Sports, Health & Wellbeing ALWOODLEY CHESS CLUB
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley LS17 7NZ Every Weds evening 7pm in the council room. New members welcome. Enquiries: pagelder@hotmail.co.uk 0113 269 7111
ALWOODLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BADMINTON CLUB
A friendly group who welcome all abilities for Badminton and Social events Mondays from 9.30pm and Wednesdays from 8.30pm. Contact Vicky 07561292699, Phil 0113 2689996 or email acabc@gmx.co.uk. Info www.alwoodleycommunityassociation.co.uk
ALWOODLEY TENNIS CLUB
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley LS17 7NZ Mini & junior tennis coaching available from ages 4 to 16 in small groups in a friendly family atmosphere. All standards welcome. Enquiries: Diane on 0113 267 5252 or 0771 258 4387
AQUA AEROBICS
Holt Park Leisure Centre. £2 per session includes transport from Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank, Leeds LS17 5JD at 6pm. Call 0113 2689993 to register
CHAPEL ALLERTON RUNNING CLUB
Gledhow Sports and Social Club, Gledhow Lane LS8 1NQ Meeting Wednesdays at 6.30pm, speed training on Mon 6.30pm. www.chapelallertonrunners.ning.com
DIABETES UK SUPPORT GROUP
St Margaret’s Primary, Town Street, LS18 5BL 1st Saturday of every month 9am-12.30pm www.horsforthfarmersmarket.co.uk
Meets on the 1st Monday of the month, except Bank Holidays when it is the 2nd,at the West Yorkshire Playhouse from 7.00 to 9.00p.m. Open to both Type 1 and 2 and parents/carers. Ring 07840686618 for more details.
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Kirkstall Abbey, LS5 3EH Last Saturday of every month, 12pm-3pm
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
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. Beginners/ Intermediates/ Advanced. Wheelchair fencing available. www.leedsfencing.co.uk /email: info@ leedsfencing.co.uk / club secretary Karen Garvie 0113 2742262 or Kirkstall Leisure Centre 0113 3782086
LEEDS ROWING CLUB
Saturday and Sunday mornings Waterloo Lake, Roundhay Park
LEEDS TAI CHI ACADEMY BEGINNERS CLASS
Chapel Allerton Primary School, LS7 3PD Mondays 7pm. Enquiries: 07581 217074 milarepason@hotmail.co.uk www.leedstaichiacademy.org
Leeds Healing Centre
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 11am- 2.30pm. Donations appreciated. www.leedshealingcentre.org tel. 07985 121810.
Moor Allerton Crown Green Bowls Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp. Fire Station) League bowlers and newcomers welcome. Karen Newell 0113 2682995 or Stan Charmak 0113 2680438
Moor Allerton Snooker Club
Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp. Fire Station) Snooker players for social and league play welcome. 2 tables & bar open every evening. Contact John Stancliffe 0113 2949327 for details.
New Players Wanted
The Friday Night Football Club A veteran's club playing mildly competitive social football on the new 3G pitch at Carnegie, Headingley. Players range in age from mid-20s to mid-60s and abilities from fair to middling. Enquiries: adam.john.lowe@ntlworld.com
Natural Healing Centre
Healing offered every Thursday by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. 7pm - 8.30pm at The Friend's Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2BW. Donations appreciated. www.leedshealingcentre.org tel. 07949 972690
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NEUROLOGY PEER SUPPORT GROUP
For those with a Neurological condition and their carers. Support through chat, gentle exercises, arts and crafts. Moortown Baptist Church, King Lane, LS17. 1St Thursday of the month 2.15 -3.15. £2 per person.
NORTH LEEDS BOWLING CLUB
Run Leeds @ Alwoodley
Old Leodensians Rugby Club (off King Lane) LS17 5PR Tuesdays 6pm.1st session free. Additional Tuesday group at 7pm, for intermediate runners - around 35mins or under for 5k. Enquiries: Kathy@valleystriders.org.uk
Old Park Road LS8 1JX. Crown Green bowling green, on the edge of Soldiers Field, next to the cricket club. Come and enjoy an outdoor sport for all ages in a beautiful setting. Experienced players and those new to the game are all welcome. Playing members £35 per year, social members £10 per year. Contact Trevor on 0113 2671071/ trevmar32@aol.co.uk or Frances on 0113 2690978 francesdada6@ gmail.com
Roundhay Runners
NORTH LEEDS LEOPARDS JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB
For people over 65 every Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm, at the Methodist Centre (Town Street, LS7 4NB).
Looking for new recruits between the ages 5 - 15 to train and play rugby league at Far Moss Sports Ground, Moss Valley, Leeds, LS17 7NT. All abilities welcome. CONTACT: Club Secretary on 07813 561090 or go to our website: www.pitchero.com/clubs/ northleedsleopardsjuniorrlfc
Thursday evenings 19.00 Sociable running club in Roundhay. New members welcome . Meet at Tennis club, Shaftesbury Avenue. www.roundhayrunners.co.uk
Scott Hall Badminton Club
Scott Hall Leisure Centre, LS7 3DT (corner Scott Hall Rd & Potternewton Lane) Mondays from 8pm -10pm
Tai Chi
WHITE ROSE CANOE CLUB
Tuesday evenings 18.30 Waterloo Lake, Roundhay Park
YOGA.
