The Royal Standard Christmas Party

December 12, 2009

Regulars of the Royal Standard in Beverley all got together for a Christmas meal at Rolando’s new restaurant which is situated next door to the pub!  Andrew Lunn took the opportunity to show off the wine his transport business, AR Lunn Transport & Warehousing Ltd are responsible for importing. John Thompson who recently survived a plane crash parties with pals at Rolando’s – (John’s Plane Crash Video) HU17.net Picture Gallery:…

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A Truly Special Way to Start Christmas

December 10, 2009

The Ancient and Unique setting of Beverley Minster will pay host on Saturday evening to Beverley Chamber Choir in what will be a special start to Christmas. After many months of planning the Choir will perform a programme of Bach Music specifically for Christmas, including parts of the Christmas Oratorio. The choir will  be joined by an orchestra which is drawn from some of the best Baroque instrument players in…

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East Riding Open Art Gallery 2009

December 10, 2009

The 14th annual East Riding Open Art exhibition opens to the public on Friday,11th December 2009. Entries have been submitted from artists and craftsmen – amateur and professional – living throughout the East Riding and Kingston-upon-Hull. Two hundred and forty artists have entered this year and 136 works have been selected for display. Nick Maston of Beverley  told HU17.net “Digital art has become more acceptable as we are exposed to…

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Beverley Lions Run for Fun 2009

December 9, 2009

The Beverley Lions are once again holding their annual Run For Fun on New Years Day to help banish those Christmas indulgencies and this will be the 20th time they have staged this event. As usual the run has three different distances, 3Km mainly for young children, families and even walkers etc, the 6Km mainly for those wanting a pleasant jog and the 10Km for the more serious runners etc….

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Sequence Dancing at Armstrongs Social Club

December 8, 2009

Sequence dancing is a weekly fixture at the Armstrong Social Club in Beverley, the tea dances are attended by between 30 to 50 people and some travel from places like Filey and Scarborough coming all the way to Beverley for an afternoons dancing. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=328] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…

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Outdoor Performance by Beverley Brass Band

December 7, 2009

Shoppers in Beverley on Saturday were entertained by the Beverley Brass Band who were performing a selective of festive tunes outside The Angel Pub in Beverley. The Beverley Brass Band was collecting donations with all the money raised on the day going towards the up keep of the band. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=321] HU17.net Picture Gallery:…

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Beverley Lions Christmas Concert

December 7, 2009

The Beverley Lions held their annual Christmas concert at the Beverley Memorial. Over 200 people were in the hall to enjoy music and a light hearted comedy sketch. The stars of the show were Westfield Junior Choir, the youngsters were accompanied by Mrs Redhead on the piano. The youngsters sang a selection of carols as well and performing a song for the first time that was written especially for them….

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Three’s Company Beverley Performance

December 4, 2009

Threes Company played a mixture of live music to a crowd at Toll Gavel Methodist Church in Beverley. This was the first time they had played in Beverley and judging by the audiences reaction the trio would be welcomed back. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=317] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the…

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Beverley Poker Night at the Grosvenor Club

December 3, 2009

The Grosvenor Club in Beverley was taken over by men of all ages and skill levels to take part in the Poker Night. Winner of the last poker night held at the Grosvenor Club Pip Pearson from Beverley was at the table in an attempt to retain his poker champ title. Beverley United Manager Daniel Williams was also spotted at the table join in the Texas Hold Em poker match….

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TribFest 2010 Christmas Offers

December 2, 2009

TribFest has announced great offers for those looking to book tickets as Christmas gifts. The company has put some of the ticket allocation for their festival which will be held at Beverley Polo Club next summer in August. Tickets for the full weekend, day passes and even the VIP tickets are being offered with up to £20 pounds. Ed Faulkner of Ed Entertainments Ltd the organisers of TribFest told HU17.net…

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Shooting Season Comes to a Close

November 28, 2009

Pictures from the final day of the shooting season, Beverley Game Keeper Paul Stephenson led the party into the fields on the out skirts of Beverley where the birds came out on top. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=305] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size

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East Riding County Choir Performance of Messiah

November 28, 2009

This year is the 250th anniversary of the death of the much loved composer George Frideric Handel. What better way to celebrate his music than to join the East Riding County Choir in their performance of Messiah in Beverley Minster on 5th December? The performace starts at 7.00 pm Saturday 5th December 2009 in the Beverley Minster. Tickets available from Beverley Tourist Information Centre tel: 01482 391672 or at the…

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399 Beverley Squadron Presentation Night

November 27, 2009

Beverley ATC held their annual presentation night at Longcroft School where a number of cadets received awards for a wide range of achievements that included sport and flying. Derek Alden of the Civilian Committee started proceedings with short talk to the audience that included guest from the Community Police, Mayor of Beverley and families, before handing over to Flt Lt Gavin Button. Flt Lt Gavin Button paid a tribute to…

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Beverley Chamber Choir and Baroque Orchestra

November 27, 2009

For over 10 years Beverley Chamber Choir has been delighting audiences with high quality performances both over the Christmas and Easter periods. Christmas this year, however, will be extra special, not only is it the first Christmas Concert under the direction of their new director, Mark Pybus, but the choir will also be joined, for the first time, by a full traditional Baroque Orchestra including the world class Baroque trumpeter…

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Beverley Festival of Christmas 2009

November 26, 2009

As the Beverley Christmas Festival approaches John Bird the festival chairman reflects on how the show has developed over the years in his programme notes. Pictures from Beverley Festival of Christmas 2009 The Christmas Festival which is on the 13th December 2009 starting at 10.00am going through till 4.00pm is all set to be the biggest yet with thousands of people expected. There will be a park and ride system…

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Premier Night for Dick Whittington & Sam the Cat

November 25, 2009

Night for Dick Whittington & Sam the Cat at the Beverley Memorial Hall got under way with a bang, this colourful adaption by the Beverley Musical Theatre was interactive, funny and very well performed and is highly recommended as something all the family can enjoy. Dates and booking information can be found here. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery…

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Millers Day Centre Christmas Fair

November 24, 2009

Millers Day Centre held a colourful Christmas Fair with lots of very different festive stalls. Music was provided by the Beverley Town Handbell Ringers with the Fair being officially opened by Councillor Christopher Matthews the chairman of the East Riding Council. Cllr Christopher Matthews the chairman of the East Riding Council declares the Christmas Faire open! HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to…

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Beverley Christmas Lights Switch Video

November 22, 2009

The Beverley Christmas Lights were switched on by the Mayor of Beverley David Elvidge. The Beverley Pipe Band led a parade from Market Cross up Toll Gavel lighting all three of the Christmas trees with music from the Beverley Pipe Band. The Mayor of Beverley thanked the Beverley Christmas Lights appeal and the Beverley Lions before encouraging the crowds to count down from 10 before he flicked the switch. Additional…

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