CATCH, Leeds

CATCH, Leeds A charity driven by passionate volunteers & our adorable animal companions 🦙🐐🐓🐇, committed to creating hope in the world 🌍.

Located in Leeds, our vibrant community space 'ARK' serves as a hub where we provide a range of youth empowerment activities. CATCH is a registered charity driven by a team of passionate volunteers dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community. We proudly operate 'ARK,' a vibrant, multifunctional community space in Harehills, Leeds, where we provide a wide range of activities design

ed to inspire and empower children and young people from all backgrounds. Our offerings go beyond youth programs. We provide room hire for events, meetings, and workshops, welcoming both individuals and businesses who want to contribute to the community while accessing a versatile space. By choosing ARK, businesses can give back to their community while hosting their events in a setting that supports positive social change. We also offer essential first aid courses, equipping individuals with the skills they need to respond confidently in emergencies. Our educational farm, home to a variety of animals, provides a unique, hands-on learning experience for all ages, connecting people with nature and fostering a sense of responsibility and care. At CATCH, we believe in the power of community and invite you to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone.

And just like that… that’s a wrap on our Easter Healthy Holidays!! 🐣💛Sessions full of fun, laughter and games – from spo...
20/04/2026

And just like that… that’s a wrap on our Easter Healthy Holidays!! 🐣💛

Sessions full of fun, laughter and games – from sports day and football tournaments to BBQs, new friendships and teamwork all around ⚽

A huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers who worked so hard over the holidays to keep everything fun, engaging and full of energy.

Well done team!

What fantastic performances from every member of our young team in the table tennis tournament yesterday. The lads playe...
19/04/2026

What fantastic performances from every member of our young team in the table tennis tournament yesterday.

The lads played with skill, commitment and real concentration, taking on some of the best young players in Leeds. With a young player reaching the final of the schools competition, it was definitely a success in the tournament.

What is really important to us at CATCH though was the respect shown by all of our players to the other competitors, the audience and the organisers, not forgetting all those refereeing the games. An exemplary display both on and off the table!

Another fantastic young session filled with laughter, joy, and new friendships 🤍We had an amazing arts and crafts sessio...
15/04/2026

Another fantastic young session filled with laughter, joy, and new friendships 🤍

We had an amazing arts and crafts session with Sammie from the Pieces Project, followed by a delicious meal of chicken masala and rice, and some refreshing homemade lemonade made with our very own homegrown mint 🍋🌿

Our last Healthy Holiday young session is this Saturday — see you all then!

Huge thank you to Giants Live for inviting us to experience the World’s Strongest Man competition! Our young people had ...
13/04/2026

Huge thank you to Giants Live for inviting us to experience the World’s Strongest Man competition!

Our young people had the most incredible time and left inspired - already promising they’ll be back in 10 years competing themselves.

Opportunities like this open doors and give our young people a chance to experience things they might not usually have access to. We’re so grateful—thank you for making it happen!

What an amazing first 2 days of the Easter holidays!! 🙌⚽🎨  2 football tournaments, loads of creative arts & crafts, vide...
12/04/2026

What an amazing first 2 days of the Easter holidays!! 🙌⚽🎨

2 football tournaments, loads of creative arts & crafts, video games, socialising at full blast 😄🔥 and even some hands-on mucking out on the farm! 🚜🐄

And we’re only halfway through… 2 more days to go!

Head over to the Healthy Holidays page and book your child’s spot now – don’t miss out! 💥

healthyholidays.leeds.gov.uk

🐣 Easter at CATCH Farm 🐐Looking for something simple and fun to do this Easter? Come and visit our farm!We’re open for g...
04/04/2026

🐣 Easter at CATCH Farm 🐐

Looking for something simple and fun to do this Easter? Come and visit our farm!

We’re open for general visits throughout the Easter period:

🕥 Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30am – 2:30pm

Bring the family, enjoy the outdoors, and meet our animals 🌿

💷 Just £1 per adult / 50p per child

If you're planning to bring a group of more than five children, please let us know at least one week in advance.

We’d love to see you this Easter 🌼

What an amazing Farm on Wheels day! 🦙☀️  We took our llamas and alpacas to Leeds City College (Quarry Hill), where stude...
02/04/2026

What an amazing Farm on Wheels day! 🦙☀️

We took our llamas and alpacas to Leeds City College (Quarry Hill), where students had the chance to take them out for a walk and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors. And honestly… who would have expected to see llamas and alpacas right in the middle of town?

This day really showed the power of partnerships — bringing people, education, and experiences together in such a special way.

A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers from the college, along with our dedicated farm team, for making it all possible! 💚

Even the smallest fish gets the highest level of care 🐟Today, our volunteers looked after our pond, which was completed ...
30/03/2026

Even the smallest fish gets the highest level of care 🐟

Today, our volunteers looked after our pond, which was completed as part of our Summer 2025 project. It’s amazing to see how much life it holds now, full of fish and energy.

The pond is cared for daily by our incredible team of volunteers, who make sure everything continues to thrive. A small space, but a big impact!

Another great LLA breakfast! 🥐 ☕️Bringing together people with the same mindset, the same drive, and the same vision - i...
29/03/2026

Another great LLA breakfast! 🥐 ☕️

Bringing together people with the same mindset, the same drive, and the same vision - it’s what makes these mornings so special.

And this photo says it all… our young volunteers then vs now. Four years of growth, confidence, and incredible progress. What an amazing journey it’s been to watch them develop into who they are today.

Proud doesn’t even cover it. 💙

We’re nearly at the end of the week but it’s still full on at CATCH 💥While our evenings are dedicated to supporting our ...
26/03/2026

We’re nearly at the end of the week but it’s still full on at CATCH 💥

While our evenings are dedicated to supporting our young people and volunteers, the daytime brings a different kind of energy. We open our doors for room bookings and venue hire, welcoming both community groups and corporate partners.

This morning we’ve been busy setting up for Give a Gift and hosting Sunflower ESOL 🌻

Every setup you see is made possible by our amazing volunteers, aged 9–17, who support us each evening - building skills, confidence, and making it all happen behind the scenes.

Giveagift & Sunflower ESOL

Huge congratulations to Ping Pong Pete 🏓Pete has been an incredible part of the CATCH community, giving up his time each...
25/03/2026

Huge congratulations to Ping Pong Pete 🏓

Pete has been an incredible part of the CATCH community, giving up his time each week to support and inspire young people through table tennis. From developing skills to building confidence and simply having fun, his impact both at CATCH and through our off-site provision, Restore, has been truly meaningful.

We’re proud to celebrate Pete for being named Coach of the Year by Table Tennis England. A well-deserved recognition for his dedication and passion.

If you want to get involved, Pete runs weekly sessions every Friday at 4:30pm at CATCH. Come along, get active, and be part of something special!

Another sunny Saturday, another day of hard work ☀️ With so many animals to care for, there’s always a need for hay! Gra...
24/03/2026

Another sunny Saturday, another day of hard work ☀️

With so many animals to care for, there’s always a need for hay! Grateful for our amazing young helpers who come ready to support us every step of the way.

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ARK, Hovingham Avenue
Leeds
LS83QY

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