Mondays 6-7 pm @ Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank, Leeds LS17 5JD Tel. 0113 2689993. £1 per session. Call to register
NORTH EAST LEEDS FC
Based in Chapel Allerton & Moortown FA Charter Standard Development Football Club. Coaches FA qualified, CRB checked, First Aid & Safeguarding Children cert’s. 14 teams from under 8s- under 15s + 2 ‘open age’ teams. Enquiries: Steve Waide 07824 661329 or northeastleedsfc@hotmail.co.uk / www.nelfc.co.uk
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 selfhelp 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
POST NATAL YOGA
The Yoga Space, 378 Meanwood Rd, LS7 2JF Wednesdays 11am – 12pm. Yoga postures & movements, breathing & short flow sequences for all whose babies are 6- 16 weeks old. Babies welcome! Enquiries: 0113 2888667 or www.theyogaspace.co.uk
ROUNDHAY PARKRUN
Saturday mornings. Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00. Start on Carriage Drive near the Mansion. Roundhay Junior Parkrun Sunday mornings Warm up 08.45 Run Starts 09.00 By the cricket pavilion
GREEN FINGERS ALWOODLEY IN BLOOM
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Leeds LS17 7NZ Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.45pm. We would love you to come and join us for Alwoodley in Bloom – no heavy work involved. Enquiries: Audrey 0113 2676697
FRIENDS OF ALLERTON GRANGE FIELDS
A friendly association of volunteers working to maintain and enhance the six acre Allerton Grange Fields off Talbot Avenue in Moortown. Enquiries: foagf@outlook. com phone or text 0759 0510499. Visit our website www.friendsallertongrange.org or Find Us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/ friendsofallertongrangefields
FRIENDS OF WIGTON MOOR
We are a friendly group of volunteers. We meet monthly at Wigton Moor UR church hall on High Ash Drive. We have a varied programme of activity days. We will be working in Wigton Moor Woods on Sunday 11th January from 10am until 12 midday, helped by Steve Joul, Senior Countryside Ranger. Meet at the co-op car park at 10am, all helpers welcome. Contact us on 07530040349 Anne or 07943277867 also find us on Facebook
HEADINGLEY FLOWER CLUB
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BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH
Sunday 25th January 2015 10:00 – 12:00 Take part in the national survey. Learn to identify garden birds and how to make your garden more bird and wildlife friendly! Meeting Place : Workshop Marquee, Outside Tropical World
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
CHRISTMAS CAROL SINGING IN ALWOODLEY
Members of churches in Moor Allerton and Shadwell come together at the Moor Allerton Centre Sainsburys to sing to raise money for St George’s Crypt for the Homeless, St Anne’s Shelter and Caring For Life on Tuesday 23rd December from 6 – 8pm.
Meets 1st Friday of the month 7.30pm at St Chad's Parish Hall. Enquiries: Mrs Young 0113 2679445
LEEDS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
First Tues each month at St Chad’s Centre, Otley Rd LS16 5JT at 8pm. We have 10 events each year. Friendly evenings with refreshments 50p raffle and white elephant stall. Membership £12 single pa and £18 double pa. Includes all events evenings and free admission to Leeds Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show held at The Grammar School at Leeds LS17 - phone Pat 0113 2250030 or www.leedshs.org.uk
SHADWELL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Shadwell Methodist Church, Main Street. We are a friendly gardening club for all abilities – membership includes meetings, newsletters, free entry to our traditional Flower Show, members shop and access to gardening advice and new friends. New members welcome £10 single, £16 dual. Give me a call – Susan: 0113 2738821
SLAID HILL IN BLOOM
All welcome to join our friendly group no experience necessary. Find out more at www.slaidhillinbloom.org or contact Geoff or Margaret on 0113 2689661
THE YORKSHIRE FLOWER CLUB
Almscliffe Village Hall, Huby LS17 6EG Wednesday, 28th January 2 pm. Demonstrator: Rachel Poole Visitors £5. Enquiries: 0113 267 1886
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ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES ALWOODLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, The Avenue, Alwoodley, Leeds, LS17 7NZ. Enquiries: 0113 2671331
ALWOODLEY TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD
4th Monday of the month 7.15pm at the ACA The Avenue, LS17 7LT. Variety of Speakers, Outings, Theatre, Coffee mornings. Friendly group, New members/ visitors always welcome. Enquiries Pat (0113) 2250030
BARDSEY DEBATING AND LITERARY SOCIETY (EST 1937)
Bardsey Village Hall, Woodacre Lane LS17 9DG Fortnightly meetings held Tues 7.30pm, ladies and gentleman are invited to join this extremely friendly society. Varied programme and social events Enquiries: 0113 286 2581 or 01937 573061
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
CARA (BRINGING CHAPEL ALLERTON TOGETHER)
Non-profit social community group running free events throughout the year and raising funds for local causes. Members with discounts in local shops, restaurants and clubs. www.lovechapelallerton.com
C.A.S.A. (CHAPEL ALLERTON SENIORS’ ASSOCIATION)
Over 60's are invited to DROP IN at The Methodist Centre, Town Street on Wednesdays between 2.00-4.00 p.m. Chat and enjoy a cuppa, play dominoes or cards, do your knitting. Bookstall. No charge.
