Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby - Your Neighbourhood

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You’ll find your Neighbourhood Plan here (just click or tap the image below)

Your plan has been created using your feedback from recent surveys. It highlights what’s working well, what needs attention, and the priorities you’ve told us matter most. We’ve also developed an Action Plan to show how we’ll deliver onContinue reading

You’ll find your Neighbourhood Plan here (just click or tap the image below)

This page is your hub for updates, news, and ways to get involved. Check out the newsfeed below for the latest, explore other pages for wider projects, and discover how you can share your ideas or join in.

Plus, a little bonus: every month, we’re giving away a £30 voucher to someone who interacts on the Your Voice site – whether that’s leaving a comment, completing a survey, or sharing something creative. So, get involved and have your say!

Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby sit to the north-east of Leeds, offering a blend of rural charm and vibrant village life. Known for their strong sense of community, these areas are places where neighbours know each other and local traditions are well kept.

Residents enjoy a great mix of amenities. In Tockwith, you’ll find local favourites like the Tockwith Village Store and welcoming pubs such as The Spotted Ox. Boston Spa offers a bustling high street with independent shops, cafés and services including Boston Spa Medical Centre. Meanwhile, Wetherby provides a wider range of options, from supermarkets like Morrisons and Sainsbury’s to its popular market and riverside walks.

Hidden gems include the scenic banks of the River Wharfe in Wetherby, perfect for peaceful strolls, and the historic Tockwith Airfield, which hosts community and aviation events. Boston Spa’s Millennium Gardens is another much-loved green space for families and relaxation.

These areas fall within local wards represented by councillors including Andy Paraskos, Alan Lamb and Penny Stables who support community initiatives and local development. Residents are encouraged to engage with local forums and parish councils to have their say.

Getting around is straightforward, with regular bus services connecting Boston Spa and Wetherby to Leeds, Harrogate and York. Tockwith offers easy road access to the A1(M), making it ideal for commuters, while all three locations maintain a peaceful, semi-rural feel.

For outdoor space, residents can enjoy walks along the River Wharfe, explore nearby countryside trails, or relax in local parks such as Wetherby Ings. These green spaces are central to community life and wellbeing.

Young people have access to sports clubs, youth groups and community activities across the area, including cricket clubs in Tockwith, tennis and fitness facilities in Boston Spa, and a range of organised sports and events in Wetherby.

Stay active with local gyms and fitness classes, or support community sports teams and events throughout the year. Wetherby Racecourse also provides a popular venue for both sporting and social occasions.

Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby each have a rich history—from Wetherby’s role as a historic market town and coaching stop, to Boston Spa’s origins as a Georgian spa village, and Tockwith’s links to wartime aviation. Together, they offer a distinctive mix of heritage, community spirit and modern living.

Your 2026 - 2027 Neighbourhood Plan for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby

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Thank you for your feedback. Your new Neighbourhood Plan for 2026 - 2027 is ready, take a look by clicking or tapping the image below
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July 2026 Update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby

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Free and low cost summer activities
Visit the web address below for summer family fun activities

Our gardening competition is back by popular demand!
We loved seeing customers' photos of their gardens last year, so we're bringing the competition back.
Whether it's blooming flowers, homegrown veggies, or a perfectly pruned hedge, we'd love to see it! All you have to do is upload your gardening photos to the photos section of this page by the end of September for a chance to win a £30 prize!
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback onContinue reading
Free and low cost summer activities
Visit the web address below for summer family fun activities

Our gardening competition is back by popular demand!
We loved seeing customers' photos of their gardens last year, so we're bringing the competition back.
Whether it's blooming flowers, homegrown veggies, or a perfectly pruned hedge, we'd love to see it! All you have to do is upload your gardening photos to the photos section of this page by the end of September for a chance to win a £30 prize!
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
Before you go…
We would still like to hear from you about what makes a good neighbour. If you haven’t already, share your thoughts by answering our quick flash feedback question below!
What is something your neighbour does that you really appreciate?
Thanks for reading – we will be back again soon with another update.
Your Draft Neighbourhood Plan for 2026 - 2027

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The draft of your new Neighbourhood Plan for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby is now ready for you to view.
You can read the draft plan by clicking or tapping the image below
Please take a look and let us know your thoughts by Friday 7th August 2026, by completing the quick poll here.
The draft of your new Neighbourhood Plan for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby is now ready for you to view.
You can read the draft plan by clicking or tapping the image below
Please take a look and let us know your thoughts by Friday 7th August 2026, by completing the quick poll here.
York and North Yorkshire Youth Commission Gender Violence Survey

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June 2026 Update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby

