Category Archives: Events
Batley Vintage Day 28th May 2016
A fantastic day of entertainment, dancing, classic cars and motorbikes, and people in Vintage dress. This year they even have a vintage ice-cream van and a vintage mobile hair salon! Not to mention a fly past by a Lancaster bomber, … Continue reading
Tennis for all at Greenhead Park on 22nd June 2016
An inclusive tennis event is taking place at Greenhead park on 22nd June 2016 between 10am – 2pm, as part of Learning Disability Week. This is a great opportunity to try out tennis and learn some new skills. Inclusive tennis is about making … Continue reading
Sports Wheelchair Movement Course for teachers & support staff
Wheelpower are running a free course on Tuesday 7th June 2016 at Newsome High School 3.30pm – 6pm. It is for anyone who supports wheelchair users within education. The aims of the course are for you to: Understand the underpinning … Continue reading
Free courses for Carers in 2016
If you are a carer who looks after a family member, partner or friend in need of help because they are ill, frail, suffer from memory loss or have dementia, a disability, mental health problem or an alcohol or substance … Continue reading
Huddersfield Examiner Charity Challenge 2016
The Examiner Charity Challenge 2016 is an opportunity for people to raise money for many different charities. Last year’s event raised over £11,000 and your challenge is to beat that figure. Whether you decide to enjoy our beautiful countryside walking, … Continue reading
Activity sessions for young people with additional needs – Spring 2016
A number of fun and interesting activities are taking place this spring. Bumpy are running motorcycle and off-road driving sessions for young people with additional needs aged 8 – 19yrs. Three sessions are running on Tuesday 31st May 2016. To … Continue reading
Learning Disability Week events in Kirklees 20th – 26th June 2016
Learning Disability Week is being celebrated between 20th – 26th June 2016. Events and competitions are taking place, including: Inclusive Football event Picnic in Greenhead Park Award ceremony for outstanding achievement by people with learning disabilities Photography competition Awareness raising … Continue reading
New course from Dark Horse Theatre starting September 2016
Following the success of their Studio A course this year, Dark Horse is excited to be launching a brand new Foundation Actor Training Course (F1), starting in September 2016. The course will take place each Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-3pm, during term … Continue reading
Exciting new project for adults with learning disabilities in Kirklees
The BLUE SKY TEAM is a new project run by Groundwork. It provide the opportunity to take part in a range of environmental activities and the chance to learn basic IT skills for 12 weeks. Please click on the images … Continue reading
Easter 2016 multi-sports sessions for children with additional needs
Kirklees Council has commissioned Sport Works to deliver free inclusive multi-sports sessions for children with additional needs over the Easter holidays. These group sessions will aim to be fun and stimulating – promoting physical well-being. Sessions for different age groups … Continue reading
