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Drighlington Parish Council Drectory

✅ Official Directory & Contact

📰 What’s Going On?

👥 Who’s My Councillor & MP?

  • Parish Councillors:
    • Steve Edwards (Chair)
    • Carol Edwards (Vice-Chair)
    • Kevin Baxter
    • Mick Egan
    • George Hughes
    • Maureen Hughes
      (plus others – full list on the council site). [drighlingt...cil.gov.uk]
  • Ward: Morley North (Leeds City Council)
  • Local MP: Drighlington falls under the Morley & Outwood constituency. Current MP details can be found via https://members.parliament.uk.

📅 Public Meeting Dates

  • Meetings are monthly, usually the third Monday at 7:00 PM in Drighlington Methodist Church.
  • Upcoming dates:

🌐 Community Directory

Includes local groups like:

  • Drighlington Juniors FC
  • Brownies
  • WI (Drighlington Dollies)
  • Scouts & Cubs
  • Moorside Church activities
  • Full directory: Community Links.


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Community Safety Meeting Highlights – Morley & Surrounding Areas (6 November 2025)

  • Age-Restricted Goods Monitoring
    Leeds City Council continues to conduct checks with local shops and supermarkets to ensure compliance with regulations around the sale of age-restricted products.

  • Safeguarding Measures in Morley Town Centre
    Active safeguarding efforts are in place for a homeless individual located in the town centre, with multi-agency support being considered.

  • Begging in Morley Town Centre
    Concerns have been raised regarding a person begging in the area. Agencies are working together to assess needs and explore appropriate interventions.

  • Illegal Car Meets in Drighlington
    Restrictions have been implemented to curb illegal car gatherings in Drighlington, aiming to reduce associated anti-social behaviour and public safety risks.

  • Area-Wide Drug Activity
    Ongoing multi-agency operations are targeting drug dealing across Morley and surrounding areas, with a focus on intelligence sharing and enforcement. Report a crime - 999 - 101 by phone or online https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-us/ - Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 or onlie https://crimestoppers-uk.org/

Its Chistmas!!

🎅 South Leeds Local Events

  • Middleton & Belle Isle Christmas Fayres: Running through November and December at:

    • St. Cross Church
    • Middleton Methodist Church
    • Belle Isle United Reformed Church
      (Includes coffee mornings, carol services, and more!)

  • Breakfast with Santa:

    • Tingley Garden Centre: Selected dates from Dec 6
    • Carr Gate Garden Centre: Nov 24 – Dec 24
    • Morley Market: Nov 22 & 29, Dec 6 & 13

  • Santa’s Magic Workshop:

    • National Coal Mining Museum: Nov 22 – Dec 24

🎄 City-Wide Festivities

  • Ice Cube at Christmas: Millennium Square & Victoria Gardens become a winter wonderland with an outdoor ice rink! Nov 21 – Dec 31

  • Leeds Christmas Market: In City Square, full of festive stalls and cheer. Nov 21 – Dec 21

  • Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall: Santa visits, crafts, and a winter wonderland.

  • RHS Garden Harlow Carr: Seasonal events and festive activities.



Incentives for Morley residents

Sports and physical activities
  • Morley Leisure Centre:
    Offers swimming (lane and fun sessions), with a 25m pool and learner pool, and has sports halls for various activities.

  • Trampoline Parks:
    Locations like Jump Inc offer trampoline areas, inflatable zones, slides, and laser tag.

  • Sports Clubs:
    After-school clubs and classes are available for football, rugby, and other sports, with professional coaching options.

  • Morley Village & Sports Hall:
    Hosts a range of activities including children's football and inclusive climbing sessions.

Creative and educational activities
  • Cooking Classes:
    Wizooo (formerly Junior Kitchen) offers baking and cooking classes for children.

  • Arts and Crafts:
    Various classes are available, and some venues may offer pottery and ceramic workshops.

  • Drama and Dance:
    Some clubs and classes focus on drama and dance, including gymnastics classes for different age groups.

  • Museums:
    Bagshaw Museum provides an opportunity for children to explore local and world history.

Entertainment and leisure
  • Soft Play: Indoor soft play centres like Junglecatz and Munchkins provide safe play environments with slides, ball pools, and multi-level structures.

  • Arcades and Gaming Cafes: Morley has several arcades and gaming cafes.

  • Laser Tag and VR: Facilities with laser tag arenas and virtual reality rooms are available.

