Noticeboard - Heart in the community
Creative Calverley have been asked to remind organisations if you are planning an event PLEASE check the diary in Calverley Library and to try to avoid duplication of events on the same day. There are many fantastic things happening and many more people can be involved in them.
Information on this community noticeboard is provided by individuals and organisations. Please contact the individuals and organisations direct if you have any queries with the information posted.
We have tried to collate information about local events in Calverley.
If information is not on the noticeboard it is because we have not been advised the details.
All are welcome to join in.
PLEASE HELP
Can you help?
Please bring empty jam jars (washed if possible) to the event on the 1 June 2013. One of the makers involved likes to recycle the jars to put their homemade jam, chutney and marmalade in.
Fiona from Creative Planting has also asked for people to bring along empty tins (washed please). Anything from cocoa, syrup, sweetcorn, baked beans tins please. Fiona uses the tins for some of her plants.
Please also collect any vouchers you may have from local supermarkets and bring them to our events.
Even if you do not normally accept the vouchers, do not have children, or your children are grown up, please say "Yes" the next time you are asked whether you are collecting them.
It does not cost anything to make a difference.
We will ensure that we re-distribute the vouchers to local organisations.
Thank you.
Calverley - Planning Applications, Highways, Bridleways etc
People who have lived in the village for a number of years will be familiar with Calverley Residents Action Group "CRAG". The original action group formed in 1975 to prevent a road from being built through Calverley Woods and was very successful in its aim to prevent building over "green areas".
Over recent years it has become apparent that there are areas in Calverley that are prime locations for building. It would appear that a significant development is to be built close to Calverley that will have a major impact not only on access to the village, but possibly on village life in general.
Resident Initiative 1
David Gracey is a Calverley resident who has provided the following information:
"After speaking with many residents from Carr Hill Road(s), Crowther Avenue and Ravenscliffe Road, I am not satisfied that enough action has been put in place to deal with the rush hour rat runners. I have heard many horror stories about speeding drivers, texting drivers and aggressive drivers all rushing through 'access only' roads for their own convenience. I have spoken with many people who have been writing to our council/MP for years and it still goes on. I am proposing a community action group is set up to deal with the issue. I would welcome anyone who has any ideas or would like to become involved to contact me on d.w.gracey@gmail.com or call me on 07923643546 David Gracey"
Calverley (Victoria) Park
Leeds City Council are reviewing whether Calverley Park should be re-designated a "community park".
This may have changes to how the park may be used by many residents and non residents.
There is a link to a webpage that has further information re possible "control order" implications here
For ease of completion, a copy of the questionnaire and details of the parks across Leeds that may be designated community parks are below.
Priesthorpe Lane and Shell Lane Bridleways, Suface Improvement Scheme
Proposed path and improvement works (aiming to be carried out in March 2013).
Improvements are primarily aimed at local people who wish to walk, cycle into Pudsey/Calverley as an alternative to driving.
Kirklees Knoll Farsley
Building plans, supporting documents and map for Kirklees Knoll, Farsley can be viewed using the Advanced Tab (planning number - 12/04046) - on the Leeds City Council site here
You can follow Save Kirklees Knoll on Facebook here.
For further information from the local councillor who is leading a campaign objecting to the planning application contact andrew.carter@leeds.gov.uk
Does your lawnmower come out a few times a year? Do you have a foodprocessor that is used twice a year?
If so, would you be willing to loan/rent to people in Calverley for a set time, to enable them to complete jobs that they need to do.
You can also earn money at the same time!
Use the link above to register information in the LS28 area.
Book Club
Please use the Creative Calverley website if you shop at Amazon (or do any shopping online) and use the easyfundraiser log in (on the home page).
Any revenue raised is used towards putting on workshops and events in the community.
Do send in your recommended reads for the beach, garden or just for leisure/pleasure.
We will put details on our website.
We are reading:
"The Book of Christmas" by Jane Struthers.
Indispensible guide to everything we once knew and loved about the most festive time of the year.
"A Street Cat Named Bob" by James Brown.
A street musician and a ginger cat find hope on the streets of London.
