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2026-09-19 U12 Footballers Wanted |
Garforth Villa Under 12 Gold Team is looking for year 7 players. Training is Fridays, matches are on Sundays. |
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2026-09-19 Vote of Confidence |
You may have seen recent reports of other town and parish councils considering or passing votes of no confidence in North Yorkshire Council. Following discussion, the majority of Sherburn Town Councillors felt that, rather than joining the wider calls for a vote of no confidence, the Council should continue to focus on building constructive working relationships with North Yorkshire Council. |
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2026-09-18 Woodland Kin |
The Woodland Kin event returns to Lotherton Hall Estate on 7th October, 10am to noon. Ghoulish goingsR09;on, autumnal sensory play and calm moments under the trees. A sweet treat awaits? and come in a costume if you dare. |
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2026-09-18 Garforth 1 FC United of Manchester 5 |
The Miners are out of FA Cup as the Red Rebels ran riot. Garforth went into this one hoping to cause an upset against their struggling NPL Premier opponents, but in a nightmare first half the Red Rebels were given far too much respect and had the game pretty much sewn up by 35 mins with three very well-taken goals. |
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2026-09-17 First Steps Baby Group |
St Mary?s Church Kippax hosts a First Steps Playgroup every Thursday morning from 10am to 11.15 am for babies and toddlers upto age 5. For more information call 07739 151701 |
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2026-09-17 A Musical Evening at St Mary?s Garforth |
On Saturday 26th September at 7pm. Simon Noble, Organist, will be playing a variety of wonderful music and our Music Group will also be making their own contribution to the evening?s entertainment. Refreshments will be served in the interval in the Parish Centre. |
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2026-09-16 U15 Girl Footballers |
Garforth Rangers are recruiting U15 (year 10) girl footballers. Cal Karen on 07745 208529. |
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2026-09-16 Garforth 1 Beverley Town 2 |
A disappointing evening for Paul Marshall's side who fall short once again on home soil. |
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2026-09-15 Village Fair |
Bower?s Village Fair takes place on Sunday 27th September from 10am. Free entry, free bouncy castle plus food and drink. |
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2026-09-15 Dog Show |
There is a Dog Show and Family Fun Day at Garforth Cricket Club on Sunday 27th September. Opens at 11.30am. Show registration is ?2 per category. In aid of animalarkaid |
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2026-09-14 Contact Point Meeting |
The Garforth, Swillington, Kippax, Methley and Villages?Neighbourhood Policing Teams, will be holding a community contact point this weekend on Sunday 20th September from 10am to noon at Garforth Police Station. |
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2026-09-14 Could it Be Magic |
Kippax Band Social Club presents Could it Be Magic on 10th and 11th October at 7.30pm. Tickets are ?15 including a buffet dinner. Call 07761 033455 for more details. |
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2026-09-13 Police and Communities Together |
Allerton Bywater, Kippax, Methley and Villages Neighbourhood Policing Team, will be holding a Police and Communities Together (PACT) Meeting at Mickletown Community Centre on wed 21st October from 6pm to 7pm |
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2026-09-13 Aberford Authors Meeting |
The next meeting of Aberford Authors is at the Arabian Horse public house on Tuesday 22nd September from 7pm to 8.30pm. Everyone is welcome, just come along. |
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2026-09-12 Beetle Drive |
There is a Beetle Drive at Great Preston Village Hall on Friday 25th September at 7pm, finishing around 9.30pm. Tickets are ?5 per person or ?15 per group of 4. Price includes a drink and cake/biscuit. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support |
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2026-09-12 Christmas Wreaths |
Great Preston PTA invite you to Christmas Wreath Making Workshops on 2nd December from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Ticket price is ?45 |
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2026-09-11 Mavericks Netball |
Year 7 and 8 players wanted for netball on Tuesdays from 5-6pm at Lock Lane Leisure Centre |
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2026-09-11 Food Bank Collection |
