This week HU17.net visited the Luncheon Club that is held at the Samman Road Centre. Members of the community from around Beverley were collected by the Beverley Community Lift and dropped off at the Samman Road Centre where they enjoyed a hot meal and social interaction with friends. Those on the bus included Jack Bedner of Cherry Tree Lane, Beverley who is now in his 90s. Jack came to Beverley…
It was October 1962, the fair was in town and new police constable William Albert Rice had embarked on his first night of duty. Within in a matter of hours, the legend of the most popular policeman in Beverley’s history was born and a great man had made the first of many indelible marks on his adopted town. He tells the story: “The first night I was on duty in…
Beverley resident and Humber Pilot Alberto Girolami completed his first ING New York Marathon in November in 3 hours 50 minutes and 43 seconds, finishing 10846th out of 44829 runners who completed the course. He has raised well over three thousand pounds so far in support of Children with Leukaemia. Alberto was motivated to take on the challenge when his daughter’s schoolfriend lost her 8 year old brother to leukaemia…
Councillor David Rudd, the Chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, opened a new £750,000 music education centre in Beverley today. The Hexagon Centre, located on Coltman Avenue, represents a significant investment by the council to improve the music facilities for East Riding children and the schools’ music service. The opening ceremony takes place at 2pm. Robert Mitchell, head of East Riding Schools’ Music Service, said: “Music is such an…
A family-run award-winning bed and breakfast convenient for Beverley town centre, the Westwood and all major roads, Hunter’s Hall has built up a loyal range of regular guests over the two years it has been open.
The East Riding Learning Disability Partnership Board Event was held within National Learning Disability Awareness Week on 24th June at Beverley Leisure Centre and was a celebration of achievements of people who have a Learning Disability and to share the work of the Learning Disability Partnership Board. The Day event was officially opened with great enthusiasm by Councillor Harrap. It was open to all and visitors who were encouraged to…
Such was the success of the inaugural Art and The Farm Open Day in April, that artists and craftsmen at Calf House Studios are repeating the experience this weekend. All six of Bishop Burton’s Calf House Studio’s resident craftsmen will be re-opening their stable doors and inviting visitors to see them at work during the second Art and the Farm event on 18th July. Based on a working farm that…
Your help is needed to enable a Beverley teenager make a huge difference to some of the planet’s worst treated animals. Louise Marritt is heading to later this month to work with some of the country’s horribly maltreated cats and dogs, ahead of a move into further education. For two months, Louise will be a volunteer at the Soi Dog Foundation in the southern Thailand islands. Thailand has a huge…
The Lairgate Hotel in Beverley has 30 tastefully furnished rooms and is located in the very heart of Beverley’s town centre. Single rooms and double rooms are available with the Lairgate Hotel offering a Bed & Breakfast service. The hotel also offers special rates for weekend guests, for booking information please contact the Lairgate Hotel directly. The Lairgate in Beverley – 30 – 32 Lairgate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8EP…
Potts of Flemingate as a small establishment provind a high level of service and accommodation to guests. The decor is both homely and contemporary, being ‘art inspired’ by the host and owner Andy, who exhibits a range of art work. Close to Beverley Minster, the town centre, new pudlic swiming pool (200 yards along Flemingate) and leisure facilities, Potts is ideally placed for access to Beverley and the wider attractions…
The changing vision of a young Beverlonian Born and bred in Beverley, I’m what is known as a Beverlonian. As a bored, disillusioned & angst ridden teenager, I frequently found myself thinking ’there must be more to life than just existing in a small town in East Yorkshire‘…a somewhat dreary place I felt, that seemed to suffer with a habitual case of nothingness and a constant attack of bad weather….
A Santa Fun Run was held in Beverley to hep raise awareness and money for Cystic Fibrosis Trust. Runners of all ages dressed in festive Santa Claus outfits before tackling a short run, jog and in some cases a walk around the 3K course. The Mayor of Beverley was there to set the runners of before he completed the event walking the course with Major Chris Jackson and his son…
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) – Forces Help What is SSAFA Forces Help? The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) Forces Help is the national charity helping and supporting those who serve in our Armed Forces, those who used to serve and the families of both. Bernadette Grimes MBE Branch Secretary, SSAFA in East Yorkshire with Mayor of Beverley SSAFA Volunteers with BBernadette Grimes MBE at the…
Beverley Tourist Information Centre – At the heart of the East Yorkshire, bustling market town Beverley has fine food and shopping combined with a rich cultural heritage with many features, including St Mary’s Church and the Minster, dating back to the 13th century. The TIC is found close to Wednesday Market Place on Butcher Row. Your one stop shop for a full range of information services. Fully trained, friendly and…
The Cross Keys Hotel in Beverley is situated in the very centre of town and within walking distance of Beverley’s Shops and attractions. The Cross Keys Hotel has a games room, quiet room and a late night disco as well as providing full bed and breakfast. Cross Keys – 8, Lairgate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8EE – 01482 882573 Cross Keys – 8, Lairgate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8EE –…
Eastgate Guest House is situated in the heart of the historic market town of Beverley with its beautiful Beverley Minister and St.Marys Church. The popular Saturday Market with its pedestrianized shopping area and large selection of excellent eating places, is within a short stroll of the guest house. The Beverley Racecourse, Beverley bus station and Beverley train station are also within easy walking distance. Eastgate Guest House – Eastgate, Beverley,…
Directly opposite Beverley Train Station and within 10 minutes walk of Beverley’s busy town centre the Trinity Guest House offers visitors to Beverley a convenient base for exploring the historic market town. Near by attractions include The Treasure House, Beverley Minster and the Beverley Guildhall. Trinity Guest House – Trinity House, Trinity Lane, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 0AR – 01482 869537 Trinity Guest House – Trinity House, Trinity Lane, Beverley,…
Sharon & Brian invite you to The Market Cross Hotel, all rooms tastefully decorated and equipped with en-suite, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The Market Cross Hotel also has an attractive non smoking dining room with a choice of menu, families very welcome with lunch being served between 12 – 2 daily. A fully licensed residential bar that has a selection of ales, lagers, spirits and wines, all major credit…