Join us for winter Art, Play, and Food sessions at the Rowland Road Play Patch, a vibrant community-led project transforming a neglected space near the Rowland Road Working Men’s Club into a creative and green play area for families. These events are perfect for children aged 3–11, offering free, outdoor fun during the Christmas break.
Led by Yorkshire Contemporary and delivered in collaboration with artist and den-building expert Chris Harman (denbuilding.co.uk), these hands-on sessions combine art, play, and food in a new welcoming space created by the local community working in collaboration with the Club, artists and Yorkshire Contemporary.
Practical Information
- Activities: Free art and craft activities, no booking required.
- Lunch: Free ‘Healthy Holidays’ meals for children receiving free school meals. Meals can also be purchased for £5 per child. Lunch served 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
There will vegetarian and meat/Halal option available each day. For any other dietary requirements, please contact us. - Drop-In: Sessions are open access; children can come and go as they please. Parents remain responsible for their children at all times. You can also register using the Healthy Holidays portal here
- Outdoor: All activities take place inside and outside—dress for the weather!
- Messy Fun: Children may use tools, paint, or other materials. Best not to wear your finest clothes.
Accessibility: If your child has access needs, please get in touch in advance so we can make arrangements.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Art, Play, Food and Rowland Road Play Patch are part of INSIDE OUT a three-year art and play project for children and families in Beeston and Beeston Hill. Working in collaboration with local families, artists and other community organisations to address access to play. If you would like to get involved contact us at info@yorkshirecontemporary.org!
Art, Play, Food at Rowland Road Play Patch is supported by Healthy Holidays, Leeds Community Foundation, Child Friendly Leeds’ Play Enabling Grant and National Lottery Community Fund.
