Past events

Thurs 25th April 1pm at St Margaret’s Church – Perfectly Pitched free concert

Come and hear wonderful harp music by Teresa Barros Pereira Ramao, in an informal setting, and accessible for all.

Doors open at noon for refreshments, concert at 1pm, donations welcome.

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 6th April 9.00 -12.30

An Easter themed Market with music by Richard Stirland; get your bike marked for security by WY Police, or chat with Horsforth Town Council reps, plus lots of great product stalls as usual.

Grove Cinema Friday 5th April 6.45pm ‘RISEN’ with Joseph Fiennes

Starring Joseph Fiennes. In 33 AD, a Roman Tribune in Judea is tasked to find the missing body of Jesus Christ, who rose from the dead.

Good Friday 29th March – Walk of Witness and Service

11.00am: A few singers to meet at Bedford Court to sing hymns to residents. (Contact Phil Maud if you can join this group).
THIS HAS BEEN CANCELLED by Bedford Court, sorry.

11.30 am: Walk of Witness Everyone meet outside Central Methodist (near Library) – Follow the cross and sing hymns along Town St

12 noon: Outdoor service at The Green

12.30 pm: Hot Cross Buns and Soup at The Grove

ALL WELCOME!

Easter Egg Hunt at St James’ Sat 30th March 10-12

‘Our very popular Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Saturday – children young and old are invited to join in! It’s one of our ways of celebrating Easter and God’s love of fun.  There’ll be prizes of sweets for egg finders, a chocolate tombola, Easter crafts and refreshments and a chance to meet the characters from the Easter story.’ 

Sunrise Service Easter Sunday 6.30am Hunger Hills

Nigel says ‘with an earlier Easter, this year you can have a lie in! We will start at 6.30am instead of the usual 6am’

Meet at the Viewing Board in Hunger Hills Woods for a short service celebrating the resurrection of Christ.

Sat 23rd March 10am – 1pm Operation Christmas Child Conference at Lister Hill

Lister Hill Baptist Church has been involved in the Operation Christmas Child shoe box appeal for over 10 years & in the last two years has been an area drop-off centre.  On 23rd March they are hosting their regional conference 10am – 1pm including a free lunch.  Come along and hear more about the work of Operation Christmas Child and how you can get involved. You’ll be inspired to see how God is using simple shoebox gifts to change lives, families, and communities, through the Good News of the Gospel.

To book your free place and free lunch please email Clare.Porter@samaritans-purse.org.uk

Lent with Van Gogh – a series of Talks on Sunday evenings 6.30pm at St Margaret’s Parish Centre

Sunday 3rd March Creation’s song
Ever since the creation of the world his eternal power and divine nature, invisible though they are, have been understood and seen through the things he has made. (Romans 1. 20
Sunday 10th March: Imago Dei
‘What are human beings that you are mindful of them, or mortals, that you care for them?  (Hebrews 2.6)
Sunday 17th March Adding Colour
After this I saw another angel coming down from heaven, having great authority; and the earth was made bright with his splendour. (Revelation 18.1)
Sunday 24th March: Reflections on Mortality “He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief” (Isaiah 53.3)

Horsforth Climate Action Meeting Sun 3rd March 2 – 4pm

What do donuts have to do with our world and climate action?

Why not come along on Sun 3rd March 2 – 4pm to this information meeting for everyone to come along and hear more about what is going on in Horsforth Climate Action, plus enjoy a donut at the same time!

Everyone very welcome!

Spring Fayre Sat 2nd March 10 am – 1.30pm Central Methodist

Enjoy a Bacon Butty and browse stalls with cakes, lovely craft items, cards, books, bric a brac, jigsaws and a tombola.

All proceeds towards the new BOILER that Central are in desperate need of !

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 2nd March 9.00 – 12.30

Enjoy music by Horsforth Music Centre, sample street food from Mario’s, stock up on great quality products with our regular and guest stalls, and find out more about Horsforth Community Cafe.

Horsforth Farmers’ Market Website

Grove Cinema Friday 1st March 6.45pm ‘Billy Elliott – the Musical’

A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the disintegration of his family.

Donations welcome to cover costs.

Perfectly Pitched Concert Thurs 29th Feb 1pm

Enjoy the first concert of the year with Deborah Pennington and Val Barr playing great music together.

