Police in the East Riding are running a rape awareness campaign across the region to reduce incidents of rape and sexual assault in the run up to Christmas. Three weeks of action will be undertaken by officers on public order patrol and licence premises to support the campaign. Three posters will be released to licensed premises over a three week period, in a bid to remind party-goers the dangers of…
Health Service Continuity in Light of the Adverse Weather
Health service continuity in light of the adverse weather Due to the severe weather conditions, a number of local health services have been affected and/or are running a limited service. · Community services In Hull and the East Riding, community services (including district nursing, intermediate care and health visiting) will be prioritising patients with urgent care needs. Routine, non-urgent visits and clinics will not be taking place. · Health centres…
Leeds Abbey Dash 2010: Glover Sets New PB
Six members of Beverley Athletic Club joined a field of top club runners, celebrities and fundraisers to run the Abbey Dash 10k race in Leeds the weekend before last. It was a family occasion for husband and wife team, Alan and Nicola Glover, who were joined by Nicola’s father David Robinson. David was the first of the trio to finish, crossing the line in 49.10 and in 16th position in…
Snowmen & Your Snow Creations
We have received some pictures from people who have made a something out of the snow, if any more are received we will add them to this page. Send pictures of your snow creations to – paul@hu17.net Snow Animals – by Ruth Hargreaves and Phil & Kay Quinby
Wednesday Sledgers on the Beverley Westwood
With the snow forcing schools to close and people to stay away from work, some took the opportunity to have fun by sledging at the Beverley Westwood. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full sizes [nggallery id=1102] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Wednesday: More Snow in Beverley
Lots of snow pictures from around the streets and the centre of Beverley. Snowy pictures of Beverley Minster, St Marys Church, North Bar and the shopping areas. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1101] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
HU17.net Magazine Issue 21
Hu17.net Magazine issue 21 is available from Woodhall Way Post Office. This weeks issue includes following: Ruby’s 18th Birthday Sledging on the Westwood Rolando’s 1st Birthday Beverley Pigeon Awards The Broadley’s 50th Wedding Anniversary Out & About Mandy Brignall: Under the Skin HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1100] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to…
Sledging on the Beverley Westwood
The Beverley Westwood was once again busy as people took advantage of the snowy weather to have some sledging fun. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1099] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Let it Snow: Snowy & Sledging Pictures
The Beverley Westwood was the place to head as the snow arrived in Beverley this weekend. With the sporting fixtures canceled up and down country winter sports took over from field sport with plenty of people in Beverley going sledging on the Westwood. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1098] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…
Rolando’s First Anniversary Party
Rolando’s held a private party at their North Bar Restaurant to mark their first anniversary of their move from North Bar Without to North Bar Within. Local musician Adam Lynch performed live for friends and customers who were invited to enjoy a buffet. Members of staff were dressed in variety of outfits that included a Roman, Rubbish and a Robber. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…
Night Out: The Queens Head, Royal Standard & Fusion
Pictures from The Queens Head, Bar Fusion and The Royal Standard. Despite the freezing cold weather and snow on the ground party goers braved the elements for a night out in Beverley. Bar Fusion provided live music as the Swedish act We Ghosts appearing again in Beverley. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1096] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on…
Ruby Perry’s 18th @ The Norwood Recreation Ground
Ruby Perry celebrated her 18th birthday with friends and family at the Norwood Recreation Ground. Guests were dressed in a number of outfits that included Bill & Ben the Flower Pot Women! HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1095] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
399 (Beverley) Squadron Air Cadets Awards
399 (Beverley) Squadron Air Cadets held their annual presentation at Longcroft School this week where awards were given to recruits for their achievements. Awards were given for wide range of topics including an Endeavour Award, Sports Award, Merit Award and Internal Team Award. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1094] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…
Eric Gill Art Exhibition Comes to Beverley
A new touring exhibition, which includes 100 outstanding original wood engravings by Eric Gill, printed between 1929 and 1934, is sweeping across North Yorkshire and is a rare chance to buy his work. The show comes to Beverley Arms Hotel, 25 North Bar Within, Beverley, HU17 8DD, Thursday 2nd to Saturday 4th December, 10am – 5pm. Eric Gill (1882-1940) was one of the most colourful figures in early 20th century…
Laura Douse “Just me and my guitar”
Laura Douse, 26 makes it look so easy singing with her guitar across her lap and there seem to be no nerves or over excitement, she just genuinely wants people to enjoy her music. Laura says that she has always loved music and at 16 years of age, taught herself to play the guitar and started writing her own songs but didn’t have the confidence to perform in public until…
Morris Dancing is the Last Truly English Tradition and it Needs You!
Traditional Morris Dancing has been represented locally by “Green Ginger Morris”, which has been seen at various pubs, galas, and garden parties (and pubs) in the area since the early ‘70s. We are now looking for the next generation of dancers to carry this tradition forward. It could be said that Morris Dancing is the last truly English tradition, and dates back to at least the early 15th century. Generally…
Education Minister to tour Beverley Schools after Accepting MP’s Invitation
Michael Gove MP, the Secretary of State for education, is to tour some of Beverley’s schools after being asked to come to the town by Graham Stuart MP. The Minister is due to make his visit on December 3. Graham said: “This is great news. A second Government Minister coming to the constituency in less than a month just shows how this Government’s Ministers are willing to get out and…
Beverley Bypass is ‘a must’ MP Tells Minister
Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, pressed the case for the Beverley Southern Relief Road at a meeting with the Secretary of State for Transport, Philip Hammond. The meeting came just weeks after the Minister announced the scheme would be allowed to go forward and bid for a slice of £600 million earmarked for transport schemes in the region. Graham said: “The Minister made it very clear that while the…