Here is our current programme of events.
Please note that for privacy reasons, we do not show contact details here. If you are interested in attending an event, please contact us.
May – August 2026
Sunday 10th May — TASK — Nostell Priory
This task has had to be cancelled.
Friday 15th May, 7.30pm start — ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING and BUFFET SUPPER — Chris & Fiona’s house, Guiseley.
A brief business event which all members are welcome to attend. An opportunity to reflect on the previous year, plan the next year and have your say on how we run the group. After the business is finished, we get down to the serious business of food and chat. Please bring something for the communal buffet. Contact Chris & Fiona if you intend to come and to get directions to their house.
Sunday 7th June — TASK — Hardcastle Crags
The first of two summer visits to this woodland property, which rises steeply up to the Pennine moors above Hebdon Bridge. Summer tasks here often involve bracken or balsam-bashing in the clearings or by the becks – hard work but rhythmic and mentally relaxing. To join us, contact Sylvia.
Sunday 21st June — TASK — East Riddlesden Hall
One of our smaller properties, sited on the banks of the River Aire. Balsam bashing is often the task here in June. Please contact Helen if you’d like to join us.
Sunday 5th July — TASK — Brimham Rocks
There are many, varied jobs to be tackled on the extensive moorland of this property, from birch removal on the moors to footpath maintenance around the rocks. The famous rocks formations are fascinating and the view along lower Nidderdale is always inspirational. To join us contact Andy.
Sunday 19th July — TASK — Malham Tarn Estate
Stretching from the high moorland to the Tarn itself and on towards the village below, the property encompasses farmland, woodland, a wetland nature reserve and even a walled garden; the work we do is as varied as the landscape. To join us, contact Jude.
Sunday 26th July, 1.30pm start walking — WALK — Along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal from Bingley to Riddlesden
For our summer walk this year, Pete will lead us on a (mostly) gentle stroll from Bingley to Riddlesden and back along the Leeds-Liverpool canal, about three miles each way. Meet outside Bingley railway station (Wellington Street, Bingley BD16 2NA) to set off at 1.30pm. Our route takes the canal towpath up past Bingley’s two lock series – the Three-rise locks and the famous Five-rise Locks. It then levels off as it ambles on to Riddlesden, where we will refresh ourselves with tea and cakes at the tea room at East Riddlesden Hall (no work needed!), before returning by the same route – going down the Five-rise this time. There is some parking at the station and public car parks in Bingley; Queen Street and Main Street are near to the station. To join us, contact Pete.
Sunday 2nd Aug — TASK — Hardcastle Crags
Our second visit this summer to our only true woodland property, glorious in full leaf. It is quite likely – although by no means guaranteed – that we will be continuing with bracken or balsam bashing started in June. To come along contact Sylvia.
Sunday 16th August — DAY OUT AT THE SEASIDE — Filey
Join us for sun, sea, sand and fresh air (plus fish and chips and ice cream of course), all the ingredients of a traditional day by the sea. Claimed to be one of the finest in the UK, Filey Beach offers six miles of sand stretching from Filey Brigg in the north to Bempton Cliffs in the south, both of which are great for bracing cliff-top walks. Hopefully, the weather will provide the sun – Filey has everything else. Contact Pete if you want to come along, and to find out where to meet.
Advance Notice: 14th & 15th November —WEEKEND TASK— Cragside, nr Rothbury, Northumberland.
We shall be heading up to Northumberland for our annual weekend task at Cragside a week later than usual this year. The house will be closed; the shop and tearoom will be open, but only from 11:00 – 15:00. Please arrange your own accommodation in the Rothbury area. More details will be in the Autumn/Winter programme. To register in advance contact Pete.
Future Tasks for 2026
- September 6th – Beningbrough Hall
- September 20th – East Riddlesden Hall
- October 4th – Brimham Rocks
- October 18th – Ormesby Hall
- November 1st – Upper Wharfedale
- November 14th & 15th – Cragside Estate, Northumberland
- November 29th – Nunnington Hall
- December 13th – Brimham Rocks
Full details of future tasks will be provided nearer the time.