Combining the talents of Stu Hanna and Debbie Hanna-Palmer the duo Megson is fast becoming ‘hot property’ on the British folk and roots scene. Their three albums have chronicled that blossoming creative talent and such is their popularity it has taken over a year for the Processed Pea to secure a booking. Originally from Teesside, the husband and wife duo met singing in the local Cleveland Youth Choir. At that…
Discover History at The Treasure House
A free open day at the Treasure House will give members of the public the chance to see hundreds of local historic documents and films. Members of the public are invited to come and see the fascinating historic records and archive treasures available at the Treasure House during the open day, which will take place on Saturday, 25 September, between 9am and 4pm. All the documents on display will relate…
Beverley Fitness Group In The All-together
A Beverley-based fitness group with a great track record for raising money for charity have taken a hugely brave step to boost their fundraising this year by publishing a calendar featuring over 40 of their participants who have donated their time – and bared their flesh – to support Breast Cancer Awareness. The youngest is 18, and the ‘most mature’ is 81. Organiser Cheryl Murphy told HU17.net “Our perceived bravery…
Autumn Lectures at the Treasure House
The council’s museums service is pleased to announce a series of autumn lectures at the Treasure House, Beverley. Dr David Marchant, museums registrar, will begin the series on 12 October with a talk on ‘The South Cave weapons cache – seven years on, what have we learned?’ This will be followed by Janet Tierney’s ‘Past times, past apparel – a look at costumes in the East Riding museum service collections’…
Beverley Whitestar Ladies Thrash Grassroots
On a rain soaked afternoon Whitestar took to the field determined to make amends for last weeks defeat. Within 3 minutes the girls got back on track when the impressive Becks Thompson opened the scoring from a well hit free kick from a full 30 yards. As the goal went in Beverley’s confidence returned and the visitor’s struggled to deal with the pace, passing and movement that Whitestar were displaying…
Molescroft Lose to Sharks in Season Opener
Molescroft FC were beaten in their first home game of the season by Costello Sharks at the Molescroft Pavilion. Molescroft found themselves behind early on and failed to get back into the game, with the final score being 6 – 3. On the score sheet for Molescroft were Ellis Horsefield, Rees Anthony and Tom Reffell. Next up is a trip to Shiptonthorpe. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
Books Come Alive at Beverley Literature Festival
Fiction, politics, geology, poetry, biography and lots of workshops to get involved with – Beverley Literature Festival (1 to 10 October), organised by East Riding Libraries, once again brings you the best in writing, whatever the subject. This year the festival has expanded its programme for children to give young readers in the East Riding a fun-packed weekend of performances, readings, making sessions and story-telling of all kinds – all…
New Memorial Unveiled in Hengate Gardens
Canon David Hoskin conducted the outdoor service while the memorial was unveiled by Deputy Lord Lieutenant Tom Boyd.
Beverley Fight Back Though Lose Out to Stockport
Plenty of cracking rugby but overall a rather strange game. With just over half the match gone Stockport led 24-3 and were running away with it. At the end they were hanging on and relieved to hear the final whistle. Stockport with three straight wins are without doubt the strongest side Beverley RUFC have met so far this season. They played with a power and composure that Beverley RUFC could…
Hodgsons Reserves Come Back to Draw
Hodgsons second team claimed a draw in the County League Division 2 at home to Skidby Millers. They found themselves 3 nil down at half time and deservedly so. The second half was a totally different affair and the come back started on 62 minutes with a Nicky Whiting goal, then his brother Robbie made it 3-2 and in the final kick of the game a Nicky Whiting penalty made…
Fos’Tastic Tanners Continue to Win
Hodgsons FC continued the perfect start to the season beating Brandesburton 2 – 0 at Longcroft. The Tanners hit man Adam Foster marked his return to the team scoring both the goals, scoring one in each half. Foster has now scored eight goals in just three games. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=922] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on…
Beavers Second String Win Away at Driffield
Beverley RUFC 2nd XV won away beating local rivals Driffield 31 – 15. The seconds came from behind to win though due to the home side not able to field any props the scrums were uncontested meaning Beverley will not get any championship points. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=921] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…
Beverley Tame the Tigers at the Leisure Centre
The blue and golds took the spoils in an encounter which they appeared to possess more big guns than their youthful but enthusiastic opponents but at times made hard work of it. The hosts piled on the pressure early which eventually paid dividends with Gavin Proctor going over from his customary dummy half position in the 10th minute. Shortly after a well worked move amongst the forwards saw popular publican…
10 Years of Trading in Beverley for Salon 55
Salon 55 celebrates its 10th birthday this weekend. Keeley Penn opened Salon 55 in Lairgate Beverley in September 2000 with just two stylists, Kelsey and Angela, to assist her. Ten years on, Kelsey and Angela are still working in the Salon, but the workforce has grown to ten people, including a beauty therapist. The Salon continues to go from strength to strength, specialising in complete makeovers, including colouring, hair extensions…
Beverley Nightlife: People Out & About on a Saturday Night
People enjoy a night out around the bars and night spots in Beverley, pictures from the Kings Head, the Push, the Beaver and the Royal Standard that featured in the HU17.net magazine. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=919] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Beverley Grandmother Runs Her 1st Half-Marathon
Beverley Grandmother Karen O’Connor ran her first half-marathon this Sunday 19th September when she took part in the Great North Run. Although Karen has run several 10k races in the past, this year she had a special reason to tackle this challenge as she ran the race in memory of her brother, Kelvin Buck. Karen told HU17.net “Kelvin died last October at the age of 52. He suffered severe chest problems…
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British Trombone Society Trombone Day
The British Trombone Society’s latest Trombone Day is to be held at the Hexagon Music Centre, Coltman Road, Beverley, HU17 9LP on Saturday 2nd October 2010. If you are a trombone player of any age and any standard, come along and get involved. Hopefully enough players will be found for a rendition of “76 trombones” as it should be played! The day is very informal with plenty of opportunity to…