West Yorkshire School Of Christian Studies WYSOCS provides opportunities for learning, for adults, in a wide range of subjects from Christian perspective. Lectures and courses and fundraiser - social events are advertised on the website and all are welcome to register/come along as indicated. Reality Bites is the national training ministry of the WYSOCS. It provides training for youth workers, school workers and all those involved in mission and education.
Weston Estate Friendship Club We aim to share fellowship and maintain dignity for older people. Local charities have over the years benefited from our commitment of a third of our income. We have a yearly fellowship holiday. We provide transport for those unable to get to meetings.
Wetherby and District Camera Club A long established photographic society with the principal aim of helping all members enjoy their photography by giving them opportunities to acquire skills and techniques which will assist them in improving their image making. Membership is around 35 - 40 and most members are very active both in the club and in photography more widely. Meetings are supported by the club's own equipment which includes a fixed screen, slide projectors, a laptop with relevant software (including Photoshop CS2), and a digital projector. Our membership includes photographers of wide ranging skills and experience and there are those involved in both digital and film photography. All are very ready to offer advice and help on the use of a camera and image editing software in order to help improve your own photography.
Wetherby and District Crime Prevention Panel A group of volunteers working together with support from the Police to distribute crime prevention literature and products in order to educate the public and community to be more vigilant and security conscious. It is thought that by taking simple security measures more than half of the recorded crime could be prevented. Unfortunately we no longer live in an environment where we can leave doors and windows unlocked whilst out.
Wetherby Arts Festival Association Arts Festival with a biennial cycle providing a varied programme both professional and amateur events.
Wetherby Bridge Club Limited Provision of comfortable facilities for duplicate bridge players. The club is affiliated to the English Bridge Union. Meetings are held most evenings, but only limited space for visitors on Tuesdays. Monday to Saturday visitors are very welcome. Wednesday afternoons, visitors welcome. Anyone interested in playing should contact the organiser first. The club also organises bridge classes for 'beginners' and 'improvers' - commencing September (annually) - contact the secretary for details.
Wetherby Civic Society Wetherby Civic Society was founded with aims and objectives of : promoting civic pride and high standards of architecture and town planning; encouraging Improvements in public amenities; influencing the development of the built environment and the culture of the town.
Wetherby Community Radio (Tempo FM) Tempo FM is a Community Radio Station which aims to help Local Organisations, Charities and groups, by providing publicity for their events and to help local businesses with very cheap, but effective, advertising. We are licenced and regulated by Ofcom under the Community Radio Order 2004 and are a 'Not for Profit' organisation, run entirely by volunteers for the benefit of the community.
Wetherby Festival Organises a festival of professional and amateur events. Meetings are held at various venues within Wetherby. For details please consult our website or telephone 01937 520 180 or 01423 359 961
Wetherby Historical Trust Researches and collects material concerning the history of Wetherby and District. We look for and would hope to assist those interested in this.
Wetherby Methodist Church The Church also runs activites and events for example Sunday School, youth groups, Guides, Brownies, house groups, fellowship groups, banner making, badminton, flower arranging, groups for older people, golf society, walking groups. Please contact the Church or visit our website for details.
Wetherby Musical Theatre Group We are an amateur theatre musical group and charity, based in Wetherby, West Yorkshire, and perform musical shows for Wetherby and surrounding areas. We aim to perform one major musical and one pantomime / smaller show each year. We also organise numerous fund raising events and social evenings throughout the year. We meet to rehearse each Tuesday evening at 7:30pm venue is at Deighton Gates School with additional reheasals as required on Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons as we work towards a production. We are always looking to recruit new members, young and old, to perform on stage or help out back stage. There is always a job for everyone in the group so why not Contact Us now?
Wetherby Retired Men's Forum The forum holds talks, discussions and lectures, and organizes a summer outing in June and Christmas lunch in December.
Wetherby Silver Band Maintaining the long established tradition of brass banding in Wetherby and district. New members always welcome. All standards. Contact Norman Staples at the phone number given for further information.
Wetherby Speakers Club Wetherby Speakers Club is part of the Association of Speakers Clubs, a non-profit making self help organisation formed to help people develop and improve their communication skills. Social gatherings to help confidence at all levels.
Wetherby Town Hall The Town Hall is used for charity and community functions and three large rooms available for public hire. The Town Hall is administered as a charitable trust by the Town Council. Booking enquiries can be made to the Town Council Office on 01937 583584.
Wetherby Townswomen's Guild The Townswomens Guild aims to improve and provide better working and leisure facilities for all women irrespective of race, creed or party, to enable women to make the best contribution towards the common good.
Wetherby Twinning Association The Association sustains and promotes the official twinning between Wetherby in Leeds, West Yorkshire and Privas, the prefecture of the Ardeche in France. Contact is maintained between residents and the Councils in both towns and regular exchange visits are arranged. The Association is funded through the activities and subsriptions of its members.
