Your neighbourhood plan for Drighlington, Gildersome & Morley
Find out what’s going on for families in Roundhay, Alwoodley, Horsforth, Adel, Cookridge, Shadwell, Oakwood, Chapel Allerton, Chapeltown, Kirkstall, Meanwood, Headingley, Moor Allerton, Scholes, Thorner, Wetherby, Collingham, Boston Spa, Crossgates, Seacroft and surrounding areas for October Half Term and Halloween.
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Incentives for Morley residents
- Offers swimming (lane and fun sessions), with a 25m pool and learner pool, and has sports halls for various activities.
- 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.
- Hosts a range of activities including children's football and inclusive climbing sessions.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- Offers beginner swimming classes for children aged 4 and up, held on Wednesdays.
- Football:Coaching is available through groups like Aspire Pro Coaching and Youth Sports Development.
- Basketball:The City of Leeds Basketball Club provides opportunities for young people aged 5-18.
- Other sports:ClassForKids lists other sports and activities, including fitness and dodgeball.
- 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.
- Daisy's Play Centre:Offers a variety of activities for young children, such as baby massage, yoga, music, dance, and messy play.
- Holiday Camps:Organizations like Edstart Kirklees West and Kanga Sports run holiday clubs and multi-activity camps.
- Nearby attractions:For a day out, attractions like the Eureka! National Children's Museum, Oakwell Hall & Country Park, and West Leeds Activity Centre are in the vicinity and offer youth-friendly activities.
Incentives for Gildersome residents:
- Offers free sessions for ages 11-18 every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at St. Peter's Church. Activities include games, crafts, and mental health workshops.
- Provides community football sessions and teams for boys, girls, and mixed-gender groups from under-5s to over-18s.
- The school offers a variety of clubs that change seasonally, some provided by school staff and others by vetted outside organizations.
- 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.
- Gildersome Spurs Juniors U16 Girls: Hosts events like the annual Halloween Disco at Gildersome Sports Club.
- Gildy Fest: An annual festival at Gildersome Sports Club featuring live music, food, and rides.
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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.
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