C.A.T.S. CHAPEL ALLERTON TOWN STREET LUNCH CLUB (for older people.)
The Methodist Centre, Town Street. LS7 4NB. Tuesdays 12:15pm-1:45pm £4 Enquiries: Vivienne 0113 268 2513 or Jenny 0113 266 1502.
CHAPEL ALLERTON ALLIANCE FOR GREEN SOCIALISM
Chapel Allerton School, 21 Harrogate Road, LS7 3PD. 1st Tuesday each month (except school holidays) 7.30pm. Speakers, political discussion, campaigning. Enquiries: Mike 07811 384888
CHAPEL ALLERTON BRANCH LABOUR PARTY Technorth, Harrogate Road, at 7.15pm Meets the second Tuesday of the month (except August & December). Political discussion and campaigning on local issues. For further information contact Dave on 0113 262 4318
CHAPEL ALLERTON GOOD NEIGHBOURS (CAGN, Chapel Allerton)
Chapel Allerton runs a dementia friendly café at Inkwell on Potternewton Lane, offering Singing for the Brain and Arts and Crafts, great for cards with a homemade touch! We also have a social group and Tai Chi. To find out more please contact Katty on 0113 887 3595.We have a wide range of volunteering roles available. Please get in touch and make a real difference to older people in your community.
CHAPEL ALLERTON KNITTING GROUP
Chapel Allerton Library. 106 Harrogate Road LS7 4LZ. First and third Tuesday of the month, 1pm-3pm. Come and join us for an afternoon of knitting fun! Enquiries: 0113 214 5812
CHAPEL PIE WI
Chapel Allerton Tennis Club, Wensley Avenue, off Stainbeck Lane LS7 3QX Visitors to WI are welcome for just £3, full annual membership is £33 More info: chapelpiewi@gmail.com or www. chapelpiewi.com or find us on Facebook at Chapel Pie WI
COMMUNITY CAFÉ
Stainbeck Utd Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Thursdays 11-2pm. Advice & Support, WiFi, books followed by Craft Club at 2-4pm www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
CHAPELTOWN CHILDRENS CENTRE, LS7 4AW
Health & employment advice, computers, English classes, mental wellbeing support. Enquiries: Tayyibah 07929 465730 or Narinder 07956 464226 email: hello@ dostileeds.org.uk / www.dostileeds.org.uk
DOSTI (FRIENDSHIP) ASIAN WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUPS.
Carr Manor Childrens Centre, LS17 5DJ SANGAT Group Mon 1 -3.30pm / KHUSHI Group Weds 10-1.30pm
FREEMASONS OF WHARFEDALE
The Masonic Year starts in September. Freemasons support local charities from local and national funds. We welcome enquiries for membership from all men over 21 (Ladies have their own organisation). So if you would like to know
more about helping others in need and perhaps wish to know more about a local lodge please e-mail beaudare@msn.com or visit www.wrprovince.net information. Meetings take place in many areas. There is one near you.
GRANDPARENTS DROP-IN
Chapeltown Children’s Centre, 62 Leopold Street, LS7 4AW Tuesdays 12-2pm. Meet other grandparents living in Chapeltown, relax, chat & take part in activities such as sewing, cooking & walks in the park Enquiries: Diane 07891 274100
JOB CLUB
Help with CVs, applications, job search etc in a friendly environment with people who really want to help you. Six week programme. Fridays 12 to 3 pm at Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank, Leeds LS17 5JD. Call 2689993 to register
KALEIDOSCOPE
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 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 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 Elmete Probus Club
Leeds Seventeen, 17 Nursery Lane, Leeds LS17 7ED Meet the last Tuesday of each month for lunch. Social activities for retired men from professional/business backgrounds. Guest speakers, ad hoc outings etc. Members from all over North Leeds. Enquiries: 0113 2301559
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Leeds Junior Chess Club
Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Sundays 5.30– 7.30pm. Coaching for juniors, fun events & competitive. Enquiries: John Hipshon 07772 780337 jr.hipshon@ntlworld.com www.leedsjuniorchess.org.uk
Leeds IVC Social Events Club
Meals, pub nights, theatre/film/music, walks, badminton, book group, weekends away, holidays & more. Mainly over 30s. Monthly new members’ night in North Leeds. Details www.leedsivc.org.uk
Leeds Magical Association
Church Hall of St Johns C of E Church, Harrogate Rd, LS17 7BZ. Local magic society meeting twice a month. Busy and varied programme. New members welcome. Enquiries: leedsmagicalassociation@gmail.com www.leedsmagic.co.uk
Leeds Probus Club
For retired professional/businessmen, meets 2nd Thursday, 10.30am – 12 noon at St. Matthew’s Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane, LS7 for social gatherings with speakers. Details 0113 266 2310
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 wildliferich places in the North of England, as well as local bird walks in spring. Our events are open to all. For more details check out our website at www.rspb.org.uk/groups/leeds or e-mail rspbleeds@googlemail.com.
