The superb Beverley weather provided the perfect ambience for local restaurant Dine on the Rowe’s latest themed night. The popular Butcher Row restaurant, owned by executive chef Jason Rowe, has earned itself a reputation for top-quality, locally sourced food with a definite continental twist. Last week, in conjunction with the local Spanish society, they held a Spanish-themed evening, which went down a treat. Diners at the private function were treated…
“It’s the ultimate Cortina.” That’s how Grant Openshaw described his car at the Beverley Classic Car Rally last week. Grant, 69, from Thorngumbald, has owned his Mk 1 Consul Cortina 1964 for 44 years, maintaining it and ensuring it is in tip-top condition. Like everyone at the Rally, Grant was only too pleased to show anyone who expressed an interest around his pride and joy and explain how he had…
Mature job seekers in the East Riding have received employment advice and interview experience from the Older Workers Employment Network Project (OWEN) and Hull & Humber KC Cares. Members of KC’s human resources team joined representatives from Business in the Community (BITC) and Yorkshire Bank to help OWEN members get back into work. The OWEN Project helps unemployed people aged 45 and over to find jobs and is funded by…
East Riding College has earned the coveted Customer Service Excellence award for ensuring it puts customers first. The College achieved the Government-led standard after a rigorous process designed to look in detail at the areas that research has indicated are a priority for customers, with particular focus on delivery, timeliness, information, professionalism and staff attitude. There is also emphasis placed on developing customer insight, understanding the user’s experience and robust…
The East Riding of Yorkshire is the best place to visit in the world according to the judges at the Chester World Town Crier Tournament. This honour is thanks to East Riding town crier Michael Wood, who won the hometown cry contest, which took place during the seven-day event in June. Michael, who finished runner-up in the overall event, was delighted to win the home town cry, which can be…
Beverley’s Armed Forces Day chairman councillor David Elvidge says his common ground with the Conservative Party is the main reason behind his decision to switch parties. Councillor Elvidge, who is busy preparing for next week’s big day in the town, had previously been part of the Labour party. But the former Beverley mayor, who has been considering a switch for some time, says the time was right for a change….
The Beverley Art Gallery is to feature a collection of puppets from all over the world. The gallery in the Treasure House, Champney Road, is holding the exhibition from 26 June to 18 July as part of the Beverley Puppet Festival taking place from 16-18 July. Sally Hayes, gallery curator, said: “The puppets are spectacular. Some are very old while others are quite new but equally colourful – and some…
Beverley Lions showed their support for The Yorkies after they completed their Ride Across Britain. The group of cyclists from East Yorkshire, with many from Beverley, completed their 1,008 mile cycle from John O’Groats to Lands End this week. And the Beverley Lions, through their fundraising efforts, presented them with a cheque of £900 earlier this week, which goes towards Help For Heroes, MacMillan Cancer Support and Paralympics GB. The…
Thousands of people basked in the late evening sunshine to enjoy Beverley’s Classic Car Rally last night. From Toll Gavel down to Saturday Market, dozens of magnificently restored cars were admired by visitors to the town centre. 1930s British classics stood next to sporty MGs, while souped up Volkswagens and Japanese models were side by side with American muscle cars in a display that had everything for the motor enthusiast….
The Treasure House gift shop has now been open a year and has been extremely successful in that time. The shop offers a wide range of gifts, including toys, family and local history books, greeting cards and jewellery. It is located on the first floor of the Treasure House in Beverley, which provides combined museum, library and archives services, along with a cafe. Jane Bielby, the shop manager, said: “We…
It is a sight to behold. Three Beverley men, all old enough to know ‘better’, are packing enough kit to sustain a six man expedition to the South Pole. It looks like it won’t fit into fit into the van, but with a lot of huffing, pushing and shoving, they’re ready for the off. Simon Burns, Steven Coates and Andy Foley are off on their own voyage of exploration as…
It’s been a hellish month for stricken Beverley rugby star Craig Hancock – but the local lad is still smiling and full of optimism. Craig, 25, of Chestnut Drive, Beverley, suffered an horrific broken leg in the dying seconds of Beverley ARLFC’s Ray Speckman Cup Final victory over Cottingham Tigers last month. Two weeks spent in hospital, five operations, a skin graft and weeks of pain and discomfort have followed…
The Beverley Medieval Town Trail will provide a glimpse of ” the amazing history of Beverley”.
As part of his exclusive interview with HU17.net, Chris Try, a member of the committee that has created the town-wide trail and installations, revealed the history behind just a few of the 39 pieces of art scattered around the town, and the role Beverley has played in the growth of trade and commerce in the United Kingdom.
Beverley Minster will host an exhibition of contemporay painting from local artist Tony Snowden. Tony, of Minster Moorgate, has had his work exhibited in galleries across the UK over the past 20 years, but it is apt his work returns to be seen by local people. Much of his work is based in and around Beverley, using real scenes as his inspiration. His work is described by artist and writer…
Talented hairdressing student Tiffany Wilkinson has narrowly missed out on winning a prestigious competition despite only starting her course in January. Tiffany, 20, from Hull, who is described as “a natural” by tutors came second in the regional heats of the hairdressing WorldSkills UK competition at Manchester College. The competition involved creating a gents and ladies look and she was placed second out of 40. Tiffany said: “At first I…
Businesses in Beverley are starting to get behind the town’s Heroes Welcome campaign. With Armed Forces Day already affirming the town’s commitment to our serving men and women, former mayor councillor David Elvidge has been urging shops, pubs and restaurants to actively welcome soldiers to their businesses. Heroes Welcome is an intiative which means businesses will display a logo in their windows saying members of the armed forces will be…
Beverley’s new Medieval Town Trail will provide the people of the town with an invaluable and exciting educational tool that will last for generations. In an exclusive interview with HU17.net, Chris Try, a senior member of the committee responsible for planning and delivering the exciting project, revealed; * the trail will cost the £353,000 budget set almost four years ago; * 720 schoolchildren and 11 schools were involved in the…
Michael Jackson’s spirit lives on at the Humber Keel on Thursday. Popular tribute act Mikki Jay will be performing hits spanning the entire career of the ‘King of Pop’ at the Coltman Avenue pub. Mikki, who has performed to great acclaim in the past at the Humber Keel, spent £8,000 to imitate her hero’s looks. Landlord Rob Hunter said: “She is phenomenal – she is the closest thing to the…