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Swimmers celebrate the summer ROB ANDREW HORNSEA REMOVALS solstice on Hornsea beach THE SUMMER Solstice was seen in by lots of spectators and swimmers in Hornsea on June 21. The summer solstice is also known as the longest day of the year and saw the UK enjoying 16 hours and 38 minutes of daylight. The Hornsea Mermaids sea swimming group were joined by The Ice Warriors swimming group and other friends seeing a total of 86 swimmers take to the water for the 4.30am sunrise. Hornsea Inshore Rescue provided sea safety cover with their lifeboat and many of the crew in attendance. The swimmers donated more than £500 to the charity. Claire Keable set up the Hornsea Mermaids Facebook group in March with it proving instantly popular. Talking about the summer solstice swim Claire said: “I have always loved the longest day and since moving to Hornsea, I’ve spent every summer solstice on the beach and in the sea. When I set up the group I posted an event for midsummer and hoped there would be a few ladies wanting to join me. As the group got bigger, more and more ladies signed up to the event. “I encouraged the group to don their best mermaid sparkles and have fun with what they wore! It’s been a long time since many of us have had the opportunity to dress

up and the ladies didn’t disappoint. Pam even made her own costume complete with matching swim hat. “It was difficult to arrange too much in advance as we’re a slave to sea and weather conditions. I’d been communicating with Andy, who manages Ice Warriors, about various swim related topics for a while and when they had to relocate, we saw it as an opportunity to raise more money and awareness for Hornsea Inshore Rescue. On top of that, more bodies in the sea ensured that the safety boat was launched as a precaution which made the ladies feel more confident about swimming in a choppier than desirable sea! “The feedback I’ve had from both groups has been overwhelming! I’m so proud that my little idea turned out to be something really very special. Tina, a fellow mermaid, put on a fire breathing display for our entertainment whilst waiting for the sun to rise. Afterwards we had a huge beach bbq. The atmosphere was absolutely buzzing with the thrill of being a part of something really spiritual, enjoying our natural surroundings and participating in a common interest. “The media interest since has seen our mermaid group rise in numbers to 380 members from 327 on Saturday! If you would like to join

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Hornsea mermaids and become part of our female only, fun and friendly, open water swimming group, then please look for us on Facebook!” The Ice Warriors are no strangers to swimming on Hornsea beach, regularly visiting and always taking part in the Hornsea Inshore Rescue New Year dip. Due to the New Year dip being cancelled this year because of Covid the group still completed their challenge in fancy dress in the North Sea at Hornsea on Sunday, December 13 for their Christmas party. Initially the Ice Warriors had a summer solstice swim planned at Welton Waters, however the railway crossing to the site was due to be closed for works on that morning, so the group relocated to Hornsea beach with the Hornsea Mermaids. Andy commented: “It worked out very well in the end. It was nice to work with another group that has the same goal. We are now planning more

events combining our two groups. A big thanks to Hornsea Inshore Rescue for looking after us.” Many of the Hornsea Inshore Rescue crew had got up extra early to provide safety cover and support for the event as well as to serve hot drinks from 3am. Chairman of Hornsea Inshore Rescue, Sue Hickson-Marsay talking just after the event said: “This morning was one of the most surreal moments I have ever experienced, the atmosphere was awesome and the sunrise so perfect for the solstice. “For the Mermaids and Ice Warriors to raise so much money for us too made it even more special, thanks to all of those involved.” See page 28 for more pictures of the summer solstice. TAKING TO THE SEA: Swimmers from Hornsea Mermaids and The Ice Warriors taking to the sea in Hornsea for the summer solstice (Photograph by Greg Smithson)

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Coastal rescue services called to an inflatable at sea as questions are asked about the sale of inflatables locally HORNSEA and Bridlington Coastguard teams and Hornsea Inshore Rescue were called to an incident on June 13 involving an inflatable unicorn that had drifted out to sea. Hornsea Inshore Rescue launched and rescued four adults from the water along with the inflatable unicorn. Coastguards attended and provided safety advice as well as checking the casualties. Hornsea Coastguard Team said: “We would advise never to use inflatables at sea, you can quickly find yourself being blown further