There will be a collection in the car park of St Mary?s Garforth between 2pm and 3pm on 14th September. Alternatively, contributions can be left in the box in the link at any time. As always, any contributions are gratefully received. |
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2026-09-10 U16 Girl Footballers Wanted |
Garforth Rangers U16 (year 10/11) girls are recruiting players. Call Chris on 07734 462544 for more details. |
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2026-09-10 People?s Emergency Briefing |
Eco-friendly Garforth are showing the film People?s Emergency Briefing at Garforth Welfare Hall on Saturday 26th September at 1.30pm followed by a 45-minute structured local discussion on what this means for our community, including implications for local preparedness, resilience and long-term planning. |
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2026-09-09 U13 Footballers Wanted |
Monk Fryston United are looking for U13 (year 8) boys and girls keen on playing football in their developing mixed team. They train on Wednesdays at 6pm and play on Saturdays in the Selby League. Call Scott on 07540706088 for more details. |
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2026-09-09 Police and Communities Together |
Garforth and Swillington Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Police and Communities Together meeting on Wednesday 9th September from 6pm to 7pm at St Mary?s Church Parish Centre, Garforth. Come along and have your say about how your neighbourhood is policed. |
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2026-09-08 Just Self Defence |
There is a 4-Hour Self Defence Course in Swillington Village Hall on 26th September from noon to 4pm. Book your place now Email justselfdefence@gmail.com |
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2026-09-08 Food Bank Collection |
There will be a collection in the car park of St Mary?s Garforth between 2pm and 3pm on 14th September. Alternatively, contributions can be left in the box in the link at any time. As always, any contributions are gratefully received. |
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2026-09-07 U18 Girl Footballers Wanted |
Garforth Villa are looking for girls to join their U18 Ladies Team (year 11-13). Training is on Thursday nights. Call Jim on 07973 188504 for more details. |
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2026-09-07 Parish Councillors Wanted |
Micklefield Parish Council has vacancies for three parish councillors. The vacancies will be filled by co-option. Anyone over 18 wishing to join the parish council should contact the Clerk for an application form before Friday 11th September. |
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2026-09-06 Beetle Drive |
There is a Beetle Drive at St Mary?s Church Allerton Bywater on Friday 11th September at 7pm. Entry is ?4 for adults and ?1 for children. Price includes refreshments. Pay on the door. |
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2026-09-06 Pantry Wins Award |
Kippax Community Pantry has won the Tesco blue coin competition and been awarded ?1500. |
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2026-09-05 Aberford Authors Meeting |
The next meeting of Aberford Authors is at the Arabian Horse public house on Tuesday 8th September from 7pm to 8.30pm. Everyone is welcome, just come along. |
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2026-09-05 Play-off Trip |
Kippax Welfare Rugby League are looking at putting on a proper Kippax club day out for our National Shield play-off trip to Cumbria on Saturday 19th September, when we take on Seaton Rangers. The bus will most likely leave Kippax Welfare around 9:00am, giving us plenty of time to make a day of it before returning to Kippax late that evening. Estimated cost is ?10, first come first served. |
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2026-09-04 Hopewell Mill Approved |
A planning application has been approved for alterations to Hopewell Mill commercial units on Hopewell Terrace. The approved application is for demolition of some parts of the building, new first floor extensions and amendments to doors and windows. Another application for conversion to 10 dwellings is still ongoing. |
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2026-09-04 Gaping Goose Beer Festival |
The new date for the Gaping Goose Beer Festival is Saturday 5th September from noon to 9pm. Tickets are on sale now for only ?12. If you had a ticket for the 29th August it is still valid on the new date. All profits go to Yorkshire Air Ambulance. |
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2026-09-03 Leeds SEND Parents Coffee Morning |
There will be a really informal, friendly coffee morning at The Briggate on Main Street on Tuesday 8th September from 9.15 to 11.30am. It?s a chance to meet others facing similar challenges, share experiences, socialise, and get advice in a completely judgementR09;free space. |