"Spell It Out" by David Crystal.
The stories behind the rogue words that confound us.
If you prefer to listen to books you can download audio books (click here to go to Audible).
Calverley Library
(Click here to find out Calverley Library opening times).
As well as offering access to many fantastic resources, libraries throughout Leeds also offer free computer training to help you to brush up your skills or learn about computers for the first time.
Details of the courses are available here contact Calverley library if you wish to book.
Story Time (Term Time Only
Thursday's 2.45pm - 3.15pm
Rhyme Time
Tuesday's 10.30am - 11.00am
Knit Wits
Knitting and Crochet, alternate Mondays from 2.00pm - 4.00pm.
Calverley Library Writers Group
Meeting monthly - Wednesdays from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
Calverley Library Readers Group
Meeting monthly Monday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm.
Library Friends
Every third Thursday, 11am - 12pm, starts 18 April.
Change your books, have a chat, have a cuppa.
A review of Calverley library is available here
Local History Centre, Meeting Date To Be Arranged, Calverley Library
Meeting to discuss how local history documents, photographs and "other" items can be recorded and used by those interested in the local history of Calverley.
Those interested in volunteering time to the project most welcome to attend.
A formal committee will be established to move this project forward.
Community Book Club, Date to be released soon from 6.30pm, Thornhill Arms
There will be a discussion at some point during the time (we are very casual and relaxed) as to whether people want to read a "set book" each month or have topic areas with suggestions of books to try.
Calverley Local History
Members of Pudsey Civic Society have marked two historical sites in Calverley with heritage plaques at St Wilfrid's Church Old Vicarage and Calverley Town Wells to mark the historical importance of the buildings.
A link to the Museum Stuff website here for some historical information about Calverley. If you have some local history information of your own. Do contact us.
Photographic archive of Leeds available from Leodis. (here)
There is a link here to a few memories from someone who lived in Calverley many years ago via the Francis Frith website.
Calverley Connections
Many people have their favourite places in Calverley and some people have been kind enough to share their thoughts...
"I really enjoy walking past Victoria Park on a summer's day and seeing the cricketers on the cricket ground. The cricket pavilion always looks to be a hive of activity. I often stop just to hear the sound of the bat when it hits the ball really hard, and the shouts and cheers of the cricketers as they encourage each other to either catch the ball or throw the ball quickly."
"My favourite view of the Calverley is actually from the canal. There is a certain place where you can see St Wilfrid's Church nestled on the hill, the woods in the foreground...perfect"
"My favourite view of Calverley is the bend in the road which has the cottages and the church side by side. I remember the day I got married in that church every time I see it."
Royal British Legion
Meets the second Wednesday of every month at the Methodist Chapel School Room from 2.00pm.
The Calverley Branch of the British Legion was formed in 1922 one year after the foundation of the legion in 1921.
To celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the committee of the Calverley branch will be planning some special events.
There are over 60 members of the Calverley branch which means that Calverley is one of the largest branches in the Leeds area.
Sponsored walk (donations gratefully received) of approximately seven miles to support Calverley's four care homes - Champion House, St Lukes, 16A & 16B Salisbury Street, Brookleigh.
Sponsor Forms available from 0113 2574794
Electronic version of the sponsorship form available here word or PDF.
A booklet detailing the Millennium Way Walk is available from Calverley Library.
Volunteers are always needed to raise funds or help out at the care home.
Champion House has a team of volunteers who provide invaluable support to residents by driving, befriending, escorting, helping with activities, fundraising, gardening and more.
If you are interested in volunteering please contact:
Volunteer co-ordinator: Cath Baker
Summer Fete 8 June, 2pm - 4pm
Stalls, refreshments, entertainment and much more.
Fete is opened by a very special guest.
Car parking available.
Leeds branch based in Calverley.
Training times Sundays.
10.00am - 10.45am (advanced handlers and dogs).
11.00am - 11.45am (puppies, beginners and intermediate handlers and dogs).
Calverley Men's Forum, Wednesday's 10am-11.30am, Methodist Chapel School Room
Specialist speakers, question sessions and refreshments.