Refreshments from 12 noon, concert at 1pm, free and accessible, donations welcome.

Friday Night Live at St Margaret’s -Friday 23rd Feb 7pm

This week Friday 23rd Feb it is a social evening with Ukrainians and Friends, with art and conversation.

Pay as you feel soft drinks and snacks, bring your own alcohol.

*NEW* Kids Film Matinee at The Grove Centre

First one Sat 17th Feb 2.30pm ‘Frozen’ (2013)

A new venture is starting at The Grove – bring the kids for a film afternoon (will be once every half-term on a Saturday).

Kicking off with this ever popular film ‘Frozen’ – kids are encouraged to come dressed up as their favourite character from the film! Snacks will be available.

Friday Night Live at St Margaret’s – every Friday 7 – 9pm. This Friday 16th Feb Indoor Bowls and Music

Horsforth Community Assets Projects & friends are excited to announce a new weekly social taking place 7 till 9pm every Friday at St Margaret’s Church.

Soft drinks and snacks are served on a pay-as-you-feel basis and you can bring your own alcoholic drinks. Everyone is welcome!

Sun 4th Feb 6.30pm at St Margaret’s – Climate Action Service

St Margaret’s is holding a climate action service on Sunday 4th February at 6:30pm in the St Margaret’s Eco-centre.

Climate Action Saturday – Sat 3rd Feb 2-4pm The Sea Starts Here, plus collection of donated items

The first Saturday afternoon of every month there is Climate Action Saturday at St Margaret’s at the same time as the Repair Cafe in the Parish Hall.

1. See the Water Quality Art installation and make a contribution to it; what we do here directly affects our seas and wildlife
2. Bring your unwanted mobile phones, laptops, binoculars, men’s clothes & trainers, bags and suitcases; these will be distributed to those in need.

First Market of the Year – Sat 3rd Feb 9am – 12.30pm

This time enjoy music provided by The Retrotones, and find out information at the Community Matters stalls – Horsforth Allotments Association and Horsforth Town Council.

Friday 2nd Feb 6.45pm Come and see the film Chocolat at The Grove Cinema

Chocolat – A French woman and her young daughter open up a chocolate shop in a small remote village causing a shake up the rigid morality of the community.

Free entry but donations welcome.

More information on Grove Cinema

Weds 24th Jan 4.30pm Evensong in the Trinity Chapel

Leeds Trinity Chaplaincy are celebrating Christian Unity Week with a lovely Evensong service including music and prayer, and they invite people from all the churches in Horsforth to join them in this ecumenical expression of unity.

Refreshments included.

Leeds Trinity University, Brownberrie Lane, parking available.

Sunday 21st Jan – Pulpit Swap

As part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18th – 25th Jan), churches in Horsforth will be exchanging preachers/leaders for the morning service. Details below:

Thurs 18th Jan 7pm at St Mary’s Church – Eucharistic Healing Service

A lovely service with music by St Mary’s Music Group and a beautiful opportunity to pray for healing for yourself or others, whether physical, psychological, or spiritual. Remember Jesus is alive, and miracles can and do happen! Everyone is welcome, including non-Catholics and those of no faith – all that is needed is an openness to Jesus. You are free to pray however you feel comfortable, everyone is included.

Next HCT Meeting (AGM) Weds 10th Jan 7.30pm at St James’ Woodside

Join us for the first meeting of the year to share and plan together, including AGM items.

Friday 5th January 6.45pm – Film at The Grove Cinema – Mamma Mia (2008)

Enjoy Mamma Mia on the first film night of the year at Grove Cinema.

Free entry but donations welcome,refreshments available in the interval.

Horsforth Town of Sanctuary has several volunteering opportunities (see HERE for more details).If you would like to volunteer, there is a Volunteer Training Session on Thurs 4th January at Cragg Hill Church 9.30am – 12 noon led by Rose McCarthy to help you understand more about those seeking asylum.
Please contact Rose for more details: rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

Sat 2nd Dec 12 -7pm Christmas Lights Switch On / Christmas Market / Activities in The Grove

Lots to do on Town St, music and stalls, plus in The Grove you can browse the Community Wreath display, have a cuppa, learn about eco Christmas ideas, do a craft activity, follow the Christmas character trail, or let the tots play for a while.

