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Book review: Britty Britty Bang Bang by Hugh Dennis

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:40:46 GMT

Hugh Dennis wasn’t quite sure how to react when his friend, Irish comedian Ardal O’Hanlon, told him he was the most British person he had ever met.

Book review: The Distinguished Assassin by Nick Taussig

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:25:14 GMT

Nick Taussig is determined we should never forget the brutal excesses of Stalin’s Soviet Russia…

Book review: No-Balls and Googlies by Geoff Tibballs

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:25:52 GMT

As Test match cricket enjoys a resurgence of interest, thanks in no small part to Lancashire’s Andrew Flintoff and the unforgettable series against Australia in 2005, what better time to take a closer look at this inimitable game?

Book review: Flappers by Judith Mackrell

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:22:16 GMT

Long before ‘the sisterhood’ burnt their bras in the 1970s, a diverse group of young women were declaring their female independence in the same spirit of reckless determination.

Fine arts society anniversary

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:50:37 GMT

Driffield Wolds Decorative and Fine Arts Society is celebrating its silver anniversary on 27 June with a special musical evening and supper at Sledmere House.

Slim when you’re winning

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:26:26 GMT

Slimmers from Leven have completed a series of activities to raise cash for the MS Trust, together raising an outstanding £700

Book review: Spartacus: Rebellion by Ben Kane

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:56:30 GMT

Ben Kane’s superb Spartacus ‘mini series’ takes historical Roman novel writing to heady new heights in the final, pulsating instalment of the slave rebellion that shook the mighty Roman empire.

Book review: The Affair by Gill Paul

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:18:00 GMT

The steamy love affair between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton is not the only drama creating sparks on the set of the iconic film Cleopatra in 1961.

Secret Minster gardens uncovered

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:58:49 GMT

Private or secret gardens connected with Beverley Minster will be open to the public on Sunday 16 June for a two-hour journey of discovery, followed by cream tea in the churchyard.

Painting the town blue for a knockout music festival

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:15:03 GMT

The headliners for this years Beverley Blues Festival have been announced as Ian Siegal and Catfish Keith.

Skirlington goes up market with WiFi

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:42:48 GMT

Skirlington Leisure Group has launched into the 21st Century by offering wireless broadband technology across the whole leisure park with free wifi access in the public areas of the bar and leisure centre.

Village Brass to play at fundraiser

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 11:03:27 GMT

The annual St Cuthbert’s Church garden party will tkae place this year on Saturday July 6 at 2pm at Springfield, Penny Lane, Burton Fleming.

Butterwick flower festival in July

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:32:16 GMT

Butterwick church is hosting a flower festival on July 12, 13 and 14.

Dignitaries celebrate work of foundation

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:26:01 GMT

The Lord Lieutenant, the Hon Susan Cunliffe-Lister and her son, the Honourable Mr Simon Cunliffe-Lister, welcomed Mayors and Councillors, The Hon Simon Howard of Castle Howard, Lord Best OBE, Selina Scott and many other distinguished guests into their Burton Agnes Hall home for complimentary drinks and canapés on behalf of local grant making charity the Two Ridings Community Foundation.

Book review: Summer is here with Macmillan Children’s Books

Thu, 30 May 2013 14:52:22 GMT

An outstandingly beautiful story about a girl coping with her friend’s death, a thrilling adventure featuring pirates and monsters, a hundred decker bus and a madcap pair of puddled plumbers are leading the summer charge at Macmillan Children’s Books.

Book review: The O Level Book and The Eleven-Plus Book - Forewords by Dr Martin Stephen

Thu, 30 May 2013 10:52:55 GMT

With talk of scrapping GCSEs fresh in everyone’s minds and grammar schools still a popular choice with parents, here are two perfect books to settle that age-old argument between the generations… were the exams of yesteryear really harder?

Book review: Time for Bed by Petr Horáček

Thu, 30 May 2013 10:29:09 GMT

Turn down the lights, snuggle up close and share the timeless rituals of getting ready for bed in this adorable and innovative board book from award-winning author and illustrator Petr Horáček.

Pair plan a 215 mile charity bike challenge

Wed, 29 May 2013 15:58:11 GMT

A Beverley duo will be attempting to raise £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support by cycling 215 miles from Hornsea to Southport, following the Transpennine Trail.

Sharon celebrates a 5.5 stone weight loss

Wed, 29 May 2013 14:32:03 GMT

Sharon Clark, 42, from Beverley, had a fantastic family life, a job she enjoyed, was happy in every possible area of her life - except with her weight.

Recycling help for tenants

Wed, 29 May 2013 07:49:45 GMT

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is highlighting the help it gives to residents moving into new rented accommodation to know more about their bin collections and recycling.