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.

Apple Picking Time in October with Apple Day on 20th

Posted on September 3, 2019

The apples in the orchard are ripening nicely, but they are not yet ready for picking. The majority of the varieties need another month or so to mature – and we could do with some sun. If you look in … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecology, Events, Facilities

Dinosaurs Took Over the Park for the 2019 Children’s Gala

Posted on September 2, 2019

Despite the rain, there was a good attendance of new Friends and old. The Dinosaur Trail was especially popular with the children; as was the ever entertaining Professor Dan who worked his magic as he dodged the showers. For the … Continue reading →

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PROGRAMME FOR THE CHILDREN’S GALA 2 – 4.30PM, 1st SEPTEMBER 2019

Posted on September 1, 2019

2pm onwards Professor Dan 2pm Guiseley Brass Band 3.15pm Guiseley Brass 3.45pm Children’s Games 4pm Fancy Dress Parade 4.15pm Presentation of prizes and raffle draw 4.30 Close of Event There will be:

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Another Firework Spectacle

Posted on June 30, 2019

Another excellent event to end the Tales Told Festival 2019 by Codswallop CIC.

Image | Posted on June 30, 2019

Fireworks Tonight

Posted on June 29, 2019

Don’t Forget Fireworks in the Park Tonight 10pm TALES TOLD FESTIVAL

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Cycling in the Park

Posted on June 23, 2019

This is NOT an official notice that has been put up by either owners Bellway, Management Company Meadfleet, or the Friends of Parkinson’s Park.  In line with Leeds BYELAWS FOR PLEASURE GROUNDS, PUBLIC WALKS AND OPEN SPACES, which the Park … Continue reading →

Posted in Facilities

Notice from Codswallop Re the Tales Told Finale and Fireworks

Posted on June 23, 2019

“The Tales Told festival kicked off in truly chaotic style today 22nd June, and we’re here to give you a little warning for the end of our festival!” “On the 29th June between 8-10pm we’re having our annual Festival Finale … Continue reading →

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2nd Guiseley Guides Upgade Suzannah’s Meadow

Posted on May 16, 2019

On a beautiful May evening yesterday the 2nd Guiseley Guides and their leaders helped the Friends plant out flowers in Suzannah’s Meadow.  This will help build up a nectar rich habitat to encourage bees and butterflies. When the Bellway Estate … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecology, Events, Facilities

Growing An Orchard

Posted on May 4, 2019

“Within the woodland flow’ry gladed, By the oak tree’s mossy root, The shining grass blade timber shaded Now do quiver on the foot, And birds do whistle overhead, And water’s bubbling in its bed, And there for me the apple … Continue reading →

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2019 Spring Clean – 24 March

Posted on March 16, 2019
Image | Posted on March 16, 2019