Lunch Club
Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Monday & Wednesday 11-1.30pm. Friendship & exercise. Transport provided. Volunteers welcome. £4.50 inc meal. Enquiries: Avril 0113 2935847 or Angela 0113 2253766 www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
MEANWOOD ELDERS NEIGHBOURHOOD ACTION (MENA, Meanwood)
The service offers gentle exercise, a community cafe, and a knit and sew group at Meanwood Community Centre. Two new services, a walking group and a poetry club, have also recently been launched. For more information please contact Sarah and Gina on 0113 887 3596. We have a wide range of volunteering roles available. Please get in touch and make a real difference to older people in your community.
Moortown Community Group
Volunteers working on behalf of residents to maintain and enhance the local environment, including the proposed Moortown Park. New members welcome. Contact details : 0113 2695107, moortowncommunitygroup@hotmail.co.uk, www.moortowncommunitygroup.co.uk and on facebook
North Leeds Friendship Centre
Friendly group for retired or over 50's Social afternoon with speaker 2nd Friday of each month New members welcome, Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre Stonegate Road LS17 6EL Details K. Haigh 0113 2169861
Northcall Over 55’s Club
53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Wednesdays 1pm-3pm. Fun activities, quizzes, games, trips out, various speakers. Nosh @ Northcall - Community Cafe Internet facilities available. Open 9 am to 2 pm Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri. Enquiries:0113 2689993
ROOM HIRE CHAPEL ALLERTON METHODIST CENTRE, TOWN ST LS7 4NB No smoking or alcohol permitted. Enquiries: Rita 0113 2687777
ROUNDHAY W I
We always look forward to making visitors and prospective new members welcome. For further details please contact Hilary on 0113 2665648.
ROUNDHAY TEA AND CHAT CLUB
Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close LS8 1BF. Tuesdays 1.30p. Social group for over 65s. Great company, speakers, Extend exercise (optional) trips and theatre visits. Enquiries o113 2696632, 0113 8873595
Tuesday Evenings. All abilities welcome – learn a new skill. Relaxed atmosphere great fun! Enquiries: Ben Williams 0113 2438328
STAINBECK COMMUNITY HALL, 162 Stainbeck Lane LS7 2EA
Weekday availability for classes, adult education, pre-school or community groups. Full disabled access. Room hire. Open 8.30-10pm and 8.30-9pm on Sunday. Enquiries: 0113 393 0922
STAINBECK COMMUNITY CAFE
Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Every 4th Saturday 10.30am – noon. Cake stall, Books, Fairtrade stall, Coffee & Chat. All welcome. www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk
ST BARNABAS CHURCH HALL,
The View, Alwoodley LS17 7NA Every third Wednesday of the month 10.30 - 12.00 Coffee Drop In 10.30 -12.30 Busy Bs. Good company, conversation, various activities and a warm welcome! 12.30-1.30 Church lunch of soup, bread and cheese and deserts. Enquiries: 0113 2682591 or 0113 2268269
The Yorkshire Far East Veterans Group
18 – 30’s Club, meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday 6.45 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, All welcome. Details: tony_cleminson@ hotmail.com
New Headingley Club, St Michaels Road, Headingley, LS6 3BG Meet 2nd Tuesday of each month. 12.30pm for 1pm start. 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
ROTARY CLUB OF LEEDS
U3A Leeds
ROYAL ARTILLERY ASSOCIATION
Volunteer at MAECare
ROTARACT
Every Friday lunchtime 12 for 12:30 till 2 pm at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Lower Briggate, Leeds, all welcome, details: www.leeds.rotary1040.org 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
SEWING
Customise your clothes and put new life into them. Every Monday 1-3 pm @ Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank, Leeds LS17 5JD. Call 0113 2689993 to register
SIGN GYM SESSIONS FOR CONVERSATIONAL SIGN LANGUAGE
Leeds Society for Deaf & Blind People Centenary House, North Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 8JS
A vibrant organisation for anyone no longer in full time work. Over 20 special interest groups & fortnightly talks. Enquiries: 07552 448834 or www.u3aleeds.org.uk Would you like to…Meet new people? Learn new skills? Help reduce loneliness? Improve the health and well-being of older people? Make a genuine difference? Then come and help us! To find out more about becoming a volunteer for Moor Allerton Elderly Care, please contact 0113 266 0371
WIGTON MOOR FRIENDSHIP GUILD
Wigton Moor U.R. Church on High Ash Drive Leeds 17 A small friendly group, meet 3rd Wednesday of each month, 2pm (except August). Speakers, slide shows, power point presentations and two outings per year; in July and December, with free transport. Come along and try us out for £2. including tea/coffee and biscuits. For further information telephone 2680815 (Maureen) or 2943370 (Alan).
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FAMILIES & CHILDREN Baby & Toddler Group - Alwoodley Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Weds 9.30-11.15am term time only, All babies, toddlers and carers welcome. £1.50 / session
Baby & Toddler Group – Chapel Allerton
St Matthew's Church Hall, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton. LS7 3QF Term time Tuesdays, 9.30-11am £2 per family/carer, inc. refreshments. Lots of toys & activities. Mums, Dads & carers welcome.
Baby & Toddler Group – Wigton Moor
Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thurs term time, 9.30-11am. All babies, toddlers & their carers welcome. £1.50/ session.
