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Organ & Brass Concert in St Mary’s Church Beverley

March 31, 2010

Internationally-renowned organist Stephen Binnington returns to his roots at St Mary’s Church on Saturday. Beverley-born Stephen, a former pupil at Longcroft School, will perform an organ and brass concert with the Tempus Brass Quintet, starting at 7.30pm on April 10th. The brother of current St Mary’s organist Alan, Stephen will play a number of solo pieces before being joined by the Tempus Brass Quintet – returning following their outstanding performance…

Beverley Pipe Band Lead Parade to St Mary’s Church

March 8, 2010

Chairman of East Riding and the High Sherriff were joined by Councillors from across the East Riding for a civic service that was held at St Mary’s Church Beverley. The guests marched through the streets of Beverley setting off from the Beverley Guild Hall led by the Beverley Pipe Band. The service traditionally is used as welcome from the people of the town to the Mayor. During the service the…

Over £1000.00 for the Mayoral Charity SSAFA

February 5, 2010

St Mary’s Christmas Concert and the annual Civic Dinner have a raised over £1000.00 for the Mayoral Charity SSAFA. Back in December the Beverley Town Council arranged free afternoon of festive fun collecting donations totalling £225.11 Entertainment at St Marys Church was provided by The Regimental Band of 150 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps (Volunteers), St Mary’s Church Choir, Beverley Town Hand Bell Ringers and the children of St Mary’s Primary…

‘Peace and War’ Art Exhibition at St Mary’s Church Beverley

February 1, 2010

In partnership the Beverley Town Council and the Defence School of Transport, the largest driver training school in the world, has organised an exclusive Art Exhibition. The exhibition ‘Piece and War’ will be held in Beverley late February, featuring a selection of works from a number of artists that include, Professor Ken Howard, (Royal Academy) John Yardley & David Curtis (Royal Institute of Art). Through a collection of art it…

Beverley from St Mary’s Church Bell Tower

January 6, 2010

These images were taken from the roof of the bell tower at St Mary’s Church Beverley. The pictures taken this afternoon show the snow covered Beverley Westwood, Beverley Racecourse and roof tops of the town centre. Also images showing Manor Road, Norwood, Durham Ox, New Walk and Beverley Minster. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=361] HU17.net Picture Gallery:…

St Mary’s Church Christmas Concert

December 14, 2009

The Town Council assembled a festive feast of entertainment providing a free afternoon for residents and visitors to Beverley, the concert held at St Mary’s Church featured, The Regimental Band of 150 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps (Volunteers), St Mary’s Church Choir, Beverley Town Hand Bell Ringers and the children of St Mary’s Primary School. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size…

Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church

November 26, 2009

The Mayor of Beverley invites you to a Free Family Christmas Concert on Saturday the 12th December – 3pm at St Mary’s Church, Beverley. With special guests; The Regimental Band of 150 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps (Volunteers) Also featuring; St Mary’s Church Choir, Beverley Hand Bell Ringers and the children of St Mary’s Primary School. Donations given on the day will go to the Mayoral charity SSAFA Forces Help East…

Beverley Economy & Tourism Group Meet

November 24, 2009

Beverley Renaissance Partnership invited representatives from organisations within the town to an initial meeting on Tuesday 24th November 2009 at County Hall in Beverley. Organisations included Beverley Town Council, Beverley and District Chamber of Trade, Visit Hull and East Yorkshire, Beverley Minster, St Mary’s Church and Beverley Market Traders Association. The purpose of this group is to be action driven and to develop some of the recommendations outlined within the Draft Beverley…

Memorial Gardens

November 20, 2009

The Memorial Gardens on Hengate in Beverley were just reopened in time for Armistice Day. In the shadows of St Mary’s Church the Memorial Gardens was given a complete make over which included the relocation of the RAF Memorial and the Memorial for HMS Beverley. The gardens were given to the town of Beverley by Major Clive Wilson back in 1924, there is a plaque dedicated Major Clive Wilson as…

Jacob’s Well Christian Book Shop

October 28, 2009

Jacob’s Well Christian Book Shop can be found in the shadows of St Mary’s Church Beverley on Lairgate. The small book shop specialises in books of religious nature for the Christian faith. Jacob’s Well Christian Book Shop – 2 Ladygate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8BH‎ – 01482 865136‎ Jacob’s Well Christian Book Shop – 2 Ladygate, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8BH‎ – 01482 865136‎ Jacob’s Well Christian Book Shop –…

War Graves Photographic Project

October 6, 2009

The War Graves Photographic Project has been set up in an attempt to photograph each and every MoD grave, Individual Memorial and family memorial from WWI to the current day. The project aims to photograph and log over 1.7 million Common Wealth War Graves from around the world and depends on volunteers from every walk of life. HU17.net has volunteered to produce images for the graves located in Beverley or…

Tourist Information Centre

October 2, 2009

Beverley Tourist Information Centre – At the heart of the East Yorkshire, bustling market town Beverley has fine food and shopping combined with a rich cultural heritage with many features, including St Mary’s Church and the Minster, dating back to the 13th century. The TIC is found close to Wednesday Market Place on Butcher Row. Your one stop shop for a full range of information services. Fully trained, friendly and…

Tower Bell Ringing

September 28, 2009

John Atkinson opened the doors to the bell tower of St Mary’s Church, John is part of the Beverley and District Ringing Society and he with other members are responsible for the bell we hear ringing right across Beverley. John told us that they keen to find more people who are prepared to learn the art of Tower Bell Ringing and also Handbell Ringing. While in the bell tower of…

Battle of Britain Memorial Service

September 13, 2009

St Mary’s Church in Beverley held their annual Battle of Britain Memorial Service; the service was attended by local officials including the Mayor of Beverley David Eldvidge. Those arriving for the service were welcomed by members of the Central & East Yorkshire Air Wing Cadets, Squadron 399 Beverley. Mayor of Beverley David Eldvidge talks with members of 399 Beverley Air Cadets. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the image, these…

HMS Beverley

August 10, 2009

Lost: 11 Apr, 1943 (Lt. Cdr. R.A. Price, RN.) at 05.52 hours two torpedoes were fired, by U-188 (Lüdden). Allied records indicate that HMS Beverley (H64) was hit and sunk at that time. There were only 4 survivors out of a crew of 158

St Mary’s Church Graveyard

August 6, 2009

St Mary’s Graveyard is located off Bleach Yard in Beverley, adjacent to Bleach Yard Stables. The site has a small chapel of which you can see pictures below. The chapel appears not to be in use these days, though this has not been confirmed. The graves date back to the early 19th Century, the era in which the chapel was built. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the image. These are…

Homecoming Parade Images

July 23, 2009

The Yorkshire Regiment marched through the streets of Beverley today as over 20,000 people turned up to welcome them home from Iraq. The RAF Sea King Rescue Helicopter got things started with a low fly by over the crowds that had gathered to show their appreciation to personnel of the Yorkshire Regiment. After a short ceremony at the specially closed North Bar the Yorkshire Regiment passed through North Bar marching…

Coronation Garden

July 20, 2009

A Brief History of the Coronation Garden, in Beverley, East Yorkshire A Georgian town house and another small house once stood on the site of the present Coronation Garden; among its owners was Mark Kirkby, the Hull merchant who created the Sledmere Estate. He lived there until 1748. By the 1820s, the house belonged to the Constable Family of Wassand, and was occupied by a relative, Peter Acklom Esq. Behind…

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