out. If you do find yourself in difficulty, never try to swim back to shore. Always stay with the inflatable as a means of flotation, signal for help or call for the Coastguard on 999 using a phone which should ideally be kept in a waterproof case. Should you end up in the water and have no means of flotation then remember ‘Float to Live’ and wait for rescue services to arrive. Meanwhile a local resident questioned on social media whether inflatables should be for sale on Hornsea seafront with a mix of

responses. Many said they should not be available to buy, others saying it is the responsibility of those who purchase them and others suggesting the cope with a rope attached which must be held. East Riding Ward Councillor Barbara Jefferson talking about the issue said: “Inflatables have been around a long time and unfortunately they might not even be ones sold here they could have bought them elsewhere. Years ago inflatable lilo beds came with a rope on that parents needed to hold. I do hope there doesn’t have to be a

fatality before they are banned on the sea. Inflatables are dangerous as they are so attractive and fun looking.” added: “I am delighted we will be It has been announced that East getting the lifeguards back again for Riding of Yorkshire Council has the summer to further help keep renewed its agreement with the people safe at sea.” RNLI to provide lifeguards at weekends in June at three beaches RESCUED: The inflatable unicorn in Bridlington: Bridlington North, rescued by Hornsea Inshore Bridlington South and Bridlington Rescue along with four adults South Cliff. Then from July 3, the (Photograph courtesy of Hornsea service will be provided on Coastguard) weekdays as well, and will also include Hornsea. Elite Sires (GB) Ltd is a leading pig breeding business specialising Councillor Jefferson in the supply of genetic material to the UK pig industry.

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Long awaited restoration work has begun at Hornsea St Nicholas Church REPAIR work to Hornsea St Nicholas Church has begun. A spokesperson for the church said: “The Vicar, Churchwardens and PCC are delighted that our longawaited repair and restoration project has finally got underway with the removal of the stained glass east window in the Lady Chapel." This marks the beginning of a process which will see the stone mullions renewed. These are the vertical stones that separate the glass windows in traditional buildings – basically like window frames in modern buildings. The stained glass panels will also be restored – a process that will take until

early 2022 to be completed. Reverend Tina explained: “The new stonework has to be quarried and carved by specialist stonemasons before they come back and cut out the rotten stone and fit the new stonework in place. The glass is with expert glaziers who will clean and restore the paint and renew the leaded beading that holds it all together before it is returned and fitted into the new mullions.” This process will be repeated for the east window in the organ loft and the main east windows in the church over the coming months. The work will cost around £140,000 and is being funded by the Church Lands

Trust charity which was set up in the 1930’s to provide solely for the repair and maintenance of the St Nicholas Church building in perpetuity. Reverend Tina added: “We will be building a digital resource of photographs and drawings documenting the work that we hope will be of interest to current and future historians. It is intended to make this freely available once the project has been completed.” RESTORATION HAS BEGUN: The Lady Chapel stained glass window in St Nicholas Church has been removed as the long awaited restoration project gets underway.

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Humber MP hits back at proposed constituency changes BEVERLEY and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, has indicated that he will fight proposals that would carve most of his constituency of Beverley and Holderness into two new constituencies. Meanwhile, the South West Holderness council ward, currently in Beverley and Holderness, would be absorbed into the Hull East constituency. The proposals, published on June 9, come amidst new rules which mean that all constituencies in the UK will have to have at least 69,724 voters. Currently, existing constituencies range from having just 54,551 electors to as many as 111,716. All three existing Hull constituencies fall below the new permitted electoral range, which has resulted in proposals where Hull East would absorb the market town of Hedon, as well as Preston and Thorngumbald. Similarly, the changes to Hull West and Hessle would see it include South Hunsley and Tranby. On top of the expansion of Hull constituencies to the east and west, the rest of the existing Beverley and

Holderness constituency would be carved in two, with all coastal wards becoming part of a new Bridlington and Holderness constituency including Skipsea, Hornsea and Withernsea as well as Bridlington. At the same time, Beverley council wards would join Driffield, Wolds Weighton and Pocklington to form Beverley and the Wolds. Speaking about the Boundary Commission’s initial proposals, Mr Stuart said: “Their suggestions show a lack of understanding about the communities that I represent, which is why I will be strongly opposing these plans throughout the review process. “The proposed absorption of South West Holderness to become part of Hull East is an especially poor suggestion, completely ignoring that the people of Hedon, Paull, Preston and Thorngumbald do not consider themselves to be a part of Hull, and indeed have been resisting creeping urbanisation of their green spaces for years now. “Their proposals seem to be based solely on the fact that the A1033 runs

