Tuesday 30th July 2024

Expect a sunny morning with temperatures starting at 14°C at 06:00, rising to 22°C by noon. The afternoon will see partly cloudy skies with temperatures peaking at 24°C between 14:00 and 17:00.

The evening will remain mostly clear, cooling down to 18°C by 22:00. Wind speeds will be light throughout the day, varying between 5 to 9 km/h. There is no chance of rain forecasted for the entire day.

All Week

Free Inner North East Community Committee Summer Dance Camp 2024

There is a FREE Carnival-themed week of fun, friendship, and fitness at the RJC Dance Youth Provision's Summer Dance Camp.

The camp runs from Monday, July 29th to Friday, August 2nd, 2024, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm each day at the Mandela Centre, Chapeltown Road, LS7 3HY.

Open to young people aged 9-17 who are new to RJC Dance, no prior dance experience is necessary.

For more information or to book your place, contact Kiran at 07871915228 or email [email protected].

Tuesday 30th July

Pregnancy Loss Support Group at The Old Fire Station in Gipton.

The group will meet every alternate Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:30, beginning on Tuesday, July 30th.

This supportive environment is open to anyone who has experienced pregnancy loss and is looking for a safe space to share and connect with others.

For more information, please email: [email protected].

Thursday 1st August

Yorkshire Day Fundraiser for the Rob Burrows MND Foundation

Thanks to some amazing donations from local businesses, Share will be running a raffle. The full prize list is below. Plus a BBQ run by Setchfield Butchers, complimentary drinks, face painting, goody bags and 25% off everything in-store all day.

 Raffle Prizes:

•  £100 Share Voucher

•  4 tickets to a Rhinos Home Match

•  2 tickets to a Leeds United Home Game

•  4-ball at Moor Allerton Golf Club

•  £50 Daniel Footwear Voucher

•  £50 Oaks Voucher

•  A dozen white roses from Daisy Chain

•  Treatment Voucher from Beauty Rooms

•  Elemis gift bag worth £100 from Beauty Rooms

•  £50 Banyan Voucher (can be used at Banyan in Leeds)

•  Voucher from Setchfield Butchers 

Free School Uniform Event at St Vincent's Support Centre

St Vincent's Support Centre in Leeds is hosting a Free School Uniform Event on Thursday, 1st August, from 11 am to 2 pm.

Families can collect uniforms in various sizes and generic colours, all free of charge. The event aims to support the community by providing essential school attire without any school or brand logos.

For more information, visit the support centre at 4 Berking Avenue, LS9 9LF, or call 0113 248 4126. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare for the new school year!

Sunday 4th August

Chapel Allerton Community Market

Head to the Chapel Allerton Community Market, a vibrant urban market featuring diverse cultures, delicious food, and live music. It's a great opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day with the community while supporting local vendors and artists. Don't miss out on this exciting event!

17 Bikes Security Marked at St Urbans Primary School

On Friday, July 12th, PCSO's from Team 2 visited St Urban's Primary School in Moortown to offer bike marking services. They successfully security-marked 17 bikes and registered them on the national bike register, enhancing the security and recovery chances for the students' bicycles.

Keep an eye on local social media pages for upcoming bike marking events and other community initiatives.

New Leeds Barber Shop and Coffee Lounge

The Clubhouse Leeds has submitted a planning application to transform units 38-40 in the Victoria Quarter into a new high-end barber shop and coffee lounge. The plans, submitted on June 13, 2024, include internal alterations to create this stylish new venue.

This development aims to add a unique blend of grooming services and café culture to the bustling shopping area, enhancing the overall experience for visitors to the Victoria Quarter.

But… what we want to know is… who do you think is the best barber in Moortown (and local areas)?

General Manager - Live in Accommodation

Roundhay Fox

£40,000

NEXT Team Member (part-time)

Leeds, White Rose

£7.52 - £11.44 per hour

Moortown to Host 2023 Boys Amateur Championship for the Fifth Time

Moortown will host the 2023 Boys Amateur Championship from August 12-17, its fifth time and first since 1972. The prestigious junior event has notable past winners like Sergio Garcia and Matthew Fitzpatrick. Concurrently, the Girls Amateur will be held at nearby Alwoodley.

The winner gains entry into The Amateur Championship and Final Qualifying for The Open. Last year’s winner, Kris Kim, secured the title after a dramatic play-off, continuing his impressive form from other junior tournaments.

Have a great day!

Moortown Local Scoop