Melsa Consort Concert In Aid Of Macmillan Cancer Support

Explore St Mary’s Church Secret Rooms This Saturday
June 1, 2011

The Melsa Consort will be performing in concert at St Mary’s Church, Beverley, on Saturday 11 June. Under conductor David Wigley and with Colin Wright on the organ, the choir are performing for charity, as is customary. This time the concert is in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Starting at 7.30pm, tickets cost £6, including refreshments. They can be bought on the door or at Beverley Tourist Information, Butcher Row….

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Matthew Graham Family Day @ Beaver Park

May 31, 2011

Friends and family gathered at Beverley Rugby Club yesterday to celebrate the birthday of the late Matthew Graham. Organised by his sister Fiona Graham and the rest of Matthew’s family, the fun day was hit by the bad weather, but it couldn’t douse the spirits of those who had come to raise money for The Samaritans. The family would like to thank the businesses and organisation who donated prizes for…

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Vader and Hudson Hunted Down @ Tickton Scarecrow Hunt

May 30, 2011

Darth Vader and local weatherman Paul Hudson were hunted down in Tickton this weekend. They were just two of a host of lookalike scarecrows hidden around the town for the annual Tickton Scarecrow Hunt. As well as Vader and Hudson, other effigies of famous people that were found included Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, as well as Yoda and Darth Maul from Star Wars. Photos by Paul Linton [nggallery id=1513]

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Ginny Vorwerg New Chair of Beverley Ladies Circle

May 24, 2011

New Beverley Ladies Circle chair Ginny Vorwerg was welcomed into her new role last night at Cerruti 2 restaurant. Members also voted in a new committee and, as is tradition, gave presents to Ginny and her committee members. Outgoing chair Diane Holmes was thanked for her efforts in the role, and as the evening closed and the meal finished, the ladies enjoyed a ‘The Price Is Right’-themed game show to…

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The Beverley Ragamuffins Return

May 24, 2011

Local singer-songwriters, the Ragamuffins, will be performing songs from their forthcoming third album on Saturday 28th May 2011 at Beverley’s Conservative Club.  The set of new songs tell the stories of local characters that linger long in the memories of many Beverley people. Lead Vocalist and lifelong Beverlonian, Jerry O’Connell, explained what the concept of the album was all about: “Beverley’s had its right share of characters, rogues and eccentrics…

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Beverley Armed Forces Day Funding Boost Received

May 24, 2011

Although the Defence School of Transport (DST) has been unable to take part in this year’s Armed Forces Day due to increased operational training pressures, it has stepped in together with Beverley based educational charity; The Deflog VQ Trust to provide the additional £4000 necessary to guarantee that the event will go ahead. DST Commandant, Colonel Paul Ash stated that “Both the Defence School of Transport and Deflog VQ Trust…

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Boost Ahead Of Armed Forces Day

May 21, 2011

Beverley Armed Forces Day should be bigger than ever before after receiving two helpful boosts in the build up to the event. It’s the third year of Armed Forces Day in Beverley and previous years have seen Saturday Market crammed with visitors who want to show their respect to members of the armed force. It also provides a lift to the town’s retailers, especially pubs and restaurants. There had been…

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Bazaar And Rummage A Big Success For Beverley Theatre Company

May 20, 2011

Sue Townsend’s unique ability to wittily chronicle the minutiae of suburban life – and the neuroses suffered by the inhabitants – proved to be the perfect subject matter for Beverley Theatre Company’s first production of 2011. They are in the middle of staging ‘Bazaar and Rummage’, penned by Townsend, the creator of the engaging Adrian Mole series of books. The first two nights of the production have been a huge…

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World’s Finest Musicians at Beverley Early Music Festival

May 18, 2011

Some of the world’s finest early music specialists will soon be playing in Beverley’s most spectacular settings. The 2011 Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival – which runs from 26-29 May – will see a wide range of top-quality musicians entertain audiences with a brief exploration of the history of music, from Renaissance to the present day The festival opens with a performance from internationally acclaimed vocal group The…