between Hedon and Hull, which just goes to show that the wider picture hasn’t really been considered. “It’s important to note that these initial proposals are just the first step in a long review process, so I’d strongly encourage anyone who feels the same way I do, to make their views known to the Boundary Commission.” The new proposals were published online at midnight, kicking off an 8week initial consultation period. Members of the public are able to make their views known at www.bcereviews.org.uk, and the consultation period will close on August 2. Seven years ago, a Hull City Council commission examined a series of options to change the city’s boundary with the East Riding, with plans for expansion of the city’s borders prompting a strong kickback from local residents. A non-binding 2014 referendum on the proposals was held in the parishes bordering Hull, which returned a decisive ‘no’ vote of

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96.5%, demonstrating strong local opposition to parts of rural Holderness being included within Hull’s borders. The ‘Hands off the East Riding’ campaign, led by South West Holderness Councillor John Dennis, claimed that East Yorkshire residents would lose facilities and part of their identity if they became part of Hull. Cllr Dennis added: “The Boundary Commission’s proposals have really wide implications for communities across Holderness and the wider East Riding. It’s particularly disappointing that they have proposed for South West Holderness to become an ‘orphan ward’ where we risk being forgotten about by being caught between two councils. “I will be discussing this with Graham and my fellow councillors before we look into submitting a response to the consultation, which makes clear the reality of what our residents want. “We went through all of this 11 years ago and I know local opinion hasn’t changed since then, we don’t want to be part of Hull.”

EMILY Whitehouse from Hornsea has been selected to represent Yorkshire County Cricket Club U11s as part of their performance squad. Emily currently attends Brandesburton Primary School and will move to Hornsea School and Language College in September. Emily who is 10 years old has been playing hardball cricket since the age of 8 and has also played as part of the East Yorkshire Girls U11s team, she currently plays mixed U11s/U13s at Sutton on Hull. Emily was inspired to take up playing cricket after watching her older brother Jake play. Her first taste of playing cricket was as an All Star, she then played at a number of U9 softball festivals in the East Yorkshire Junior League. Emily said: "I'm really excited to have been selected to play for Yorkshire U11s. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop myself further in the game I love playing " Yorkshire County Cricket Club U11s first game of the season took place against Nottinghamshire on Monday, June 21. There are a number of matches arranged for the season as well as training sessions and festivals. These will see the Yorkshire girls compete against teams from Nottinghamshire, Lancashire, Durham and Northumberland. Emily’s mum Chantalle added: “We are very proud of the commitment and dedication Emily shows to her cricket and what she has achieved. We are looking forward to supporting her on the next leg of her journey and will

Following the 8-week consultation, the Boundary Commission will then publish all the responses it received ahead of a second six week consultation, which is currently scheduled for early next year. This stage will also include a series of public hearings, where residents will be able to give their views directly to an assistant commissioner. Any changes made following these consultations will be published around September 2022, while the Boundary Commission’s final recommendations by law must be given to Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle by July 1, 2023. Mr Stuart further commented: “It’s important to remember that more than half of the commission’s recommendations changed following consultation during the last review, so these suggestions are by no means set in stone. “That’s why it will be so important for residents in Beverley and Holderness to make their views known.”

continue to transport her wherever she needs to go. Any girls interested in playing cricket please feel free to contact Rob Johnson via email r.johnson@yorkshirecb.com for further details of how/where to get involved.” CRICKET READY: Emily Whitehouse from Hornsea is excited to have been selected to play for Yorkshire U11s

The Townhouse at the Town Hall FOLLOWING the success of last year’s Artist Fair, the Townhouse on Newbegin in Hornsea are holding this year’s Artist Fair in the new bigger location of the Hornsea Townhall. The Preview Evening is open to all on Friday, August 6 from 7pm to 9pm, and the fair is also open on Saturday, August 7 from 10am to 3pm.

