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Kirkstall Leisure Centre changing rooms set for improvements

'Grim' changing facilities at Kirkstall Leisure Centre are to be refurbished following years of lobbying. Work is set to include existing fixtures and fittings being...
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Farnley: Listed 17th century barn to become home

A grade II listed barn in Farnley will be converted into housing, after fresh plans were approved by Leeds City Council planners. Applicant Karl Shaw,...
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In photos: Autumn equinox brings rain and sun to Bramley

Photographer Susan Tellum has been out and about in Bramley capturing autumn colours around the park and Baths. Water levels at the Leeds Liverpool Canal...
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West Leeds planning applications: 28 September 2025

Each week we publish a list of the latest planning applications related to the seven council wards in West Leeds. The following applications were published...
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Celebration marks reopening of Horsforth’s Ballroom

A celebration brought members of the community together to mark the re-opening of the Ballroom in Horsforth. The event was officially opened by the Head...
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Supporting Early Onset Dementia in West Leeds

By Noelle Williamson Although the majority of readers of this article will probably be of retirement age or older, ifyou’re one of the 500 or...
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Kirkstall Valley Farm invites you to pumpkin festival and open day

By Rhian Williams Kirkstall Valley Farm is opening its gates to the community this autumn, inviting everyone along to enjoy a day of seasonal fun...
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Reader’s letter: Help us find owner of this memento

Dear sir,- Morrisons Swinnow Lane, kindly helped Park Spring Primary School raise funds for Year 6 leavers' hoodies.  It took place on Saturday, 20 September. Morrisons'...
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Armley

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Dance Music Archive put on a party at Armley’s Project House

By Sam Gillinder Dance Music Archive hosted an epic party dubbed the “end of summer BBQ” at the Project House in Armley. Dance music archives, run...
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West Leeds communities net £40m regeneration funding

By John Baron Communities including Armley and Farnley will be boosted by a multi-million fund over the next ten years, the government has announced today. The...
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Bramley

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Nature-loving Bramley boy gets Sir David Attenborough surprise

By David Nesham A nature loving schoolboy from Bramley who wrote to a TV legend says he is both surprised and delighted with the hand...
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Bramley: Coffee morning raises Macmillan cash

By Dianne Craven Volunteers at Bramley Baptist Church, on Hough Lane, invited the community to join them for their annual coffee morning in aid...
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Burley

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‘Sip and socials’ connects people in Armley and Burley

Leeds Sanctuary has announced their new “sip and social” community series will be coming to Armley and Burley. Sip and socials are relaxed, creative spaces...
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Kirkstall Road nursery receives ‘good’ Ofsted rating

By John Baron A Kirkstall Road-based nursery is 'dedicated' to ensuring children's safety and well-being, an Ofsted inspector has said. Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery And...
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Calverley

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Ring Road improvements completed – new bridge work set for 2026

By Harry Ward Highway improvements have been completed between Horsforth and Pudsey as part of a £23m scheme to upgrade the Leeds outer ring road. The...
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‘There are places I can go if I’m struggling with my memory’

Community Noelle Williamson's third article looking at memory cafes and dementia support in West Leeds features an interview with Rachael Kelly about her intentions...
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Farnley

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Farnley: Listed 17th century barn to become home

A grade II listed barn in Farnley will be converted into housing, after fresh plans were approved by Leeds City Council planners. Applicant Karl Shaw,...
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West Leeds communities net £40m regeneration funding

By John Baron Communities including Armley and Farnley will be boosted by a multi-million fund over the next ten years, the government has announced today. The...
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Farsley

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Farsley Literature Festival turns to crime

Crime writing fans! This is your pass to duck under the crime scene tape. As part of the 2025 Farsley Literature Festival, Truman Books...
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New area brings tranquility to Farsley mill complex

Landlords Gaunts have created a calm and tranquil area for tenants and visitors to enjoy some peace and quiet at Springfield Mills, Farsley. The...
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Horsforth

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Horsforth’s walk and talk brings people together

Community reporter Noelle Williamson continues her look at memory cafes and similar activities in West Leeds. One Friday I hung around the entrance to Horsforth...
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Former Horsforth School pupil set for Bangkok challenge

By James Bovington West Leeds Muay Thai fighter Fergus Smith is eagerly anticipating his imminent journey to Bangkok to fight on a ONE Championship Friday night mega-show...
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Kirkstall

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Kirkstall Leisure Centre changing rooms set for improvements

'Grim' changing facilities at Kirkstall Leisure Centre are to be refurbished following years of lobbying. Work is set to include existing fixtures and fittings being...
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Kirkstall Valley Farm invites you to pumpkin festival and open day

By Rhian Williams Kirkstall Valley Farm is opening its gates to the community this autumn, inviting everyone along to enjoy a day of seasonal fun...
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Pudsey

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Reader’s letter: Help us find owner of this memento

Dear sir,- Morrisons Swinnow Lane, kindly helped Park Spring Primary School raise funds for Year 6 leavers' hoodies.  It took place on Saturday, 20 September. Morrisons'...
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Ring Road improvements completed – new bridge work set for 2026

By Harry Ward Highway improvements have been completed between Horsforth and Pudsey as part of a £23m scheme to upgrade the Leeds outer ring road. The...
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Rodley

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Nature-loving Bramley boy gets Sir David Attenborough surprise

By David Nesham A nature loving schoolboy from Bramley who wrote to a TV legend says he is both surprised and delighted with the hand...
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Rodley Nature Reserve prepares for winter

By David Nesham As part of Rodley Nature Reserve’s management programme an area is prepared each year to provide winter food for birds during the...
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Stanningley

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Playground improvements announced for Stanningley Park

Work has started on a package of much-needed improvements to the playground at Stanningley Park. improvements will see a new roundabout, repainting and repairs...
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New diversion revealed as Dawsons Corner work continues

Road users are being urged to prepare for delays as fresh works begin next month as part of the £44.179m Dawsons Corner and Stanningley...
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Wortley

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Farnley & Wortley Christmas lights among projects netting council funds

By John Baron Christmas is officially coming to the streets of Farnley and Wortley after councillors approved funding to install the ward's first official Christmas...
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Wortley: Warning as TV Harrison wall partially collapses 

By Katherine Turner Wortley residents have been warned to be wary after part of a wall at the TV Harrison sports ground collapsed. Councillor Adrian McCluskey...
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