The MV Syntan Barge is the pride and joy of the Beverley Barge Preservation Society. The society was set up in 2000 with the aim of providing visitors to Beverley Beck a memorable trip back in time and provide an overview of the industries that once flourished in this part of town. The Syntan, once a working barge on the Beck, was re-discovered at Doncaster Power Station, where it had…

Massive Weekend For All At Beverley RUFC
Beverley RUFC face a massive weekend with fixtures that will go a long way to deciding the fate of their two senior teams. The first XV achieved a hugely positive result last weekend at Middlesbrough, digging deep and playing some positive rugby to beat the hosts 27-17. But they need to build on this when they travel to Waterloo at the weekend in a game that, should they win, will…

Beverley Beck
Beverley Beck is the historic waterway that once made the town of Beverley one of most prosperous in England. Through links with the Low Countries and other parts of mainland Europe, Beverley was at the centre of a number of trades, with perhaps the most prosperous of the lot the tanning industry. The Beck was first mentioned in the late 13th century in historical records, and continued to the main…

Morrell: Teamwork Will Be Key To Beverley Town CC Success
Beverley Town CC pace ace Alex Morrell believes his side can enjoy a season to remember – if the entire team pulls together. Morrell enjoyed a successful season in the top flight of the York and District Senior League last year, picking up 26 wickets at an average of just under 30, playing mostly on the flat, batsman-friendly Norwood Recreation Ground. This included two five wicket hauls, his best return…

Jacqui Dickinson Sets New PB at Coniston
Members of Beverley Athletic Club made their annual trip to Coniston in the Lake District last weekend to run one of the most scenic road races in the country. The Coniston 14 follows the 13.875 miles of road which circle Coniston Water and runners are rewarded with stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The route was extended to 16.7 miles last year to avoid a bridge on…

Beverley AC Ladies Compete in Nationals at Sutton Park
A team of six ladies from Beverley Athletic Club travelled to Sutton Park near Birmingham last weekend to take part in the National 6 Stage Road Relay Championships. After qualifying at the Northern Championships at Catterick Garrison last month Beverley was the only club from East Yorkshire to field a team in the Nationals. Competing against some of the best road runners in the country, they finished in a commendable…

A Formidable Feat: The Story of POW’s Escape
The Second World War touched the lives of millions and made many an ordinary person into a hero, yet many of these remain anonymous. If we passed them in the street today we would be totally unaware of the dangers and horrors they faced and their incredible feats of bravery. Some veterans do come forward to give their account of the war and East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Archives and…

East Riding College: Summer Courses in New Prospectus
East Riding College’s new part-time course guide, featuring courses starting after Easter, is now available. Courses featured include those related to career advancement, such as management and supervision qualifications, and many which are specific to job areas, such as hairdressing and beauty therapy, construction, engineering and catering. There is a section on the College’s Discover adult education courses, which are aimed at people who would like to take shorter courses…

Jeremy Kyle’s: Military Driving School
TV star Jeremy Kyle has described filming a new documentary at the Defence School of Transport as “the most amazing experience”.

Beverley Show They Can Mix It With The Best
Beverley RUFC U14s were beaten by touring side Oadly Wyggs from Leicester 12 – 22. In an entertaining match from start to finish, the home side never gave up against a team that had three players from the Leicester Tigers Academy. Final Score: Beverley RUFC 12 Oadly Wyggs 22 HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1386] HU17.net Picture Gallery:…

Representatives Beaten by Hull Mens League in Final
A strong contingent of local players couldn’t stop the East Riding County League representative losing in the final of the British Legion Cup recently. Six players – five from champions-elect Hodgsons and one from Beverley Town – were in the ERCL team that narrowly lost 2-0 to a Hull Mens Sunday League Select XI. The team was managed by Hodgsons FC inspirational boss Lee Hastings, along with Forum FC’s Jamie…

Sinkler Scores Two Tries as Beverley Beat Driffield
Beverley RUFC Under 13’s hosted Driffield at Beaver Park on a sunny April Sunday morning. After a heavy defeat by Market Rasen the previous week the young Beavers were looking for a better result. Beverley learned from the previous week and started with the correct intensity from minute one. An early pick up from the back of the scrum by number 8 Ruairi Sinkler resulted in the first try for…

Entrepreneur Nader Takes on Business Dragons
Enterprising business student Nader Koder narrowly missed out on winning a regional Dragon’s Den style contest. Nader, 18, who is studying for a BTEC National Diploma in Business at the College’s Gallows Lane campus, pitched his Eco-exerciser idea to a panel of four judges and came a close second to North Lindsey College student Milo Hotchin. Beverley resident Nader, who plans to study accounting and finance at university said: “I…

The Ice Man Returns as Molescroft Earn Place in Final
On Thursday night Molescroft progressed to the final of the Junior Country Cup and a tie against Dunnington out of the York Premier league with a hard fought victory against Bridlington Sports club Old Boys. Moley were under the cosh for long periods of the game but a monumental defensive display by the whole team, after nicking a one goal lead 30 mins in was enough to see the County…

Michael Gove MP Visits St Nicholas School
Conservative candidates for the Minster and Woodmansey Ward met with Secretary of State for eduction Michael Gove MP and Graham Stuart MP when Michael visited St Nicholas School in Beverley. Cllr Kerri Harold questioned the Secretary of State about several issues including the funding for pupils in the East Riding which under the last government was allowed to slip well below the national average. Also raised was the good work…

Castleford Beat Beverley in Cricket Pre Season Friendly
Beverley Town Cricket Club found the going tough on another sun-baked day at the Norwood Recreation Ground. Sunday’s friendly opponents were another team from the Central Yorkshire League in Castleford CC, who fielded a strong side against a slightly weakened home team. Batting first, Cas piled on the runs, reaching 233 from their 40 overs, a total that always looked to be beyond Beverley. Facing a new ball attack that…

Fisher Header Seals Promotion For Eager Beaver
The Eager Beaver secured promotion to Wyke 4 in their first season with a fine home win against FC Rosedale. Manager Andy Rawlings knew the importance of the game and played his best side from the off with Danny Bone once again being left on the bench. The Eager Beaver did not start well and found themselves a goal behind, but two goals from their talisman, Rob West, and one…

HU17.net Magazine Issue 38
HU17.net Magazine issue 38, featuring pictures from the following events and sports fixtures: Jeremy Kyle New TV Show Filmed Locally Out & About: Bar Fusion Out & About: Lord Nelson Tracy’s 50th @ Hodgsons Beverley Races: Spring Back to Racing Beverley RUFC U13 Team Poster & Driffield Game Beverley RUFC U14 Eager Beaver Clinch Promotion Beverley RUFC Vs Hull Swinemoor Primary School Art Week Beverley Town Cricket Club First Match…