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…
Bebe Vox was in Beverley performing live in two different Beverley Schools. The talented singer who is set to release a single on the 26th April got the kids rocking! Bebe spoke with HU17.net saying: “I am touring 100 schools across the UK doing assemblies to promote myself and my new single and doing as many gigs as I can.” “All I dreamed about is being a singer, my songs…
All the East Riding School’s Music Service’s orchestral and ensemble rehearsals, scheduled for Saturday 9th January at Longcroft Lower School and St Mary’s Primary School in Beverley, have been cancelled due to bad weather. Further details of any other changes to the rehearsal schedule will be issued at a later date.
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:…
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…
Beverley’s Ragamuffins have launched their much awaited second album titled ‘Beverley Bookends’. Jerry O’Connell and John Burgess with support from Tim Gaden and Phil Barber have written and recorded ten new songs all about Beverley. Songs featured on the album include, Market Cross, Towers Of Minster and Wezzo a song that reflects on good times spent on the Beverley Westwood when they were young lads. The CD is due to…
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 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…
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 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 –…
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…
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…
The title of Mayor of Beverley dates back to 1573 when Queen Elizabeth I incorporated the town by the name “The Mayor, Governors and Burgesses of the Town of Beverley”. The first Mayor of Beverley was Edward Ellerker in 1573. The current Mayor is David K Elvidge, Beverley born and the youngest of six children. He was educated at St Mary’s School for Boys and Longcroft Secondary School, followed by…
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 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…
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…
St Mary’s Church in Beverley as part of the North Celebrations is giving guided tours of showing off actual stocks that were used in the town. Other items too were on display in the Priest Room. Many of the things on display were hundreds of years old. Tours will continue from midday on Sunday the 12th July 2009. [nggallery id=56]
Tucked away in St Mary’s Court Beverley, Tangles is a charming Salon for ladies offering a wide range of hair related treatments with a very high standard of service in clean pleasent environment. Tangles Hair Design – 5a St Mary’s Court, North Bar Within, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8DG – 01482 860406 Tangles Hair Design – 5a St Mary’s Court, North Bar Within, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8DG – 01482…