Christmas Farmer’s Market Sat 2nd Dec 9 -12.30

With music from Steel Concordia and Horsforth Choral Society, come and get into the Christmas spirit and find good products for the season. As usual the Nativity stable will be making an appearance.

Grove Cinema ‘Life of Pi’ Friday 1st Dec 6.45pm

A young man who survives a disaster at sea is hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery. While cast away, he forms an unexpected connection with another survivor: a fearsome Bengal tiger.

PG film. All welcome.

The Real Refugees – Mon 27th Nov 7.30pm at St Mary’s School Hall

What is is really like to feel for your life and seek sanctuary in the U.K.? What can we all do to help? Come along to hear personal stories from those seeking sanctuary, and an update on the national situation – light refreshments provided.

St Mary’s School is on Broadgate Lane near St Mary’s Church, postcode LS18 5AB.

PERFECTLY PITCHED – FREE CONCERT THURS 23rd NOV 1pm at St Margaret’s

For this last concert of 2023, we welcome the Arian Flute Trio – An exciting flute trio made up of graduates from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama who enjoy performing a variety of music from quintessential baroque flute trios to quirky modern pieces. 
As always, refreshments from 12 noon, concert at 1pm, donations welcome.

Messy Church sessions in November

Come along to have fun, make crafts, learn about God, chat about life and meet new friends!

The Grove Methodist: Sun 12th Nov 4pm (every second Sunday of the month)
St James’ Woodside: Sun 18th Nov

4pm (every third Sunday of the month

Shoebox Packing Party at Lister Hill Baptist Sat 11th Nov 10-12 noon

No need to bring anything – come and help pack lovely boxes of joy for children across the world, over a cuppa and cake.
Lister is a collection centre so you can also drop off items or full boxes at other times – see HERE.

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 4th Nov 9am – 12.30

Find out about the many activities at U3a and meet Town Councillors, plus enjoying some music by Richard Stirland, as well as visiting our guest stalls and all the regulars of course. HFM has a newly refreshed website HERE

Horsforth Climate Action Green Travel Fair -Sat 4th Nov 2-4pm St Margaret’s – plus Repair Cafe

Lots going on at the Green Travel Fair – bring your bike to get fixed, or create bike art!

Harry Baker – Poetry/Spoken Word – Weds 1st Nov 8pm – tickets £10.32 /£12.34

RESTRICTED VIEW TICKETS ONLY, OTHERS SOLD OUT.
World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is a poet /comedian and maths graduate, who will keep you mesmerised and in stitches with his witty repertoire. “Harry Baker’s intricate, quick-fire rhymes have always been on the impressive side of mind-blowing” – The Scotsman. Bar open at 7pm and interval refreshments available.

Granny’s Attic – Folk Music Band – Thurs 2nd Nov 8pm – tickets £15.38/£12.34

With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are much loved by audiences up and down the country. Described by Folk Radio as “one of the most exciting and accomplished English folk acts on the scene right now”.
Bar open at 7pm and interval refreshments available.

FREE Family Movie Matinee ‘The Prince of Egypt’ – Fri 3rd Nov 3pm – Now Free to all!

Bring the family for this academy award winning animation of the exciting story of Moses. Movie snacks available in the Tuck Shop.

This event is FREE OF CHARGE, but you will need to book a ticket by clicking on the link below. Donations welcome on the day.

Movie Night showing ‘The Way’ with Martin Sheen – Fri 3rd Nov 7pm – tickets £4.25 or 5 for 4

NOTE: THE GROVE CINEMA ARE JOINING WITH THIS EVENT – IF YOU NORMALLY GO TO THE GROVE CINEMA, DO COME ALONG TO THIS FILM NIGHT – please book below.

An American father travels to France to retrieve the body of his estranged son, who died while attempting the pilgrimage to Spain’s Santiago de Compostela. He resolves to take the journey himself, in an effort to understand both himself and his son.
Get 5 tickets for the price of 4 with Code DISC01.

Mon 2nd Oct 5.30pm – 7pm Horsforth Town of Sanctuary meeting at St Mary’s Catholic Church

Everyone welcome to join this group as we continue to make actions to ensure all are welcomed in Horsforth.

