Convict Life, Penal Servitude And Prison Licensing In Victorian England

Convict Life, Penal Servitude And Prison Licensing In Victorian England
February 6, 2018

A public talk at the Treasure House in Beverley on Tuesday 13 February will offer a new perspective on the lives of those caught up in the convict system in the 19th century.

The talk by Dr Helen Johnston will discuss the rise of long-term imprisonment in England, in the aftermath of the end of transportation to Australia, through the establishment of the convict prison system during the mid-1850’s.

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HU17.net Magazine Issue 384

HU17.net Magazine Issue 384
February 5, 2018

HU17.net Magazine Issue 384 is out and available to purchase from Molescroft News on Woodhall Way.

This week’s issues features a selection of content including local news and photos from the Lee Morley Memorial Dinner held at Beverley Rugby Club.

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Outgoing Captain Hands Over Thousands To Local Good Causes

Outgoing Captain Hands Over Thousands To Local Good Causes
February 2, 2018

Generous members of Beverley & East Riding Golf Club helped last year’s Captain Jeff Worrall raise more than £3,000 for local charities.

Mr Worrall said he was delighted to present cheques for £2,000 to Becky Read representing MacMillan Nurses and £1,080 to Jan Stainforth of Beverley Community Lift.

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Kings Head Beverley Back Charity That Helps Others

Kings Head Beverley Back Charity That Helps Others
February 2, 2018

The Kings Head Hotel in Beverley are backing the charity, Street Angels who help keep people in the town enjoy their night out safely.

From this month through to the end of March, the town centre venue will be donating 50p from all burger sales to Beverley’s Street Angels.

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Grab Yourself A Cheese Burger And Chips For Just Five Quid

Grab Yourself A Cheese Burger And Chips For Just Five Quid
February 2, 2018

Deli No1 are running an offer this weekend where people can enjoy one of their quality  Cheese Burgers and Chips for just a five pounds.

Located at the out of town retail park, Flemingate, Deli No1 will be promoting their Cheese Burger and Chips for a fiver offer from today and all this weekend.

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The Promotion Company – Celebrating 30 Years Of Business

The Promotion Company - Celebrating 30 Years Of Business
February 1, 2018

Local firm, The Promotion Company will celebrate its 30th Anniversary with the Promote and Prosper event held at The University of Hull on 22 February 2018.

The firm says this year’s exhibition will be the biggest yet, with special guest speakers and the industry’s top promotional product and branded clothing suppliers, show casing over two thousand items.

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SAFER INTERNET DAY : A Better Internet Starts With You

SAFER INTERNET DAY : A Better Internet Starts With You
February 1, 2018

An East Yorkshire based wireless internet service provider is advising parents to take greater responsibility when children are online, by promoting Safer Internet Day.

Celebrated around the world on Tuesday 6 February 2018, this year’s theme is Create, connect and share respect: a better internet starts with you.

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Help Young People By Volunteering As An Independent Visitor

Help Young People By Volunteering As An Independent Visitor
February 1, 2018

The Independent Visitors Scheme, which provides independent advice, support and befriending to children looked after across the East Riding, is offering volunteers a chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people.

Volunteers are being sought to become an Independent Visitor, who gives up some of their spare time to befriend and visit a child or young person living in the care of the local authority.

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2018 Programme Unveiled At The Beverley Treasure House

2018 Programme Unveiled At The Beverley Treasure House
January 31, 2018

The Treasure House in Beverley has unveiled its exciting and varied programme of events and exhibitions for 2018.

Although the highlight of 2018 will be the 53rd Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition from 14 July to 8 September, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced a full programme of events at the popular venue for the next year.

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Golf Club Secures Funding To Restore Ancient Westwood Landmark

Golf Club Secures Funding To Restore Ancient Westwood Landmark
January 31, 2018

Beverley and East Riding golf club is set to receive over £26,000 to restore the Westwood’s iconic 200 year old Anti Mill, from a pot of cash paid by developers to support recreation and leisure projects.

Last March, East Riding ward Councillor, Denis Healy, encouraged local community clubs to come forward to bid for the money, known as “Commuted Sums,” which is earmarked for leisure and recreation projects.

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Local Train Provider Ranked Highly In National League Tables

Local Train Provider Ranked Highly In National League Tables
January 31, 2018

Hull Trains who provide a direct service between Beverley and London are celebrating after figures published by Transport Focus show one best at when it comes to customer satisfaction.

Hull Trains scored 95pc which 14pc higher than the overall national average score in the National Rail Passenger Survey (NRPS) for overall customer satisfaction.

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Beverley BID : Chamber of Trade Explore New Incentive

Beverley BID : Chamber of Trade Explore New Incentive
January 30, 2018

Members of the Beverley Chamber of Trade were given a presentation as they look to take forward plans to launch an incentive called Beverley BID.

The reason for their interest in taking such an incentive forward is unclear at this point though it is something that will impact numerous businesses through what is essentially an additional tax.

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