Contact David Williams for further information on 0113 257 4794.
New members are welcome.
Be prepared...fun...challenge...adventure...
Monday
Cub Scouts - 8-10 year olds, 6.45pm - 8.15pm
Tuesday
Cub Scouts - 8-10 year olds, 6.45pm - 8.15pm
Wednesday
Scouts - 10-14 year olds, Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm
Thursday
Beavers - 6-8 year olds, Maple Colony 4.45pm - 6.00pm,
Beavers - 6-8 year olds, Redwood Colony 6.15pm - 7.30pm
Other events at the Scout Hut
Wednesday
Youth Streetdance 8 - 11 years 4pm - 5pm
Mini Streetdance 5 - 7 years 5pm - 6pm
Cheerdance 7 years+ 6pm - 6.45pm
Contact Emma 07901 914419
Thursday
Yoga 8.00pm - 9.30pm.
Contact: Fenella Whall 07909 776660
Saturday
Teeny Streetdance 3 - 5 years 9am - 9.45am
Youth Contemporary 8 - 11 years 10am - 11am
@ttitude Stage 8 years + 11am - 12pm
Boys Streetdance 8 years + 12pm - 1pm
Senior Contemporary 14 years + 1pm - 2pm
Contact Emma 07901 914419
Calverley Guides, Brownies, Rainbows, Guide Hut, Blackett Street
Monday
6.15pm - 7.30pm - Brownies
Tuesday
7.30pm - 9.00pm - Guides
Wednesday
7.00pm - 8.15pm -Brownies
Thursday
6.15pm - 7.15pm - Rainbows
7.30pm - 9.00pm - Guides
Subs are paid for each meeting that a person attends.
If anyone would like to volunteer and get involved with the units, please view here
Guitar Lessons
Release that inner rock star!
Have you got a glut of produce in your allotment or garden this year?
Why not share your harvest...
The harvest share initiative is here to create links between gardeners and community projects, help reduce waste and increase enjoyment of fresh, local fruit and vegetables.
If you have some spare produce, please bring it along to Creative Calverley on the first Saturday of each month and we will ensure that your produce (however large or small) is distributed to communities and people in and around Calverley and Leeds who needs it most.
Calverley in Bloom
We are delighted to announce that Calverley won a gold award in 2012 in the Yorkshire in Bloom competition.
A very big thank you to all those who have contributed to the success of 2012's entry. Your efforts/voluntary work(s) are very much appreciated.
If you are able to help with planting, growing seeds, growing plants please do contact 0113 2574794.
Calverley In Bloom, meeting date to follow, Brookleigh Community Centre
Committee members and those who want to help/volunteer in the initiative are most welcome to attend.
Summer judging will take place on Thursday 4th July from 1.30pm - 3.30pm.
Calverley Rhino's Supporters Club
If you would be interested in becoming a member of the Calverley Supporters Branch please contact Ian Mitchell by phone on 07944044043 or email calverleyrhinos@gmail.com
Meetings take place at 8pm at Calverley Conservative Club on the 23 May and the 19th June.
Run England, Thursdays, Calverley Conservative Club (outside), 7.45pm
All abilities running club. £2.00 per session.
The group is led and managed by Joe Marjoram with help from Mark Middlemiss.
For further details contact Joe on 07866 552530
Calverley Cameras
"Wish I had my camera with me when...hearing the ice cream van play its tune, I came down a street and eagerly queueing up, with big smiles on their faces, were two of Calverley's over 60's. The child in you never goes..."
If you have captured images of Calverley that you would like to share. Please do send them in to the site.
Click here to go to the qwiki site for Calverley, which has an automated slideshow (and voiceover) with some of the sights around Calverley.
Alternatively, select the link to the flickr site showing images of Calverley here.
We do have some very talented people in and around the village.
If you have an old digital camera (that still works) please consider donating it to us.
We will use it/them in community projects for people of all ages.
Click on the picture below to link to many themes in the film section that cat owners and non cat owners will be very familiar with.
Wildlife on your Calverley doorstep.