Wetherby Women's Institute Today's women working for tommorow's world. Speakers, craft days, social events, fun and fellowship.Meetings are held 2nd Wednesday of each month except August (an outing is usually arranged) in St. James's Church Rooms, Wetherby, LS22 6LP at 7.30pm. Meetings are variable and include Speakers, Outings, Craft Classes, Theatre trips, visits to places of interest and meals out. At the present time we have 36 members. New Members and Visitors are always made very welcome.
Wharf Chambers
Wharfedale German Circle Wharfedale German Circle aims to forge friendship links between Wharfedale and towns and villages in Germany, and to provide a focus for local people interested in German-speaking countries.
Wharfedale Naturalists Society Established in 1945, Wharfedale Naturalists Society exists to increase enjoyment of wildlife in Wharfedale from its source to Castley, and its side valleys. We have fortnightly slide lectures in Ilkley during the winter, and during the summer numerous walks. The Society has botany, bird-watching, microscope, and geology sections, and recorders for all branches of natural history. It runs research projects and work parties at its nature reserves, and has published a number of local guides. The strength of the Society is in its friendly, knowledgeable membership.The subscription is excellent value and new members are always welcomed!
White Ribbon Campaign The White Ribbon Campaign is the largest global effort of men working to end male violence against women. We aim to educate and raise awareness of violence against women, and to engage men in these issues.
White Rose Concert Band First and foremost a community ensemble, the band consists of woodwind, brass and percussion players of a range of ages (16yrs+). The emphasis is on music and friendship, while challenging everyone to perform to the highest standard under the baton of Musical Director, Ben Tierney. Performances are held at a variety of venues throughout the year, including outdoor venues across the district in the summer months. The band regularly takes part in competitive festivals and has gained Gold and Silver Awards at national level. There is also a Training Band which provides an opportunity for players with basic instrumental skills to play music with others under the direction of a conductor. Funding is mainly obtained from subscriptions and concerts. The band is a member of BASBWE (British Association of Bands and Wind Ensembles.)
White Rose Ladies Speakers Club White Rose Speakers Club aims to help women acquire the skills and the confidence to speak effectively in any situation. We warmly welcome all women, regardless of age or background, and offer them the opportunity to learn and develop their speaking skills in a relaxed friendly environment. We aim to release energy, talent and potential as you learn to speak with confidence and without fear. It is a fantastic oppotunitty for allwomen to learn an increasingly important skill without paying expensive costs. Being able to speak to an audience opens up huge opportunities and ultimately gives women confidence in all areas of their lives.
Whitehouse Farm Allotment Association
Wibsey Primary Folk Dance Group English Country Dance classes (Playford, Shaw, Fallibroome, community, square) for adults. No partner needed, wear a low heel, beginners welcome. Please see the website for greater detail.
Widows Advisory Service Provides an Information and Advisory Service for all widows and their families. Offers support whenever help is needed regardless of age, length of widowhood and personal circumstances. Works closely with a sister charity, the National Association of Widows.
Wigton Moor United Reformed Church We are a place of Christian worship and community service, open to everyone with children's and youth activities on Thursday evenings, activities for elderly people on Wednesday afternoons, a private playschool every morning, a support group for local childminders, a Brownie pack and dance classes for children / young people. Worship takes place every Sunday.
Wild Goose Wellbeing CIC Wild Goose provides outdoor retreats and nature based workshops for stressed out adults in need of some me-time. Imagine you're in the woods, surrounded by nature, sitting on a log and sipping a hot cocoa. Feel the wind on your face and the calm spread over your body. Our retreats and workshops include things like outdoor yoga, barefoot walking, mindfulness, making natural skincare, natural arts and craft and campfire cooking. We're based on ecotherapy and so work with nature to help people to feel better. As a social enterprise, the money we make from our retreats goes towards providing free sessions for people who are referred with mental health problems.
William Merritt Disabled Living Centre We provide impartial information, advice and assessment on equipment and practical aspects of daily living for disabled people of all ages, their carers,professionals and older people
Williams Syndrome Foundation The Foundation provides support for families with a Williams Syndrome Child/Adult. Monthly meetings are held in Manchester, Liverpool or Yorkshire, as required. The Foundation also hosts an annual summer picnic and Christmas party. There is a 14+ group (Team Mates) for self development. Also access to: national conventions, professional advisory panel, holidays.
Wisdom Conversations UK Addressing social isolation by bringing international people and elderly people together, helping international people speak English more fluently and helping elderly people to feel valued.
Women's Counselling & Therapy Services WCTS is the women?s specialist therapy service in Leeds, providing accessible low cost long-term expert counselling and psychotherapy to support women experiencing long standing moderate or severe mental health problems to move into recovery and make a marked difference to their lives and to the lives of their dependents. WCTS is client led and works with women from diverse communities who, through stigma, isolation, trauma and or inequality, are unable to access NHS psychological or psychotherapy services.