Boys’ Contemporary / Creative Dance
NSCD, 98 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 4BH For boys who want to have fun, develop confidence & channel energy! Ages 7-11 yrs. 9.30-11am & 11.15-12.45pm Saturdays. Enquiries: 0113 219 3000
St John Vianney Baby & Toddler Group
Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart of Mary, 294 Harrogate Road LS17 6LE Tuesday’s during term time 1.30-3pm. £2 per family inc. refreshments. Just drop by, every body welcome. Enquiries: saintraegan@ yahoo.co.uk
St Stephen’s Playschool
St Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Rd, Moortown LS17 5PX. Thursday and Friday mornings: 9.30-11.30am. All children aged 2+ welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2687 407 or 07906 735985
Teddy Praise, Baby & Toddler Group St Matthews Church, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF. Weds mornings 10:3011:30. A warm & welcoming environment for parents/carers & children. £1 includes refreshments. Everyone welcome for songs, story-time and craft activities
Wigton Moor Children’s Club
Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thursday nights at the J Club for 4-7 year olds 5.15 - 6.15pm; J Club for 7-11s 6.307.30; XCite for 11-16s 7.30 - 9pm
rehearsals Tuesdays 7.45. Junior Violin Group, suitable for children of all ages, meet every Thurs at 5pm, contact 07546 459 409, email leeds.violin@gmail.com
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 in Woodhouse Square, Leeds. http://www. leedspeopleschoir.org.uk.
Leeds Marquetry Group
Polish Catholic Centre, Newton Hill Rd LS7 4JE. Wednesdays 7pm www.leedsmarquetry.org.uk
Leeds Movie Makers
Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Fridays 7.30pm. For anyone interested in film & video. Enquiries: 0113 2256444 or www.leedsmoviemakers.co.uk
Leeds Photographic Society
ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT
The oldest such society in the world would like to hear from you. Enquiries: Ian Wray, 07814 737499 Web: www.lps1852.co.uk Facebook: http://www. facebook.com/lps1852 Twitter: @lps1852
Loidis International Folk Dancing Group
St Stephens Church Hall, Cranmer Rd LS17 5PX Wednesdays 6.15pm-7.45pm 7 & 8 year old girls are invited to join Brownies for fun & adventure. Enquiries: Jill Fisher on 0113 2676365
Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Tuesday afternoons. Beginners welcome Enquiries: 0113 269 5512
Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, Stonegate Rd (opp. Fire Station) LS17 6EL Every Thursday evening 7:30 - 10pm. Admission of £3.50 includes refreshments. Enquiries: 01423 505006 0113 228 8636
Alwoodley Lace & Crafts
Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Fridays 2- 4pm. A variety of crafts are available to try. Come & have a cup of tea & a chat too. Enquiries: 0113 2676111
ROUNDHAY TEA AND CHAT CLUB
Girl Guides
Brownies
Interested in Girlguiding? Enquiries: Lynne Reid lynne.reid1@btinternet.com
Harehills Movement and Music Playgroup
Harehills Lane Baptist Church hall (access from Hilton Place), LS8 4HF. Parent run community playgroup invites you to join us on Tuesdays for music and parachute fun and Wednesdays for movement developmental play. 10-11.15am term time. £1 per family including refreshments. Everybody welcome. Enquiries: harehillsplaygroup@gmail.com
Alwoodley Bobbin Lacemaking Group
ALWOODLEY SINGERS
Looking for new members - all welcome. Ability to read music preferable but not essential. Rehearsals on Thursdays 8.00 – 10.00 at Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ. Phone Alan - 0113 2943370
Art Classes
53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Every Monday 3.30-4.30pm for 5-11yr olds. For more information ring. Tel 0113 2689993
Greenscapes Nursery, Brandon Crescent LS17 9JH Friendly group meets Wednesday pm or Friday am. Experienced, qualified tutor. All abilities welcome. Enquiries: 0113 2892922 or email ruth@rdorrington.freeserve.co.uk
Spanish Playgroup
LEEDS FOLK FIDDLE GROUP
Kiddies' Kitchen at Northcall
Holy Trinity Church Hall, Meanwood LS6 4NP Thursdays 10am-1pm, term time. For 0-5 year olds and their Spanishspeaking parents or carers. Informal and friendly environment. Enquiries: 07775 579927 or susanarichart@yahoo.co.uk
We are looking for new members in Leeds Folk Fiddle Group, violinists of all ages and abilities, varied repertoire, folk music of all kinds, new members welcome, rehearsals Thursday 7pm at LS2, Newly established Yorkshire Chamber Orchestra, new members welcome,
Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close LS8 1BF. Tuesdays 1.30p. Social group for over 65s. Great company, speakers, Extend exercise (optional) trips and theatre visits. Enquiries 0113 2696632, 0113 8873595
SEVEN UNPLUGGED.
