Here are some of the groups which make the Beeston, Holbeck and Cottingley area of LS11 tick. If I've missed any out, it's not intentional - feel free to add your group's details and links in the comment section below!
The Beeston Community Forum is a non-political, non-sectarian organisation which campaigns on behalf of the residents of Beeston. It usually meets on the first Thursday of the month; there is generally a guest speaker, dealing with a topic of interest to the residents of Beeston. All residents of Beeston are considered to be members of the Beeston Community Forum without payment of any subscription. Check out the forum's Facebook page.
South Leeds Life is a recently-launched community blog featuring the latest news and views from the area.
Temple Works is the only Grade I listed building in Holbeck. Privately owned and run, and receiving no external funding, Temple Works is now set to become a major mixed-mode cultural venue.
Hobeck Urban Village is about creating a sustainable community developed with consideration for the surrounding areas of Holbeck and Beeston and how the urban village connects these communities to the city centre.
From its humble beginnings in a small office with two part time staff working solely on one project (Asian Elders Project), Hamara Healthy Living Centre in Tempest Road, Beeston, has grown to be the largest ethnic minority organisation in the voluntary and community sector in Leeds.
Whatever your passions and interests - and whether you have no experience or plenty - South Leeds Community Radio is here to help you turn your ideas into radio - what are you waiting for? SLCR as based at Hillside, Beeston.
The Church in Cottingley is as old as the estate itself although the new Community building in which the worship area is housed was opened just over 20 years ago. The church shares the premises with a community centre, a doctor's surgery and until recently with the local library.
Holbeck Gala is a popular annual event on Holbeck Moor run by the community for the community. Check out its Facebook page.
Here's the Beeston page of the the local Neighbourhood Policing Team. Local crime news, community issues and statistics.
Beeston Festival is organised by a committee of local residents. The aim of the festival is to provide an exciting, entertaining and informative day that brings together all the different communities in Beeston. It promotes racial harmony, local regeneration, community sports and arts, and environmental education. It aims to positively portray both Beeston and Cross Flatts Park.
Joseph Priestley College in Beeston offers a range of courses, from academic to vocational either full-time or part-time, to suit each individual's needs.
Phil Kirby's Beer and Loafing in LS11 blog touches on cultural and local issues.
Splashback is a local group fighting for the future of the former South Leeds Sports Centre. Check out the group's Facebook page.
Junior rugby league club Beeston Broncos is based next to the former South Leeds Sports Centre and provides sprting opportunities for youngsters.
Beeston in Bloom was founded in 1997 with the aim of brightening the environment of this mainly inner-city area of South Leeds with gardening projects, and generally encouraging community spirit.
Health for All is a charitable company limited by guarantee established in 1991 under the name South Leeds Health for All. It does a lot of work in the area.
Cardinal Community Enterprise Project is aiming to develop its project further to incorporate a social enterprise, which will include a salon, nail bar, aromatherapy room, and a community cafe.
Clarkesfield has been an allotment since 1921 and has always been an allotment. It consists of over 100 plots of approximately 10m by 30m. There is currently a bit of waiting list for plots.
DAZL is a community dance project for young people based in South Leeds, it was established in 2000 as a public Health initiative funded by the South Leeds PCT.
Holbeck Elderly Aid provides support for the area's older residents.
Tiger11 is an enterprising community organisation set up to create community benefits for the people of Leeds 11.
Beeston Community Choir is a friendly group of singers of all abilities which is looking for new members.
South Leeds Methodist Circuit covers the Leeds 10 and 11 postcodes.
Here's a useful link to the Jamia Masjid Abu Huraira Mosque in Hardy Street.
Hillside is a refurbished Victorian Grade II listed building. It provides modern meeting and business facilities, a community cafe and community organisations in a traditional venue close to Leeds city centre.
Have your say in the comments section below - and don't forget to add any groups which I've inadvertently missed out.
