Author Archives: Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

About Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

Director and Vice Chair of Friends of Parkinson's Park CIC, Chair of Aireborough Neighbourhood Forum and Facilitator of Inskip One-Name Study. Has a degree in Local History (University of Cambridge), and Economics (University of Leeds). Now retired after a career as a Business Analyst and Advisor.

Retirement Beckons

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

This is my last official post for Friends of Parkinson’s Park CIC, as I have decided to retire after 13 years as Vice Chair. As one of the founders of FOPP, I can say our initial objectives have been achieved; … Continue reading →

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FOPP Events 2024

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

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Explorers In The Park

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

In contrast to our last post on drug users, the local Explorer Group started doing small projects in the Park last summer. One of the projects was to create a tree pit around the Jubilee Oak, which they then planted … Continue reading →

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Drug Users In The Park

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

The Park has been used for a number of years by drug users and even dealers. This became a major issue when the Park was not looked after back in the 2000’s and was one of the reasons why the … Continue reading →

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2024 New Year, New Shoots

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

Photo courtesy of Aireborough Photographic Society.

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St Oswald’s, Guiseley, Christmas Tree Festival 2023

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

The St Oswald’s Christmas Tree Festival is now on Monday -Saturday, 10am – 5pm throughout December. There are displays of trees decorated by local schools, uniformed groups, voluntary organizations and businesses. Friend’s of Parkinson’s Park have added to the collection … Continue reading →

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Memories Are Made of This

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

Memory Stars and Snowflakes. The stars and snowflakes in memory of your loved ones (human or pets) are up again this year at the small Kelcliffe Lane entrance . New ones have joined old ones from previous years – although … Continue reading →

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FOPP Advent & Christmas Events 2023

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

Christmas Lights Market – We kick off our seasonal celebrations at the Guiseley Light Switch On, 26th November, 2- 6pm. Come and say hello at our stall; we’ll have the popular roll-a-car, a children’s bran tub, copies of the Guiseley … Continue reading →

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The ‘Alternative’ Lantern Parade

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

After 10 years, the FOPP Lantern Parade on Sunday 17th December will be different this year; however, with your enthusiastic input, just as enjoyable we hope. The time has come when Leeds City Council think we need professional traffic management … Continue reading →

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Christmas Bauble Trail, Early December – 7th January

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Jennifer Inskip Kirkby

The start of Advent sees the Park Christmas Light Trail back by popular demand. On a day and time of your choosing, visit a variety of locations in the Park to find a letter at each that makes up a … Continue reading →

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