Date | Event | Description | Notes |
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8th Jun 2013
8am - 3pm | Springwatch at Rodley | A full day of activities including moth trap opening, small mammal survey, dragonfly walks, pond dipping and a botany walk | Most events will start from the visitor centre - the dragonfly walks will be round the dragonfly area |
20th Jul 2013
9pm | Bat Walk | Walk round the reserve with bat expert Diane Gregory to look at bats and listen to them on our bat detectors | Pre-booking essential. Meet at the visitor centre |
31st Jul 2013
10am - weather permitting | Moth trap opening on 31st July and each Wednesday in August. | Join Dave Nesham and see some of the many interesting moths around at this time of year | Meet at the visitor centre |
3rd Aug 2013
9am | Small Mammal Survey | A walk round the reserve with two of our experienced volunteers to find and identify small mammals | Pre-booking essential. Meet at the visitor centre |
10th Aug 2013
8pm | Bat Walk | Walk round the reserve with bat expert Diane Gregory to look for bats and listen to them on our bat detectors | Pre-booking essential. Meet at the visitor centre |
17th Aug 2013
11am - 3pm | Summer Fair | Our annual Summer Fair - details to be announced later | |
15th Sep 2013
10am | Bird Walk | Join Peter Colley for a walk round the reserve to see the many interesting species resident at this time of year | Meet at the visitor centre |
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Many pubs in the UK are closing but a pub does not just have to be about drinking alcohol.
There are many exciting things that could happen in your local pub.
For details of what is happening nationally with the rural "pub is the hub" campaign (click here)
The Leeds Tapestry is a community embroidery celebrating the life and times of Leeds at the millennium. The sixteen completed panels are on display at the Central Library in Leeds.
Mechanics Institute
Community Centre run by Leeds City Council.
Good for putting on shows and dances!
For Hire contact 0113 224 3850 (Lettings)
Tuesday
9.15am - 11.10am Calverley Playgroup
Children from two and a half, usually potty trained, except in special circumstances.
Contact: Janet Bramley 0113 2556910
Wednesday
9.15am - 11.10am Calverley Playgroup
Children from two and a half, usually potty trained, except in special circumstances.
Contact: Janet Bramley 0113 2556910
Thursday
Calverley Playgroup runs at busy times of the year in the morning - contact Janet Bramley for additional information on 0113 2556910
Friday
Youth Club
6pm - 8pm (Supper Room)
Heather Wilman 07891 279125
Angela Capper 07891 276720
Saturday
Dancing and Performing Arts Class (5 to 16 year olds)
10.30am - 11.30am
Contact: Sophie Wysoczanski
Mick's Cafe, 31 Woodhall Road, Calverley, LS28 5NL
Bentley's pies, drinks, cakes, cold/hot sandwiches and cooked breakfasts, hot snacks available from this very popular Woodhall Road shop.
Opening hours, Monday to Friday 7.30am - 2pm and Saturday from 8am.
There is a free refill of tea and coffee on all eat in food purchases.
Mick will also take orders for parties/picnics - if you ask nicely :0)
Giddy Kippers, 62 Carr Road, Calverley
Sandwich shop that also delivers.
Fabulous cakes are also available to order for parties.
You can download menus before you go and also book the cafe for parties.
Calverley Conservative Club is located in the centre of Calverley village, overlooking Victoria Park.
The club can be used for a variety of functions.
Select the link for further information.
Aerobics Class, Saturdays from 1.15pm - 2.15pm
Bring a towel, water bottle and £3.50
Elev8 Dance School
Modern, vibrant and friendly dance school based at the Conservative Club. Wide range of dance classes for children from the age of 2 and a half upwards. Students can train in a wide range of performing arts subjects.
Acoustic Sunday, Last Sunday of the month from 6.00pm - 9.00pm
"The opportunity for musicians, comedians, magicians (and more) of all abilities (a reasonable standard expected) and ages to get together showcase their skills.
Everyone gets 8-12 minutes on stage (PA and lighting is provided).
£1.00 entry. Bring an instrument and join in, or be part of the audience (no talking whilst an artiste is performing please).