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2026-09-03 Bridlington Town 0 Garforth 2 |
The Miners avenged Friday evening?s FA Trophy defeat with victory on the east coast on Monday. Ronnie McGrath scored on the 37th minute. Mutty Al-Jahadhmy scored the second on 85 mins to put the game to bed. |
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2026-09-02 Choir members Wanted |
All Saints Church Choir in Sherburn in Elmet is looking to welcome new members. No previous experience require, just enthusiasm and a love of church music. Rehearsals are on Thursdays at 7pm. Call 07852 524028 for more information. |
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2026-09-02 Funnyside Up |
There is a comedy night at the White Swan in Kippax on Thursday 3rd September. The show starts at 7.30pm. |
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2026-09-01 Northern Swing Orchestra |
The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band and Joe Medlock are performing at Swillington Sports and Social Club on Sunday 6th September at 3.30pm. Tickets are ?7 with under 16s free. |
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2026-09-01 FA Cup Tickets |
Garforth Town host FC United of Manchester in the FA Cup first round qualifying game on Saturday 5th September. This is a ticket only game, there will be no option to pay on the gate. Segregation will be in place for this match. Tickets are ?10 for adults, ?7 for over 65s and ?3 for under 16s from the Garforth Town website. Kick off is 3pm. |
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2026-08-31 Bank Holiday BBQ |
There is a Bank Holiday BBQ at the Legion Kippax from 1to 3pm on Monday 31st August. Entry is free. Kids welcome. Special offers on drinks |
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2026-08-31 Garforth Town 2-2 Bridlington Town |
Bridlington ended Garforth?s unbeaten start to the season in a high tempo FA Trophy tie on Saturday winning a penalty shootout 5-4 after a 2-2 draw in normal time. |
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2026-08-30 Mother?s Pride |
Sherburn Cinema is showing Mother?s Pride on 9th October at 7pm. |
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2026-08-30 Harvest Weekend |
It is Apple Harvest Weekend at Lotherton Hall on 12th to 13th September from 10am. Pick fresh from the trees as you collect your own bag of apples for only ?2.50. A great activity for the whole family. Finish your day by exploring nature and the surrounding woodland. Buy a bag for apples from the membership office in the Stable Courtyard. |
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2026-08-29 Abba Storm |
Tribute act Abba Storm are performing at Kippax Legion on 10th October at 7pm. Tickets are ?7 in advance and ?10 on the door. |
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2026-08-29 Band in the Park |
York RI Golden Rail Band will be playing at Lotherton Hall on Sunday 30th August from 2pm to 4pm. The event is included in admission. |
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2026-08-28 Spiritual Medium is Back |
Spiritual Medium Steve Holbrook is back at the Old Girls School Community Centre on Friday 12th February 2027. Doors open 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Tickets ?17 each |
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2026-08-28 Garforth Fire Station Open Day |
The Open Day at Garforth Fire Station will take place between 10.30am and 3.30pm on 30th August. All funds raised are for the firefighters charity. |
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2026-08-27 Paul and Nancy Tilley |
Father and daughter duo Paul & Nancy Tilley are Live at The Old Girls? School Community Centre on Sunday 8th November at 6.30pm. Tickets are ?10 for adults and ?7.50 for under 16s. |
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2026-08-27 Droylsden 1 Garforth 2 |
Garforth Town travelled to Droylsden in the Preliminary Round of the Emirates FA Cup on Saturday and came away victorious. Garforth took the lead against the run of play on 12 mins. Olli Patrick's corner was headed in at the far post by Niall Tilsley for his first goal for the club. Droylsden equalised controversially when the goalkeeper was barged over the line but on 90 mins Town ruthlessly exploited the inevitable gaps at the back to grab a late winner when Burgess slide the ball underneath Jordan Latham and put Town into the hat for Monday's First Qualifying Round draw. |
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2026-08-26 Road Closure |
Part of Westfield Lane in Kippax will be closed for resurfacing 7th-15th September between 8.30 - 3.00pm each day. |
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2026-08-26 Formal Gardens Tour |
