Neil Goforth produced a superb all-round performance as Beverley Town CC 4th XI romped to a an eight-wicket victory over HICE seconds at the Norwood Recreation Ground on Saturday. He picked up 3-42 then hit an excellent 71 as they overhauled their target with ease. But he wasn’t the only home player to shine on a glorious day. Sam Welburn picked up 4-59 off 12 overs and Guy Brumfield 3-41…
Beverley Town Tennis Club Win Two of Three Matches
In ideal weather for tennis Beverley Town teams won two out of their four matches this week . Beverley Mixed started the week with a 6-3 home victory in their local derby against Beverley and East Riding B. Once again Sharon Lockwood and Paul Miller took all three sets, with Jackie Langley and Phil Harrison taking two and Gary Wilson and Nancy Blackbourn contributing one set for a good overall…
Night Photos on the Beverley Westwood
These pictures were taken around midnight at the Beverley Westwood. With the clear skies the moon provided some good light for photos. Above: Blackmill, Beverley Westwood – just after midnight 00.10 Above: Blackmill, Beverley Westwood – just after midnight 00.25 Above: Golf Course, Beverley Westwood – just after midnight 00.40 Above: Golf Course, Beverley Westwood – just after midnight 00.50 Above: Bench, Beverley Westwood – 23.50 Above: Trees, Beverley Westwood…
Mill Lane United Football Club
Mill Lane United showed off their impressive strength and depth. Beverley’s oldest football team was out in force at the Norwood Recreation Ground for their annual presentation night. The club had invited the Mayor of Beverley, Bessie Foot and Les Ford of the Beverley Lions. The Beverley Lions have awarded the side a grant which will be used to improve facilities at their ground Broadgates. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on…
Beverley Town CC Ladies Vs York Ladies
Beverley won the toss and elected to field and when Hannah Matthews got two wickets with her first two balls the pressure mounted on York. Sophie Boynton also bowled well taking 1 for 8 from her four overs and then Abbie Warner took 1 for two from her 4 overs. Hannah McCoid’s quick throw left the York skipper miles out of her crease and only one batsman got into double…
Award for Putting Customers First
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…
East Riding Town Crier Looks Forward to National Championship
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…
David Elvidge Joins the Conservative Party
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….
World Puppets @ Beverley Art Gallery
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 Support ‘The Yorkies’
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…
Beverley Town Tennis Club Vs Beverley & East Riding Lawn Tennis Club
Beverley Town Tennis Club took on local rivals Beverley & East Riding Lawn Tennis Club at the Norwood Recreation Ground this week. HU17.net was there to capture the local derby mixed doubles league match. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=741] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Beverley Town CC Vs Hornsea
Beverley Town’s Newland Evening League side battled out a thrilling tie with East Riding rivals Hornsea at the Norwood Recreation Ground. Hornsea made the home side pay for some sloppy fielding and racked up 146 off their overs. It was generally a poor performance with the ball for Beverley, but it was memorable one for 13-year-old Jamie Roe. Making his senior debut, his Graeme Swann-inspired off-breaks proved difficult to get…
Longcroft School Prom
Students from year 11 at Longcroft School were all dressed up as they prepared to for their end of year prom. Molescroft was alive as family and friends turned out to see them off, have no fear they will all be home soon! HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=739] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…
Thousands Attend Beverley Classic Car Show
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….
Stanifords Estate Agents
Located within the heart of this historic East Yorkshire Market Town, the Beverley Office of Stanifords.com provides a wide variety of properties to suit all requirements. We assure a first class and truly professional service, whether buying or selling, you can expect to receive help from qualified, knowledgeable and experienced staff who will be on hand to assist in every step of the way. With two superbly situated branches, as…
Beverley RUFC Training & Pre Season
Beverley RUFC commence their pre-season training at Beaver Park on 1st July at 6.45 p.m. Training nights will continue thereafter on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.45 p.m. All players of whatever standard are encouraged to attend these sessions which, apart from the obvious fitness and skill benefits, are always fun. On Saturday 3 July the club is holding an open day. The day will commence at 3 p.m. with a…
England Vs Slovenia @ The Kings Head & Beaver
Pictures from the Kings head and the Beaver where people gathered to watch England play Slovenia in the must win World Cup 2010 finals. For the first time in tournament fans had something to cheers as England won the game 1 – 0 setting up a match against Germany in the knock rounds. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery…
A Satisfactory Season for Beverley RUFC
At its recently held Annual General Meeting, Beverley RUFC Chairman Malcolm Cunningham reported on a very satisfactory season on the field for the club. The first XV, playing some very good rugby finished the season in a highly creditable 7th place in the league table, despite a quite horrendous run of injuries. Several key players spent a fair amount of time on the sidelines with fractured limbs and the bad…