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Is Leeds the most playful city in the galaxy?

Perhaps not yet, but a community of playful spirits is organising the first city-wide DIY Festival of Play and Creativity for this Autumn Half-Term. Leeds is already known for its playful pioneers, and this year, we're planning a feast of fun to brighten the winter months. Our organising crew includes library workers, community members, council workers, artists, and residents — all dedicated to making play a priority. We've hosted three community meet-ups — drawing over 100 local participants from various backgrounds — including individuals and business owners.

Tree Toddlers

We are excited to welcome you to our enchanting outdoor pre-school programme, Tree Toddlers.

Tree Toddlers is designed for curious pre-schoolers aged 3-5, who will be accompanied by caregivers. Our sessions are a delightful blend of fun & learning set amidst the beauty of the Harewood woodland.

Every session is brimming with a wide array of activities & experiences that aim to ignite the young explorers’ curiosity. Children are encouraged to roam freely, discovering & engaging with activities that pique their interests.

Summer at Harewood

Join us for a summer of creative play with our brand new Playscape, created by the wonderful Wild Rumpus.

With over 100 acres of gardens to explore, Harewood House is one of England’s 18th century Treasure Houses and is the perfect place to create lasting family memories. Running throughout the summer holidays, you are invited to join our new play experiences.

Mini Rovers

Let your little ones take the wheel with our brand-new Mini Rovers. 

Enjoy Little Landys on our Play Terrace located just outside the Courtyard. Tickets can be purchased on the day from our Visitor Information Centre and why not have a go on one of our fun-filled lawn games while you wait? 

Perfect for ages 5-10, under 4’s can join siblings as a passenger.

A Lotherton Summer Holiday

You’re guaranteed a jolly holiday with Lotherton this summer, with family activities inspired by the seaside and all the things you love about the great British summer.

We’ll have a sand pit, children’s rides, deer tractor tours* and family activities – including foot golf, circus tent and entertainers (see below for details**). Plus if you’re feeling peckish, head over to the beach shack cafe or ice cream gazebo.

Exodus De Prophets

This family friendly summer series of afternoon sessions brings communities of Leeds, and beyond, to join a combination of Chapeltown based cultural artist collectives in Reggae, Roots,  Rocksteady and  LIVE Hip Hop DJs.

Come and celebrate in de historical setting of Belgrave Music Hall in unity, participating in cultural art activities, films, breakdancing and more. 

These Child Friendly Leeds independent "mama" organised events are held in partnership with Superfriendz.

Big Summer Party

Everyone is welcome to our BIG SUMMER PARTY! 

Join us for a day of all the good stuff and good people in and around Left Bank... with great music indoors and out and loads of fun stuff for people of all ages so bring yourself, your kids, your gran... tell your neighbours, lets just enjoy a sunny afternoon celebrating ourselves and our community!

Expect a kids disco, competitions with rubbish prizes, BINGO, art activities, BIG DOODLES, games, live music, DJs and lots more!

Kids Healthy Holidays | Heaven Inflatable Play

Healthy Holidays is back at Left Bank this Summer! Join is for a whole host of fab workshops and activities. For this Healthy Holidays Session we have our incredible Heaven out!

Heaven is our giant inflatable sculpture created by artist Pippa Hale in partnership with local children in response to emerging from the first lock down in the summer of 2020. This is a session dedicated to PLAY and creative fun!

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