For more information contact Bryan.
Local charity Cloth Cat (making music accessible to all).
Cloth Cat use music training to help local people to improve the quality of their lives through empowerment, confidence building, making music contacts, learning musical and other skills. Cloth Cat also help users to gain control over their lives and find avenues into employment.
Cloth Cat operate on a "not for profit" basis, so any money that is made goes towards their current activities and expanding their programme of music projects.
Community Events (Other)
Calverley Methodist Church
Coffee Morning, First Saturday of each month, 10am-12pm, Calverley Methodist Hall
Friendly cup of tea or coffee available.
Charles Wesley's Cooking Club, first Saturday of each month
Parents and Toddlers Group, Mondays, 9.30am - 11.15am
Contact Nicola 07840790516
Childminder Drop In, Tuesdays, 9.15am -10.45am
Contact Nicola 07840790516
Baby Group, Tuesdays, 2.00pm - 3.30pm
Contact Sharon 07914237502
Indoor Market, 8 June 2013, 10am - 3pm
If you want to have a clear out or sell your produce, crafts etc you can book a table by contacting Julie on 07928 305606.
It is £10 for a large table and £7 for a small table.
Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm (Sew Creative)
Classes cost £6.00 each and are held in the Brookleigh Community Room (Brookleigh Sheltered Housing Complex)
Monday 7.30pm - 9.30pm (Sew Easy)
Classes cost £6.00 each and are held in the Methodist Church (School Room).
People of all ages and abilities are welcome to join.
You can work on your own projects or be creative.
Brookleigh Residents Association
Keep Fit for Seniors Wednesdays 2.00pm - 3.00pm £1.50.
Thursday Afternoon Get Together 2.00pm - 3.30pm tea/coffee and biscuit 30p.
Link to the creative classes held at this lovely local knitting and quilting shop.
Calverley Horticultural Society
Click here to link to the Calverley Horticultural Society site.
18 May - 1.30pm - 3.00pm, Plant Sale (Refreshments Available)
24 August - 2.30pm - 4.45pm, Annual Show
16 October - 7.00pm - 9.00pm, Annual General Meeting followed by Local Gardeners Question Time
Above events are held at the Methodist Chapel Hall.
11 August 10.30 - 12pm Allotment Open Day, Gatescroft (aka Calverley Allotment Site)
Calverley Parish Church (St. Wilfrid's Church)
Click here to link to the St. Wilfrid's Church Calverley site.
Calverley Community Coffee Shop (Open Fridays 9am -12pm at Calverley Parish Church)
Help is urgently required for people to help out at this coffee shop (not every week - closed during holidays) between 10am -12pm (rota and dates to suit).
Training will be given for volunteers. Duties may include clearing tables, washing up, serving food.
Contact John or Pauline Corbin on 0113 2100765
Thank you.
First Saturday of each month. Fun for all the family.
About one hour in the mess being creative with paint, glue, playdoh, paper, and scissors.
We then move over into to church for a short celebration of the same theme explored creatively, before returning to The Barn for a shared meal.
St. Wilfrid’s Parish Church, Calverley – Churchyard Project
Please contact David Badger on 0113 2565840 for further information.
A wildflower meadow has been planted by local children in the meadow below the new graveyard.
Watch out for a blaze of summer colour and enjoy the wildlife attracted to the plants.
Angel in Calverley Churchyard
A twenty foot carved wooden angel has appeared in Calverley Parish Church (St Wilfrid's) Churchyard.
The ancient and picturesque churchyard, which has recently won an interim Gold Award from Leeds In Bloom, is the perfect setting for the angel.
The angel has been created by local Otley based artist Shane Green and has been carved from the remains of the 200 year old beech tree which was badly damaged by a storm in 2011.
More information about the artist and the Calverley Angel is available here
Mothers Union
Meetings - Tuesdays from 7.00pm in The Barn.
Calverley (Victoria) Park
Summer Bands in the Park
2 June - Wakefield Metropolitan Band
30 June - Garforth Brass
7 July - Barnsley Metropolitan Band
4 August - Leeds Concert Band
Link to the Rotary Club website
Calverley St Wilfrid's Cricket Club
Cricket may not be played in the winter but the pavilion can be used for events all year round.