Women's Health Matters Womens Health Matters works with women across Leeds, so that together they can take control of their lives and their health. WHM prioritise work with women in disadvantaged areas in the city and work with groups of women who experience additional disadvantage. Working in local neighbourhoods WHM offer opportunities to develop women?s skills and confidence, as well as increasing knowledge and awareness about health. It is run by women for women in Leeds
Women's Royal Army Corps Association - Leeds Branch The organisation keeps serving and ex-service women in touch with each other.
Woodcraft Folk The Woodcraft Folk is an educational movement for children and young people, designed to develop self-confidence and activity in society, with the aim of building a world based on equality, friendship, peace and cooperation. Activities include children's weekly group sessions and camping.
Woodhouse Ridge Action Group (WRAG) To protect, conserve enhance and maintain Woodhouse Ridge and help improve the facilities and resources.
Woodkirk St Mary's Playgroup As an OFSTED inspected setting we provide a safe and happy environment for children aged 2 - 4 years old where they can learn and develop through play under the supervision of qualified and experienced staff. We cover the key areas of learning and early learning goals for the foundation stage and help make the transition to nursery and school a smooth one. Also: Mum and Tots - a chance to meet other mums in a relaxed setting where the children play safely - meet Wednesday 9.30am - 11.00am (term times only).
Woodlands Community Garden We have a community garden that we are opening up to community groups on Monday mornings - but more often if there's a need. It is a place to meet and chat, grow crops and share experiences with young and old. Groups need to book in advance please.
Woodside Methodist Church Woodside Methodist Church is a caring friendly church that meets for fellowship and worship. All ages are welcome.
Workers' Educational Association The WEA is a national adult education provider that operates regionally. We are a charity, publically funded and ofsteded on a regular basis. We also work with groups and organisations that receive funding for specific educational projects. We run accredited and non-accredited courses for 16+ irrespective of age, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity and religion, including adults with mental health problems, physical disabilities, and / or learning difficulties. Some courses for the general public are advertised in our brochure and website, however, some are discrete courses requested by community agents or groups, including Trade Unions. All our courses are run in a wide variety of local community venues including schools and centres.
Wrangthorn Baby & Toddler Group Lots of fun stuff to do, craft activities, bikes, climbing frame, cars, trains, home corner, farm/dinosaurs etc etc. ?1 per adult includes drinks and snacks. Lots of Mum's, Dad's and Grandparents so bound to be someone to chat to.
WYCAS WYCAS' overall aim is to develop the ability of voluntary and community sector organisations with charitable aims to manage their money more efficiently and effectively, enabling those organisations to better attain the objectives that they were set up to achieve. WYCAS is a small charitable company operating mainly though not exclusively in West Yorkshire and provides a dedicated advice line, one to one training, training courses, a range of Good Practice Guides, regular Newsletters as well as preparing and independently examining annual accounts.
Wyke Beck Way Community Forum A community based organisation, registered charity, concerned with issues of sustainabilty relative to protecting and improving the Wyke Beck Valley green space corridor from Roundhay to Rothwell. The City Council supports the Forum in gathering information towards the preparation a community plan for the Valley which could form the basis of a Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) document, to ensure due consideration in the face of development pressures and support the establishment of an major Urban Green Space Park for east and south east Leeds. Information is being gathered by five task groups comprising members and local agencies, vis: Ecology, Landscape, Connectivity, Flood Alleviation and Young Persons' groups. The Forum has successfully taken a community lead in applying for grant funding towards its objectives in association with local agencies such as Groundwork Leeds and Leeds City Council's Regeneration Services.
XL-Mentoring To pair trained volunteer mentors with young people (aged 10-16) who need help realising their potential. ? To aid young people to improve relationships with family, peers, teachers and others in the community. ? To help young people to have better chances in life. ? To develop in young people the ideas of self-help and self-responsibility ? To expound and use diversionary activities, projects that raise aspirations or reduce isolation ? To help to advance crime reduction thus creating a safer society
Yeadon Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society Our goal is to produce top quality amateur musicals, reviews and plays and to donate to charities.
Yeadon and District Male Voice Choir The Choir will hold concerts, some social events and entertain at local residential care homes.
Yeadon Charities Association Yeadon Charities Association raises funds for: 1 An annual outing with meals for local senior citizens, 65 years of age or over, who have lived in the Yeadon area for a minimum of one year; 2 The relief or support of needy persons particularly the aged and infirmed residing in Yeadon area. N.B. The Association operates within the boundaries of the area or township known as Yeadon, in the borough of Aireborough in the City of Leeds.
Yeadon Methodist Church We are a group of Christians of all ages and backgrounds who meet regularly for worship and fellowship and try to live out our Christian faith in our daily lives. There are many groups for both children and adults that meet regularly during the week.The Ladies Guild meets every Monday evening (except Bank Holidays). The men of the church and others locally who care to join us meet with them on the first Monday of the month when this joint meeting is called 'The Monday Guild'.