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Get Entries In Now For Mike Gaden Football Fives

May 13, 2011

Entries are now being taken for one of the biggest and best sporting events in Beverley. The Mike Gaden Football Fives is held every year in honour of former Beverley Town FC player Mike Gaden, who died in 1999. Hundreds of players and fans attend the event in Mike’s honour, and the atmosphere is second to none. The football isn’t bad either! Last year’s winners were Athletico, under the guidance…

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Currrent Beverley 10K Winner to Run in This Years Race

May 6, 2011

Members of Beverley Athletic Club are making the final preparations for this Sunday’s Hall Construction Beverley 10k which starts next to the Minster in Eastgate at 11.15. Amongst the field of 1200 runners are last year’s winner Darran Bilton, course record holder Andy Lyons and Beverley AC’s top runners James Pearson, Rob Snaith and Matt Chadwick.  Bilton has an excellent record in the race but he has not beaten the…

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Beltine Celebration on the Beverley Westwood

May 5, 2011

Around 100 pagans all gathered at the Blackmill on the Beverley Westwood at 5am on the 1st may to celebrate “Beltane” and danced for the sun. A great sun rise was watched by many. Some even turning up on Pennie Farthings. Photos & Report by Paul Laybourne HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1447] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on…

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Beverley 10K: Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

May 5, 2011

The annual Beverley 10k road race takes place this Sunday and motorists will experience delays in and around the town, in particular in the area around the leisure centre, Wednesday Market and Lairgate. The event starts at 11.15 in Eastgate next to the Minster and rolling road closures will be in operation as the race progresses through the town, across the Westwood and back again. The fastest runners will complete…

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KC ‘Surgeries’ to Help Businesses With Their Communications Needs

April 23, 2011

KC is holding a series of free evening Business Surgeries across Hull and the East Riding for local businesses who want communications advice and support, starting with sessions in Hull on Tuesday 10 May and Beverley on Wednesday 11 May. The Business Surgeries give local firms the opportunity to meet face to face with representatives from across KC and ask questions about any aspect of their KC account or KC’s…

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The Way of the Cross: Churches Together in Beverley

April 22, 2011

For many centuries Christians have followed in the footsteps of Jesus from his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane through to his trial, crucifixion, death and burial to his resurrection on Easter Day. In the Holly Land this journey may follow the actual route Jesus took but the same journey may be made devotionally, in the heart and mind, in towns and churches throughout the world. Here in Beverley the…

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Spring Ball Highlight Of Walkington Hayride

April 21, 2011

A new addition to the world-famous Walkington Hayride has been announced. Organisers of the Hayride are holding a charity Spring Ball at Walkington School on Saturday 21 May. Music will be provided by local band Viagra Falls, who are sponsored by MKM Building Supplies. Tickets for the event cost £25 per person, which includes a full supper. To purchase your ticket, 871761 or speak to Celia or David at the…

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Lucy Wakeford & Kathryn Thomas Live @ Toll Gavel Unied Church

April 15, 2011

Two of the country’s most outstanding committed musicians of their generation, Lucy Wakeford playing harp and Kathryn Thomas playing flute, appeared at Toll Gavel United Church. Lucy has appeared at the City of London and Cheltenham international festivals.  As a concerto soloist Lucy has appeared with many renowned orchestras and ensembles and also made recordings. Kathryn Thomas is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music and was subsequently awarded…

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Planned Tiger Moth Fly-By Will Be “Poignant” Moment

April 15, 2011

Beverley’s Armed Forces Day chairman councillor David Elvidge believes the planned fly-by from one of the RAF’s most unsung planes of WWII will provide a “poignant” but thrilling highpoint to the day. Councillor Elvidge has confirmed that, weather permitting, a Tiger Moth will fly over Beverley’s day of tribute to our servicemen and women on Sunday 3 July. Last year’s planned fly-by by a Spitfire failed to happen because of…

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