Elisabeth Svendsen TrustLeeds
EST Leeds is situated on the outskirts of the city in the beautiful area of Eccup. It was officially opened on Tuesday 29th September 1999 by Dame Thora Hird, who has sadly passed away since, and in the company of Councillor Denise Atkinson.
Between 130 and 150 children with special needs and disabilities from 20 local schools in the city and surrounding areas benefit from donkey riding therapy at this centre each week.
What a Fantastic Summer Fair!
On Sunday 25 July 2010, EST Leeds held their Summer Fair which was extremely well supported. With over 40 trade stands, children's attractions, arena displays and delicious food and drink, visitors had plenty to keep them entertained. We were delighted to have Carl Hopkins and Deirdre Bounds, two of Yorkshire's leading entrepreneurs to open the Fair.
Horse stunt rider, Jo O'Dell, wowed crowds with her dare devil trick-riding on her horses, Tino and Azkaban, and our very own donkeys and special children provided two demonstrations of riding therapy in the main arena.
Sponsored donkey walk at Leeds EST - 21st August 2010
Posted 13th August 2010 by Suzi CretneyLeeds EST centre will be holding a sponsored walk with a difference on Saturday 21st August 2010 at 11.00am.
At 1.5 miles, the walk is ideal for youngsters, wheelchair users, pushchairs and the whole family, accompanied by donkeys from the centre.
Walkers and donkeys will leave the centre at 11am and stroll along a track through the fields and woodlands of Lineham Farm, pausing for juice at Surprise View which has a spectacular outlook over the Wharfe Valley. The walk will then lead back to the EST centre for some much needed refreshments.
Summer Fair at Leeds raises over £17,000
On Sunday 25th July 2010 we had a fantastic day at our summer fair which helped to raise over £17,000 for our centre here in Leeds which has 170 children visit each week.
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