Humberside Police: Beverley St Mary’s Update for December 2010

January 14, 2011

1. Priority Issue: – Parking Obstructions – Waltham Court and Mill Lane Patrols have continued throughout the month of December to monitor the area of Mill Lane and Waltham Court surrounding the chip shop following ongoing reports of illegal parking and obstruction to the roadway. During these checks numerous motorists have been advised and sent on their way and several have been issued with fixed penalty notices for the offence…

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Humberside Police: Beverley Minster & Woodmansey Update for December 2010

January 14, 2011

1.Priority Issue: Mintfields – Anti social Behaviour There were no incidents of anti social behaviour in the Mintfields Road area during the month of December. The problem with vehicles being used in an anti social manner on the street appear to be a thing of the past. The person who was identified as been the main offender was dealt with for road traffic offences and was also dealt with by…

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New Attraction Announced for Beverley’s Armed Forces Day

January 14, 2011

Visitors to Beverley’s Armed Forces Day are set to get a real treat this year at the 2011 event. The event which is scheduled for the 3rd of July will this year feature a flight simulator. Organiser of the event Cllr David Elvidge said; “We have been asked if we have room for a flight simulator this year and if we have to choose between a Harrier or Tornado!” Beverley’s…

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Meza9 Aim to Bring WOW-Factor to Beverley Homes

January 6, 2011

Meza9 is located in Saturday Market.  If you stand at the end of Dyer Lane and look up to the right the office is on the top floor where there is certainly some creative excellence underway. Meza9’s Neil McKenzie designs, installs and manufactures anything from a complete mezzanine floor system to balconies, staircases, balustrades and handrails.  However, it is his creative flair that makes all the difference – his website…

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New Years Eve 2010 @ The Kings Head

January 1, 2011

The Kings Head in Beverley was certainly the place to be on News Years Eve. The Hotel in Saturday Market Beverley hosted a night of entertainment and food with around 800 people attending. Live music was provided by local cover band Reloaded who played hit after in the marquee. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1138] HU17.net Picture Gallery:…

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Interview: Bill Rice

December 31, 2010

It was October 1962, the fair was in town and new police constable William Albert Rice had embarked on his first night of duty. Within in a matter of hours, the legend of the most popular policeman in Beverley’s history was born and a great man had made the first of many indelible marks on his adopted town. He tells the story: “The first night I was on duty in…

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ERYC Clear the Snow to Safeguard The Festival of Christmas

December 7, 2010

Everything is being done to ensure the Festival of Christmas goes ahead this weekend in Beverley. After the cancellation earlier this week of Saturday Market no chances are being taken. Today in the centre of town workers were out clearing the snow and gritting the pavements around the town centre. The Festival of Christmas attracted thousands people to Beverley last year giving the local economy a welcomed boost leading up…

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Traders Open Market Despite Closure

December 4, 2010

Saturday Market may have been closed though some traders braved the cold to open. East Riding of Yorkshire Council announced that the market would be closed on Saturday due to the bad weather. The market was also closed during the January ‘Big Freeze’ though this time round more stalls were open. Traders said they have faced a tough week paying rents and not being able to work. Stalls open on…

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Saturday Market Closed Due to Weather

The council has regretfully had to cancel the Saturday market in Beverley town centre tomorrow, Saturday, 4 December, because of the adverse weather conditions. The conditions would not be safe for those setting up the stalls or members of the public.  All stall holders are being notified today. The council apologises for the inconvenience to local people and others who use the market. Pictures from January 9th 2010 some traders…

December 3, 2010
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Conversion of Exchange recognised in National Awards Scheme

The work of the council’s Building Control service has been recognised in a national awards scheme. The former Corn Exchange in Beverley’s Saturday Market, which was converted by a local businessman into Browns department store, has won the ‘highly commended’ award (best small commercial building category) in this year’s LABC National Building Excellence Awards. LABC is the member organisation representing local authority building control departments.  Unlike other industry awards, the…

November 11, 2010
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Beverley in Bloom Awards 2010

September 30, 2010

The Beverley in Bloom Awards were presented this week by Mayor of Beverley, Bessie Foot. Individuals, schools and businesses were all recognised for their floral display achievements.  St John of Beverley RC Primary School won the Educational Endeavour. Businesses that received awards included some of the most colourful establishments in the town this summer.  Beverley Racecourse,  The Tea Cosy in Highgate, The Green Dragon  in Saturday Market and The Royal…

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Award Winning Novel by Local Author to be Launched in Beverley

September 16, 2010

East Yorkshire crime writer, Penny Grubb, whose debut novel, Like False Money, sold out in 10 days is now celebrating the release of her second novel, The Doll Makers, which won the prestigious international award – the Crime Writers’ Association Debut Dagger. The Doll Makers is to be launched at WHSmith Books, 6-8 Toll Gavel, Beverley, on Saturday 18 September.  Penny will be in WHSmith to sign books from 11am…

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The Beverley Food Festival 2010

September 14, 2010

The Beverley Food Festival, organised by Beverley Town Council, will be returning to the town for a fifth year on Sunday 3rd October 2010. Located in Saturday Market Place, with 70 stalls selling local food from Beverley and the East Riding and a 200-seat food theatre marquee, the event annually attracts upwards of 10,000 residents and visitors. Town Councillor Matt Snowden, Chairman and founder of the event, said: “On behalf…

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Bar to Bar Bay Classic 2010

September 8, 2010

A cavalcade of painstakingly restored ‘Moggie Thousands’ set off from Beverley this weekend for the second running of the The Bay Classic, a unique Bar-to-Bar rally. The event was staged for the first time last year when almost 30 Morris Minors, some dating back almost to the Second World War, plus a handful of other classic vehicles, made the 25-mile journey from the 600-year-old North Bar at Beverley to its…

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Photos onto Canvas Beverley September Offer

August 28, 2010

‘Photos Onto Canvas’ in Beverley are running a special ‘Buy Two – Get One Free’ offer on their printed canvasses for a whole month. Local designer and owner Nick Matson said “From now until the end of September we are offering new and existing customers the chance to have their pictures professionally printed onto canvas, giving them three for the price of two” “The image can be provided in any format, and…

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The Green Dragon

August 21, 2010

The Green Dragon is a traditional pub located in Market Square Beverley. The pub, which is part of the Nicholson’s Collection of Great British pubs, is renowned for its history, character, and warm atmosphere throughout the town. They sell a wide selection of beers and real ales as well as providing a varied selection of hearty pub meals. Food is served every day and there is both indoor and outdoor…

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Snaith Beats Pearson in 5K Debut

July 21, 2010

Runners raced round the narrow streets of Beverley town centre last Friday in the annual Beverley 5k Classic which preceded the National Circuit Race Championships for cyclists. Following the same course as the cyclists, runners completed four laps before crossing the cobbles to reach the finish in Saturday Market. The winner was Matthew Bowser of Lincoln Wellington AC who recorded the second fastest time in the history of the race. …

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Cry Chic Boutique!

July 9, 2010

Cry Chic Boutique provide unique ladies fashion wear and is situated on Dyer Lane is situated just off Saturday Market in Beverley. The shop sells clothes that are different to those found on the high street in Beverley and sourcing clothing for ladies from right across the UK. Opening times are 10am to 4:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Thursdays Cry Chic Boutique open until 4pm and Saturday we now open…

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