The Townhouse promote, display and sell many of Hornsea’s talented artist’s work. The Artist Fair at the Townhall will give over twenty different artists the opportunity to display and sell their full range. There will be a variety of items available to buy, including; jewellery, floral displays, beers, original

artwork, greetings cards, homeware, ceramics, fashion, skincare, gifts, glassware, essential oils and prints. The event will take place on both floors of the Townhall, and everyone is welcome to come along and see the artist’s work. Entry is free, and the Fair will be adhering to all social distancing guidelines. For more information contact the Townhouse on 01964 530714 or email: info@townhouseshop.com

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Former Hornsea beacon town crest donated to museum FOLLOWING the refurbishment of Hornsea’s beacon it also received a new town crest. This made the old crest redundant but not wanting to lose a piece of the town’s history Hornsea Museum were approached to see if they would be able to home it. The museum gladly accepted the crest which has now been handed over and will be put up in due course when a suitable location is agreed.

NEW CREST: Carol Harker accepting the crest for Hornsea Museum with Hornsea Mayor Tim Bunch and Matt Pymm from the Hornsea Town Council gardening and maintenance team

HORNSEA PANTRY POSH JUMBLE SALE Saturday 26th June from 10am New clothes – ladies and children. Assorted toys. Assorted goods including new crockery, plates, cups etc… Books. Selection of tinned and dried foods Many other items – all new Newbegin – in the former HSBC bank opposite Hornsea Parish Church Hall

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TIDE WARNING SIGNS IN PRODUCTION COUNCILLOR Barbara Jefferson has recently spoken to a resident in Rolston regarding people being caught out on the beach and the cliffs between Hornsea and Mappleton with incoming tides. The resident expressed concerns about the pressures on calling the coastal rescue services for help. Cllr Jefferson contacted the Foreshores Office in Bridlington to pass on the concerns of people in the town and surrounding area. Cllr Jefferson explained: “After a great deal of discussion it was decided to erect two signs one to go at the corner of Hornsea Burton Road. Also one to go to Mappleton for the

benefit of visitors to the beach. As many dog walkers use this area at different times it seemed to be a good opportunity to include other warnings which can be seen on the picture of the signs which are being produced. These

give various warnings for the benefit of peoples safety whilst enjoying the beautiful area.” NEW SIGNS: The new signs are currently being produced and should be installed soon

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From Swarovski tiaras, table diamantes and gifts for the bridal party, and many more lovely things for your special day. The store operates a strict policy to help avoid prom dress duplication by noting which prom your dress is for and cross checking the list for anyone attending that prom having bought the identical dress in store. As ladies day approaches at Beverley races on August 11 the store will also become

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Residents invited to have their say on the East Riding Draft Local Plan update

RESIDENTS are being invited to have their say on proposed plans for housing and employment targets that will shape the future of the East Riding for years to come. The council is asking for people’s views and comments on the East Riding Draft Local Plan update, which sets out revised housing and employment targets for the East Riding. The current East Riding Local Plan was adopted in April 2016 and the updated plan is proposing that the housing requirement in the East Riding should be 20,900 by 2039, with the sites for allocation also included in the proposals. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the consultation will take place over 10 weeks and the documents for people to comment on can be found at www.eastriding.gov.uk/local planupdate where there is a series of interactive information pages which summarise key issues and will signpost to the various consultation documents. While people are urged to view the documents online, hard copies will also be available to view at the council’s libraries, customer service centres,

email: editor@hornseacommunitynews.uk multi-service centres and mobile libraries. Councillor Gary McMaster, portfolio holder for planning, infrastructure and housing, said: “The current Local Plan was adopted in 2016. The council has reviewed this and is now consulting on a draft update. “I would urge people to take a look at the proposals and let us know their views on the proposed housing, employment and mixed-use allocations across towns and villages in the East Riding.” Comments can be made online via www.eastriding.gov.uk/local planupdate or by writing to Forward Planning (AS67), East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Cross Street, Beverley, HU17 9BA. All responses should be received no later than Friday, August 6. In the draft plan the vision for Hornsea by 2039 states that it: “will be a thriving family seaside town. The Central Promenade will continue to be the cultural hub of Hornsea's seaside offer, serving both residents and visitors. Important green spaces in the town, on Hornsea seafront and the Mere, will be maintained

and enhanced, for the benefit of residents, visitors and biodiversity. Further improvement of the promenades will create a stylish and vibrant mix of uses. “Tourism will continue to be an important part of the economy of the town. Employment opportunities will have been increased through the successful implementation of renaissance projects, which will stimulate demand for new employment land and small-scale business accommodation, and encourage a variety of businesses to operate from the town. This will have been complemented by the intensification and diversification of the shops, restaurants and services on Newbegin and Market Place, and enhancement of the town’s leisure and

