Janine GriffithsResidents are being invited to take part in a major new tree-planting project in Roundhay, organised by the Roundhay Environmental Action Project (REAP).
The group is aiming to plant 3,000 trees as part of a new hedgerow and orchard planting scheme. Two hedgerow planting sessions are planned for Sunday 25 January 2026 and Sunday 1 February 2026, both starting at 11.30am. An additional orchard planting session will take place at 1pm on Saturday 28 February 2026.
All sessions will meet at the corner of the allotment hedgerow on Old Park Road, Soldier’s Field. Volunteers are asked to bring a spade, sturdy footwear and gloves. The events are open to all volunteers.
The planting will take place in Roundhay and forms part of REAP’s ongoing environmental work in the area. REAP, the Roundhay Environmental Action Project, is a local group working to improve the environment in and around Roundhay.
Further information about the project and REAP’s work can be found at reap-leeds.org.uk.
Support independent community journalism!
East Side Story covers the people, places and stories in Leeds that are too often overlooked. While national headlines chase conflict and clickbait, we focus on real communities and the issues shaping daily life in East Leeds.
Divisive content, AI noise and online rumours spread faster than ever. At the same time, many mainstream outlets are stretched and rarely spotlight the community organisations and local champions who deserve recognition.
East Side Story was created to change that. We answer only to our readers. We have no corporate owners or billionaire funders. Our journalists report freely, ask difficult questions and hold power to account.
Your support helps us keep this work going. Monthly contributions make the biggest impact because they allow us to invest in deeper reporting and fearless local journalism.
Supporters also receive exclusive updates, behind the scenes insights and other benefits as a thank you for keeping independent journalism alive.