Monthly acoustic music night at Seven Arts, 31a Harrogate Road. Every second Wednesday of the month at 8pm SEVEN UNPLUGGED features an evening of Acoustic music from all genres eg. Contemporary, singer songwriters, jazz,country,Americana, classical. Every month is different and only £5 on the door.find us on facebook@sevenunplugged
SINGING FOR THE BRAIN GROUP
Every other Monday. We sing songs from every era. From 11 to 12.30pm. £1. Come and sing along at the Inkwell Café (what used to be the Shoulder of Mutton), 31 Potternewton lane, LS7 3LW. Enquiries 0113 887 3597
STAINBECK ART CLUB
Methodist Community Centre, Town Street, Chapel Allerton, LS7 4NB. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month 1.45 – 4pm. New members, all abilities welcome. Practical and demonstrations, also painting and sketching days out. Enquiries: Pam McFetridge 0113 2684734
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THE LEEDS CALLIGRAPHY GUILD
St Andrew’s Shaftsbury Ave, Roundhay LS8 1DS Tuesday mornings. Learn the art of Calligraphy. Absolute beginners or those with a little knowledge. Enquiries: 0113 2696414.Or 07900 286358
PLACES OF WORSHIP ALWOODLEY PARK METHODIST
The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds LS17 7BX
CHAPEL ALLERTON METHODIST CHURCH
Town Street, LS7 4NB. www.chapelallertonmethodistchurch.org.uk
HOLY TRINITY MEANWOOD
Church Lane, LS6 4NP www.holytrinitymeanwood.org.uk
MOORTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH
204 King Lane, Leeds LS17 6AA Enquiries: 0113 2693750 or www.moortownbaptistchurch.org.uk
ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF www.stmatthewschapelallerton.org.uk
STAINBECK UNITED REFORMED CHURCH
Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP. http://stainbeck.urc.org.uk Wednesday 24th December at 11.30pm Midnight Communion Thursday 25th December at 10.00am Christmas Celebration Every week Sunday Worship at 10.45am Thursday Prayers at 7.30pm Community Cafe on Thursdays 11 am - 2pm
ST BARNABAS C of E CHURCH
The View, LS17 7NA. Tel: 0113 2654926. www.stbarnabasleeds.org.uk
ST. JOHN'S
Harrogate Road LS17 7BZ. www.stjohnsmoorallerton.org
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ST PAUL'S RC CHURCH
Buckstone Crescent LS17 5ES. stjohnvianney.org.uk
ST. STEPHEN'S
Cranmer Rd, Moortown, LS17 5PX
THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY RC CHURCH
294 Harrogate Road, LS17 6LE. Enquiries: 0113 2681373. www.stjohnvianneyleeds.org.uk. Church Hall bookings: bookings@queens-hall.org.uk
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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:01132739727,info@leedsandmoortown.org.uk, www. leedsandmoortown.org.uk
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46 News from the Suburbs
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
KIDS TAKE OVER AT HOME FARM A popular Leeds farm has been ‘taken over’ for a day by youngsters from two primary schools in the city. Pupils from Rawdon St Peter’s C of E Primary and Bramley St Peter’s C of E Primary were given the chance to take on a number of different roles at Home Farm, which located on the historic Temple Newsam estate, is home to over 400 sheep, cattle, pigs, poultry and goats. As part of the day which formed part of Leeds City Council’s takeover month, the children worked as secretaries in the farm’s busy office, assisted the gardening team in replacing summer bedding plants, and as Education Visitor Assistants (E.V.A’s), learned how to get to grips with some of the smaller animals. There was also an opportunity for the youngsters, who were all provided with a well-earned certificate by Leeds City Council’s Parks and Countryside team, to get a guided tour and put forward their ideas for the future use of one of the farm’s recently restored buildings.
Cllr Jack Dunn with youngsters who took part in the takeover day at Home Farm.
Councillor Jack Dunn, Leeds City Council’s lead member for cleaner, safer and stronger communities said: "We were delighted to welcome youngsters from two of our city’s primary schools to Home Farm as part of the council’s children takeover month. "It was fantastic to see them get stuck in and excel in a number of different roles at the farm, and we look forward to welcoming more schools to our sites in the future as
part of takeover month." Home Farm offers the opportunity to explore life on a real working farm and meet some extraordinary characters. Over 400 sheep, cattle, pigs, poultry and goats are at Temple Newsam, and there is also the chance to enjoy traditional crafts or take part in demonstrations such as butter making and blacksmithing! Winter opening hours (Tuesday – Sunday - The House: 10.30 - 16:00, The Farm: 10:00 16:00, Tea Rooms: 10.30 - 16:00.