There is a guided tour of the beautiful formal gardens at Lotherton from our garden volunteers. It happens on the last Wednesday of every month. The next one is on Wednesday 26th August from 1pm to 2pm. No need to book, just meet outside the entrance to the main house. |
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2026-08-25 Fashion Show |
There is a Fashion Show at the Old Girls School on 2nd October at 7.30pm . Tickets are ?8. Doors open at 7pm. |
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2026-08-25 Thorpe Park Railway Station |
Call in to Garforth One Stop Centre and Library this Wednesday, 26 August, between 10am and 2pm, to find out more about the latest plans for a new Thorpe Park Rail Station. |
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2026-08-24 Christmas Fair |
The Old Girls? School Community Centre Christmas Fair will be held on Sunday 29th November, 11am-3pm. Further details to be announced. |
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2026-08-24 Summer Fair |
The Old Girls? School Summer Fair takes place on 5th September from 11am to 3pm at the Old Girls? School. |
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2026-08-23 Food Bank Collection |
There will be a collection in the car park of St Mary?s Garforth between 2pm and 3pm on 24th August. Alternatively, contributions can be left in the box in the link at any time. As always, any contributions are gratefully received. |
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2026-08-23 Wellbeing Wander |
Join us at RSPB St Aidans on Wednesday 26th August for our monthly Wellbeing Wander. Take a gentle stroll accompanied by our volunteer rangers. No more than a mile and lasts about an hour. Please meet outside the Little Owl Cafe for 11am. It is a free event and everyone is welcome. |
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2026-08-22 Big Church Picnic |
St Mary?s Garforth will be holding its Big Church Picnic on Sunday 23rd August after the 10.30 service. Bring your own picnic and picnic blankets. |
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2026-08-22 Grimsby Borough 3-3 Garforth Town |
Garforth pulled off an incredible fightback on Wednesday evening, after finding themselves 3-0 down just twenty-seven minutes into this encounter. Jamie Barkway started the fightback just three minutes later. Garforth took the game to Grimsby late on and finally got level when substitutes James Burgess and Mutty both scored minutes after taking to the field. |
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2026-08-21 Performers Wanted |
Bowers Allerton Hall are holding their annual summer fair on Sunday September 27th. They are looking for groups to perform through the day for their guests to aid their regeneration fundraising efforts. In the past they have had Bhangra dancers, ukelele groups, wind bands, choirs, dance troupes, cheer leaders and much more. |
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2026-08-21 Young Authors |
Aberford Young Authors, an initiative tailored for young people aged 11 to 16, meets on the first Monday of every month from 6pm-7pm in the back room of The Arabian Horse. The group is currently looking for new members to join its ranks, welcoming any local young people aged 11 to 16 with a passion for stories. |
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2026-08-20 Chess Club |
There is a chess club for beginners, intermediate and masters on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at Garforth Country Club from 7pm. Text 07787 575570 for more details |
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2026-08-20 Winter Flu Jab |
Boots Kippax Winter Flu jab service is now available to book for this year. Private jabs starting from the 22nd of September onwards and free NHS jabs begin in October. Get yours booked now before they?re gone by either ringing the store on 01132862585 |
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2026-08-19 Open Day |
There is an Open Day at Garforth Firestation on Sunday 30th August. |
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2026-08-19 Kippax Yard Sale |
Only two weeks to go to Kippax Yard Sale Trail on Bank holiday Monday. 31st August. 43 addresses have now registered to take part. If you want to hold a yard sale email yard.sale@ kippax-pc.gov.uk to add your address to the map. |
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2026-08-18 Players Wanted |
Swillington Saints FC are looking for U14 girls. Games are on Saturdays and training is on Wednesdays. |
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2026-08-18 Carers Consultation |
North Yorkshire Council is asking residents to help shape a new all-age carers? strategy aimed at ensuring unpaid carers feel recognised, valued and supported. Consultation closes Sunday 27 September. Find out more and take part: www.northyorks.gov.uk /carers-strategy Paper copies are also available by calling 0300 131 2131 and saying CARERS when prompted. |
