The performance of East Riding schools at the end of key stage four has once again shown significant improvement. The hard work of schools and young people has been rewarded by record breaking levels of performance. With four schools still to report their results early indications suggest that GCSE results have risen again for the fifth successive year. Results reported by schools indicate that 59 per cent of pupils achieved…
Pupils @ Longcroft Get Their GCSE Results
There were huge smiles all round at Longroft School in Beverley when the students got their GCSE results. Among the top performers was Eva Lawrence and Lottie Dodd, both of 11T, who got straight runs of As and A*s. Longcroft School saw 54.3 per cent of pupils achieving five A*-C including English and Maths, up 10.5 per cent on last year. Mike Furbank head of improvement and learning at East…
Polo @ Beverley Polo Club
Over the weekend, Beverley polo club was host to fantastic polo with teams battling it out for the coneja/diosa cup. The club was established in 2002 and boast some of the best equine facilities in the area. Andrew Foreman founded the club with the aim of making polo accessible to everyone and promoting the sport in Yorkshire. They always offer a warm welcome to spectators; it’s a great day out,…
Eager Beaver Vs Mill Lane United ‘B’
The Eager Beaver made it two out of two by beating Mill Lane United 3 – 1 at Longcroft School. The pick of the Beaver players was Rob West who scored two goals, with Jason Cattle also finding the net. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=866] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image…
Beverley’s CLB Three Amigos
Three members of the Beverley Church Lads and Girls Brigade – Bethany Hoggard, Chole Ruddock and Chole Lound – have certainly done their bit to make a positive impact on our community this summer. Calling themselves ‘The Three Amigos’, the girls have been taking part in the Humberside Police Lifestyle Challenge 2010 which, in its 22nd year, is inviting thousands of young people aged 10 to 16 throughout the region…
New Course on “Fascinating” Aspect of Tourism
Travel students at East Riding College will from September be able to learn about the importance of a tourism industry which does not harm the environment. The NCFE Level Two Certificate in Sustainable Tourism looks at how this global industry has caused irreparable damage to landscapes as some countries put tourist income above the welfare of the planet. Taught as an additional qualification for students on the College’s two full-time…
Attempted Street Robbery – Beverley
Police are appealing for information following an incident at 2200hrs on Friday 20 August at Rosemary Walk, off Woodhall Way, Beverley. A 68-year-old man was walking along a cut through. As he heard footsteps from behind him he turned around and saw three men. He was assaulted and money was demanded from him. As the 68-year-old man shouted for help the three men ran off towards the grassed area at…
Sophie Bennett’s 23rd Birthday @ The Sloop Inn
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…
Tribfest @ Beverley Polo Club 2010
Tribfest returned to Beverley again this year and the event certainly pulled in the crowds at the Beverley Polo Club near Tickton. Thousands enjoyed the live entertainment which was provided by some of the best tribute bands in the country. Aside from the live acts, there was plenty of other attractions Funfair rides, bouncy castles and massive inflatable slides were all on site for festival-goers to enjoy. James Radley, from…
Beverley Town CC 2nd XI Vs Sewerby
Beverley Town CC 2nd XI suffered a defeat the the Norwood Recreation Ground loosing by two wickets to Sewerby. Batting first Beverley set the visitors a total of just 144 which Sewerby knocked off with time to spare. There were some positives for Beverley, including the performance of bowler Barry Sayer, who took 3 wickets in the match. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the…
Beverley CC 4th XI Vs Cottingham CC 2nd XI
Beverley Town 4th XI picked up a draw at the Norwood Recreation Ground against Cottingham. Cottingham won the toss and put the Beverley into bat. Beverley set the visitors a target of 200, Dave Parry top scored with 76 with Neil Gorthforth scoring 68. Cottingham in reply scored a total of 150/8, Sam Welburn had figures of 3/14 and Neil Gorforth 3/30. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
The Green Dragon
The Green Dragon is a traditional pub located in Market Square Beverley. The pub, which is part of the Nicholson’s Collection of Great British pubs, is renowned for its history, character, and warm atmosphere throughout the town. They sell a wide selection of beers and real ales as well as providing a varied selection of hearty pub meals. Food is served every day and there is both indoor and outdoor…
Art Gallery Marks 100th Year With Special Exhibition
An exhibition entitled ‘A Life of Beauty, Books and Bullets: John Edward Champney an Edwardian Collector and Benefactor’ has been officially opened at Beverley Art Gallery. John Edward Champney provided the funds to build Beverley’s Public Library and Art Gallery, which officially opened 100 years ago in 1910. He bequeathed 20 paintings, together with his substantial and impressive library, to Beverley , and these valuable items became part of the…
Swimmers at Beverley Help Raise Over £10K
Swimmers at East Riding Leisure Centres raised more than £10,000 for charity when they took part in Swimathon 2010. The total figure raised by 136 swimmers at five East Riding pools has now been calculated at £10,338.74 Money raised by those taking part in the East Riding forms part of £2m raised across the UK which goes to the Swimathon Foundation and Marie Curie Cancer Care. Councillor Jane Evison, portfolio…
Entertaining New Video Lifts The Lid On College Life
Prospective students can find out what life at East Riding College is really like in a new short film. “This is the future” is a six-minute video featuring real students giving their opinions about the College, their course and their tutors. Produced by Brough-based JayJay Media, it features interviews and outtakes, with footage showing students working in the classroom and workshop, using the modern facilities and enjoying extra-curricular activities, such…
Hodgsons FC Vs Ricketts Veterans
Hodgsons FC will face Humber Premier League Champions Reckitts AFC after coming from behind to beat Reckitts Veterans. The Tanners put in a better performance in the second half after finding themselves 3 – 1 behind at the break though finally won the game 5 – 3. Lee Hastings said: “This was never going to be an easy game. The side we were playing have so much experience and it…
Beverley Get Drawn at Home Against Driffield in Yorkshire Cup
Beverley RUFC are drawn at home to local rivals Driffield in the 1st Round of the Yorkshire Cup and the match will take place next Thursday evening 26th August at Beaver Park, kick-off 7 p.m. The winner of this tie will play the winner of the Hull RUFC v Morley first round tie in the second round at home. Obviously that would be a big attraction and the prospect adds…
Sarah Pollard Becomes a Freeman of Beverley
More people from Beverley took their oath at the Beverley Guildhall as they became Freemen of Beverley. On the list included Sarah Pollard, whose father had recently become a Freeman himself. Due to changes in legislation earlier this year, it is now possible for daughters of Freemen to take the oath as well as sons. For more information please click here. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the…