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  • Community-led action blooms at Burley Park

    Friends of Burley Park brought neighbours together this winter for a community bulb-planting day, with around twenty people supporting the....

  • Harehills community teams up for Common Health Games

    "Any time you need me get in touch, loved being a part of it." Harehills Park Bowling Club hosted a....

  • Friends, families, and fans come together at Hunslet Moor match

    "It brought the community together and gave us a chance to stay active." This summer, eighty neighbours, friends, and football....

  • LS-TEN lets the good times roll at Hunslet Moor Park

    This summer LS-TEN brought their expert skateboarding coaching to Hunslet Moor Park, welcoming more than sixty young people to a....

  • ‘Pages in the Park’ project sparks creative curiosity in Burley Park

    Over the last year, more than 120 residents have contributed to Pages of the Park, an all-seasons community arts project....

  • Creativity and community: Spot Park Jam spreads joy across Leeds parks

    Spot Park Jam has been on the move, and Leeds parks are feeling the energy. What began as a single....

  • ‘Wheely’ good times had in the park with The Skate Scholarship

    The Skate Scholarship brought wheels, confidence, and plenty of weekend joy to Burley Park and Wortley Recreation Ground this spring....

  • Movement and mindfulness bring the Feel Good Factor to Harehills Park

    "I really enjoyed being outside and taking part in activities with other people. It was a lovely day.” Harehills Park....

  • Easter excitement takes over at Hunslet Moor Park

    Champions Community Sport & Health CIC brought Easter excitement to Hunslet Moor Park this April, welcoming an incredible 146 young....

  • Crafts, games, and winter cheer at Stanningley Park Bowling Club

    Stanningley Park Bowling Club kept spirits high this winter with a cosy programme of community activities, bringing neighbours together for....

  • Play for all ages with Community Learning Partnerships

    Harehills Park was full of life this summer as Community Learning Partnerships delivered a programme of community fun days for....

  • Successful fun run returns to Wortley Recreation Ground

    Highfield Methodist Church's community Fun Run returned to Wortley Recreation Ground this summer, bringing together sixty runners of all ages,....

  • Love Leeds Parks supported by Postcode Lottery players

    Love Leeds Parks is delighted to have been awarded £18,000 from The Wildlife Trusts' Green Community Grants Programme, funded by....

  • Community Blossom Events 2026

    We’re delighted to be working with volunteer groups and local charities to bring uplifting blossom celebrations to communities across Leeds....

  • Sunshine, smiles and community at Hunslet Moor Family Fun Day

    What a glorious day at Hunslet Moor Family Fun Day! With perfect summer weather backing an array of activities, the....

  • Let the good times roll: LS-TEN brings rollerskating to Hunslet Moor Park

    "The children and young people involved feel there is little on offer for them on weekends. For them, rollerskating has....

  • Connecting Hunslet, one step at a time with Involve Leeds.

    "Walking is good for my mental health." This Summer, Guided Walks with Involve Leeds turned simple strolls into powerful moments....

  • Championing youth sport at Hunslet Moor Park

    "My son has absolutely loved this day. It has been absolutely fantastic with lots of activities and meeting new friends,....

  • Bowls, brews and banter: Winter volunteering at Stanningley Park

    "I think it was nice that everyone mucked in and got stuff done, it's made such a noticeable difference." Stanningley....

  • Headphones on, feet moving: Bramley Baths brings silent Zumba to Stanningley Park

    This Summer, Bramley Baths proved that exercise can be both energising and peaceful! Wearing wireless headphones, participants could lose themselves....

  • Friends of Stanningley Park brings community together for a perfect day at the park

    "Fun activities for the kids, plenty of laughter and a real sense of community coming together. The best part is....

  • Community spirit shines at the Cross Flatts FC Summer Cup

    “We need more activities like this at Hunslet Moor, it makes the park feel alive” This Summer, Cross Flatts FC....

  • Community Blossom Events

    We are working with local volunteers and community organisations to deliver a programme of events celebrating the city's blossom this....

  • Have your say on Leeds in Blossom

    We hope you enjoy the city's blossom, whether you take a lunchtime stroll to explore your local orchard using our....

  • Explore the Leeds in Blossom Map

    There are many places to discover blossom in and around Leeds, including 100 community orchards across our 'fruitful' city. You....

  • Harehills Action Team guides residents to re-discover ‘hidden gem’.

    Harehills Action Team is a local community group that strives to foster community pride, increase volunteering, and co-create a sustainable....

  • Friends of Stanningley Park light up their community with lantern parade.

    Friends of Stanningley Park is a group of Stanningley residents committed to supporting the improvement of their local park.  In....

