Slimming World Middleton with James

01/11/2026

Check out my new interactive poster 😊

Saturdays at 7:30am & 9:00am. Middleton Baptist Church, Middleton Park Avenue, Leeds LS10 4HT.

31/10/2026

Real food. Real support. Real results. Yes, really! ❤️

Hello, Middleton! 👋 If you’ve been thinking about joining Slimming World, I’d love to welcome you to our Saturday morning group.

Having lost 13 stone myself, I know how much the encouragement and support of a group can mean. I still attend group as a member, and now, as your consultant, I’m here to help you make Food Optimising work around your life too. ❤️

We’ll share delicious food ideas, celebrate your progress and work through those everyday challenges together, with plenty of encouragement along the way.

Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning after a break, there’s a place for you here. You don’t need to wait until you’ve had a “good week” to walk through the door.

📍 Middleton Baptist Church
Middleton Park Avenue, Leeds LS10 4HT
🗓 Saturdays
⏰ 7:30am or 9:00am
👋 A warm welcome with James

Got a question before coming along? Send me a message. I’d love to hear from you. 😊

27/10/2026

Real food. Real support. Real results. ❤️

Slimming World’s new advert is a lovely opportunity to talk about what that support looks like here in Middleton.

In our group, you’ll find a warm welcome, practical Food Optimising ideas and people who understand the ups and downs. Staying for group gives us time to celebrate your progress, work through challenges together and help you leave with a plan for the week ahead. You’re not doing this alone. 💛

Whether you’re brand new to Slimming World or thinking about returning, I’d love to welcome you. You don’t need to lose weight before coming back or wait until you’ve had a “good week”. Come as you are, and we’ll take it from there.

📅 Saturday 31 October
🕢 7:30am or 9:00am
📍 Middleton Baptist Church
Middleton Park Avenue, LS10 4HT

💬 Message me to find out more about joining or returning this Saturday.

James 😊

23/10/2026

Anyone else ready for slow-cooker season? 🍲

A hearty stew, a warming curry or a bowl of homemade soup… just the sort of tea you fancy when the evenings turn chilly!

If your weekly meals are feeling a bit samey, swipe through these lovely ideas from Slimming World. Plenty of inspiration to keep Food Optimising varied, enjoyable and full of the flavours you love. There’s something sweet in there too!

Here’s what’s on the menu:

1. Sweet potato and coconut curry
2. Sausage casserole
3. Diet cola gammon
4. Chilli con carne
5. Lentil and winter veg stew
6. Chicken curry
7. Lancashire hotpot
8. Chicken casserole, with a second meal idea for the leftovers
9. Leek and potato soup
10. Slow-cooker rice pudding, with vanilla, chocolate-orange, or cinnamon and apple to choose from

Have a browse, pick something you fancy and pop the ingredients on your shopping list. That could be one evening’s tea planned already! 💛

Which one would you try first? Tell me your number in the comments, or share your own favourite slow-cooker meal so we can give each other a few ideas.

Save this for your next food shop!

Find the recipes on https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/blog/snuggly-season-get-cosy-with-our-slow-cooked-stews-and-soups/

Recipes and original food photography: Slimming World.

Slimming World With James
📍 Middleton Baptist Church, Middleton Park Avenue, Leeds LS10 4HT
Saturday mornings at 7:30am and 9:00am

19/10/2026

Meatza and chips… this was SO good! 🍕🍟😋

I made the base with 5% fat chicken mince and wholemeal flour, then topped it with tomato sauce, cheese and plenty of Speed Free veggies — peppers, mushrooms and red onion. Chips on the side finished it off perfectly! 👌

Love getting creative with my favourite meals. This one’s definitely being made again! 💛

Would you give a meatza a go? Tell me what toppings you’d choose 👇

Slimming World

12/10/2026

🌟 MEET OUR SLIMMING WORLD ICONS 2026! 🌟

On Saturday, we had the pleasure of celebrating four of our wonderful Middleton members who were recognised as our Slimming World Icons 2026! 🏆

A massive congratulations to Trish, Angie, Terri and Nicole! ❤️

What makes someone an Icon?

For me, it’s about so much more than the number on the scales.

It’s about the people who inspire others, offer encouragement, share their experiences and help make group somewhere people look forward to coming each week.

Because sometimes, without even realising it, the things you say, the experiences you share or the support you offer can make a real difference to somebody else.

And that’s what makes our Slimming World community so special. ❤️

I’m absolutely delighted that we got to recognise these four lovely ladies on Saturday.

Congratulations to all four of you. You should be incredibly proud! 🌟👏

And to everyone at Middleton, never underestimate the positive influence you might be having on somebody else in our group.

09/10/2026

Before and now… still love a checked shirt! 😂❤️

There’s a lot of life between these two photos.

I’ve lost weight, put weight back on, found my way back and kept learning along the way. Anyone who knows my story knows it hasn’t been a straight line.

But seeing these together makes me stop and appreciate how far I’ve come.

I’ve got a lot of kindness for the James in that first photo, too. He deserves that just as much as the James standing here now.

Food Optimising, the support of my Slimming World group and people who believed in me have all been part of this journey. Gradually, I’ve learned to believe in myself a bit more as well.

That’s something I carry with me into being a consultant. I know what it’s like to need encouragement, especially when you’ve been here before.

So if you’re looking at these while feeling a bit stuck yourself, please know that coming back is always something to be proud of.

I’m still learning. Still showing up. And very glad I kept going. ❤️

Slimming World

05/10/2026

🎄 Nearly 12 weeks until Christmas… what would you love to achieve between now and then?

It’s easy to say “only half a pound”, but those smaller losses deserve celebrating too. Week by week, they can add up ❤️

With Food Optimising, you can enjoy filling, satisfying meals and work towards your weight-loss goals around real life. And in group, there’s support to help you plan for the weeks when life gets busy.

Whether you’re thinking of joining for the first time or coming back after a break, you’ll be made very welcome. Come exactly as you are, and let’s take it one week at a time.

📍 Middleton Baptist Church
Middleton Park Avenue, Leeds, LS10 4HT
🕢 Saturdays at 7:30am & 9:00am
📱 James: 07777 503651

Send me a message if you’d like to find out more. I’m here to support you 😊

04/10/2026

Anyone else ready for proper cosy dinners? 🍂😍

Beef bourguignon, chicken parmigiana and chicken forestière… these look right at home on an autumn menu!

Having a few handy options in the freezer can make those busy evenings that bit easier. Food Optimising can fit around real life, including the nights when you haven’t got the time or energy to cook from scratch ❤️

And yes, I spotted those mince pie crumbles too! 👀😂

Which one would you be putting in your basket? And if you’ve tried any already, give us your verdict below 👇

03/10/2026

Come on in and have a look around! 👋❤️

I’m James, and welcome to my Slimming World group in Middleton!

Having lost 13 stone myself, I know how much courage that first step through the door can take. So here’s a little peek inside, to help you feel at home before you even arrive. 😊

Our group is somewhere to share ideas, celebrate your progress and find support when things feel tricky. Whether you’re joining for the first time or finding your way back, there’s a warm welcome waiting for you.

It’s your journey, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to support you.

📍 Middleton Baptist Church, Leeds
🗓 Saturdays at 7:30am or 9:00am

Drop me a message if you’d like to know more. I’d love to welcome you! ❤️