Information about charities and charity shops that are based or work within Beverley East Yorkshire including pictures from charity and fund raising events local to Beverley.
Age Concern has opened an office in Beverley, they are based from a shop at North Bar Within next door to North Bar Kitchens which is close to the Green Dragon Pub.The charity is there to support the older members of the Beverley community and aims to improve the lives of older people they are open from 9.30 am to 4pm Monday through to Friday. Age Concern Beverley – North…
Each year the Beverley Lions Club organise their Annual Fireworks Display on Guy Fawkes Night, which this year is on Thursday 5th November and will take place as usual on the Beverley Westwood adjacent to Westwood Road. The Bonfire which is provided by the Beverley Town Council will be lit at 7-15 pm by the Mayor of Beverley, Councillor David Elvidge, together with President of the Beverley Lions Club, Ian…
The Poppy Appeal in the East Riding was jointly launched in Beverley, by the Lord-Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire, the Hon. Mrs Susan Cunliffe-Lister and the Chairman of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Councillor Christopher Matthews. Pictured : Councillor Christopher Matthews, Chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council Mr. Alan Higbee, MBE, Chairman, Royal British Legion East Riding of Yorkshire The Hon. Mrs. Susan Cunliffe-Lister, Lord-Lieutenant of…
Fancy having some festive fun while raising money for a good cause? Then why not take part in the Santa Fun Run around Beverley?? The event is being organised by the Cystic Fibrosis Trust and will take place on the 29th November 2009 in Beverley’s Market Place. For more information about entering please visit CF Trust or call their office on 0845 859 1100.
Exclusive pictures from the Bungee jump that was held at the Kings Head Hotel in Beverley where people were throwing themselves out of a cage for charity. One brave jumper, this lady did not think twice about and just jumped out of the cage. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the image, these are just some of the pictures please contact us if you would like a copy of your…
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…
Queens Award Winning Charity – Beverley Community Lift is a Volunteer Car Service in Beverley and surrounding villages, Minibus Service (with disabled access) for Social and Support groups- also minibus shopping services in Beverley, Pocklington, Market Weighton and Holme on Spalding Moor. Volunteers always welcome to support our grass roots charity. For further information Visit BCL Web Site The shopping trips are run on a two-weekly basis. If you are…
The Beverley Memorial Hall celebrated its 50th anniversary this year; officially opened on the 10th September 1959 the Beverley Memorial Hall is there in memory of those who fell in World War II and as gratitude to those who returned. Beverley Memorial Hall – 73-75 Lairgate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8HN – 01482 880244 Beverley Memorial Hall – 73-75 Lairgate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8HN – 01482 880244 [nggallery id=208]…
John Atkinson opened the doors to the bell tower of St Mary’s Church, John is part of the Beverley and District Ringing Society and he with other members are responsible for the bell we hear ringing right across Beverley. John told us that they keen to find more people who are prepared to learn the art of Tower Bell Ringing and also Handbell Ringing. While in the bell tower of…
The Beverley Memorial Hall hosted a cat show; the show featured 30 cats and kittens. There were also a number of stalls including the East Yorkshire Badger Protection Group. The event was organised by Carol a Beverley resident who volunteers for Beverley and Pocklington branch of Cats Protection. One of the cats that was on show and in need of a new home. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the…
Rotary is a global network of business and professional people who volunteer their time and talents to serve both their local communities and the world What is a Rotarian? Rotarians are business and professional people who have the willingness and drive to put something back into the community whilst enjoying the fellowship of like-minded friends. Rotary’s motto is ‘Service above Self’ which neatly sums up what membership is all about….
The British Heart Foundation have over 600 shops across the UK including one in Beverley, they have a great selection of high quality items to suit all budgets ranging from clothes, accessories, books and DVDs, to home accessories and furniture! Pop into your local British Heart Foundation shop in Beverley today and find out what bargains are on offer. British Heart Foundation – 49, Toll Gavel, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17…