Leeds Stitch and Textile Group
textiles
“The group meets monthly to learn and share skills and ideas.
We enjoy a varied programme of member-led activities, workshops and visiting speakers.
Whether you are a curious beginner or an experienced stitcher, we welcome anyone with an interest in textile art and crafts to our meetings in Headingley.”
Contact Leeds Stitch and Textile Group:
Lilac Community Arts Group
ceramics, drawing, glasswork, mosaic, multi-media, painting, photography, textiles
“Lilac Community Arts Group features several local artists and makers who have exhibited and sold their work before. Alongside them are other local, or locally connected, artists who paint, draw and create solely for pleasure. Visitors to the Lilac Common House will therefore enjoy a vibrant collection of works, including a large colourful mosaic created by residents of Lilac Grove.”
Artists
Carole De Haan, Erica Hamilton, Gavin Mayhew, Joe Kiff, Keith Whittaker, Maria Santos, Margaret Jenkins, Natasha Joseph, Leeds Stitch & Textile Group
Lilac’s website and social media links:
Lilac Community Arts Group Gallery
Erica Hamilton
Gavin Mayhew
Joe Kiff
Margaret Jenkins
Natasha Joseph
Access Guide
Venue type
Private residence – co-housing development.
Routes to Lilac from Kirkstall
Walking or cycling
● There are two options to get to Lilac from Kirkstall. The map below show the routes from Hollybush.
● It is about 8 minutes from Hollybush along Broad Lane (blue route). This is a steep hill to climb.
● There is an alternative route via the canal towpath, Wyther Lane and Victoria Park Road, which is not as steep (red route). This route also avoids crossing over the busy road.
● There is secure cycle parking available inside Lilac.
By bus
● It is a short hop on either the 91 or 49 bus from Savins Mills Way.
● After crossing the river and travelling up the hill (Broad Lane), get off at the first stop.
● Ask the bus driver for the Broad Lane Kirkstall Mount stop.
● The bus stop is circled in blue. what3words location ///shiny.price.firmly
● The two entrances are circled in pink.
Entrances
Lilac Common House – front entrance via Victoria Park Avenue ///sadly.wings.cove
Kirkstall Mount entrance ///part.duke.latest
Venue description
There are two entrances to the Lilac Grove Common House.
● From Victoria Park Avenue:
◍ There is on-street parking.
◍ There is an asphalt footpath.
◍ There is a wooden gate. The height of the gate is 120cm and width is 135cm. The gate will be open.
● From Kirkstall Mount:
◍ Enter via the residents’ car park (parking is not available for visitors).
◍ The car park consists of gravel.
◍ There will be signage to direct you to the venue.
The venue is on two levels.
● The entrance door opens inwards.
● The width of the door is 84 cm
● The floor is laminate on reinforced concrete.
● There is a lift to the second floor.
● The clear door width is 90 cm.
● The dimensions of the lift are 100 cm by 150 cm.
● There is very little turning space on the second floor for mobility scooters.
● Doors are 84 cm wide.
Dogs
● Both assistance and pet dogs are allowed. Please keep on a lead.
● Assistance dogs are allowed on the second-floor gallery space.
● Please note that pet dogs are not allowed on the second-floor gallery space. We will however, provide somewhere safe to secure your dog, or maybe even a friendly person to look after them whilst you go upstairs.
Toilets
● Gender inclusive accessible toilet – located on ground floor.
● There are no baby changing facilities at this venue.
Refreshments
● Tea, coffee and cake will be available.
● Please give a small donation towards the running costs of Lilac Housing Co-op.
● Water will be freely available.
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