For more details contact Rose McCarthy on rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

New Memory Cafe starting Weds 27th Sept 1.30pm at Horsforth Sports Club

Theme on 27th Sept will be ‘Harvest’, with games, fun and refreshments.

Thurs 21st Sept Perfectly Pitched Free Accessible Concert

Come and enjoy music by Avenue Ensemble, who love to make classical and film music accessible and enjoyable for everyone in a fun, social setting.

Messy Church sessions restarting in September

Come along to have fun, make crafts, learn about God, chat about life and meet new friends!

The Grove Methodist: Sun 10th Sept 4pm (every second Sunday of the month)
St James’ Woodside: Sun 17th Sept 4pm (every third Sunday of the month

End of Summer Party Sat 9th Sept 1pm -7.30pm – by the Town Team

Horsforth Town Team are delighted to announce that their next community event will be on the 9th September on New Road Side:

‘It’s harder to close New Road Side than Town Street so we’re taking over the wide pavements, the car park behind Horsforth Brewery, and the car park next to the new Three Swords pub.’.

‘We have bands. We have local makers. We have free kids’ crafts. We have all your favourite shops, restaurants and bars. And it’s completely FREE to attend!’

Part of the St James’ Woodside 175 Anniversary year of events – find out all those interesting facts about the history of St James’ and pick up a copy of the Special Anniversary Booklet. Detective Trail and Craft activities for kids and refreshments in the Parish Centre. More details

The Grove Cinema Friday 8th Sept 6.45pm – Mandela Long Walk to Freedom

The incredible true story of Nelson’s extraordinary life from his childhood in a rural village to being the first democratically elected President of South Africa. With Idris Elba and Naomie Harris.

Free but Donations welcome / refreshments available.

NEXT Horsforth Churches Together meeting

Weds 6th Sept 7.30pm at Cragg Hill Baptist

Join us as we start the ‘new term’ and discuss what we will be doing together this Autumn.

Tues 5th Sept 5.30pm – 7pm Horsforth Town of Sanctuary meeting at St Mary’s Catholic Church

Everyone welcome to join this group as we continue to make actions to ensure all are welcomed in Horsforth.

For more details contact Rose McCarthy on rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

EcoThreads Fair by Horsforth Climate Action – Sat 2nd Sept 2-5pm at St Margaret’s Church

Bring your clothes – to swap in the clothes swap, or donate (men’s clothing) for local refugees (more details on what is needed HERE). Got clothes that need mending? No problem – bring them along to be stitched up! Plus .. swap School Uniform, make a pan scourer from fruit plastic mesh bags or learn about natural nappies! Not forgetting the regular repair cafe next door in the Parish Centre. This is a Horforth Climate Action event.

Sat 2nd Sept Horsforth Farmers’ Market 9.30am

This month we have a new coffee stand, music by Richard Stirland, information about Horsforth Evening Classes and activities by Horsforth Town of Sanctuary.

Due to great demand, this club quickly booked up and there are no more spaces, very sorry. You are welcome to join for the end of week BBQ!

Seaside Rock Holiday Club at Lister Hill Baptist – 7th -11th August (FULLY BOOKED)

A fun week for ages 5-12 (up to yr. 7), Mon 7th Aug to Fri 11th Aug  8.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m.

The holiday club will have crafts, games, music, dance, outing (on the Wednesday), talks, quizzes, picnics in the park and lots more fun…Cost is just £30 per child for the week or £25 per child for family discount.  Day rate £7.50. 

On Friday 11th August: We will be having the End of holiday club celebration for all the family: so please come join us from Midday with barbeque etc.

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 5th August 9.00-12.30

We will enjoy music from the Retrotones, Horsforth Town Council and Aireborough Girl Guiding will be on the Community Matters Stall, and we will welcome a new stall called Yoyo Laos Sauce!

Free online Lecture Series by Leeds Trinity University, next one Mon 24th July on Art as Encounter

The aim of our inaugural lecture series ‘Beyond the Dark Clouds’ is to support the university, with its Catholic roots, to have a voice in the public square about justice, law-enforcement, the police, the nature of education, business ethics, spirituality, leadership and contemplation and the arts.

