Mr & Mrs Wrighton celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with friends by having meal at Rolando’s restaurant, Beverley. The couple received a special card and message from Her Majesty the Queen congratulating them on reaching their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. At the Rose & Crown Lola Bignall was enjoying the summers evening too. At the pub to celebrate with birthday Amanda Price Lola had two unusual friends in Melody and Harmony,…
Graham Briggs Claims Victory in East Yorkshire Classic
Graham Briggs was crowned National Circuit Champion last night in Beverley. The rider who races with Rapha Condor Sharp, the dominant force in domestic pro-cycling this season took the race by about a bike length from Ian Wilkinson. Briggs was presented with the winners Jersey and flowers by the Mayor of Beverley Peter Estelle. Over 80 riders took part in the race that was delayed due a to crash in…
Lady Ballroom Dancers – Have You Dance Passion But No Partner?
One of hu17.net’s avid male ballroom dancing viewers has lost his recent partner and his feet are tapping out an urgent message for her successor!! Ray Grange’s dancing days have hit a non-dancing patch, of late – and could you be his new partner to waltz away dancing evenings? And Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Quickstep, even Paso Dobli? Tall enough? 5’6” and upwards. Maybe up to silver standard, or slightly…
MP Encourages Schools To Apply For New school Facilities Funding
Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness is encouraging schools throughout East Yorkshire to apply for the Government’s newly announced school building scheme. The new programme will be privately financed and open to schools, academies and local authorities that can demonstrate the greatest need. Graham said; “I am pleased that the Government is providing funding for school facilities and making sure it goes to those areas with buildings in the…
New Fishing Platforms & Heritage Walk At Beverley Beck
Beverley Beck has a special place in the hearts of people in the town. Many ‘becksiders’ remember the beck as a working waterway and the connections their families had to local industry, while others value it as a unique place to live and be outdoors. Since 2004, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has made a significant investment to improve the beck’s navigability and create a pleasant destination for residents and…
Braves Beat Tigers At Longcroft
Two depleted sides due to the holidays met on Wednesday night as the Beverley Braves under 9’s took on Cottingham Tigers at Longcroft. To ensure everyone got as much game time as possible three Braves players volunteered to play for the Tigers in each half, thanks therefore go to Matthew Madin, Will Sandford, and Oliver Gresswell who lined up with the Tigers in the first half and Matthew Hutchinson, William…
Olly Murs & The Feeling To Appear @ Brid Bash
96.9 Viking FM today announce Olly Murs & The Feeling are to join the line up at this year’s Brid Bash, sponsored by QualitySolicitors Lockings! With more than half the tickets already sold, these two major artists are set to spark the final push of ticket sales. Chart topper & multi-platinum artist Olly Murs and Brit nominated pop group The Feeling will join, amongst others, Chipmunk and Loick Essien at…
Braveheart Wallis Scores Seven But Braves’ Run Is Ended
Beverley Braves under-nines’ six-match unbeaten run came to an end at Holderness Vikings earlier this month. A below- par Braves could not cope with the strong running and excellent passing of the Vikings, eventually losing by 10 tries to 9. Despite the defeat there were still many strong individual performances, including Tom Colley, who won the man-of-the-match award with a great stint in defence in only his sixth game for…
Henderson: Colts Are An Evolving Force
Humber Colts boss Tony Henderson believes his side are ready for their assault on Division Two of the Hull Men’s Sunday League. Henderson watched his side hammer FC Rossendale 7-0 in their pre-season friendly. New signing Rob Northern bagged a double, as did Carl Walker, while Danny Atkinson, Mike Claxton and Ben Thompson also got on the scoresheet. And Henderson declared himself satisfied with the way his team are shaping…
Braves Enjoy Their Game @ KC Stadium
Beverley Braves enjoyed their time on their biggest stage to date last weekend. HU17.net was there to capture them in action at half-time of the Hull FC v Leeds Rhinos Challenge Cup clash at the KC Stadium, which saw Hull knocked out of the competition 38-22. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
Amanda Price Celebrates Her 43rd @ Beverley Racecourse Family Day
Beverley Racecourse hosted their family race day yesterday. Amanda Price a Nurse at Hull Royal Infirmary spent the day at the Westwood course with family friends as she celebrated her 43rd birthday. Dave Price and Dave Bignell both managed to scoop place pot, the pair were delighted at picking the right results in each of the races and scooped £4.50 each for their efforts. Rachel Falkingham of North Bar Without…
New PRO @ Beverley Lions Clubs
Alan Porter is the new public relations officer for Beverley Lions. He takes over from previous incumbent Harry Burton, who has held the post for the past 10 years. Harry told HU17.net: “I am staying in the Lions but I have done the PRO job for about 10. I also run the golf day, which is very time consuming, and the Christmas lights etc, so I said I thought someone…
Dolce Vita Open Their Doors To The Public
Beverley has a new Takeaway, Dolce Vita who specialise in stone bake Pizzas officially opened this Monday. Located at North Bar Without the shop is currently offering a 20% discount until the 27th July on all collections. Their menu is made up of stoned baked pizzas, pastas and grills with all the food being freshly prepared with a delivery service offered on all orders over £6. Dolce Vita – 8…
Red Roar Worth a Punt @ Beverley Races Family Day
Beverley Racecourse holds their family fun day today and while your kids are enjoying the entertainment here are some tips for the racing that is taking part on the track, doors open today at 12 noon with the first race setting off at 2.10 There will be plenty to do with Hull Kingston Rovers running through some rugby skills and the appearance of Peppa Pig! Horse Racing Tips For Beverley…
Beverley Beat York By Six Wickets At Norwood
After last weeks abandonment due to the weather Beverley were keen to get back to winning ways against York at Norwood Park after 3 disappointing weeks. Skipper Alan Acklam started well when he finally won a toss and inserted York to have first use of a typically good Beverley track. Opening bowlers, Simon Roe and Peter Groves restricted the scoring rate whilst picking up wickets at regular intervals, including the…
Brumfield & Moon Lead Beverley To Victory
The 3rd XI welcomed Hull to Norwood looking to build on their recent good run of form. The toss was won by the visitors and they surprisingly batted first on a used wicket. Beverley’s youthful bowling attack started well following on from last week’s effort. Brad Dobson again bowled a pacy spell but with no luck, whilst Guy Brumfield picked up an early wicket. Beverley introduced new signing from Hull…
Beverley Men’s Trek For Children With Cancer Charity
A Beverley man who has battled a rare and life-threatening illness is pushing himself to the limit to raise money for a vital charity. Adam Barley, 22, was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML) just nine weeks after he was born and has had to fight the disease ever since. He has been in and out of hospital all those 22 years, having to endure numerous blood transfusions and a…
Angels In Action At The Hornsea Carnival
Another great event took place today for the Beverley-based CSV East Riding Project when the Angels in Action descended on Hornsea today to help the organisers of the annual carnival. The participants from a team of 43, all aged 16 to 30 took part in what was their third event of their summer with the project. They took part in the parade and helped to collect donations from visitors to…