I know for many, Easter is far more than pastel eggs and paper bonnets. Being brought (dragged) up Catholic, I get that for a lot of people it’s rooted in faith and meaning, and without that, we wouldn’t be marking it at all. So however you choose to spend it, take a moment, slow it down a bit, and enjoy time with your family.
Now… my version is slightly more Dawn French energy. I’m talking full commitment, chocolate fountain, no judgement, possibly questionable life choices.
Or, if you’re keeping things a touch more civilised, treat yourself to something proper from Dumouchel. Proper chocolate, none of the Supermarket (sort of chocolate) nonsense, just the good stuff done well. It doesn’t need to be massive, just enough to hit that “this was worth it” level. You could also contact Sally of Grange Chocolates, you can collect, and you maybe lucky, she may have some fabulous choices left – https://grangechocolates.co.uk/collections/easter
And if you really want to elevate things… chocolate and a good red wine. You’re welcome.
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
La Bella Vita for taking home The Best Italian Restaurant in Yorkshire Trophy – congratulations to them, and how great it is we have them right here on our doorstep
Grassy area (The Cliff, behind the fire station)
If you follow us regularly you will have seen we reported the land seemed to have a leak as its extremely boggy (pic). LCC came back to me and said they were aware of the flooded area and were in touch with Yorkshires water for them to investigate. Yorkshire Water were due to go out on Wednesday
VLOGs
I hope you enjoy our Wednesday Vlogs, if you miss them or don’t see them on socials, you can find them all here on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@themaindeal/videos
I look forward to interviewing Stacy Parker our new volunteer for our local PANDA’s Parent support Group here In Garforth – find a little more and look forward to this vlog later in the month https://www.themaindeal.co.uk/directory/pandas-east-leeds/
WHAT’S ON
- Sunday 5th April – Garforth District Lions Car Boot Sale – Tesco Car Park – 8am – 12pm
- Sunday 5th April – 2-4 pm – Repair Cafe https://ecofriendlygarforth.org.uk/repair-cafe/
- Easter Holidays https://leeds-list.com/family/keep-the-kids-entertained-all-through-the-easter-holidays-in-leeds/
- Leeds Low Down https://welcometoleeds.co.uk/article/leeds-lowdown-whats-on-in-april-2026/
- Leeds Inspired https://leedsinspired.co.uk/collection/easter-holidays-leeds
- Garforth Peace Project – 24th April School’s Peace Cake Off & cake sale – find our more https://garforthpeaceproject.com/
- Garforth Yard Trail – Bank Holiday Monday in MayGet involved with this great new event run by Eco Friendly Garforth
Tickets for GFest Here: https://www.st-gemma.co.uk/events/g-fest-2026/
Garforth Feastival – Public announcement coming soon
Planning
Sense Garforth still To Let https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/166808975#/?channel=COM_LET
CLO old building is currently under offer As it’s to let I’m hoping this is an update – https://cartertowler.co.uk/properties/41-main-street-garforth-leeds-west-yorkshire-ls25-1ds/
TOFS – still To let https://www.primelocation.com/to-rent/commercial/details/70641132/?search_identifier=956cc2c29b0c1f5f73cb1c1e4d0655223aae83351aee7d31139e88feeed93ac7
Good luck to the New Pub Managers of The Arabian Horse in Abeford
FYI only local and New party leader for Greens announced – AJ Bull
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