Sunday 23rd July 2pm at St James’ – St James’ Day Cream Tea followed by Civic Service at 4pm

St James’ is celebrating a 175-year anniversary this year and the Civic Service is incorporated into those celebrations.  They are hosting a St James’ Day Cream Tea from 2pm until 4pm in the St James’ Parish Centre (adjacent the church).  This will provide an opportunity for visitors to hear updates about and see the progress of the Horsforth Shed, which was officially opened during the Civic Service in 2021. The Civic Service will then follow at 4pm and they invite those who’ve enjoyed tea and scones to join the service, together with local councillors. 

Friday 21st July 6.45pm Grove Cinema – ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’

Whitney Houston, a talented young singer, sings in her church choir. However, her life changes when a record producer attends one of her performances and offers her a recording contract.  This film is a joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, one of the greatest female R&B pop vocalists of all time, tracking her journey from obscurity to musical super stardom.

Free admission but donations welcome. See their website for more details

Rachel Ford’s Licensing Service at St Peter’s Rawdon Weds 5th July 7pm

We are sorry to say good-bye to Rachel as her curacy finishes at St Margaret’s Church mid June, but she won’t be far away! A warm welcome to all to join in with her special service of induction at St Peter’s Rawdon on Weds 5th July at 7pm. Parking is available at the school just up the road from the church.

Horsforth Walk of Art Weekend 1st and 2nd July

This year the Walk of Art is even bigger with extra exhibitions to celebrate ‘Leeds 23’. Make sure you get time to visit Calverlands Day Centre Hub, and The Grove Methodist which will be all about Climate Action!

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 1st July

We are on the map for the Horsforth Walk of Art with some music from Horsforth Music Centre for you to enjoy – why not pop by as you follow the Art trails around Horsforth!

Horsforth Gala Sat 24th June – Parade from 12.05, Park activities from 12.30pm

Loads of fun at the Gala again this year – shows, children’s entertainment, stalls, refreshments, funfair, plus family fun in the Horsforth Churches Together area. If you can help on the day for an hour or two, please email duncan@horsforthchaplaincy.org

Next film showing at Grove Cinema – Ticket to Paradise on Friday 23rd June 6.45pm

A man and his ex-wife race to Bali, Indonesia, to stop their daughter from marrying a seaweed farmer. As they desperately try to sabotage the wedding, the bickering duo soon find themselves rekindling old feelings that once made them happy together.

Free admission, donations welcome.

See more on their WEBSITE

Trinity Sunday Funday 4th June 1pm at Leeds Trinity University

Leeds Trinity University is inviting everyone from the Horsforth community to join them for food and fun!

The celebrations start at 12 noon with Mass in the chapel, followed by the Funday at 1pm outside.

Bookings have now closed, but you can still attend on the day.

Sponsored by Horsforth Town Council and supported by Horsforth Churches Together.

Perfectly Pitched Family Friendly Concert – Thurs 1st June 1pm- Brass Quintet of Opera North

Bring the kids to to this fun filled concert in half-term where you will hear all the main instruments of the brass family. Five members of the Orchestra of Opera North will be bringing an entertaining hour of music for all the family to enjoy. Guaranteed to be fun!

Refreshments from 12 noon, concert at 1pm, donations welcome.

Film night at The Grove Friday 26th May 6.45pm ‘Mrs Harris goes to Paris’

“Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris” tells the story of a widowed cleaning lady in 1950s London who falls madly in love with a couture Dior dress and decides that she must have one of her own. After she works, starves, and gambles to raise the funds to pursue her dream, she embarks on an adventure to Paris which will change not only her own outlook, but the very future of the House of Dior.

All welcome, free event but donations welcome.

‘Thy Kingdom Come’ Prayer stations at St James’ Woodside Church

Church open on Sunday 21st May and Monday 22nd until 6pm – come and visit the prayer stations and pray for our community.
Weds 24th May 7 – 8pm: Prayer Meeting

Dementia Action Week Events in Horsforth starting Monday 15th May

A full week of events have been organised by Dementia Friendly Horsforth to mark Dementia Action Week – find one you are interested in and join in:

Donate to build better lives – Christian Aid Week Sun 14th – Sat 20th May

Donating online is easy, but don’t worry if you can’t because some churches will have envelopes. Find out more about the big difference your donation will make HERE. Find details of how to to pay in funds you have collected HERE.

