This was an excellent workout for both teams playing some good open passing football. Westella and Willerby came out on top in the first 45 minutes causing Grimsby some problems with their pace and movement and were well worth their 2 goal lead. In the Second half it was Grimsby who upped the pace, with long passing spells through the midfield. Despite this they still let Westella andWillerby score within…
Agar In Firing Line After Leeds Mauling
Hull FC threw away a ten point half-time league as they crashed out of the Challenge Cup at home to Leeds Rhinos. Tries from Jordan Turner (2) and Sam Obst had seen Hull open up a 16-6 half time lead to give new owner Adam Pearson hope of a trip to Wembley. But the Rhinos, so often Hull’s nemesis, turned things round in spectacular fashion spearheaded by tries from Carl…
Beverley Six Form Disco @ The Beverley Arms Hotel
The head boys and head girls from Longcroft and Beverley Joint Sixth, Connor Ferguson, Mary Tear, Chevan Ilangaratne and Evie Prescott organised a Joint Party between the two colleges on Saturday 23rd July at the Beverley Arms Hotel. Around 150 people turned up for the event. Connor Ferguson, Head Boy of Longcroft School said: “We started organizing it after a quick coffee meeting where we agreed we wanted to let…
Jamie Babb & Helena Carter’s Wedding Reception @ Hodgsons
Jamie Babb and Helena Carter got married this weekend. The Beverley couple celebrated their big day with friends and family with a reception and party and Hodgsons Pub, with DJ Jimmy Needles providing the entertainment. [nggallery id=1612]
Race Night @ The Woolpack Inn
The Woolpack Inn held a successful race night this week. The night was held to help raise money for Guide Dogs for the Blind, a charity the public house has been raising money for some time now. The racing entertainment was provided by R N Promotions, Cottingham. [nggallery id=1611]
Summer Holiday @ The Beverley Memorial Hall
Off Shoots Musical Theatre Company followed on from their success of the Railway Children with another cracking production as they brought their latest production Summer Holiday to the Beverley Memorial Hall. Director Russell Fallon said it was a honour and a privilege to work with such talented and committed and passionate bunch of kids. On the stage the Off Shoots Musical Theatre Company pulled out all the stops bringing a…
Beverley Mohicans Vs Beverley Whitestar
The Beverley Town Mohicans were well beaten by Beverley Whitestar as both sides battle it out at Longcroft in pre season friendly. Losing 7 – 0 the Mohicans, who won the Plate Cup last season still gave a very good account of themselves against a Whitestar team who were older. After the game Dave Collingwood praised his players who performed much better in the second in the second half. [nggallery…
Beverley Outdoor Furniture @ The Driffield Show
Beverley Outdoor Furniture enjoyed a busy day at this years’ Driffield Show – despite the heavy down pours the designer rattan sofa sets were a popular attraction in the large Beverley Outdoor Furniture marquee. The most popular products on the stand where the rattan planters and artificial plants – in fact they sold out of most of the stock on the day! All the visitors to the stand were also…
Show Your Support For Young Motorcyclist
Young Beverley motorcyclist Jordan Rushby is in urgent need of sponsorship to help him continue his promising career. Jordan, 13, is currently racing in the 4 x National Championships, competing in the F125cc class on an Aprilia RS 125cc bike. His dad Nigel describes why Jordan needs support, and what this could lead to. “Alliance Steel Services Ltd have been supporting Jordan all season providing all transport and associated running…
Summer Swimming Offers For All The Family
With the school summer holidays fast approaching, sports and leisure centres across the East Riding are offering two great deals to encourage children and families to come swimming. The £20 Child Swim Card allows one child to come swimming as often as they want for a six week period, including the fun and inflatable sessions that pools will be providing throughout the summer. A swipe card is issued to each…
What A Success: Gymnastics At Beverley Leisure Complex
Due to popular demand, Beverley Leisure Complex has expanded its gymnastics sessions. Gymnastics is an accessible and inclusive sport offering opportunities to all ability levels and ethnic groups within a range of controlled learning environments. It promotes an active and healthy lifestyle and is recognised as forming the basis for physical literacy by developing fundamental movement skills. Interest in the sport has never been stronger. Many young gymnasts, both boys…
Alan Finney’s Triumph TR6 @ Beverley Classic Car Rally
Alan, 74 and from North Ferriby, was among hundreds of car owners exhibiting their pride and joy at Beverley’s Classic Car Rally on Wednesday.
Hypnotherapy Proves Vital Support in Birth Of New Beverley Baby
Beverley based hypnotherapist, Sheila Granger is delighted to announce the success of hypnotherapy treatment in childbirth. The recent arrival, baby Sophia Douse who weighed in at 8lb 4oz was ten days late but mum Laura was well prepared and delighted to have the natural birth she had hoped for. She explains: “The most important thing for me about my labour was that I wanted to feel in control and relaxed…
Residents Turn Up Pressure On Parish Council
Around a 150 residents from the Parish of Molescroft attended a council meeting last night at the Molescroft Pavilion as to raise their concerns and voice the objections to two proposed developments in the north of Beverley. Cllr Mike Hildyard did his best to answer the questions put to him by residents while also stressing that the council would not and could not make any decisions until a planning application…
Children’s Paper Making Workshop @ The Beverley Treasure House
Children can discover and create at the Treasure House this summer by taking part in a paper making workshop ‘The Wonderful World of Paper’ on Saturday, 6 August from 10am-1pm. Participants can make their own decorative paper from recycled paper pulp and encrust them with a unique pattern of strands, threads and other delicate materials. Find out how paper from different parts of the world, including Japan and Europe, are…
Looking for a Team? Beverley Town Football Academy
The academy is a fun and friendly introduction into junior football. We focus on coaching the FUNdamentals of football, such as passing, dribbling and movement, whilst encouraging our member’s individual flair and progression. • Starting Saturday 30th July (then every Saturday through the summer) • At Longcroft 3G 10-11am. • All coaches are CRB checked and hold at least the FA level 1 award. • For boys and girls aged…
Never-Say-Die Beverley Braves Under-8s Show Fighting Spirit
Although unable to record a victory, Beverley Braves Under-8s came away from the New Earswick rugby gala in York with their pride intact and an enormous amount of credit. Playing against opposition whose size at times beggared belief, the Braves gamely stuck to their task and very nearly snatched victories in two of the four games played in what can only be described as atrocious weather conditions. Jacob Parkinson and…
Beverley Guildhall Opening Times During Summer
Over the school summer holidays, from July, 27 to September, 3 inclusive, the Beverley Guildhall will be open Wednesday and Friday 10am to 4pm until October 30th 2013 and return to original Fridays 10am to 4pm.