MP To Attend Unveiling Of Plaque In Honour Of Mary Wollstonecraft

MP To Attend Unveiling Of Plaque In Honour Of Mary Wollstonecraft
August 28, 2018

Graham Stuart MP will be attending the unveiling of a plaque in Beverley to commemorate the childhood home of author Mary Wollstonecraft.

Organised by the Beverley Civic Society, the event will take place later this week, has been arranged to celebrate the childhood home of Mary Wollstonecraft who lived at 2 Highgate in Beverley.

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Beverley Family Carnival – Plenty To Do For All The Family

Beverley Family Carnival – Plenty To Do For All The Family
August 28, 2018

Organisers of the first Beverley Family Carnival are hoping the public will get behind the event which is taking place later this week at the Beverley Leisure Centre.

Beverley Family Carnival is will be a fund raising event aiming to raise cash to help support 50 pop up schools in the slums of Bangladesh.

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The First Feminist – Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797)

The First Feminist – Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797)
August 28, 2018

Described as the original suffragette, author and free thinker Mary Wollstonecraft was a pioneer of women’s rights, arguing that women should be educated, should be able to vote and to be in government: extraordinary claims for the 18th century.

This September Beverley is celebrating her story and her connection to the town as part of the national Heritage Open Days programme, with talks, walks and an illumination by the street artist Stewy.

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Inflata Nation Adds Bounce To Buoyant Flemingate

Inflata Nation Adds Bounce To Buoyant Flemingate
August 28, 2018

The UK’s first double-decker inflatable theme park has opened at Beverley’s Flemingate centre, marking a major milestone in the development of East Yorkshire’s fastest-growing retail and leisure destination.

The opening of Inflata Nation means Flemingate is now 95% let, with footfall continuing to grow strongly.

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Beverley Skincare Specialist Launches Second Product In Signature Range

Beverley Skincare Specialist Launches Second Product In Signature Range
August 25, 2018

An East Yorkshire skincare expert has launched a specialist eye and lip serum based on her own research into skin feel.

‘9′ is an anti-ageing serum for tired, dehydrated eyes and lips that is inspired by Beverley based Dr Katerina Steventon’s 20 years’ scientific research and professional expertise and refined by her latest skin-feel research.

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East Riding Theatre Announce Latest In-House Production

East Riding Theatre Announce Latest In-House Production
August 25, 2018

As part of the Theatre’s Autumn/Winter season, East Riding Theatre (ERT) are delighted to announce that the next in-house production.

To be staged at the professional Theatre in Beverley, ART by Yasmina Reza (translated by Christopher Hampton) will be the next production opening on the 27th September and runs until the 20th October.

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Let’s Get Ready To Ramble! – The Yorkshire Wolds Walking And Outdoor Festival

Let’s Get Ready To Ramble! - The Yorkshire Wolds Walking And Outdoor Festival
August 25, 2018

The Yorkshire Wolds Walking and Outdoor Festival brings its most diverse and vast calendar of events and activities yet as it celebrates its 8th anniversary.

Taking place between Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 16 September, the festival brings over 100 walks and activities to the East Riding, including Beverley, putting the area’s wonderful landscape and rich heritage on show to all age groups and abilities.

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Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of Beverley’s Conservation Area

Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of Beverley’s Conservation Area
August 24, 2018

This year sees the 50th anniversary of Beverley’s designation as a Conservation Area. To celebrate this anniversary a new exhibition, “Conservation 50”, is now open at the Beverley Guildhall.

Response to the exhibition has been very positive, many visitors commenting that they were unaware how much of the town was included in the Conservation Area. Many also feel that the exhibition helps them to appreciate the town in a different way.

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First Aid Instructor Aims To Help The People Of Soweto

First Aid Instructor Aims To Help The People Of Soweto
August 24, 2018

A first aid instructor at East Riding of Yorkshire Council is asking for help to raise money in order to buy medical kits so he can teach the people of Soweto basic first aid skills.

Rocky Clark, who is one of the instructors based at East Riding Leisure Haltemprice, has set up the charity Helping Them to Help Themselves – Friends of Soweto, following a visit to the South African township earlier this year.

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Police Arrest Con Man Who Targeted Local Elderly Residents

Police Arrest Conman Who Targeted Local Elderly Residents
August 23, 2018

Humberside Police say a man has been arrested by detectives investigating reports a bogus Post Office worker conned elderly East Yorkshire residents into handing over their bank cards before stealing them.

The 39-year-old man was arrested yesterday on suspicion of theft and fraud by misrepresentation in connection with the incident. He has since been released pending further enquiries.

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Beverley Firm Acklams Awarded Contract To Provide Rural Services

Beverley Firm Acklams Awarded Contract To Provide Rural Services
August 22, 2018

Acklams Coaches in Beverley will take over a service previously operated by EYMS next month taking on a village bus service will increasing it from three days a week to five days per week.

Acklams Coaches , which is a local family run business will take on the 504 service, which carries passengers between Bempton, Buckton and Bridlington, will be run by Acklams Coaches from Monday 3 September.

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Beverley Racecourse Reveals Plans For New £4.8m Grandstand

Beverley Racecourse Reveals Plans For New £4.8m Grandstand
August 21, 2018

Beverley Racecourse has revealed plans for a new grandstand – the largest single investment in the history of the venue.

The racecourse has submitted an application to East Riding of Yorkshire Council for full planning permission for the £4.8m development which will provide an enhanced customer experience and additional hospitality opportunities for racegoers.

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HU17.net Magazine Issue 411

HU17.net Magazine Issue 411
August 20, 2018

HU17.net Magazine Issue 411 is out and available to purchase from Molescroft News on Woodhall Way in Beverley.

This issue features photos from Beverley Races Ladies Day which saw over 10,000 race goers enjoy a fantastic time at the Westwood course.

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MP Supports Charity Fashion Show Put On By Local School Pupils

MP Supports Charity Fashion Show Put On By Local School Pupils
August 20, 2018

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart has welcomed the initiative of three Beverley High School pupils, Jazmin Young, Amelia Sparks and Libby Marshall, who are participating in the annual Police Lifestyle challenge.

The girls are holding a fashion show in Beverley. The free event will be held at Beverley Minster Parish Hall this coming Tuesday 21st August 2018, from 2:00 pm until 4:30 pm.

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Driving Lessons For 10-17s Launch At The Defence School Of Transport

Driving Lessons For 10-17s Launch At The Defence School Of Transport
August 17, 2018

A driver training course which allows 10-year olds to get behind the wheel has launched in East Yorkshire for the first time.

Young Driver, which provides driving lessons for 10-17 year olds, is running events at The Defence School of Transport in Leconfield. The scheme will be taking over the school’s driver training area on select weekend dates across the year.

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Beverley Racecourse Pulls In 12,000 Visitors For Ladies Day

Beverley Racecourse Pulls In 12,000 Visitors For Ladies Day
August 17, 2018

Ladies Day at Beverley Racecourse brought 12,000 to Beverley boosting the local economy with race goers spending thousands in the town centre.

A signature event, Ladies Day has been a fixture of the East Yorkshire ‘social calendar’ for 27 years bringing people to Beverley and into the town for a night of food and drink.

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