The Grove Cinema Next free Film Night Friday 19th May 6.45pm The Notebook

Being shown as part of Dementia Awareness Week

At a modern-day nursing home, an elderly man named Duke reads a romantic story from his notebook to a female patient. The story, from the 1940s, tells of a poor yet passionate young man (Ryan Gosling) who falls in love with a rich young woman (Rachel McAdams), giving her a sense of freedom, but they are soon separated because of their social differences.

All welcome, free event but donations welcome.

Perfectly Pitched – Next free lunchtime concert is on Thurs 18TH MAY at 1pm with Neil Balfour

Leeds­-based international, versatile bass­baritone and voiceover artist who performs solo recitals with opera and theatre companies. A recent finalist of the VOBO awards (Voice of Black and South Asian Opera singers). Neil will be accompanied by Peter Reasbeck.

Sponsored by Dudleys Civil Engineers and supported by Horsforth Churches Together.

Echoes of the Highlands Friday 12th May 7pm

St Margaret’s Church invite you to a fundraising event – a rare opportunity to see this award winning piper perform a solo concert in the spectacular ruins of Kirkstall Abbey. Tickets from £10.54 on Eventbrite.

Coronation Party – Saturday 6th May 2 -8pm

‘Horsforth Town Team working with Horsforth Town Council. We would like to invite all the lovely people and community of Horsforth and surrounding areas to come and join us for our King’s Coronation party taking place on Town Street.
We will be closing the road like we did for our successful Christmas market. There will be live music from local musicians and performers through out the event, local makers and traders with stalls offering amenities, food and drink stalls and gifts, also craft activities for children and much, much more.’

A Talk on Dementia by Dr Wendy Mitchell – SAT 29th April 2 -4pm at St Margaret’s Parish Centre

Dementia Friendly Horsforth are proud to host the inspirational author Dr Wendy Mitchell, who was diagnosed with early onset dementia 8 years ago. FREE event with refreshments – book on Eventbrite or pick up tickets from the Town Council office or from Morrisons (from Sarah Marston, Community Champion)

*NEW DATE for next Farmer’s Market – Sat 29th April*

Due to the Coronation Celebrations the next Farmer’s Market has been brought forward a week and will be on 29th April.

Enjoy Richard Stirland providing music, and find out more about Dementia Friendly Horsforth at the Community Stall (see also their event on the same day below).

West Yorkshire Police  will be offering a free Bike marking workshop providing cycle security advice and security marking – so bring your bikes along!

*EVENT NOW REARRANGED FOR FRIDAY 28TH APRIL*

Horsforth Town of Sanctuary Launch Event – FRIDAY 28th APRIL 6pm at St Margaret’s Church

Bringing together local residents and people seeking sanctuary to share food, hear stories, and have fun!

Enjoy sharing food from different countries made by our friends, find out about other cultures, hear stories from those who seek sanctuary, browse an exhibition of art by local children on the theme of ‘Welcome’, and take part in a fun quiz!

The Lost King – Friday 14th April 6.45pm Film Night at The Grove Cinema

In this inspiring true story, amateur historian Philippa Langley believes she has made the archeological find of the century: the lost burial site of King Richard III. She takes on Britain’s most eminent historians, forcing them to rethink the legacy of one of the most controversial rulers in English history.

Easter Sunday 9th April 6am – Sunrise Service on Hunger Hills

Meet by the Viewing Information Board for a reflective service on the joy and wonder of the first Easter morning.

Easter Saturday 8th April 10-12 – Easter Egg Hunt at St James’ Woodside

‘At St James’ we are once again hosting our very popular Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Saturday, April 8th.  We invite children young and old to join in from 10.00 ‘til 12.00 noon.  It’s one of our ways of celebrating Easter and God’s love of fun.  There’ll be prizes of sweets for egg finders, a chocolate tombola, Easter crafts and refreshments and a chance to meet the characters from the Easter story.
You won’t need money for the Hunt or drinks – you’ll need it only if you go to the cake stall or try your luck at the tombola!  We’ll be going ahead whether it’s rain or shine – but we’re hoping for great Spring weather!’

Good Friday 7th April 11.30am Walk of Witness

11.30 am: Meet outside Central Methodist (near Library) – Follow the cross and sing hymns along Town St

12 noon: Outdoor service at The Green

12.30 pm: Hot Cross Buns and Soup at The Grove

ALL WELCOME!

