Have fun but stay safe and plan your journey’ is the message from East Riding of Yorkshire Council to party-goers ahead of the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The council is warning people to keep safe but be wary of bogus taxi drivers as they head out to celebrate over the next few weeks. As revellers enjoy the festivities in local bars and restaurants, or visit friends and family, the…
People who already run or plan to set up their own business are being urged to take up a new higher level course which will give them a firm grounding in key subjects. The BTEC Level Four Higher National Certificate in Business is a highly regarded qualification which is being introduced at East Riding College’s Beverley and Bridlington campuses from February at an introductory price of £400 per year over…
Rangers boss James Healey went a long way to silencing his critics on Saturday with a by guiding Molescroft Rangers to a much needed and win over the Barrel Walkington. Healey’s side had it all do coming from a goal behind to win 2 – 1 at the Beverley Leisure Centre thanks to a Mark Collingwood double that included a 25 yard thunder bolt. The win lifts Rangers above the…
The Whiskey Dogs are a brilliant East Riding based trio who play highly infectious early Americana music that audiences of all ages can’t get enough of. Their material includes the crazy, wild repertoire of the jug bands, the catchy melodies and tight instrumentals of the string bands and beautiful, haunting old-time mountain ballads. Pete Bolton fronts the band with his powerful, soulful vocals and instruments including claw-hammer banjo, guitar, kazoo and…
Tribfest, the nationally renowned music festival, will be moving to a prestigious new venue for summer 2012. The festival’s growing reputation for organising one of the country’s most innovative and affordable weekend music festivals means it now needs room to expand and believes it has now found the ideal venue to further enhance the event. Festival organiser, Ed Faulkner, is very pleased to announce that the August 2012 Festival will…
TV gardening guru and celebrity Charlie Dimmock will open this year’s Beverley Festival of Christmas. Charlie, who made shot to fame thanks to her hands-on approach on BBC’s Ground Force programme, is performing in panto at Bridlington Spa. But she is taking time out from her busy schedule to pop to Beverley to open the annual event, the high spot of Beverley’s Christmas festivities. The ceremony will take place in…
From May, young dancers have set their feet-a-dancing throughout the East Riding and it’s almost time for them to stage their performance piece to mark the end of their autumn term. East Riding Youth Dance Platform, on Sunday 4 December 2011, will be a magical mix of dance expression, styles, themes and creations, both powerful, sleek, technical and sophisticated, which will be celebrated and showcased at The Spa Bridlington at…
AFC Tickton lost to Bridlington Rangers in the 2nd round of the East Riding Cup. AFC Tickton started the game with only ten men due to injuries and could not contain a strong Bridlington side, which by the first half were three goals up. Matthew Linton replaced Connell Stonehouse in goal and although he managed to pull off some good saves there was no stopping Bridlington who went on to…
People who are looking to take their next step in education or who want to strengthen their CV can find their future with two new prospectuses from East Riding College. The full-time and higher education course guides feature more than 100 programmes across the full range of subject areas at levels equivalent to degrees, A-levels and GCSEs. College Principal Derek Branton said: “Even though we are still in 2011, this…
The iconic structure of the Humber Bridge will provide a stunning backdrop and host location for residents and visitors to welcome the Olympic Flame as the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay passes through the East Riding en route to the capital next year. Residents and visitors will be able to welcome the torch’s arrival in the East Riding and celebrate the achievements of the torchbearers from 18 June 2012 as…
Prospective students can find out more about courses on offer at East Riding College at three open events this month. The open events are a chance to talk to tutors, find out more about courses and have a look round the College’s buildings. They are suitable for school leavers and adults, whether they are considering a full-time, part-time or higher education course or apprenticeship. They will be held as follows:…
The seasiders came with big expectations but the Bulldogs held firm with Captain Jacob kemp solid in goal & the defensive partnership of Thomas Knight & Ryan Flanagan comfortable at the back. The midfield were creating some great chances and it was Jay Haliday who unleashed his deadly right foot to finish the half 1.0. The second half started with Sam Hunter taking control of the midfield spraying some lovely…
East Riding College is launching an exciting new programme of short courses which are designed to help people make the step up to higher education. The six-week “Bite Size” courses take place at the College’s campus in Gallows Lane, Beverley, and the first will begin on Wednesday, November 9, from 1pm to 4pm. It will cover a range of study skills which are essential to degree and other higher level…
Bridlington got off to the perfect start scoring early on, but it didn’t take long for Tickton to respond as John yeo tapped in the equalizer . Bridlington with the help of the strong winds kept AFC Tickton under pressure and finally regained the lead going in at the break. Into the second half and AFC Tickton came out fighting with Charlie Hargreaves grabbing an equalizer and not long after…
Fourteen athletes from Beverley Athletic Club travelled to Bridlington last Sunday for the annual Brid Half. The challenging undulating course takes runners out into the East Yorkshire countryside via Sewerby, Flamborough and Bempton and returns via Sewerby to a finish on the sea front. It was a pleasant sunny day and conditions were good for running. Steve Peacock was the first Beverley runner to cross the finishing line. He completed…
The team at Perfect 32 Dental Practice in Beverley is celebrating winning the prestigious Training Business of the Year crown at the Chamber Bridlington and Wolds Business Awards on Friday 14th October. Principal dentist, Gary Rowland, from the NHS and private practice in Ladygate, and his wife and practice manager, Nicki, attended the glitzy awards ceremony with their team at The Royal Hall, Bridlington Spa, hosted by Hull & Humber…
On Saturday 15th October, Longcroft School and East Riding Youth Dance joined forces to pilot a Day of Dance. As an increasingly popular option for students at both GCSE and A-level, the day was aimed at students who want improve their dance skills and techniques in preparation for their examinations later in the school year. Jonathan Chapman, Assistant Headteacher and Director of the Performing Arts, explained: “There’s a lot of…
Beverley Town Beavers were well beaten by Bridlington Sports Academy in the East Riding County League. Town lost the game 5 – 1 at Lecconfield Sports Ground leaving them with just one point from their four matches. Next weekend Beverley Town Beavers are away Hedon Rangers Reserves, Rangers are also struggling and though this weekend earned their first point of the season with a 1 – 1 with The Barrel…