  • England Netball brings community netball to Meanwood Park.

    England Netball is the national governing body for England’s most played female team sport in the country. Over Summer 2024,....

  • Highfield Methodist Church brings popular fun run back to Wortley.

    After an extended hiatus, members of Highfield Methodist Church were delighted to be able to revive their previously popular annual....

  • Seacroft volunteers lead community celebration in The Rein Park.

    LS14 Trust, Rein Revolution and Climate Action Seacroft are three community-led organisations with shared values of supporting local people to....

  • Friends of Wortley Rec welcome residents to their local park with celebration day.

    Friends of Wortley Rec is a community-led volunteer group committed to improving the green space in and around New Wortley....

  • Friends of Burley Park inspire new volunteers with community planting initiative.

    Friends of Burley Park is a volunteer community group committed to improving the green space within and around Burley Park,....

  • Left Bank inspires residents to reflect and connect with ‘doodle-stretch’ Burley Park project.

    Situated in the heart of Hyde Park, Left Bank Leeds is a progressive space for creativity, culture and community, for....

  • Burley residents explore their community’s green heritage with Better Leeds Communities.

    Better Leeds Communities wants to make our city a better place to live for everyone. They offer a wide range....

  • Harehills Bowling Club sees residents of all ages compete in Summer ‘Bowlympic’ Games.

    Established in 1906, Harehills Bowling Club is an all-inclusive Crown Green Bowling Club and Community Hub. The club often organises....

  • Community Learning Partnerships brings family fun to Harehills Park.

    Community Learning Partnership is a Leeds-based charity, working to reduce deprivation and improve wellbeing by engaging residents in a positive....

  • RETAS introduces city’s green spaces to Welcome to Leeds project.

    RETAS is a community-based charity that supports the social, cultural and economic integration of refugees and asylum seekers in West....

  • Leeds Partnership Parks: The Halfway Point!

    We've reached the halfway point in our Leeds Partnership Parks project, with thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund and....

  • Celebrating Small Charity Week 2024!

    This year, to celebrate Small Charity Week, we asked our Trustees to tell us why they love volunteering with us!....

  • Leeds parks say ‘HelloHipHop’ with Spot Park Jam

    Hello Hip Hop has been supporting children across Leeds to lead happier, healthier, and safer lifestyles since 2018. With the....

  • 2023 Consultation Reports

    I can always reconnect with nature and myself when I visit [my local park].Anonymous contributor We're really pleased to launch....

  • 2023 in Season

    To celebrate all our achievements in 2023, we've launched the 2023 in Season with Love Leeds Parks, looking back at....

  • POSITION FILLED: We’re seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees

    Treasurer Vacancy – member of the Trustee Board This is an unwaged position. Love Leeds Parks is a young organisation....

  • Burley Park Blossom Launch

    Join us on Thursday, 27th April 2023 from 12:30pm, for the launch event of our exciting new project! Love Leeds....

  • Blossom trees in Burley Park

    Burley Park in Leeds has become the latest place to benefit from a National Trust blossom tree planting initiative to....

  • POSITIONS FILLED: We’re recruiting!

    We have 2 vacancies! Could you join our team and help us with the next phase of our development? COMMUNITY....

  • Love Leeds Parks Seeks Trustees

    Love Leeds Parks is an independent charity, set up to increase investment and engagement in Leeds’ public parks and green....

  • Awards for Excellence

    We are proud to have been nominated for ‘Partner of the Year’ at Leeds City Council’s award ceremony within their....

  • Answering your questions about the Leeds Partnership Parks project

    What is the Leeds Partnership Parks project? It’s a new and inclusive model of park management with the aim of....

  • POSITION FILLED: We’re recruiting a CEO for Love Leeds Parks

    We're seeking an experienced and enthusiastic leader to take the charity forward into its next exciting phase.  Job Purpose: To....

  • We’ve secured funding to improve Leeds parks

    We're delighted to announce that we have been awarded £249,995 by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, for the ‘Leeds Partnership....

  • We have a winner!

    We ran our first Signs of Spring photo competition this year. We received over 50 entries from keen photographers in....

  • Signs of Spring Photo Competition

    Keen photographers in Leeds are being encouraged to get out into their local parks, woods and green spaces to capture....

  • Friendships Formed Between Refugees and Older People During Park Visits

    Damasq organised visits to Meanwood and Middleton park for refugees and older residents of Leeds. The older residents shared their....

  • Wildflowers Planted in Cross Flatts Park

    A grant from Love Leeds Parks funded the installation of an information board and wildflower border by Friends of Cross....