Seven Words from the Cross – Tues 4th April 7-8pm at Trinity University Chapel – HCT special service

This beautiful and thought-provoking life size statue of Jesus on the cross will be our setting for reflecting together on the last words of Jesus. Join us for this special service run by HCT in partnership with Leeds Trinity University Chaplaincy.

Free parking available, please enter by the main gate on Brownberrie Lane.

Refreshments after the service.

Sat 1st April 2pm -5pm – Green Gardening Fair at St Margaret’s (by Horsforth Climate Action)

Learn about how to Grow your Own, meet many enthusiastic gardeners, get advice, hear about local initiatives and much more.

Free seedlings to take away!

Sat 1st April morning -Horsforth Farmer’s Market

Easter activities for children, Dave Prater providing music and St Margaret’s Mother’s Union on the Horsforth Matters stall.

See Horsforth Farmer’s Market website for details of guest stalls.

A Celebration of Woodside Methodist Saturday 25th March 2-5pm

Let’s join together to celebrate all that Woodside Methodist has meant over it’s long history, with tea, cake and memories! Everyone welcome.

175 Year – Anniversary Choir Festival -Sat 18th March 6pm at St James’ Woodside

St James’ Woodside has been making music for 175 years. As part of their anniversary celebrations they are hosting a choir festival on Saturday 18 March, starting at 18.00.

The festival will feature several local choirs and a varied programme of music.

Tickets are available at a cost of £6.78 each, which includes interval refreshments.

You can purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/3w7onl3

Friday 17th March 6.45pm West Side Story – Next Film Night at The Grove

Love at first sight strikes when young Tony spots Maria at a high school dance in 1957 New York City. Their burgeoning romance helps to fuel the fire between the warring Jets and Sharks — two rival gangs vying for control of the streets. 

Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story presents a new look at the classic musical that lives up to its beloved forebear — and in some respects might even surpass it. 

Perfectly Pitched – Next free lunchtime concert is on Thurs 16th March at 1pm

Everyone Welcome, why not come and listen!

DUE TO THE SNOW WE SADLY HAD TO POSTPONE THIS EVENT – look out for a new date which will be published soon. Thank you.

POSTPONED – Horsforth Town of Sanctuary Launch Event – Friday 10th March 6pm at St Margaret’s Church

Bringing together local residents and people seeking sanctuary to share food, hear stories, and have fun!

Enjoy sharing food from different countries made by our friends, find out about other cultures, hear stories from those who seek sanctuary, browse an exhibition of art by local children on the theme of ‘Welcome’, and take part in a fun quiz!

Still time to join the Alpha Course (Sundays at 6pm at Lister Hill Baptist Church)

Alpha is a great opportunity to explore and ask some of the big questions of life and consider how the Christian faith wrestles with them. Make friends, enjoy a light meal  together and ask any question. There will be 10 sessions over March to May, with a break for Easter. See HERE for more details.

Horsforth Town of Sanctuary Steering Group meeting Tues 21st Feb 7.30pm at The Stables

Anyone is welcome to join us as we continue to explore how Horsforth can be a place of welcome, including planning the Launch event on 10th March. Any queries please email Rose McCarthy on Rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

Next Film at The Grove Cinema – Elvis (2022) Friday 10th Feb 6.45pm

Elvis follows the story of infamous rock ‘n’ roll star Elvis Presley seen through the eyes of his controversial manager Colonel Tom Parker. The film explores Elvis Presley’s highs and lows 
and the many challenges and controversies he 
received throughout his career.

FREE to attend, donations welcome.

More details at The Grove Cinema website

Next Town of Sanctuary Meeting – Monday 23rd Jan at 7.30pm at The Stables

Join us as we continue the conversation of how Horsforth can take action and be more welcoming and supportive to those far from home. Any queries please contact Rose McCarthy at rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

Prayer Space Event Tues 24th Jan 12 noon – 4pm + evening 7-9pm at The Grove Hall

Drop in any time you want to browse the informative displays to help you pray, and/or join us on the hour for prayer together on a theme.

We are bringing together in one place some easy to read displays with pictures, brief information and prayer pointers about a range of aspects, such as Children and Youth (incl Open the Book etc), Businesses / Farmer’s Market, Prayer for each of our Churches, HCT Events coming up and Local Issues.

