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10 Feb 2025
Leeds Storytelling Festival invites families and children to connect, create, and be inspired
Events running from February 14 to March 8

17 Dec 2024
Annual gift campaign brings joy to families struggling this Christmas
Children who might otherwise go without this Christmas will benefit from tailored gifts and experiences thanks to the generosity of businesses in the city.

16 Dec 2024
Child's play as new scheme makes a positive difference in Leeds community
An outdoor play and learning scheme has ramped up the fun factor for a local community and underlined Leeds City Council’s steadfast commitment to giving children and young people the very best start in life.

13 Dec 2024
Emmerdale-funded playground reopens in Scholes
A Scholes playground is open again for play after a much-needed refurb, part funded by Emmerdale’s stakeholder fund.

01 Nov 2024
Playtime is back as Meanwood playground re-opens after makeover
A playground in Meanwood is now open again after a significant refresh of the play equipment. The refurbishment is one of the many play areas across Leeds that have seen improvements this year.

21 Oct 2024
Get ready for fun with Leeds’s first ever Festival of Play
A fun-filled week-long celebration of the magic of play is set to sweep Leeds later this month with the launch of the city’s first ever Festival of Play and Creativity.

18 Jul 2024
Playground announced for New Wortley park
A park in the New Wortley area of Armley is set to get its own dedicated play area with climbing equipment and an agility play trail, in response to voices in the community.
After a successful bid for funding, Leeds City Council has announced that a new playground will be built at Oak Road Recreation Ground, known locally as Jailey Fields.

08 Jul 2024
Blockbuster night as champions crowned at movie-themed Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2024
A stellar line-up of children’s champions stepped into the limelight for a night to remember at the Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2024.

14 May 2024
Inspirational Lyla among nominees shortlisted for the Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2024
An inspirational 10-year-old who refuses to let a debilitating health condition stop her from living life to the full, is among the shortlist of nominees announced today for the Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2024.