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Author Val Wood Receives University’s ‘Doctor’ Accolade

Author Val Wood Receives University’s 'Doctor' Accolade

July 14, 2017

The University of Hull presented award-winning author, Valerie Wood with an honorary Degree of Doctor of the University, in recognition of her exceptional service and devotion to literature at a ceremony held at Hull City Hall.

Valerie, also known as Val, received the honour to celebrate her writing career which focusses on fictional characters living in and around the city of Hull during the Nineteenth Century.

Award Winning Folk Band The Young’uns To Perform In Beverley

Award Winning Folk Band The Young'uns To Perform In Beverley

July 14, 2017

BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winners The Young’uns present their popular festive concert on Friday 8 December 2017 at St Mary’s Church in Beverley.

The Young ‘uns have proved themselves a unique proposition – writing and performing a cappella or subtly accompanied songs that tell it how it is alongside traditional songs from their native North-East and further afield.

Treasure House Talk : The Road To Hull’s Beverley Gate In 1642

Treasure House Talk : The Road To Hull's Beverley Gate In 1642

July 14, 2017

The Treasure House in Beverley will host an illustrated talk by Barbara English and Margaret Pinder: ‘Speaking the landscape: the road to Hull’s Beverley Gate in 1642′ will explore the road from Beverley to Hull’s Beverley Gate in 1642. The talk will be on Wednesday 26 July from 2pm-4pm.

Maps of Hull and the East Riding of the 16th and 17th centuries, plans of great interest newly discovered in national collections, together with travellers’ descriptions and government records, show different aspects of Hull and Beverley in the years leading up to the Civil Wars.

Sam Hollis Web Design Aim To Simplify Internet For Customers

Sam Hollis Web Design Aim To Simplify Internet For Customers

July 13, 2017

Sam Hollis Web Design is a new company that started in Leconfield set up with an aim to make the internet work in a way that is easy to use.

Sam Hollis who founded the business says he is enjoying working with other local business owners enhancing their online presence.

Tickton Defibrillator Campaign Install More Life Saving Devices

Tickton Defibrillator Campaign Install More Life Saving Devices

July 13, 2017

Fundraisers from the Tickton Defibrillator Campaign will meet with MP Graham Stuart following the installation of two new defibrillators, in Weel and Routh.

As part of his HEART campaign, Graham has been raising awareness of the need for Community Public Access Defibrillators and their locations throughout Beverley and Holderness.

FIREPIT Smokehouse & Sports Bar Set To Launch With VIP Party

FIREPIT Smokehouse & Sports Bar Set To Launch With VIP Party

July 13, 2017

With a distinctive Americana theme and menu, using an in-house smoker and wood-burning grill, the FirePit is a unique experience with a Deep South flavour.

Transforming a ground floor site in the Flemingate Centre, the company behind the town’s popular Potting Shed Bar and Gardens has created a new venue with a very different look and feel.

Garden Party Completes 150th Anniversary Celebrations

Garden Party Completes 150th Anniversary Celebrations

July 11, 2017

As it’s 150th Anniversary year draws to a close, Beverley Building Society invited members and guests to a garden party and celebrated the burial of a time capsule.

The winner of the Society’s Red Box Challenge, Natasha Sharpe from Year 4 at Molescroft Primary School buried the time capsule with the help of Graham Carter, Head of Lending. Natasha included a letter to her future self, as well as items from the Society, members of the public and a letter from Her Majesty The Queen.

Newbald Residents To Meet With MP Over Connectivity Issues

Newbald Residents To Meet With MP Over Connectivity Issues

July 11, 2017

Residents and parish councillors from Newbald will meet with MP Graham Stuart as they look to address the villages connectivity issues.

Located just outside Beverley, some residents in Newbald are able to enjoy ultrafast and even superfast internet while many others in the village are missing out on internet access at speeds most of us take for granted.

Glimpses Of History From Above – Exhibition Looks Down On Beverley

Glimpses Of History From Above - Exhibition Looks Down On Beverley

July 11, 2017

The latest in the series of temporary exhibitions at the Beverley Guildhall opens on Friday 14 July.

“Glimpses of History from Above” takes an unusual view of the town, from the air, and draws out the interesting historical elements that can be seen from above.