Sunday 22nd Jan – Pulpit Swap across Horsforth Churches

Enjoy a different style of preaching with a visit by a preacher from a different church!

Evensong & Blessing of the Light – Weds 18th Jan at 4.30pm at Leeds Trinity University Chapel (Brownberrie Lane)

A short service with music from the LTU Chapel Choir  – after a blessing of the light, sung psalms, scripture reading, all are warmly invited to stay for complimentary refreshments.  

LTU Chaplaincy would love you to join them for this evening of prayer, fellowship and unity. 

Taizé Service for Christian Unity at St Mary’s, Horsforth on Tuesday 17th January, 7-8pm. 

Candlelit ecumenical prayer service animated by our parish musicians using music from Taize, marking the start of the Octave for Christian Unity. All welcome!

Grove Cinema – Next Film Friday 13th January 6.45pm

Fisherman’s Friends:One and All

This film is the follow up to the 2019 hit UK film Fisherman’s Friends about the famous sea shanty singing group from Port Isaac, Cornwall.

After the success of their first album, the Fisherman’s Friends struggle to adjust to their new-found fame and work towards a second album.

Weds 11th Jan 7.30pm – Next Horsforth Churches Together Meeting

Venue is The Grove Parlour – entrance is on New Street in the lower car park

Everyone welcome to attend – this is our AGM with decisions to be made on Chair and Vice Chair and events coming up such as Prayer for Christian Unity, Lent and Easter.

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Look out for a group coming round the pubs and join in the fun singing along with well-known carols!

A well-loved institution in the Horsforth Christmas Calendar, with 600 or more people attending and a great atmosphere. Come and join in – with free mince pies, drinks, singers and a band, plus the nativity scene, it’s a great time for all the community.

The Grove Cinema – Friday 2nd December 6.45pm

Disney’s animated classic takes on a new form in a live action version, with a widened mythology and an all-star cast. A young Prince, imprisoned in the form of a Beast (Dan Stevens), can be freed only by true love. What may be his only opportunity arrives when he meets Belle (Emma Watson), the only human girl to ever visit the castle since it was enchanted.

As always, free admission, but donations welcome.

Eco-warriors, Tree Worship and Creation Care – a 6 week course by Thinking Faith Network starts 20th Oct

This course by Mark Roques introduces a Christian worldview approach to creation care.

20th October How does consumerism lead to ecological destruction?
27th October Why do some people blame the Bible for the current crisis?
3rd November Why do some people worship trees?
10th November How do mystics view trees and whales?
17th November Why do deep ecologists believe that humans are vermin?
24th November How does the book of Colossians give us wisdom and hope?

How can Horsforth do More to be a Good Neighbour? – Weds 16th November at 7.30pm at St Mary’s Hall, Horsforth

After hearing inspiring personal stories from 3 refugees and asylum seekers at our last meeting, we are continuing the conversation about what we can do to support and help. We would love you to join us.

Any queries please contact rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org

Horsforth Churches Together meeting – Weds 2nd November at 7.30pm (at Cragg Hill)

The next meeting to discuss what we are doing together as churches and community in Horsforth. One of the items will be to discuss how we can provide more spaces for a Warm Welcome in winter. We would love to see you there.

‘Godly Play’ Taster Session / Experience – Sat 29th Oct 10 am-12 noon at Cragg Hill Baptist Church

Godly play is an approach to Christian nurture which is widely used with children and adults throughout the world.  It takes spirituality seriously and allows space and time for participants to  explore and develop an understanding of God through engaging with bible stories.

INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL EVENING with food and live band – FRIDAY 21st OCTOBER from 7pm at Holy Name Church Hall, Otley Old Rd

Messy Church at St James’ Woodside Sun 16th Oct 4pm

Come along to have fun, make crafts, learn about God and chat about life, meet new friends and share a meal together. A lovely afternoon for children aged from tots to 11years with parents and carers. Invite a friend!

NEXT FILM NIGHT AT GROVE CINEMA – ‘Phantom of the Open’ (not the Opera!) Friday 14th October at 6.45pm

Come and watch this comedy drama – the heart-warming true story of Maurice Flitcroft, who entered the 1976 Open despite never playing a round of golf before.

As always the Grove Cinema is free entry, donations welcome.

For more details see their website