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2026-08-17 Marshalls Wanted |
Micklefield MX are looking for marshalls for their practice days. They are looking for reliable, enthusiastic 16 to 18 year olds on Saturdays and Sundays to help keep the practice days safe |
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2026-08-17 Could It Be Magic |
Kippax Band Social Club presents Could It Be Magic on 10th and 11th October at 7.30pm. Tickets including buffet dinner are ?15. Call 07761 033455 for more information and tickets. |
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2026-08-16 Ukelele Workshop |
There is a Family Ukelele Workshop at Kippax Community Hub and Library on Tuesday 18th August from 10.30 to 11.30am. It is apay what you decide event for the family recommended for children aged 6+. All children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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2026-08-16 Dunston 1-3 Garforth Town |
Garforth kicked off the league season with a tremendous performance away at Dunston on Saturday. Goals from Harry Colville, Oli Patrick and Harris Eggleston saw the Miners run out 3-1 winners. |
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2026-08-15 Learn Jujitsu |
If you have kids thinking of starting a martial art or you want to, Leeds Samurai Martial Arts meets from 6-7pm on Thursday at John Smeaton leisure centre and 6-7pm Friday at Kippax Leisure Centre. |
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2026-08-15 PSA Screening Event |
Garforth and District Lions have organised a prostate cancer screening event at Garforth Country Club on Wednesday 9th September from noon to 7pm. To book a place goto www.mypsatests.org.uk |
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2026-08-14 Barista Wanted |
Costa Coffee on Main Street in Garforth are looking for a barista to join the team for 20-25 hours a week. Experience preferred but not essential. Please pop your CV into store. |
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2026-08-14 EE Appeal Mast Decision |
EE have lodged an appeal against the refusal of the proposed mast opposite Kippax Library. Their grounds are that they have been served a removal notice for the existing mast on the snooker club roof, so the proposal is for a replacement mast not an additional one. |
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2026-08-13 Youth Club |
Eco Friendly Garforth?s youth group for 11 to 16 year olds meets on Mondays from 3.30pm to 5pm at Garforth Cricket Club |
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2026-08-13 Meet Your MP |
MP Keir Mather has a drop in event in Micklefield at Churchville House on Friday August 14th 6:30 - 8:00pm. Please email Keir.mather.mp @parliament.uk to book in |
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2026-08-12 No Fridges Allowed |
A national shortage of specialist processing facilities means Leeds City Council are currently unable to move on fridges and freezers from their household waste recycling centres. |
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2026-08-12 Sherburn Beer Fest |
Tickets are almost sold out for Sherburn Beer Fest on Saturday 29th August from 4pm to 11pm at Eversley Park Centre. Tickets are ?10 and include entry, a souvenir glass, programme and first drink. There is live music all evening and food is available. |
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2026-08-11 Photography Exhibition |
Sherburn Camera Club are holding an exhibition at Sherburn and Villages Community Library from 17th August to 4th September |
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2026-08-11 Garforth 1 West Didsbury & Chorlton 1 |
It was FA Cup Day on Saturday at Garforth Town FC. The first half witnessed a scene familiar to home fans from last year where Town, favourites on paper, lacked the incisiveness to cut through a well-drilled opponent. The Miners went behind in the first half when Max Leonard lifted the ball over Flatters to give the Midland League side a shock lead. On 68 mins Garforth had the equaliser. Patrick's corner kick found Charlie Marshall at the back post who bundled in. The replay is on Tuesday kick off 7.45pm |
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2026-08-10 Fire Risk |
RSPB are banning BBQs, camping stoves and open fires on all RSPB reserves and visitors are asked to refrain from smoking due to the fire risk. If you see a fire at a RSPB site dial 999 immediately |
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2026-08-10 Knit and Natter |
There will be a Knit and Natter at Kippax Methodist Church on Thursday 13th August from 2pm to 4pm. Tea or coffee and cake ?2 |
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2026-08-09 Grass Fire |
