Community Pantry Harvest Appeal

This harvest please consider donating items to help those in need in our community.

The Pantry would particularly welcome the following:

  • Tinned meat/fish
  • Cereals/porridge
  • Tinned veg/fruit
  • UHT milk/juice
  • Cooking Oil
  • Pasta sauce

You can drop items off at St James’ Church Office Monday – Thursday mornings. Thank you!

Get your produce ready to enter the Produce Show!

As part of this year’s Green Festival on Sunday 20th September 2026 HCA are hosting another family friendly  produce show. There are two main age categories:

Any Age

  • Best Root Vegetable
  • Best All Round Vegetable
  • Best selection of fruit
  • Best Collection of Vegetables (3-5 different vegetables grown by the exhibitor)

Children only – 7 years and under or Ages 8-14

  • Pot plant grown by young gardener
  • Best Sunflower
  • Best vegetable grown by young gardener

The show is open to all, and all entries are welcome.

Further details about how to enter will be published nearer the time.

Why not have a go?

Horsforth Shed Drop-In Sessions Tues and Thurs afternoons from 8th Sept

Want to get out of the house, learn new skills and make friends? Horsforth Shed Drop-In Sessions are open to any adult and run on Tuesdays 1-3pm & Thursdays 12.30-2.30pm.  The Shed is next to St James’ Church on Low Lane and has a well-equipped workshop with trained supervisors and a social area for refreshments. There are no set fees, they operate on a ‘give as you are able’ basis. For more info contact info@horsforthshed.co.uk or see their website.

Discipleship Explored Course starting Sunday 13th Sept at Lister Hill Baptist

Discipleship Explored is an eight-week course for Christians who want to explore or refresh what it means to walk daily with Jesus at the centre of their lives.

Based on Philippians and following a similar format to Alpha, each evening will include a shared meal, a video, and relaxed discussion around the topic.The course starts on Sunday 13th September at 5:00pm, and everyone is welcome.  Email office@lhbc.org.uk if you are interested in joining us.

Mother’s Union Meeting at St Margaret’s – Once a month usually 3rd Tuesday 2pm NEXT MEETING 15th SEPTEMBER

Mothers’ Union is an international Christian charity that supports families and campaigns for social justice.  We meet once a month at St Margaret’s Parish Centre and everyone is welcome to join us – tea and cake provided. Topics and dates for the next few meetings to come soon.

Bereavement Cafe Friday 18th September 1.30pm at Cragg Hill Baptist

Come along to this gentle welcoming space where you will be met with warmth, compassion and a cuppa.

Just come as you are, whether you want to chat or sit quiet.

For more details contact Lynn on bereavementcafe6@gmail.com or on 07809701493

Green Festival Sunday 20th September 11.30am – 3pm in Hall Park

Following the great success of the Green Festival last year, Horsforth Climate Action are working with Friends of Horsforth Hall Park to repeat the event this September.

If you are interested in hosting a stall at the festival you can  apply online.  Please make sure you have read our stall holder guidelines before completing your application.

The Bible Course – starting Weds 23rd Sept 7.30pm at Cragg Hill Baptist (fortnightly for 8 sessions)

This course will help you understand how the whole Bible fits together into one big story.

Great for both those new to and exploring faith and for those who have been in church for many years.  

Sessions are every other Wednesday evening at 7.30pm at Cragg Hill Baptist on Cragg Avenue and run for 8 sessions. Everyone welcome.

Jigsaw Sale Sat 26th September 10 -12.30 at Central Methodist (opposite the library)

Come and browse an impressive selection of jigsaws from only £1 each!

Refreshments and home baking available, so come and have a cuppa and cake!

Grove Cinema Friday 2nd October 6.45pm for 7 pm showing ‘The Book Thief’

Based on the beloved international bestselling book, The Book Thief tells the story of Liesel, an extraordinary and courageous young girl sent to live with a foster family in World War II Germany. She learns to read with encouragement from her new family and Max, a Jewish refugee who they are hiding under the stairs. For Liesel and Max, the power of words and imagination become the only escape from the tumultuous events happening around them. 

The Book Thief is a life-affirming story of survival and of the resilience of the human spirit.

Starring Geoffrey Rush, Emily Watson and Sophie Nelisse.

Horsforth Farmer’s Market

Horsforth Farmers’ Market Sat 3rd October 9am – 12.30pm – Birthday Special

Come and Celebrate the 14th Birthday of the Market with cake, and the presentation of community grants. As well as live entertainment, crafts and games for kids and lots of local produce.

Choir Festival at St James’ Church, Low Lane Sat 10th October 6 -8.30pm

Don’t miss the St James’ Choir Festival featuring the Horsforth Community Choir, three choirs from the Horsforth Music Centre, MOSS (Men Only Singing Songs from Ben Rhydding) and the Love Pop Choir.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS, ONLY £5 EACH

Grove Craft Fair Sat 17th Oct 10am – 3pm at The Grove Centre

The Grove Methodist are running their third Craft Fair on Sat 17th October – they have proved very popular events in the past.

There will be a lovely array of beautiful things to browse, plus a cafe for refreshments.

Come and get unique gifts for Christmas or treat yourself!

  • Jewellery
  • Decoupage
  • Blankets
  • Art and Prints
  • Embroidered gifts
  • Resin items
  • Handmade Games
  • and much more!

Entrance on New Street, free admission.