  • Escape Rooms: Escape room experiences are another entertainment option.

Other options
  • Holiday Activities: There are specific holiday activities available throughout the year.

  • Birthday Parties: Many of the venues listed above, including soft play centres and trampoline parks, offer party packages.

Incentives for Drighlington residents

Sports and physical activities
Church and community groups
  • St. Paul's Parish Church: Has a "One Way Club" on Fridays for children in Reception to Year 5, featuring games, songs, and quizzes. Their "Rock Solid Club" for older children includes games and a Bible-based segment.

  • Drighlington Methodist Church: Involves children and young people in worship services and activities.

  • Moorside Toddlers: While aimed at younger children, it is a community group activity that provides a space for parents and children to connect.

Other youth-focused activities

Incentives for Gildersome residents:

Regular youth clubs
Nearby leisure and sports
  • Skate Parks and Pump Tracks:
    There are facilities for BMX, skateboards, and rollerblades, including a pump track for bicycles.

  • Sports Centers:
    Various sports centers offer a range of facilities and activities.

  • Swimming Pools:
    Leisure centers with swimming pools and other water-based activities are available nearby.

  • Indoor and Soft Play Areas:
    Options like trampolines and inflatable parks are available for younger children.

  • Arts and Crafts:
    Pottery centers, ceramic cafes, and other arts and crafts activities can be found.

  • Other activities:
    Laser tag, go-karting, escape rooms, and bowling alleys are also available nearby.

Special events


SURPLUS TO PURPOSE

Hello, just wanted to share something that might be helpful if things are a bit tight right now. There are some great local initiatives working to make sure good food doesn't go to waste and gets to people who need it.

Basically, they team up with businesses to rescue perfectly good surplus food and then share it with the community. It's a win-win: less waste and more support for families.

If you're finding it hard to put food on the table, it might be worth looking into these kinds of projects in our neighbourhood. They're doing some really important work.


The link below will take you to the website full of help and advice or if you want to donate.

Stay up to date

If you would like to be kept updated about more opportunities to have your say, please follow this page by clicking the 'subscribe' button on the right-hand side to receive notifications.




Drighlington Parish Council Drectory

✅ Official Directory & Contact

📰 What’s Going On?

👥 Who’s My Councillor & MP?

  • Parish Councillors:
    • Steve Edwards (Chair)
    • Carol Edwards (Vice-Chair)
    • Kevin Baxter
    • Mick Egan
    • George Hughes
    • Maureen Hughes
      (plus others – full list on the council site). [drighlingt...cil.gov.uk]
  • Ward: Morley North (Leeds City Council)
  • Local MP: Drighlington falls under the Morley & Outwood constituency. Current MP details can be found via https://members.parliament.uk.

📅 Public Meeting Dates

  • Meetings are monthly, usually the third Monday at 7:00 PM in Drighlington Methodist Church.
  • Upcoming dates:

🌐 Community Directory

Includes local groups like:

  • Drighlington Juniors FC
  • Brownies
  • WI (Drighlington Dollies)
  • Scouts & Cubs
  • Moorside Church activities
  • Full directory: Community Links.


Reply UK

A service to help customers with hearing or speaking difficulties, to communicate by phone call

Scan QR code for more information

Community Safety Meeting Highlights – Morley & Surrounding Areas (6 November 2025)

  • Age-Restricted Goods Monitoring
    Leeds City Council continues to conduct checks with local shops and supermarkets to ensure compliance with regulations around the sale of age-restricted products.

  • Safeguarding Measures in Morley Town Centre
    Active safeguarding efforts are in place for a homeless individual located in the town centre, with multi-agency support being considered.

  • Begging in Morley Town Centre
    Concerns have been raised regarding a person begging in the area. Agencies are working together to assess needs and explore appropriate interventions.

  • Illegal Car Meets in Drighlington
    Restrictions have been implemented to curb illegal car gatherings in Drighlington, aiming to reduce associated anti-social behaviour and public safety risks.

  • Area-Wide Drug Activity
    Ongoing multi-agency operations are targeting drug dealing across Morley and surrounding areas, with a focus on intelligence sharing and enforcement. Report a crime - 999 - 101 by phone or online https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-us/ - Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 or onlie https://crimestoppers-uk.org/

Its Chistmas!!

