About Us
Who We Are
Horsforth Climate Action was established in 2022 as part of a wider initiative supported by Climate Action Leeds and backed by three years funding from the National Lottery.
We are a community-based volunteer led group, working together with the people of Horsforth to raise awareness about environmental issues and how we can all work together through community activities, events and nature-based initiatives.
Our Structure
HCA is currently a constituted group, and we are working towards become a Charitable Incorporated Organsation (CIO). Our Steering Group is made up of local Horsforth residents and oversees the governance of HCA and supports the work we do.
Our Steering Group
Our steering group are all members of the Horsforth community. They work to coordinate and support the work of HCA as well as getting involved in running groups and organising community events.
We are always open to and welcome new volunteers to join our steering group or get involved in our projects and activities.
Our Aims
The aims of Horsforth Climate Action are:
- To engage Horsforth in achievable, locally based, climate action initiatives
- Support local community efforts to raise awareness of climate change, positive individual actions and enhance sustainability across Horsforth
- To develop partnerships with local groups, businesses and schools
Our Achievements
Since we started, Horsforth Climate Action has:
- Developed a successful monthly Horsforth Repair Café
- Coordinated a successful nature group with various successful activities including, Horsforth Bioblitz Survey, Nature Friendly Gardens Scheme, Nature Walks, launching a nature map, campaigning for relaxed mowing and wildflower planting in areas in Horsforth
- Helped to fund and create two community composting schemes
- Run a successful Walk to School Campaign working with our local primary schools
- Developed a Clothes Swap programme with the support of local businesses
- Worked community groups and local businesses to organise and hold a successful Green Festival in Horsforth Hall Park in September 2025
- Held environmental based art events as part of Horsforth Walk of Art and our HCA Saturdays
- Taken part in community events
- Run successful tech and bike donation events
Join Us!
We’re on the lookout for new members to support both current and future projects at Horsforth Climate Action. No matter if you’re experienced in climate initiatives or new to community action, your skills and passion are vital to making a real difference in the local Horsforth community.
We value your involvement. Email us at volunteer@horsforthclimateaction.org to become a part of our team.