Covered Classifieds Aerial & Satellite
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Blinds & Curtains
Dale Communications Ltd TV AERIAL, SATELLITE & COMMUNICATION SPECIALISTS Installations
• • • • • • • • • • • •
Repairs
Upgrades
Digital Aerials & Sky Installations & Repairs LCD, LED & Plasma Installations Extra TV/Sky Points Multi Point Systems Watch & Control Sky in Any Room Fully Insured and Qualified Engineers Locally Family Run Business with 25 Years’ Experience 7 Day service with Locally Employed Engineers FREE QUOTATIONS CCTV Installations – Domestic & Commercial 17th Edition Electrician 15% Discount with this advert
All popular blind styles for home and office Choose from hundreds of fabrics Spares, repairs and replacement louvres 5 minutes from Leeds City Centre
CALL YOUR LOCAL ENGINEER ON 0800 633 5311 / 07711 796985
Call us today on 0113 262 6660
(Engineers based in Alwoodley, Chapel Allerton & Moortown)
Website: www.dalecomm.co.uk Email: sales@dalecomm.co.uk
www.theblindfactoryleeds.co.uk Unit 28 Penraevons Industrial Estate, Jackson Road, Leeds LS7 2AW
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food & Drink Page 6
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48 Covered Classifieds Building & Joinery Services
Building & Joinery Services
Home Improvements
Alan Smith
Quality Tiling & Floors, Professional Painting & Decorating, Joinery, Door Hanging, Laminated Flooring, Fully Fitted Bathrooms Plus: ALL your other D.I.Y. Requirements. NEW!! Electrical Work Undertaken Qualified Electrician Certificates Issued
“Spotlessly Clean and Reliable”
Tel 0113 277 8797 or
07973 388071
allan@allan31.wanadoo.co.uk
COLIN NOLAN CARPENTRY & JOINERY SERVICES Tel: 0113 264 4956 Mob: 07710 779844 Fax: 0113 2644956
colin.nolan@hotmail.co.uk www.colinnolan.co.uk
Stephen
Murphy Joinery & Building Established Over 20 years
q Doors & Windows (wood & PVCu) q Kitchens q Fitted Furniture q Staircases & Skirting q Decking q Extensions q Loft Conversions & all other joinery work
07976 361738 smurphyjoinery@virginmedia.com Old Barn Close, Alwoodley Car Dealerships
Page
Ringways
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners
S S Joinery, Plumbing & Building Services For a high quality, reliable & professional service in all aspects of home, maintenance, renovations & building work.
Phone: Mob 07813 768047 0113 8081762/ 01904 700855 Over 20 Years Experience City & Guilds Tradesmen ● Free Estimates & Advice
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Kitchen/ Bathroom Loft Conversions Extensions Fencing & Decking Bedrooms/ storage
Windows & doors Gutters/ Fascias Wood Floors/ Joinery No Job Too Small All Trades Included
All Work Carried Out From Planning to Completion
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Carpet Cleaning
0800 97 007 53
Covered Classifieds Cleaning Services
Computers/IT Support
Household/Contract cleaning Domestic cleaning Full spring clean
Shopping Laundry Ironing
w: helpinghandscs.co.uk e: info@helpinghandscs.co.uk t: 07817 769 335 CRB checked and fully insured
Decorators
HOMEMAIDS CLEANING SERVICES LTD Ete 1999
Locally Based Reliable, Trustworthy Staff References Available
WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY, MONTHLY OR 1 OFF CLEANS VERY FLEXIBLE
A company small enough to care but large enough to cope Please call Helen on: 0113 2555307 or 07808 410294
NEW CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING! GET YOUR BUSINESS COVERED FROM JUST £29.99 + VAT PER MONTH! CALL: 0113 274 5639
PROFESSIONAL AND RELIABLE PLASTERING SERVICE All types of plastering work undertaken Re-skims Ceilings Plaster Boarding Fully Qualified and Insured Free Estimates
We pride ourselves on a reliable service. Check our Facebook page for customer reviews.
TELEPHONE MARK ON MOBILE: 07450 393862
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50 Covered Classifieds Decorators
Electrician
Page
Fletcher Electric
7
DAVID GUNBY ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL We Provide: Electrical Survey & Report on Installation - N.I.C.E.I.C Electrical - Inspection & Test - Electrical Installations Commercial & Domestic - Fire Alarm Installation & Maintenance - Emergency Lighting Installation & Maintenance - Part P. Testing & Documentation - Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T) - Full / Part Rewires - Additional Sockets - Replacement Consumer Units
NO JOB TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED FOR 5 YEARS PLEASE TELEPHONE FOR FREE ADVICE Phoenix House 33 Talbot Avenue, Roundhay LS8 1AQ
Tel/Fax: 0113 2682556 Mob: 07885 242055 email: david-gunby@fsmail.net
Email info@kbdecorators.co.uk Web www.kbdecorators.com
Roberts Decorators 07977 488718 0113 212 0178
Interiors & Exteriors - Insurance Work No Job too Big or Small Fully Guaranteed - Competitive Prices
Tel 07967 746315 0113 2681303 07759 204505 Alwoodley-based
Education
Page
Holy Rosary & St Anne’s
37
Leeds City College
30
Roundhay School
39
Electrical and PAT Testing. Full or Part Rewires, All Electrical Repairs, Extra Circuits, Consumer Unit Upgrades, Electrical Installation Certificates, Lighting/ Security Lighting, Kitchen & Bathroom Electrics including Electric Shower Installation. All work guaranteed - Over 10 yrs experience
