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Cyclists Race Clock In Honour Of Tony Burns

May 26, 2011

Two Walkington lads are stepping up the their training as they prepare for a challenging two-day, cross-Britain charity bike ride. Ben Stephenson, 21, a self-employed joiner and his mate James Parkinson, 31, are cycling from Blackpool to Bridlington on June 17 and 18 to raise money for The British Heart Foundation and the Walkington Hayride. Recently Ben and some friends completed a famous cross-pennine ride called The Way Of The…

Walkington Primary School Children Get ‘The Smile Factor’!

May 19, 2011

National Smile Month 2011 is taking place between 15 May and 15 June and Perfect 32, a NHS and private dental practice in Beverley, is helping to spread the message of good oral health by hosting an event at Walkington Primary School on Wednesday, May 18. A team from Perfect 32 in Ladygate, which includes a dentist, hygienist and dental nurse, has been asked to start the fun-filled educational afternoon…

Novice Runner Pam Appleton’s Beverley 10K Success

May 11, 2011

Pam Appleton and Janice Shaw competed in their first ever Beverley 10K on Sunday and finished the course in 1 hour 26 minutes. Pam a novice runner told HU17.net: “When we got to Newbald a race marshal turned to us and said, I do not want to dishearten you ladies, but the race leader, Darran Bilton, will be finishing in six minutes!” “The worst bit was when we reached the…

Over 1000 Runners Compete in Hall Construction Beverley 10K

May 11, 2011

More than a thousand runners gathered in Beverley last Sunday to compete in the annual Hall Construction Beverley 10k road race. All the local running clubs were represented and there were also several hundred unattached runners, some of them running to raise funds for charity. It was a warm and bright spring day and with bands providing entertainment at the leisure centre, Saturday Market and Angel Square there was a…

B&A Scaffolding Beverley 2K Results & Times 2011

May 11, 2011

The 2011 Beverley 10k was supported by the B&A Scaffolding 2k fun run from Beverley Leisure Centre which attracted a field of 234 runners including Bertie the Beaver and Roary the Tiger. There was an excellent turnout by Beverley Athletic Club and Goole Viking Striders juniors who fielded 23 and 18 runners respectively. Goole’s Luke Reynolds won the race in 08:21, more than thirty seconds faster than last year when…

Beverley Rural Update for April 2011

May 8, 2011

1. Priority Issue: – Farm Watch – Remote Crime – Poaching Farm Watch continues to be an integral part of our fight against Rural Crime. Please report any suspicious vehicles or activity to Farm Watch and the Police. A small pocket size Aide memoir card has been produced, “KEEP YOUR FARM SAFE”. This contains useful tips and hints for farmers and residents of the rural community on keeping their local…

Beverley 10K: Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

May 5, 2011

The annual Beverley 10k road race takes place this Sunday and motorists will experience delays in and around the town, in particular in the area around the leisure centre, Wednesday Market and Lairgate. The event starts at 11.15 in Eastgate next to the Minster and rolling road closures will be in operation as the race progresses through the town, across the Westwood and back again. The fastest runners will complete…

Beverley 10k 2011 – Information for Spectators

May 5, 2011

The race starts at 11.15 next to the Minster in Eastgate and finishes in Wednesday Market. The fastest runners will complete the course in about 30 minutes while the slowest are expected to take no longer than 80 minutes. The race route passes along the following roads: • Wednesday Market • Lord Roberts Road • Champney Road • Lairgate • North Bar Within • North Bar Without • York Road…

Spring Ball Highlight Of Walkington Hayride

April 21, 2011

A new addition to the world-famous Walkington Hayride has been announced. Organisers of the Hayride are holding a charity Spring Ball at Walkington School on Saturday 21 May. Music will be provided by local band Viagra Falls, who are sponsored by MKM Building Supplies. Tickets for the event cost £25 per person, which includes a full supper. To purchase your ticket, 871761 or speak to Celia or David at the…

Barrel Thrash Brandesburton in the Cup

April 8, 2011

Barrel Walkington came into this 2 round H E Dean cup game full of confidence, and straight from the whistle they pressed the home side with good quick passing that left Brandesburton camped in their own half for long periods . It wasn’t till mid way through the first half that Barrel Walkington mad all that pressure pay off, when a cross from the left was headed home by the…

United Lose to Title Contenders Walkington

April 3, 2011

Mill United have slipped back into the bottom two after being beaten by the Barrel Walkington at Broadgates. On target for Walkington were Oli Burns with two and man of the match midfield general Danny Moore who scored with an over head kick. Walkington now have just two games reaming and still top the East Riding County League Division 1 though Sculcoates Amateurs, who also won, are seven points behind…

Airkool Walkington 10k: Entries Now Being Taken

March 30, 2011

Entries are now being taken for the Airkool Walkington 10k and all those who were disappointed at not getting a place in the Beverley 10k are encouraged to enter. Both races are organised by Beverley Athletic Club and are very popular with local runners. The Beverley 10k filled up in record time this year and those who were unable to secure a place may want to run at Walkington instead….

Make Mother’s Day With Mother and Daughter Pamper Session

March 23, 2011

A Beverley based facialist is offering Mother and Daughter massage taster sessions to celebrate Mother’s Day. Dr Katerina Steventon of FaceWorkshops has created the taster sessions to demonstrate the natural age defying benefits of the three kinds of facial massage that she specialises in and is offering them as a Mother’s Day treat for mums and daughters. Each hour long session comprises a tailored mix of relaxing facial massage techniques…

Burns Scores Four as Barrel Beat Beavers

March 21, 2011

Beverley Town Beavers were beaten at home by the Barrel Walkington. Oli Burns was the run away match man of the match as he scored all four goals for the Barrel Walkington. The win keeps the Barrels championship hopes alive as they continue to occupy top spot in the East Riding County League Division 1. Reckitts Reserves who pose the biggest threat to Walkington also won as they thrashed bottom…

High School Girls Get On Their Bikes For Comic Relief

March 19, 2011

Amy Hart and Lauren Goldsborough who attend Beverley High school raised over £60 for Comic Relief today. The girls ran from Beverley to Walkington and then boarded their bikes to cycle back clocking up a total of 8 miles!

Prevention of Heavy Vehicles Using Westwood Rd and Newbegin

March 15, 2011

For at least three years, team members of ‘Neighbour Alert’ have been monitoring and reporting on the increasing usage of Newbegin, Beverley, by heavy vehicles and their drivers, to access the town centre, and peripheral areas. Our concern has been mainly for safety of pedestrians, as well as drivers and to avoid major traffic congestion, which is a very regular occurrence. Vehicles have included huge 40 ton fixed base and…

Clark Sees Red as Barrel Slip Up

March 14, 2011

Barrel Walkington skipper Mike Stansfield watched his side go down 2 – 1 at Longcroft School. The Barrel were guilty of giving this match away as Phil Clark was sent off for handling the ball twice, giving away two penalties too! Oli Burns did manage to find the back of the net though goal was little more then a consolation. The Barrel remain top of the table though this defeat…

Burns Penalty Enough to Clinch Victory For Barrel

March 6, 2011

The Barrel Walkington bounced back from their shock defeat to beat title rivals Sculcoates Amateurs 1 – 0 at Longcroft School. Oli Burns got the all important goal from the penalty spot after an incident that saw Sculcoates reduced to ten men following an alleged head butt. The win keeps the Barrel top of the East Riding County League Division One with 35 points, next week they play at home…

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