Beverley Treasure House Celebrates History Of The British Holiday Camp

Beverley Treasure House Celebrates History Of The British Holiday Camp

July 10, 2017

A new free exhibition at the Treasure House opens on Saturday 15 July – ‘Morning, Campers!’ is a nostalgic look at the history of the British holiday camp.

The first holiday camp appeared in 1894 on the Isle of Man. However, it was in the 1930s that Billy Butlin launched the concept of the holiday camp in a big way.

HU17.net Magazine Issue 355

HU17.net Magazine Issue 355

July 10, 2017

HU17.net Magazine Issue 355 is out and features a collection of photos from Beverley High and Grammar School Prom, the Beverley J6 Prom and much more.

HU17.net Magazine Issue 355 is available to purchase from Molescroft News, Woodhall Way or by contacting HU17.net directly on sales@hu17.net

PCC Looks To Fund Schemes That Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour

PCC Looks To Fund Schemes That Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour

July 7, 2017

Voluntary and community groups across the East Riding are being invited to apply for grants from a new fund that has been launched to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour issues.

The East Riding Crime Reduction Fund has been established by the East Riding Community Safety Partnership, thanks to almost £100,000 funding provided by the Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner.

McDonald’s Submit Plans For Beverley Drive Thru Restaurant

McDonald’s Submit Plans For Beverley Drive Thru Restaurant

July 7, 2017

McDonald’s Restaurants Ltd and WM Morrison Supermarkets have submitted plans for a Drive Thru Restaurant on the edge of Beverley.

The application which was made in June was validated by East Riding of Yorkshire Council just days ago meaning people could soon no longer need to travel to the nearest store.

Chamas Launches With A Rio de Janeiro Carnival Atmosphere

Chamas Launches With A Rio de Janeiro Carnival Atmosphere

July 7, 2017

A Rio de Janeiro carnival atmosphere came to Beverley. Bubbly and Caipirinhas were flowing in celebration of the grand VIP opening of Chamas Rodizio Bar and Grill on Wednesday Market.

The national cocktail of Brazil, (a splendidly moreish concoction of sugar cane rum called Cachaça, crushed ice, lime and sugar) defined the night, alongside a dazzling troupe of exotic (some jaw-dropped onlookers would say erotic) Brazilian dancers strutting their stuff inside and outside the new restaurant.

East Riding Taxis Install CCTV To Protect Passengers and Drivers

East Riding Taxis Install CCTV To Protect Passengers and Drivers

July 7, 2017

A pilot scheme which will see taxis in the East Riding fitted with CCTV cameras to protect both drivers and passengers has been launched.

The scheme has been introduced by licensing officers at East Riding of Yorkshire Council and so far, 61 taxis have been fitted with small CCTV cameras within the vehicles, including on dashboards and rear view windscreens.

Outstanding Beverley Apprentice Heralded As Best In Yorkshire & Trent

Outstanding Beverley Apprentice Heralded As Best In Yorkshire & Trent

July 5, 2017

Beverley apprentice Liam Wardell has been named the best apprentice in the Yorkshire & Trent Region for the 2017 Federation of Master Builders’ (FMB) Master Builder Awards.

As part of the Master Builder Awards the FMB carries out a nationwide search to find the building industry’s best apprentices.

Fancy Watching All The Action From Wimbledon On An Outdoor Screen?

Fancy Watching All The Action From Wimbledon On An Outdoor Screen?

July 5, 2017

The Potting Shed in Beverley has a smashing offer which means you won’t miss a shot – and you can enjoy pitchers of Pimms while you cheer on your favourite player, whether it’s reigning champion Andy Murray or comeback legends Federer and Nadal.

The bar on Flemingate had a huge 3.5m x 1.5mscreen installed in its gardens in May so now customers can make the most of the summer weather and see every serve and volley from SW19.

Sun Awareness Campaign Launched To Keep Stable Staff Safe

Sun Awareness Campaign Launched To Keep Stable Staff Safe

July 5, 2017

Stable staff can stay safe in the sun at Beverley racecourse this summer thanks to an innovative campaign launched in association with Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Sun-cream dispensers have been installed around the popular East Yorkshire circuit to protect stable staff and racegoers throughout the season.

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