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…
Humberside Police are warning of the dangers of children playing on ice following numerous calls about incidents on Beverly Beck on Monday 20 December 2010. In the space of 30 minutes between 1900hrs and 1930hrs yesterday police received four calls from concerned residents about young people playing on the ice on Beverley Beck near Beckside North. In one incident three boys were seen playing ice hockey. The local Neighbourhood Policing…
People throughout the East Riding are being reminded that while frozen waterways, ponds and lakes may look tempting they can be dangerous. There has been evidence that a number of people have walked on Beverley Beck during the icy conditions. However, the ice may be thin and a fall through could prove fatal. The message comes as British Waterways has launched its SAFE appeal (Staying Away From the Edge) warning…
Beverley girl Sophie Bennett celebrated her 23rd birthday by holding a Fancy Dress Party at the Sloop Inn near Beverley Beck. Guests were disguised as all sorts of colourful characters. Cartoon Heroes Batman and Superman had a couple of Lifeguards on hand just in case their superpowers failed them. There also seemed to be more girls turn up than were on the guest-list, although closer inspection revealed that some of…
The Sobriety has returned to Beverley for the first time in over 40 years. Members of the Beverley Barge Preservation Society were there to welcome the ‘old girl’ back home. The barge arrived at the Beverley Beck yesterday evening, crewed by young volunteers. The Sobriety will be opened to the public for a few hours before it continues its journey to Hull later today. Built in Beverley 100 years ago, …
An old girl will be returning home as part of a special visit thanks to Lottery money. The Sobriety was originally built in Beverley 100 years ago back in 1910 at Joseph Scarrs. To mark its centenary the Heritage Lottery Fund has awarded a grant so the Waterways Museum can take her back to town where she was built. It is over forty years since the Sobriety has been seen…
The Archbishop of York gave his blessing to the Syntan barge this weekend. Dr John Sentamu travelled along East Yorkshire’s waterways to York from Beverley Beck on the Beverley Barge Preservation Society boat to bless the York Millennium Bridge on its tenth anniversay. While on the Syntan, he also blessed the plaque which commemorates the restoration of the barge. The Syntan used to be owned by Hodgsons Tannery to carry…
The launch of Beverley’s Town Trail tomorrow promises to be packed full of entertainment and education. Nearly a decade in the making, 39 sculptures and installations make up the Beverley Medieval Guilds and Crafts Trail revealing the rich history that made Beverley one of the most prosperous towns in England. The final major piece of art was installed at the head of Beverley Beck this week when a cast statue…
The Spinners’ sculpture forms part of the Beverley Town Trail which comprises 39 unique pieces of art that tell the story of the guilds and crafts that made the town one of the richest in Medieval England. The artworks, which have been created by artist Chris Wormald, will lead visitors from North Bar to Beckside, taking them on a journey of discovery into Beverley’s fascinating history. The sculpture represents the…
Residents from Beverley and beyond are invited to a day of activities to celebrate the launch of the Beverley Town Trail, on Sunday 11 July, starting at 11a.m., in Wednesday Market. The event will include performances by school pupils from Beverley and Market Weighton, Mystery Plays, Falchion Medieval Village, the Longcroft Gospel Choir, dancing and street and stage performers. Volunteers from the East Riding V-informed Team will lead craft and…
Pictures from the Beverley Beck of the Barges that and pleasure cruisers that were on display as part of the Beverley Barge Festival 2010 organised by the Beverley Barge Preservation Society. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
The Beverley Beck Barge Festival was officially opened this morning by Mayor of Beverley Bessie Foot. The Beverley Beck Barge Festival runs for two days with plenty to do for all the family. There is a pirate and a teddy bear that need naming too and anyone not on their best behaviour may find themselves in the stocks! More information about the event can be found here. HU17.net Picture Gallery:…
Beckside is set to come alive when Beverley Barge Preservation Society hold their annual festival on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 May. Beverley Beck will be packed with barges from all over the country as narrowboat addicts congregate to enjoy the friendly and fun atmosphere. The entertainment will include performances from dance troops, bands and sea shanty singers, while there will also be stalls selling ice cream and refreshments, tombola…
Snow returned to Beverley again this morning, while some of the people in the town will welcome the snow back others are left frustrated with all sporting fixtures being cancelled throughout the town. These pictures were taken this morning around Beverley Minster and by the Beverley Beck where some lucky ducks got a snack from a chap prepared to brave the cold. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
Although a major employer for many years in Beverley, little obvious evidence remains of the once thriving shipbuilding industry on Beverley Beck. Walk along the Beck towards the River Hull, though, and plenty can be seen of the shipyard and ancillary industries that played an enormous role in the growth of the fishing port of Hull. Cook, Welton and Gemmell Ltd owned the shipyard at the Grovehill site from 1902…
The Foresters Arms is located just out side of the town centre of Beverley on the edge of the Beverley Beck, they offer live sports and also have a pool table. The Foresters Arms also host regular live Jaz music nights. The Foresters Arms – Beckside North, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 0PR – 01482 867943 The Foresters Arms – Beckside North, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 0PR – 01482 867943 The…