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Welcome to your monthly update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby
We visit your area regularly to check for repairs, health & safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. If you would like to join us on an area visit, please contact us on 0113 386 1000 or email hello@leedsfed.com(External link).
While you're here...
Find out what activities for young people in your area are coming up, with FEAST Activities.
And, we're working in partnership with Harrogate and District Community Action (HADCA) to help customers get more support at home. You can learn more here.
Have youContinue reading
Welcome to your monthly update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby
We visit your area regularly to check for repairs, health & safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. If you would like to join us on an area visit, please contact us on 0113 386 1000 or email hello@leedsfed.com(External link).
While you're here...
Find out what activities for young people in your area are coming up, with FEAST Activities.
And, we're working in partnership with Harrogate and District Community Action (HADCA) to help customers get more support at home. You can learn more here.
Have you heard about the Housing Hub?
We host monthly drop-in sessions on the last Friday of every month. Whether you want to book an appointment or just pop in while you're in town, our friendly staff team will be there to welcome you, with a hot drink, and some activities to enjoy. You can find out more information here.
Small grants to spark BIG ideas…
Got an idea for a one-off event or hoping to start something that grows into a long-term project? The Community Engagement Fund can help contribute to the costs of getting started. Learn more about it here.
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
Before you go…
As part of Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week, we want to hear from you about what makes a good neighbour. Share your thoughts by answering our quick flash feedback question below!
What is something your neighbour does that you really appreciate? | Your Voice
Thanks for reading – we will be back again next month with another update.
Activities in Ripon - Summer 2026

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Your Neighbourhood Plan Review - 2026

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We have been working to deliver your first Neighbourhood Plan and it is now drawing to a close. We wanted to let you know what actions we have taken in response to your feedback and how we have shaped our services locally.
Please take a look at the feedback document by tapping or clicking here to see what we have done, and what we are planning to continue to work on.
We would also like your comments on what we can do next. A new survey is available for you to let us know your current priorities.
You can accessContinue reading
We have been working to deliver your first Neighbourhood Plan and it is now drawing to a close. We wanted to let you know what actions we have taken in response to your feedback and how we have shaped our services locally.
Please take a look at the feedback document by tapping or clicking here to see what we have done, and what we are planning to continue to work on.
We would also like your comments on what we can do next. A new survey is available for you to let us know your current priorities.
You can access this survey by clicking or tapping here. Please complete the survey before 10th July 2026.
We will use the information you provide us to develop your new Neighbourhood Plan - so please share your views!
Don't forget to register with Your Voice for a chance to be entered into our prize draw to win a £30 voucher!
Feast Activities

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Free holiday activities for children and young people on benefits-related free school meals. Tap or click the image below for more information
Who is automatically eligible for a free FEAST place?

Children and young people receiving benefits-related free school meals are automatically eligible for free places at FEAST activities.

All children and young people from reception to year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals are eligible for FEAST.

Schools can also make a small number of additional children eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage (see below).

Can anyone else be made eligible forContinue reading
Free holiday activities for children and young people on benefits-related free school meals. Tap or click the image below for more information
Who is automatically eligible for a free FEAST place?

Children and young people receiving benefits-related free school meals are automatically eligible for free places at FEAST activities.

All children and young people from reception to year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals are eligible for FEAST.

Schools can also make a small number of additional children eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage (see below).

Can anyone else be made eligible for free FEAST places?

As defined by the Department for Education, FEAST is primarily for children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals.

However, schools can also make a small number of additional children and young people eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage.

There are limits on how many children/young people can be made eligible by exception, to ensure that the focus of the programme remains on the Department for Education’s key audience: those on benefits-related free school meals.

If you believe your child should be made eligible for FEAST, please contact their school to request this. Individual schools have been given the responsibility to make additional children eligible by exception.

Schools are not required to automatically issue vouchers to ‘eligible by exception’ children/young people who have received vouchers historically.

Transport
Transport requests for the summer holidays will open on Thursday 25^th June.
You can find our transport request form and more information about the transport we can offer here: Transport to a FEAST Activity - North Yorkshire Together
May 2026 Update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby

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Welcome to your monthly update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited Wetherby and Tockwith last month to check for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues.
We are continuing to work with some customers on untidy gardens. You can find out more about your responsibilities for maintaining your garden, and how we can work with you on this here.
We have also raised a further repair to a communal door in a block of apartments in Wetherby.
We’ll be in Wetherby again in August – all residentsContinue reading
Welcome to your monthly update for Tockwith, Boston Spa and Wetherby.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited Wetherby and Tockwith last month to check for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues.
We are continuing to work with some customers on untidy gardens. You can find out more about your responsibilities for maintaining your garden, and how we can work with you on this here.
We have also raised a further repair to a communal door in a block of apartments in Wetherby.
We’ll be in Wetherby again in August – all residents are welcome to join the area visit. We’ll be walking around the area, checking for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues.
Please check the Area Visits section on the right hand side of this page to check for upcoming dates.
We want to hear from you, so please join us if you can.
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
Before you go…
We want to hear from you - please take a moment to answer this month’s Flash Feedback question.
What opportunities would you like to see for children and young people in your neighbourhoods?
Thanks for reading and please keep an eye out for more updates here soon!
Activities for kids and teenagers in Boston Spa

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You recently told us that you were not aware of any local groups in the town for kids and teenagers.
Please see the link below that provides you with some information
ClassForKids - Kids classes, camps and activities in boston-spa
You recently told us that you were not aware of any local groups in the town for kids and teenagers.
Please see the link below that provides you with some information
ClassForKids - Kids classes, camps and activities in boston-spa