Beverley Leisure Centre played host to the second Beverley Sprint Triathlon last Sunday. With 242 finishers the event attracted almost sixty more competitors than the inaugural event last year. Organised by Freebird Events of York, the triathlon consisted of a 400m swim, a 20k cycle ride and a 5k run. These distances allow experienced and novice triathletes to compete together. The winner for the second year in succession was Ed…
Cricket: Leconfield vs Beaver
The Beaver were crowned champions after beating Leconfield at the Norwood Recreation Ground. The Beaver batting first beat Leconfield to win the Beverley Evening League. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=851] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
End of an Era as Michael Brown Retires
Quality Solicitors Lockings are today announcing the retirement of Michael Brown, 59 from their Beverley office with effect from 31 August 2010. Mr Brown was born and has worked in Beverley all of his life, the last twenty years have been with Lockings. His career as a Property Lawyer began in 1970 when his first duties included following his first boss, Noel Till, then senior Beverley solicitor around to court…
Hunters Hall Bed & Breakfast
A family-run award-winning bed and breakfast convenient for Beverley town centre, the Westwood and all major roads, Hunter’s Hall has built up a loyal range of regular guests over the two years it has been open.
Hull KR Donate Prize to ‘Clash of the Codes’
Hull Kingston Rovers presented Beverley ARLC Manager Richard Shaw with an autographed rugby ball signed by all the players, donated as a prize for the ‘Clash of the Codes’ rugby day. Richard Shaw said: “Hull KR have given us a top prize. It is made all that much better as the prize comes from a fellow rugby club.” The event has been organised for Craig Hancock, who suffered a broken…
Beverley 3rd XI Vs Sutton-on-Hull CC
Beverley Town CC 3RD XI beat visitors Sutton-on-Hull at the Norwood Recreation Ground this Saturday afternoon. Batting first, Beverley reached 180 for the loss of 7 wickets before bowling out the visitors for just 97, winning the match by 103 runs. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=850] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge…
Amateur Jockey Jacob Butterfield Racing Debut @ Beverley
The Glorious Twelfth is usually used to refer to 12th August, the start of the shooting season. But, to the proud family of amateur Jockey Jacob Butterfield, it will always be the day they attended Beverley race course to see the 17 year old make his debut in the Chris Hoggard Memorial Handicap. A wonderful day and the start of a wonderful career, it is hoped. However, it almost did…
TIR Glad to be Home After a Summer of Trade Show Travel
After a summer of transport industry shows throughout the UK, specialist logistics and driver training provider TIR Training Services is returning to its roots by sponsoring the Truckers Summer BBQ, Driffield Showground, on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August. TIR is an associate sponsor of the event, which is part of the popular Truckfest series of truck-themed festivals featuring family entertainment, stalls, live music and a truckers’ “It’s A Knockout”….
New Community Hospital for the East Riding is Approved
New Community Hospital for the East Riding gets the go ahead from Planning Committee A new 21st century community hospital to serve the people of the East Riding has taken a major step forward today. Members of East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Planning Committee have voted to approve the detail of the design, subject to the conclusion of the consultation period which ends today. Plans to build a new £19…
Thursday @ Beverley Races
Beverley Racecourse held a second day of races following on from yesterday’s recording breaking Ladies Day. Traditionally intended as the day for the men of to enjoy, a good crowd were able to enjoy a more relaxed day at the Westwood racecourse. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=848] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to…
Ladies Day With Reloaded @ The Kings Head
Local band ‘Reloaded’ were on hand to entertain a large crowd at the Kings Head Pub. By charging a small fee to gain entrance to the pub, The Kings Head managed the crowd brilliantly, ensuring everyone had a great party without their fabulous hats getting crushed! The excellent service included a champagne bar set up especially for the occasion. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge…
Ladies Day in Beverey: Siam Star, Mirchi & More
Beverley Racecourse was not the only Beverley venue packed to the doors on Ladies’ Day. Everyone was dressed to party, and as soon as the horse racing was over they made their way into Beverley Town Centre to continue the fun. The Siam Star Thai Restaurant and the Mirchi Indian Restaurant were full to the rafters with stunningly-dressed ladies, and the lads looked pretty good too. The take away food…
Ladies Day @ The Royal Standard
The Royal Standard proved to be a top location for post-Ladies’ Day drinks after the races in Beverley. As the glamorous Racegoers streamed back into Beverley Town Centre for the evening, the Royal Standard not only provided a warm welcome to all those who had attended, but also was a great location for those who hadn’t to observe the fashions and fun. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
A Birds Eye View of Ladies Day
Beverley Racecourse played host to East Yorkshire’s social event of the season, and HU17.net were all over it! Having photographed many of the beautifully-dressed racegoers on their way into Beverley racecourse, HU17.net chartered a light aircraft to get a very different view of the day 1, 500ft above Beverley.
Ladies Day @ North Bar Beverley
Pictures taken at North Bar Beverley on Ladies Day showing the ladies and gents heading back to Beverley Town centre after enjoying a day at Beverley Racecourse. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=843] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Ladies Day Around the Town
Ladies in their thousands descended on Beverley Racecourse today to enjoy Ladies Day at the races today. The streets of Beverley were awash with colour as many enjoyed a drink in the pubs and bars throughout the town, and limos of all shapes and sizes were on show to ferry the ladies, dressed in their finest, to the races. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge…
Standards Rise in East Riding Primary Schools
Pupils across the East Riding have shown improved performance at the end of primary education in English and maths at level four and level five. This judgement, based on teacher assessment, shows significant improvement compared to 2009 results. This year, many schools decided not to undertake the year six SAT tests, and because of this all schools in the East Riding underwent a rigorous process of teacher assessment. Teacher assessment…
Molescroft FC Vs Hall Road Rangers
Molescroft FC were beaten 4 – 2 by Hall Road Rangers in a pre-season friendly. The Beverley side was made up of a mix of players spanning across three age-groups, due to players missing who were on holiday. Dave Burr managed the mixed team and was pleased with the overall performance of all the players. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full…