The prominence of eSports and its entertainment factor in the UK has been brought to light recently with the appointment of university graduate Jack Stewart to the newly made position of an eSports journalist for The Daily Mail newspaper.
The Eastbourne graduate had completed a degree in Sports Journalism BA (Hons) at the University of Brighton. He had written about eSports during his course as a topic that he felt passionate about.
The East Riding of Yorkshire might not be at the very centre of the world of gambling – we’re certainly not Monte Carlo or Las Vegas (or, nowadays, the emerging gambling epicentre of the world, Macau).
However, there has certainly been a renewed focus on gambling in the north of England since the recent introduction in West Yorkshire of the new super casino in Leeds in the new Victoria Gate complex.
As well as a being hotspot for food and drink, shopping and music, Beverley is also a great place to enjoy some gambling.
We’ve chosen some of the best nights out in Beverley and surrounding areas for those who enjoy a flutter, as well as a few ‘virtual’ options so you don’t even have to leave town to win some money!
The International Judy Garland Club – www.judygarlandclub.org – is pleased to announce that it is partnering with Beverley Film Society.
The International Judy Garland Club will present at East Riding’s inaugural Film Festival the 1983 restoration of Warner Brothers’ “A Star Is Born”, Judy’s epic and lavish 1954 Hollywood musical extravaganza.
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.
Gary Horrocks, the HU17 Arts & Culture Editor says that The Pig and Whistle will bring a touch of London to the historic market town of Beverley.
His comments come following a special evening that was held for special guests and the media at the Sow Hill venue that will officially open to the public on 1 June.
Beverley Musical Theatre has a rich and fascinating history dating back to its inception in 1927 when it was Beverley Amateur Operatic Society.
I recently spent a sunny afternoon outside Lempicka Cafe on Wednesday Market with Alison White, now in her fifth year as chair, discussing the history of the Society, their latest production and her lifelong love of musicals.
Yorkshire is known for its breath-taking views, wonderfully warming cups of tea and friendly folk, however it’s probably less known as being an excellent place to live for first time buyers and young professionals.
The beauty of Yorkshire isn’t just the greenery or the rich heritage but the beauty really lies in it being an accessible place for many people to start on the property ladder.
Beverley’s Japanese restaurant Ogino was established in March 2012 by husband and wife team Julian & Rieko Ogino-Stamford.
It was a brainchild born out of love and disaster. The couple’s paths collided online in 2008 and friendship soon bloomed into love, culminating in a traditional Japanese wedding in Toyokawa in 2012.
Vibrant and red headed Liverpool performer Victoria Jones announces that she was born in the wrong decade and momentarily breaks into the lyrics of a famous Cilla Black song.
She is a force of nature, wildly passionate and excited about an extravaganza she is bringing to East Yorkshire’s Bridlington Spa on March 5th as part of a whirlwind UK tour.
Potholes are a major problem on the UK’s roads. While some individuals have come up with creative ideas about how to solve the problem, many other potholes remain unrepaired, and grow, causing untold damage to cars and possibly even causing accidents.
They are formed over time, when water seeps into cracks in the road and weaken the layers underneath the bitumen surface, freezing and thawing, which in turn makes the layers above crumble and collapse. As more and more cars drive over these weak spots, the holes become bigger and deeper.
Here in Yorkshire we like our beer – and that’s proven. An NHS study found that 46% of the alcohol consumed in Yorkshire is beer – the highest proportion of any region in the country.
Financial shortcomings with daily living are common occurrences, while a little or no security results in lacking collateral against arranging a financial loan.
How would you rate your DIY skills on a scale of 1 to 10? If you fancy yourself as a bit of a ‘Handy Andy’, you’re probably pretty good with a power tool already
Most people appreciate the huge contribution that teachers make in educating the youth of today, but a recent report by the stationery supplier Staples
We tend to have a romantic nation of living in the countryside in the UK. Whether it’s quaint cottages or picture postcard views, there’s a nostalgia attached to rural life.
The recently announced tax relief changes will potentially jeopardise the buy-to-let market in Hull, property experts the openpropertygroup.com believe.