Covered Classifieds Fencing
Page
Atkinsons Fencing
15
Garage Services
51 Page
Chips Away
4
Town Garage
29
Furniture Kettley’s Furniture
33
Walton’s Furniture
11
Garage Doors
GARAGE SAME
DOOR DAY
REPAIRS
7 DAYS A WEEK 8AM - 8PM • • • •
Broken Cables & Spring Repairs Locks Replaced Remote Controls Fitted & Repaired New Doors Fitted
Garden & Fencing
Fencing fitted & repaired
Most types types including includingwood, wood,concrete concrete&&plastic plasticposts. posts Hedges cut, cut, lowered loweredor orremoved removed Hedges Winter tidy Autumn tidy ups ups Maintenance general landscaping Turfing andand general landscaping Free Estimates Free Estimates All enquiries welcome All enquiries 25 Yearswelcome Exp. 25 Years Exp.Taylor Telephone Shaun Telephone Shaun Taylor
Home: 1301 Mobile: Mobile:07789 07789312145 312145 Home:0113 0113 293 2931301 58 North58Park Avenue, Roundhay, North Park Avenue, Roundhay, Leeds Leeds LS8 1EY LS8 1EY
LEEDS
ALL AREAS COVERED
01132 820 410
NO CALL OUT CHARGE
CALL GARY MOBILE
www.firstgaragedoors.com
Taylor Enterprises (Leeds) Ltd
07860 382 984
Gardening & Tree Services
Page
BY Landscapes
15
JM Tree Services
15
Hair & Beauty Headstart Hair & Beauty Food & Drink
31
Gardening & Tree Services
ROXTON TREE SERVICES
2X 10” Pizzas
£11.90
2X 14” Pizzas
£14.95
2666 666
302 Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6NA
PIZZAHOUSECOMPANY.CO.UK
ALL ASPECTS OF TREE AND HEDGE WORK UNDERTAKEN • Crown lifting and general pruning • Large and dangerous trees safely removed • Fully qualified and insured • Tree Preservation Orders checked • Woodchip available • Trees felled and removed • All work carried out to British Standard 3998 • Domestic and commercial • Stump grinding • Seasoned logs for sale (free delivery)
FREE QUOTATIONS TEL: 0113 2260993 MOBILE: 0777 3298770 E-MAIL: roxtontreeservices@gmail.com
52 Covered Classifieds Handyman
Home Maintenance
Page
Hicks Home Maintenance
35
Jobs / Careers Town Garage
56
Pets
Professional Dog Walking Service Group walking sessions (£9.50 per 1hr Group Walk) Fully Insured/Police Checked Testimonials on request Contact Tony
Health & Wellbeing
Page
Leeds Beckett Sports Department
33
Romart
23
Leeds Teaching Hospital
11
Mobile: 07403 087869 www.mans-best-friend-leeds.co.uk Mobile Valeting
Health & Wellbeing
Wednesdays 10 - 11.30 am St Paul’s Church Buck Stone Crescent, Leeds LS17 5ES
Would You Like to Improve Your Health and Wellbeing?
BEGINNERS YOGA in Leeds 17.
Contact Jane now to book your first FREE class Jane O’Halloran jane@northleedsyoga.co.uk 01943465230 Further details, full list of class programmes, specialist and one to one sessions www.northleedsyoga.co.uk Our Special New Year Offer ends 31st January
25% off
a class passport if you sign up at your first class
Photographic Resources Leodis
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Covered Classifieds Property
Plastering
53 Page
Morfitt Shaw
C. Roberts Plastering
37
Roofing Services
All plastering work undertaken
Hazelgrave Roofing
53
٠Reskims ٠Patching ٠Plaster Boarding ٠Walls ٠Ceilings ٠Insurance Work٠Damp Repairs ٠Rendering Quality workmanship at competitive prices
0113 443 3617/ 0797 218 1528 We will beat any genuine quote Est 1998
Plumbing & Heating
Page
E J Woolfoot
25
Kayes Plumbing
19
Safegas
17
Roofing Services
H 0 Plumbing 2
and Heating ltd
Providing you with a reliable, prompt and friendly service on all things Plumbing & Heating All aspects of Plumbing and Heating All Work Fully Insured 12 Month Guarantee on Work Boiler Changes Full Central Heating systems Plumbing Repairs Full Bathroom Installations
SPECIAL OFFER
POWER FLUSH
FR £250
Including Boiler Service
For a free no obligation quote please contact
07971 797 212
All gas work undertaken by bio-green
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54 Covered Classifieds Roofing Services
pick one up!
G HORNE ROOFING CONTRACTORS LTD “QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AT A FAIR PRICE”
Email: g.horneroofing@hotmail.com TEL 0113 2403515
What we do:
Domestic re- roofs & repairs Slating & tiling Built– up felt Guttering Soffits & fascias Chimney repairs
Why choose us:
Established 1976 Small family firm Fully qualified No-fuss work Competitive prices 10 yr guarantee for re-roofs LOCAL ROUNDHAY-BASED COMPANY
ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING UNDERTAKEN Slating • Tiling • Guttering (new or repairs) Flat Roofing • GRP Fiber Glass • Lead Roofs • Velux Windows
0113 2934038 / 07958 977395 Proprietor: Mark Johnson 21 Elmete Grove, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2JY
In addition to the city’s highest door-to-door distribution, Covered is now available in selected supermarkets and convenience stores. Look out for us across the city in:
Family run business with over 30 years experience Scrap Cars Wanted
Solicitors
Page
Avery Walters
2
Avery Walters
9
Ison Harrison
7
Taxis Premier Taxis
3
Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy 2 Clear
13
Leeds Glass
17
MPD Installations
35
Rainbow Windows
5
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