The annual Care Home Games grand final has been held at the Beverley Leisure Centre.
organised by East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Sport, Play and Arts Service 16 teams from care homes across the East Riding to compete in the grand final.
Remarkable Rock Choir Is Coming To Beverley
The new term of Remarkable Rock Choir is coming to Beverley in November and there’s a call for local singers, of all abilities, to get involved.
The choir launched in Beverley 2 years ago and has since enjoyed sell-out end of term concerts across the county, as they’ve grown to over 80 members.
Viola Campaign To Benefit From Calendar Of Famous Ships
Trustees behind a campaign to bring the world’s oldest remaining steam trawler back to its home in Hull will be crossing off the days after taking delivery of a commemorative calendar and revealing the ship could be back next summer.
The Viola Trust unveiled the “Homeward Bound” calendar to sponsors at a special launch event held at 1884 Wine & Tapas Bar.
East Yorkshire Judo Academy’s Younger Players Gain International Experience
East Yorkshire Judo Academy accepted an invite by Klungsbacka Judoklubb to travel to Sweden for a weekend of competition and training.
The team of 7 players aged between 12 and 17 years old and along with 2 of EYJA’s coaches, made the trip to compete at the Gothenburg Open Judo Tournament. Klungsbacka Judo offered superb hospitality allowing the East Yorkshire squad to stay at their club.
Lights Switch-On – Flemingate Promising Fireworks And Fun At Christmas
Thousands of people are expected to join in the fun at this year’s Christmas lights switch-on at Beverley’s Flemingate centre.
This year’s night of celebration is on Friday, November, 22, and will be packed with exciting entertainment, a Nordic tipi bar and a breath-taking firework finale.
CyberFirst Girls Competition Wins Backing Of Local MP
Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, has written to schools in Beverley and Holderness to encourage them to get involved in the National Cyber Security Centre’s CyberFirst Girls’ Competition.
Created in 2016 as part of the Government’s National Cyber Security Strategy to respond to evolving digital threats to the country’s infrastructure, the NCSC runs CyberFirst; which is a series of freely available short cyber courses aimed at teaching children aged 11-17 about cybersecurity.
Marathon Challenge To Create A Sensory Room For Children At Hull Eye Hospital
Hospital executive, Lee Bond, is about to embark on the challenge of a lifetime as he bids to run the London marathon and raise £10,000 for the WISHH.
The charity raises money for Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital. Funds raised will enable the opening of a sensory room for children with additional needs including Autism, ADHD, ADD, or for children experiencing anxiety or trauma attending the Hull and East Yorkshire Eye Hospital.
Molescroft Surgery Annexe – Ideal For Occupational Health Professionals
Molescroft Surgery Annexe offers increased choices for residents and employers when it comes to health care.
Molescroft Surgery Annexe, on Lockwood Road, opened in February this year. Its purpose is to increase the health-based services offered on the site.
The Silhouette Band Aim To Raise Money For Local Hospital
The Silhouette Band, a group from Manchester are heading to East Yorkshire to hold a fundraising gig for Castle Hill Hospital.
As a result of one of the band members daughters being taken ill, they want to raise money for the hospital that saved her life.
Providers Of Youth Activities Being Encouraged To Apply For Fro Grant Money
Organisations providing activities for young people across the East Riding are being invited to apply for grant funding.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s youth and family support (YFS) service is launching the 2020 Positive Activity Grant (PAG), which will be opening for applications at noon on 5 November 2019.
Beverley Westwood Lions Bonfire & Fireworks 2019 Timings
Beverley Westwood Lions will be hosting their annual Bonfire & Fireworks on Tuesday 5 November.
The hugely popular event promises as ever to be a spectacular one that is sure to draw in massive crowds.
Elwell Paintings Sent On Tour To York For Special Exhibition
Two Elwell Paintings from the unique collection of the work of Fred and Mary Elwell at Beverley Art Gallery have made the journey to York to form part of a major exhibition there.
The two paintings loaned to York Art Gallery are Fred Elwell’s ‘Refugees in my Studio’ from 1940, and ‘Artist in his studio’, an undated work, but probably dating to earlier in his career at the turn of the century.
Production Company Looking For Talented Young Singer
Production Company, Carrot Productions are on the lookout for a talented young singer to take part in their touring show The Snowman.
Auditions for The Snowman will be held in Beverley on 6 November between 6PM and 8PM. The successful person will sing in Beverley Minster with a professional orchestra in December.
A Country House Christmas At Burton Constable Hall
Experience an enchanting visit to this fascinating country house at Christmas, it’s the perfect chance to lift your spirits for the festive season ahead.
Meander upstairs and downstairs through 30 evocative rooms filled with fine art and furniture that will be transformed with seasonal floral displays, delightful decorations and gorgeous garlands for the festive season. Children can discover the magic of the hall too as they search for the cute Reindeers hidden in each grand room.
Fashionable Funerals In Hull Could Spell The End Of Traditional Send-Offs
Residents in Hull are increasingly turning their back on traditional religious funeral services, according to Co-op Funeralcare.
Just a decade ago 67 per cent of people requested traditional services nationally and only 12 per cent were non-religious.
Pumpkin Carving Day To Be Held At Armstrongs Social Club
Armstrongs Social Club will be hosting a Pumpkin Carving Day as they get into the Halloween Spirit.
A free event the day will also feature a range of activities for all the family while raising money for a local charity.
Bridlington’s Finest Seafret Makes A Welcome Return
Seafret has made a double announcement, the release of their highly anticipated new album ‘Most Of Us Are Strangers’ out February 7th and the extensive UK and European tour including a date in their hometown; performing at Bridlington Spa on Saturday 6 June.
Following the release of their brand new single ‘Fall’, and summer of live performances including supporting Lewis Capaldi at Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Bridlington’s finest Seafret has announced the 23-date UK and European headline tour including a show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
Tickets For Rebecca Newman Concert In Beverley Still Available
There are still some tickets left for classical number one selling soprano Rebecca Newman in Beverley.
She who will present a special programme of her favourite operatic arias, traditional folk songs, sacred arias and songs from her childhood growing up on the coast in Devon.