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Horsforth and Armley among cemetery chapels on market as council seeks to raise £350k

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter

Four chapels at cemeteries around Leeds have gone on the market for a combined price of at least £350,000.

The buildings in Horsforth, Harehills, Armley and Otley were deemed surplus to requirements by Leeds City Council.

The chapel in Harehills was given the highest valuation at £170,000 when the sites were listed for auction.

Homeless charity appeals for help at Pudsey store

A charity which supports homeless people in Leeds is appealing for volunteers at its Pudsey town centre store.

St George’s Crypt has multiple spots for volunteers between 2pm and 4pm, Mondays to Saturdays.

A spokesperson said: “Our retail team is extremely important in supporting our organisation in raising money for homeless and vulnerable people in Leeds, and you could be part of this amazing team.