Beverley Treasure House: Adrian Barlow Lectures

February 13, 2012

Places are still available for a lecture taking place at the Treasure House on Friday, 24 February, by Adrian Barlow, entitled ‘Espying Heaven: the Stained Glass of Charles Eamer Kempe’. The work of the Kempe studios is represented in a number of East Riding churches and will be highlighted by Adrian, who is a trustee of the Kempe Trust and has recently retired as director of public and professional programmes…

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Opera Box Present The History Of Opera

January 18, 2012

Opera Box will be performing The History of Opera (Abridged) at Pocklington Arts Centre on Wednesday, 15 February and the Toll Gavel United Church, Beverley on Thursday, 16 February 2012. Both concerts start at 7.30pm. In his own inimitable style, Brendan Wheatley and his guests will take you on a whistle stop tour of 400 years of opera. What is a castrato? Which composer died of a conducting accident? Why…

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London Theatre Voices: A Night Of Gilbert & Sullivan

December 22, 2011

The London Theatre Voices come to Toll Gavel United Church, Beverley, on Thursday 12th January 2012 at 7.30pm with ‘A Night of Gilbert and Sullivan.’ Soprano – Julie Dawn Lloyd, Mezzo Soprano – Deborah Davison, Tenor – Ben Kerslake, and Bass – Andrew Tinkler accompanied by Simon Haynes on the piano will sing a selection of Gilbert and Sullivan songs, duets and quartets. If you have ever dreamed of visiting…

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Mayor of Beverley Peter Astell Christmas Message

December 22, 2011

As Mayor of Beverley this year I have been never more so proud to represent you all. This year my Consort Thomas and I have visited many community groups, churches, residential homes and schools and it has never ceased to amaze us how community spirited and caring people of the town are. We have been so well received no matter where we have been. Recently i was invited to the…

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Beverley Festival Of Christmas 2011

December 18, 2011

Tens of thousands of people descended on Beverley last Sunday in spite of the damp and cold weather. The Festival is one of the highlights of the year and in many ways heralds the start of Christmas. As always the sight of reindeer pulling Santa on his sleigh through the town excited both adults and children alike and as John Bird said, to see the expressions of wonder and delight…

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Longcroft School Carol Concert @ St Mary’s Church

December 17, 2011

Longcroft School and Performing Arts College School held their annual Carol Concert in St Mary’s Church on Thursday 15th December. Taking part were members of the school orchestra, singers and Gospel Choir. Festive readings were given by members of staff, including Mr Ian O’Donnell, who read celebrated his first Christmas at Longcroft by reading “The Nativity”. Everyone at Longcroft School wishes readers of HU17.net a very merry Christmas and peaceful New…

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Four New Leaders Join New Harvest Church Team

December 13, 2011

Pictured is the New Harvest Church leadership team which has been extended to include four new leaders following the growth of the church. The new leaders were welcomed at a special service to officially induct them as church leaders. Photo from left to right: Assistant Pastor John Beevors, Barrie Dennison, Pastor Trevor Green, Keith Broadley, Assistant Pastor Janet Beevors, Connie Dennison, Hilary Green and Lynda Broadley. The church meets at…

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The Mayor Of Beverley Lights Up The Market Cross

November 30, 2011

The Beverley Lions lit up the Christmas tree at Market Cross on Saturday. The Mayor of Beverley, Peter Astell and the Beverley Beaver joined Paul James of the Beverley lions for the big switch on. A large crowd gathered to enjoy the event with music being provided by the Church Lads and Girls Brigade. On Wednesday the it is the turn of the Beverley Christmas Lights Appeal who will be…

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Green Party Deputy Leader Adrian Ramsay To Visit Beverley

November 28, 2011

The Green Party’s Deputy Leader Adrian Ramsay will visit Beverley on Thurs 1st Dec. Adrian will speak at an open meeting at Norwood Methodist Church, Norwood, at 7.30pm, on the positive Green vision. Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. Bill Rigby, of East Riding Green Party says, ‘Adrian has pulled off an amazing feat in that by the tender age of 30 he has transformed Norwich City Council…

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Schools & Charity Join Forces To Remember Troops At Christmas

November 23, 2011

On Saturday 10th December, Saint Mary’s Church in Beverley will be hosting a Christmas concert to raise money for the country’s oldest military charity, the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) Forces Help. The ‘Celebration of Christmas’ is being organised by SSAFA East Yorkshire and Longcroft School, featuring music from the Band 150 (Yorkshire) Transport Regiment Royal Logistic Corps and St Mary’s School and St Nicholas School choirs. Students…

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Off Shoots Present A Night Of Broadway Music In Latest Production

November 23, 2011

Off Shoots Musical Theatre Company will be presenting an evening “Off Broadway” on Saturday 26 November at St Nicholas Community Centre, Holmechurch Lane, Beverley. The Concert starts at 7.30 pm and tickets are £8 and £5 for children under 12. The first half will be songs and dance from shows and the second half will be a concert version The Sound of Music. Off Shoots is a stage school for…

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Beverley Property Guide: Norwood’s A Popular Location

November 16, 2011

Community feel, great access and excellent amenities – Norwood’s a popular location There’s few places that retain the old-fashioned, community feel of Beverley as Norwood. On either side of this lively road, streets of solid terraced housing give way to bigger, newer houses, all within minutes of Beverley’s historic town centre or seconds from the roads which lead to Hull and the rest of the East Riding. With Beverley High…

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Remembrance Sunday Parade

November 13, 2011

The streets of Beverley were lined this morning as the Remembrance Day Parade led by the Beverley Church Lads and Girls Brigade made its way to the Memorial Gardens. wreaths were laid by representatives from many different organisations with Mayor of Beverley Peter Astell placing one from the town. [nggallery id=1853]

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Beverley Lions Club Thank Community For Their Support

November 10, 2011

The Beverley Lions Club would like to thank people in Beverley and surrounding areas for their generosity at the recent Bonfire and Fireworks event on the Westwood. The bucket collection will cover the costs of the fireworks for 2011 and will go some way towards next year’s event. We apologise for the late start of the fireworks – this was due to the safety ropes being totally ignored and the…

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Beverley Christmas Lights: Last Night of the Proms Concert

October 18, 2011

With just over two months to Christmas, preparations are well under way to light up Beverley and make it sparkle more than ever over the festive season. Despite difficult economic times, over eighty businesses and residents continue to support the drive to fill the town with small trees. Thanks to everyone who has ordered a tree – these will be going up, with the invaluable help of the Beverley Rugby…

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Paul Liddell To Play In Beverley @ Toll Gavel

October 14, 2011

On Saturday 19th November, 7.30pm, the acclaimed acoustic musician Paul Liddell is holding a concert at Toll Gavel United Church, with proceeds being donated to local charities Beverley Community Lift and the Methodist Relief and Development Fund. Paul Liddell is a successful recording and performing artist, having released a solo EP, two solo albums and an EP with his band ‘Delphians.’ Awards won include Best Male Artist’ at the International…

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