There was a large fire on the verge at the side of the slip road on the M1 northbound at Junction 46 on Friday. The fire brigade was called to the scene. |
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2026-08-09 Maltby Miners |
Maltby Miners Welfare Band are playing at Kippax Band Social Club on Sunday 9th August . Admission s free to members and ?5 to non-members. Doors open at 6.30pm. |
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2026-08-08 Food Bank Collection |
There will be a collection in the car park of St Mary?s Garforth between 2pm and 3pm on 24th August. Alternatively, contributions can be left in the box in the link at any time. As always, any contributions are gratefully received. |
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2026-08-08 Aberford Authors Meeting |
The next meeting of Aberford Authors is at the Arabian Horse public house on Tuesday 11th August from 7pm to 8.30pm. Everyone is welcome, just come along. |
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2026-08-07 Footballers Wanted |
Garforth Rangers are recruiting U12?s (year 7) for the new season. Matches are on Saturdays and training is on Wednesday evenings. Call Rob on 07769900145 for more details. |
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2026-08-07 Volunteers Wanted |
RSPB Fairburn Ings and St Aidan's are currently recruiting volunteers, with opportunities including Welcome Volunteers and Wildlife Gardeners at RSPB Fairburn Ings, as well as Community Engagement Volunteers, Cafe Volunteers and Car Park Volunteers at RSPB St Aidans. To find out more and apply: https://shorturl.at/Hdie9 |
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2026-08-06 Car Boot Sale and Market |
There i a car boot sale and market every Sunday at Vicars Court Community Centre in Allerton Bywater from 9am to 1pm. Call 07713140655 to book a pitch. |
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2026-08-06 Kippax Yard Sale |
The Kippax Yard Sale event takes place on 31st August from 10am to 4pm. If you want to hold your own yard sale on that date email yard.sale@kippax-pc.gov.uk with your name and address and they can add you to the map! |
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2026-08-05 The Secret Forest |
Looking for a family day out? The Secret Forest at Hazlewood Castle is open for Summer on Wednesdays to Mondays. Tickets from just ?9. Book online at THESECRETFOREST.CO.UK |
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2026-08-05 GNPF Meetings |
Garforth Neighbourhood Planning Forum are holding a public meeting on Monday 10th August 7.30pm in the Welfare Hall to discuss the current Governance Review regarding creating a parish in Garforth. In addition, members of GNPF will be at the following venues in the next 3 weeks to answer any questions. Sat 8th Aug on Main Street near the post office 10 ? 12 am, Sun 9th Aug in Tesco 10 -12 am, Sat 15th Aug Main Street 10-12 am, Sat 15th Aug in Tesco 10-12 am and Sat 22nd Aug in Tesco 10-12 am |
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2026-08-04 Hay Bale Fire |
Hay bales and hedges were reportedly on fire between Sherburn and South Milford on Friday. Fire engines were called to the scene. |
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2026-08-04 Garforth Town 4 Northwich 2 |
In an early 2pm kick off at home on Saturday the Miners led 3-0 at half time and ran out 4-2 winners, finishing pre-season. The new season kicks off on Saturday 8th August at 3pm with a home tie against West Didsbury and Chorlton |
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2026-08-03 Summer Camp |
Barwick in Elmet Cricket Club are running a summer camp from 3rd to 6th August. Cost is ?25 per day, or ?10 for a morning and ?15 for an afternoon, ages 4 to 15. 10am to 3.30pm. |
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2026-08-03 Funny Side Up |
There is a comedy night with stand up comedians at the White Swan in Kippax on Thursday 6th August at 7pm. The show starts at 7.30pm |
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2026-08-02 Road Closure |
There will be a 3-way road closure and signed diversion at the junction of Lidgett Lane/Beech Grove, Leeds, LS25 1EF, on Sunday 2 August, whilst Yorkshire Water carry out a repair. |
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2026-08-02 Kippax Band Live |
Kippax Band will be performing in Canal Gardens, Roundhay Park on Sunday 2nd August at 2.30pm. |
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2026-08-01 A Helping Hand |
The used book swap in Goodall?s caf? has raised ?70 for Kippax Community Pantry |
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2026-08-01 Contact Point Meeting |
The Garforth, Swillington, Kippax, Methley and Villages Neighbourhood Policing Teams, will be holding a community contact point on Sunday 9th August from 10am to noon at Garforth Police Station. |
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