Perfect location, overlooking the park.
Click here to go to the website.
Calverley Cricket Club are fundraising towards re-furbishing the cricket club in preparation for a very significant anniversary in 2012.
Any donations, help, support that can be given to this lovely cricket club is gratefully received.
If you have any cricket memorabilia in your attic (or elsewhere) relating to the club, please contact David Alred on 0113 2560393.
Calverley Bowling Club provides competition and social crown green bowling for everyone during the season April to October.
New to the game or experienced you are always welcome.
Contact Geoff Dixon on 0771 526 0136 or come to see us at the bowling green.
Click here to go to the website.
Calverley WI
Click here to link to details of Calverley WI.
Third Thursday of each month at the Methodist Chapel Hall.
Meeting:
For any enquiries please contact 0113 2574229 or 0113 2576548
Pudsey WI
Pudsey WI meets on the 1st Monday of each month from 7.30pm at Pudsey House.
Rodley WI
The WI in Rodley meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at The Owl (conservatory) from 7.30pm - 9.30pm(ish).
Calverley Players, Mechanic's Institute, Thornhill Street, Calverley
Contact Liz Sanders on 0113 256 7708 for further details.
Community Play Coming in 2013
A new venture is happening in 2013 and a community play will be happening in Calverley.
Volunteers who could provide help regarding acting, music, dancing, costumes, make up, lighting, set design etc are all needed. It is anticipated that at least two hours per week volunteer time will be required.
Calverley Players are enabling local groups to fundraise by hosting refreshments which will be sold during the intervals of their productions.
"The Barn", St Wilfrid's Church, Calverley
Available to hire.
Sunday 9.00am-10.00am
Friday 19.00pm-20.00pm
on 0113 290 9068
Calverley Over 50's Club, (meets at Calverley St Wilfrid's Cricket Club)
Meets 2pm on the last Wednesday of each month.
The programme of events includes: Guest Speakers, Quizzes, Musical and Other Events.
Annual subscription ios £2.00 and 50p is payable at each meeting (this includes tea, coffee, biscuit and a raffle ticket).
The will also be organisaed trips for which payments will be required.
Phone Harry Jackson on 0113 257 9642 or Constance Preston on 0113 257 1555, for further details.
A number of Dad's in the village are wanting to play five-a-side football after work.
Nothing too formal or competitive.
If you are interested, visit the Facebook page here
Meet at Rawdon Meadows (summer) and Undercliffe Cricket Club (winter). Something for all abilities and friendly too.
Wedding Belles
Calverley based event organisers present a Wedding Fair at St Bartholomew's Church, Armley from 1-4pm on the 20 April.
There is free admission and a wide variety of stands and refreshments.
Christian Aid Fundraising Events
Calverley's Got Talent,Coming to Calverley Soon, Calverley Methodist Church Hall
People welcome to take part or come along and watch.
All proceeds to Christian Aid.
Further details about how to enter/participate will follow as soon as possible.
NSPCC Fundraising Events
Contact Trisha Willis for more information on 01274 613979
Summer Fete, 13 July, 1pm - 4pm, Calverley (Victoria) Park
Calverley Parkside Nursery
Baby Bugs Class, Monday 1pm
Music Bugs run fun, interactive and lively music and singing classes from 4 weeks to 12 months. Each class is 30 minutes long and the focus is on sensory play, stimulation and singing.
Beanstalk Creative is run by qualified teachers who are passionate about arts and crafts. They can also host children's craft parties with a choice of themes and activities.
Bespoke packages are also available to cater for different interests and hobbies and well as budgets.
Beanstalk Creative regularly hold workshops for Creative Calverley.
Sponge Tree provide community based arts and crafts workshops for all ages.
Sponge Tree specialises in natural art using sustainable approaches, recycled art + sculpture, outdoor learning + den building and creating wildlife habitats.
All workshops include materials and take home makes!
We are excited to share our interests with you and hope you find everything you need.
