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Become a home sharer

Published: 23 Nov 20

Would you be interested in sharing a property with a resident to provide assistance around the home? Leeds Homeshare is run by Leeds City Council and there is currently a vacancy in Thorner. Read More...

Sign Design Competition

Published: 12 Nov 20

Calling all young budding designers! The Friends of Stables Lane are looking for a unique design for our new sign pointing to the park. We're encouraging all local schools and organisations to get creative and enter the competition. Read More...

Remembrance Sunday

Published: 2 Nov 20

This year's Remembrance Sunday arrangements will be different. There will be no procession or gathering at the Village Hall, however there is an online Service of Remembrance on Sunday 8th November at 11am which can be joined live at www.BramhamBenefice.org/online-services or at Facebook.com/BramhamBenefice. This includes the reading of Boston Spa's roll of honour by former Parish Councillor, Steve Morritt. The Parish Council will be laying a wreath, but we kindly ask people not to gather at the Village Hall at 11am. If you wish to visit the memorial, please visit over the duration of the day in family groups or bubbles. Read More...

PACT Meetings

Published: 29 Sep 20

The next Wetherby PACT meeting will take place on Tuesday 3 November 2020 at 6.30pm via Zoom. The Zoom details are as follows; https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/68907285211 Meeting ID: 689 0728 5211 Passcode: 094558 Read More...

Boston Spa Walking for Health

Published: 9 Sep 20

The walk takes place every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, starting and finishing at Boston Spa Methodist Church. The walks will be 30-60 minutes depending on the weather, walking conditions and participants. The walks will be routed along footpaths and quiet roads around Boston Spa. Refreshments will be available at the church. Read More...

Parish Councillor Vacancies

Published: 9 Sep 20

Would you like to make a difference in the village? The Parish Council currently has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor. Parish Councillor roles are voluntary and require only a few hours of your time per month. Read More...

Great British September Clean

Published: 26 Aug 20

Would you like to help tidy up our village? There will be an autumn clean on Saturday 26th September. Join members of the Green Group when they meet on Stables Lane at 10am. Equipment will be provided. Please wear sensible clothing and shoes. Read More...

Outdoor Fitness & Sport Classes

Published: 24 Jul 20

Sorry - outdoor fitness classes are now postponed until the end of the current lockdown. Read More...

Works to Thorp Arch Bridge

Published: 7 Jul 20

Scour Protection Works on Thorp Arch Bridge will resume on August 10th and will take around 4 months to complete. No road closures are currently planned. Read More...

Stables Lane Play Area and Deepdale Skate Park Reopening

Published: 30 Jun 20

The Play Equipment and Outdoor Gym Equipment at Stables Lane and the Deepdale Skate Park reopened on Saturday 4th July. Please read this Covid-19 guidance carefully before making your visit. Read More...

Scarecrow Trail

Published: 29 Jun 20

From Saturday 4th – Sunday 12th July, Boston Spa, Clifford & Thorp Arch welcomed visitors to view the 92 scarecrows on display. The theme for 2020 was Sporting Legends. All profits from the sale of trail maps will go to Martin House. Read More...

Public Toilet Reopening

Published: 23 Jun 20

Leeds City Council has confirmed that the public toilets in Millennium Gardens will reopen week commencing 29th June. Social Distancing measures will be put in place. Read More...

The Village Flags

Published: 5 Jun 20

Read about the inspirational people behind our inspirational Village Flags Read More...

West Yorkshire Devolution

Published: 4 Jun 20

Between 25 May and 19 July 2020, West Yorkshire Combined Authority are asking for your feedback on the devolution deal. Tell them what you think by completing the survey. Read More...

Wharfeside Development

Published: 1 May 20

Revised plans have now been submitted to Leeds City Council for the Wharfeside Development. The Parish Council voted to object to the plans on 18th May. You can read details of our objection on the Leeds Planning Portal by clicking the link above. Read More...

Church Street Development

Published: 27 Apr 20

Revised plans have been received for the Church Street & Borlocco House development. All comments must be submitted to Leeds City Council by 23rd June. The Parish Council voted to object to the plans on 18th May. You can read details of our objection on the Leeds Planning Portal by clicking the link above. Read More...

Boston Spa Volunteer Action Group

Published: 7 Apr 20

A group has been set up in Boston Spa to help residents who are shielding or self isolating. All residents should now have received a card through their letterbox. If you have not received a card, please contact Penny Stables on 07941 797902 or email penny.stables@gmail.com Read More...

Covid-19 Helpline

Published: 26 Mar 20

The Covid-19 helpline is available for those living in the Harewood and Wetherby wards. Read More...

Covid-19 Response

Published: 17 Mar 20

COVID-19: OUTER NORTH EAST NEIGHBOURHOOD NETWORK UPDATE Read More...

Cycle Path

Published: 17 Feb 20

The proposed cycle path from the Thorp Arch Trading Estate to join with the bridge over the Wharfe to Newton Kyme will be constructed over the next 6 weeks. Read More...

Church Fields Sponsored Trees

Published: 14 Feb 20

Planting of the sponsored trees has now been completed. Read More...

Crown Hotel

Published: 14 Feb 20

A planning application was submitted for the development of the Crown Hotel in January 2020. The Parish Council is in support of the work to revive the building for use as a public house. You can read the comments from the Parish Council by clicking on the link above. Read More...