🎅 South Leeds Local Events

  • Middleton & Belle Isle Christmas Fayres: Running through November and December at:

    • St. Cross Church
    • Middleton Methodist Church
    • Belle Isle United Reformed Church
      (Includes coffee mornings, carol services, and more!)

  • Breakfast with Santa:

    • Tingley Garden Centre: Selected dates from Dec 6
    • Carr Gate Garden Centre: Nov 24 – Dec 24
    • Morley Market: Nov 22 & 29, Dec 6 & 13

  • Santa’s Magic Workshop:

    • National Coal Mining Museum: Nov 22 – Dec 24

🎄 City-Wide Festivities

  • Ice Cube at Christmas: Millennium Square & Victoria Gardens become a winter wonderland with an outdoor ice rink! Nov 21 – Dec 31

  • Leeds Christmas Market: In City Square, full of festive stalls and cheer. Nov 21 – Dec 21

  • Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall: Santa visits, crafts, and a winter wonderland.

  • RHS Garden Harlow Carr: Seasonal events and festive activities.



Incentives for Morley residents

Sports and physical activities
  • Morley Leisure Centre:
    Offers swimming (lane and fun sessions), with a 25m pool and learner pool, and has sports halls for various activities.

  • Trampoline Parks:
    Locations like Jump Inc offer trampoline areas, inflatable zones, slides, and laser tag.

  • Sports Clubs:
    After-school clubs and classes are available for football, rugby, and other sports, with professional coaching options.

  • Morley Village & Sports Hall:
    Hosts a range of activities including children's football and inclusive climbing sessions.

Creative and educational activities
  • Cooking Classes:
    Wizooo (formerly Junior Kitchen) offers baking and cooking classes for children.

  • Arts and Crafts:
    Various classes are available, and some venues may offer pottery and ceramic workshops.

  • Drama and Dance:
    Some clubs and classes focus on drama and dance, including gymnastics classes for different age groups.

  • Museums:
    Bagshaw Museum provides an opportunity for children to explore local and world history.

Entertainment and leisure
  • Soft Play: Indoor soft play centres like Junglecatz and Munchkins provide safe play environments with slides, ball pools, and multi-level structures.

  • Arcades and Gaming Cafes: Morley has several arcades and gaming cafes.

  • Laser Tag and VR: Facilities with laser tag arenas and virtual reality rooms are available.

  • Escape Rooms: Escape room experiences are another entertainment option.

Other options
  • Holiday Activities: There are specific holiday activities available throughout the year.

  • Birthday Parties: Many of the venues listed above, including soft play centres and trampoline parks, offer party packages.

Incentives for Drighlington residents

Sports and physical activities
Church and community groups
  • St. Paul's Parish Church: Has a "One Way Club" on Fridays for children in Reception to Year 5, featuring games, songs, and quizzes. Their "Rock Solid Club" for older children includes games and a Bible-based segment.

  • Drighlington Methodist Church: Involves children and young people in worship services and activities.

  • Moorside Toddlers: While aimed at younger children, it is a community group activity that provides a space for parents and children to connect.

Other youth-focused activities

Incentives for Gildersome residents:

Regular youth clubs
Nearby leisure and sports
  • Skate Parks and Pump Tracks:
    There are facilities for BMX, skateboards, and rollerblades, including a pump track for bicycles.

  • Sports Centers:
    Various sports centers offer a range of facilities and activities.

  • Swimming Pools:
    Leisure centers with swimming pools and other water-based activities are available nearby.

  • Indoor and Soft Play Areas:
    Options like trampolines and inflatable parks are available for younger children.

  • Arts and Crafts:
    Pottery centers, ceramic cafes, and other arts and crafts activities can be found.

  • Other activities:
    Laser tag, go-karting, escape rooms, and bowling alleys are also available nearby.

Special events


SURPLUS TO PURPOSE

Hello, just wanted to share something that might be helpful if things are a bit tight right now. There are some great local initiatives working to make sure good food doesn't go to waste and gets to people who need it.

Basically, they team up with businesses to rescue perfectly good surplus food and then share it with the community. It's a win-win: less waste and more support for families.

If you're finding it hard to put food on the table, it might be worth looking into these kinds of projects in our neighbourhood. They're doing some really important work.


The link below will take you to the website full of help and advice or if you want to donate.

Stay up to date

If you would like to be kept updated about more opportunities to have your say, please follow this page by clicking the 'subscribe' button on the right-hand side to receive notifications.


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