Whincup Gardens - Your Neighbourhood

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Whincup Gardens sits in the south of Leeds, close to Hunslet and just a short distance from the city centre. Known for its friendly atmosphere and strong community spirit, it’s a place where neighbours feel connected and local pride runs deep.

Residents enjoy access to a range of nearby amenities, including local convenience stores, supermarkets such as Aldi and ASDA, healthcare services and welcoming local cafés and pubs. Hidden gems nearby include Hunslet Lake Park, offering green space and play areas for children, while the nearby Middleton Railway hosts family-friendly events and heritage experiences throughout the year.

Whincup Gardens is part of the Hunslet and Riverside ward. Your councillors, Mohammed Iqbal, Ed Carlisle and Paul Wray are active in supporting local initiatives and community projects across the area.

Getting around is easy with regular bus routes connecting Hunslet to Leeds city centre. The area is around 3 miles from central Leeds, making commuting, shopping and leisure activities convenient for residents.

Residents can enjoy nearby green spaces including Hunslet Lake Park and Middleton Park, both ideal for walking, cycling and spending time outdoors. Grove Road Recreation Ground also provides open space for local families and young people.

Young people can take part in sports, youth activities and arts programmes at the Hunslet Club, one of the city’s best-known youth organisations. Community outreach sessions and seasonal events regularly take place across the local area during the summer months.

Stay active with nearby gyms and leisure facilities, including PureGym Hunslet, as well as local fitness groups and sports clubs. Residents also enjoy supporting local rugby league side Hunslet RLFC, a club with deep roots in the community.

Whincup Gardens is surrounded by the rich industrial and social history of South Leeds. From the heritage of Middleton Railway, the world’s oldest continuously running railway, to the traditional red-brick terraces that shaped the area, Hunslet remains an important part of Leeds’ story.

June 2026 Update for Whincup Gardens

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Welcome to your monthly update for Whincup Gardens
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)(External link).
Your Support Coordinator, Kescia Awork, is also available every Monday and Thursday for any queries you have; just pop in to the office to see her.
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Welcome to your monthly update for Whincup Gardens
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)(External link).
Your Support Coordinator, Kescia Awork, is also available every Monday and Thursday for any queries you have; just pop in to the office to see her.
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.
May 2026 Update for Whincup Gardens

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Welcome to your monthly update for Whincup Gardens.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited the area this month to check for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. We found no particular issues in your area.
We’ll be in your area again in June – all residents are welcome to join the area visit. We want to hear from you, so please join us if you can.
Your support coordinator is also regularly on hand for any queries you may have.
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!
Welcome to your monthly update for Whincup Gardens.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited the area this month to check for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. We found no particular issues in your area.
We’ll be in your area again in June – all residents are welcome to join the area visit. We want to hear from you, so please join us if you can.
Your support coordinator is also regularly on hand for any queries you may have.
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!
Your Neighbourhood Plan for 2026 - 2027

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Thank you for your feedback about Whincup Gardens. Your new Neighbourhood Plan is ready, take a look here.
Thank you for your feedback about Whincup Gardens. Your new Neighbourhood Plan is ready, take a look here.
Community Event - August 2025

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Coffee, Tea, Bacon Butties and a good old natter!
Well, what a turn out! How wonderful it was to share the morning with you all and we hope you enjoyed our butties. Please make sure you come to the next one, as its weekly every Thursday at 10am.
Coffee, Tea, Bacon Butties and a good old natter!
Well, what a turn out! How wonderful it was to share the morning with you all and we hope you enjoyed our butties. Please make sure you come to the next one, as its weekly every Thursday at 10am.
Your draft Neighbourhood Plan for 2026 - 2027

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CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

Your draft new Neighbourhood Plan for Whincup Gardens 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 Monday 25th May 2026, by completing the quick poll here.
Your draft new Neighbourhood Plan for Whincup Gardens 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 Monday 25th May 2026, by completing the quick poll here.
Your Neighbourhood Plan Feedback

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CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

We've 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 tap or click the picture to read your feedback document, to see what we have done, and what we are planning to continue to work on.

We will start asking you for comments on what we can do next shortly. A new survey will be available between 27^th March and 10^th April for you to letContinue reading
We've 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 tap or click the picture to read your feedback document, to see what we have done, and what we are planning to continue to work on.

We will start asking you for comments on what we can do next shortly. A new survey will be available between 27^th March and 10^th April for you to let us know your current priorities. You will be able to access this between these dates by following this link: https://yourvoice.lfha.co.uk/your-neighbourhood-plan-for-whincup-gardens.