  • Ouzlewell Green in Bloom Supported to Maintain Community Orchard 

    A Love Leeds Parks grant enabled Ouzlewell Green in Bloom to purchase equipment with which to maintain their community orchard.....

  • Miles Hill Children’s Playground

    Love Leeds Parks were delighted to contribute funding to the Miles Hill (Hill Top) scheme to rejuvenate a children’s playground.....

  • Love Leeds Parks Collaborates with Light Night on Tree Planting Fund

    September 2021 If you enjoy Light Night and wish to make a donation to support the event, all proceeds this....

  • Family Fun Day in Golden Acre Park

    August 2021 We are hosting an exciting launch event on Saturday 4th September from 10am - 4.30pm, in Golden Acre....

  • Help to Plant Trees in Leeds

    Leeds aims to plant 5.8 million trees in the next 25 years to help achieve its goal of becoming a....

  • Halton in Bloom Plant Trees to Inspire Community

    Halton in Bloom have planted six partially-grown trees in Grove Road Park, inspiring the community to get involved with conservation....

  • A History of Philanthropy and Public Parks in Leeds

    Historically, donors to Love Leeds Parks are in good company – in fact, local philanthropists made a significant contribution to....

  • Education Sessions for School Pupils Delivered by TCV

    The Conservation Volunteers utilised Love Leeds Parks grant funding to deliver 10 outdoor learning days at their Skelton Grange site....

  • Our Highlights of 2020

    Though 2020 was a difficult year for all, we are grateful that Love Leeds Parks was able to carry out....

  • Accessible Woodland Created at Rodley Nature Reserve

    Rodley Nature Reserve created an accessible birch tree copse in the dragonfly pond area of the reserve using grant funding....

  • Beck Wood Regeneration Project Complete

    A Love Leeds Parks grant funded the second stage of a regeneration project in Beck Wood, an area of woodland....

  • Shelter Project Completed in Boston Spa Park

    Congratulations to Boston Spa Parish Council on the completion of their project, funded by a grant from the Leeds Parks....

  • Leeds Coppice Workers Combat Erosion

    Leeds Coppice Workers have completed the installation of bundles of sticks on the slopes of the Oak Wood at Meanwood....

  • Love Leeds Parks Festival a Success

    The Love Leeds Parks Festival, which took place between the 8th and 16th August online and in parks, was a success! The....

  • Leeds Big Litter Debate

    What can be done about the litter epidemic in Leeds parks? Litter reached unprecedented levels during the summer with tonnes....

  • Festival Line Up Announced

    There will be five core days of online events, each with a different theme; nature, sports, discussion, heritage, and play.....

  • Launch of First Love Leeds Parks Festival

    We are proud to launch the first Love Leeds Parks Festival – a chance to celebrate the many benefits of parks....

  • Give a Little Back Campaign

    Parks have been a lifeline during lockdown. We have launched a campaign to enable people to give a little back....

  • New Pond at Gledhow Valley Woods

    Well done to Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods for completing their project to restore a long-neglected pond in the much....

  • Supporter Update

    Leeds Parks Fund news, Park Bench Quiz, Volunteers Needed for Love Parks Week….Read our Spring Supporter Update here. If you would....

  • Love Leeds Parks Quiz 2020

    Staying indoors is hard but it has highlighted the importance of public green space. We’ve launched a quiz to test....

  • Love Leeds Parks Update and Colouring Pages

    In light of Covid-19, active fundraising has been suspended for now. We are however still active on social media, so....

  • Love Leeds Parks Tabloid Published

    We have published a Love Leeds Parks tabloid newspaper. The newspaper is a fresh and thought-provoking way to increase awareness....

  • First Grants Focus on Environment

    Congratulation to the thirteen groups awarded funds in our first grant round. Over £23,000 was distributed to environmental NGOs and....

  • Quack! Quack! Our Highlights of the Year

    We have had a busy 2019 – our first year with a small dedicated staff team. A huge thank you....

  • Festive Merchandise on Sale

    We’re getting in the festive spirit and preparing to sell our new range of Love Leeds Parks merchandise at popular....

  • First Grants Round Opens

    First Grants Round Opens Our first grants is open – thanks to the generosity of business supporters and members of....

  • Successful Summer Roadshow

    Successful Summer Roadshow Leeds Parks Fund went on the road in August to raise awareness about our work and the....

  • Who Should Pay for Parks?

    Who Should Pay for Parks? A new report has called for a national debate on who should pay for the....

  • Rethinking Parks Project

    Rethinking Parks Project In 2018 the Leeds Parks Fund received funding from Rethinking Parks to undertake a 2-year project to....