cultural facilities. Ease of movement through the town will have improved as a result of better linkages between retail, cultural and leisure facilities, residential areas, holiday parks, and services. Together this will better meet the needs of the local community, enhance the viability and vitality of the town centre and reduce the need for residents to commute elsewhere.” East Riding Council will seek to support the distribution of 660 new homes in Hornsea. The draft plan also notes: “In Hornsea, the unique built character of parts of the town centre adds to its overall appeal, although the seafront promenade is in need of investment to increase its offer as a visitor destination.”

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Saturday fundraising sales at Hornsea URC By Margaret Knapton SALES take place every Saturday outside the Hornsea United Reformed Church between 9am and 12 noon, weather permitting. They are a fantastic opportunity to 'bag a bargain', see a friendly face and have a chat, support the church by helping to raise £10,000 for repairs to the spire and support other charities. May 1 heralded the start of the sales and what a wonderful day it was. Not just for the amazingly warm, sunny weather but more for the joy and delight of seeing smiling faces and holding conversations with people we had not seen for months! As several people remarked: “It is so good to be doing

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something normal again”. It was not quite the old normal as hands had to be sanitised and social distance observed but the delight of communication was quite infectious. Mandy Hood, a church member, floated the idea of the sales which have become very popular. There is an ever-growing team of volunteers (not all church members) who come and 'man the stalls', ably assisted by 'lifters and shifters', who help set-up and pack away the goods. If you would like to join in, please let Mandy or Margaret K know or ring 01964 533576 and we will be delighted to add you to the team.

THE HORNSEA Pensioners group has now disbanded and remaining money has been shared between Hornsea Royal British Legion, Hornsea Lions, HART, HUG, Hornsea

There is no shortage of interesting, varied and sometimes valuable donations and for me, in the process of moving home and 'down-sizing', it has been a fantastic service – I just have to remember not to buy anything else! The Sales are far more than just a fundraiser they are a service – people are visiting regularly just for a chat and many on low income can take advantage of modest prices. They provide an opportunity for people to give too. Out of our income the church has been able to: ● Buy an acre of fruit trees in Tanzania https://traidcraftexchange.org/plan t-an-acre ● Give a donation to Bounce Back Hornsea to help the town’s biggest events generate the funds needed to start up again ● Provide funds to help re-locate the women of the Liberty Project in Mozambique as they flee insurgents https://www.the-libertyproject.org ● Support the work of Christian Aid https://www.christianaid.org.uk ● Support the garage sale organised by Hornsea WI which

Inshore Rescue, The Ex Servicemen’s Club, Hornsea Floral Hall and The Pop In. I hope everyone is keeping well and hope to see you all when the Pop In can open.

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raised funds for the WI and Inshore Rescue We hope to give £50 each sale with £250 distributed so far. Thanks to all you wonderful people in Hornsea and friendly visitors who

are generously supporting these sales. £1,598 raised to date – just a bit more needed before you see the steeplejacks swinging on their Bosun's Chairs!

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A FISHING match in memory of well-known local man Pete Barker has raised almost £500. Pete was known to his friends and the fishing community as ‘Big Pete’ and he spent many hours in Hornsea’s fishing tackle shop East Coast Tackle with then owner Keith Lamming. Keith made a promise to Pete to run a charity fishing match in his name annually with a commitment to donate all of the money raised to charities. Two matches are usually arranged in his memory, one on the beach and a fresh water match, both of which had to be cancelled last year due to the pandemic. This year’s memorial fresh water match took place on Sunday, June 13 and saw 28 friends fish at the Police Pond. Keith Lamming commented: “fishing was hard maybe due to the hot weather, but everyone enjoyed themselves, and two charities were the winners at the end of the day.” All peg fees amounting to £140 are being donated to Dove House Hospice. Also Keith’s daughter Kirsty and granddaughter Sammi organised a covid safe raffle. Money raised from the raffle and donations kindly given by friends amounting to £340 is being donated to Scarborough chemotherapy unit, where their friend Stephen Lemm is receiving his treatment currently. Keith added: “Thank you to everyone who fished, brought prizes, donated, and helped with the draw and weighing in.” The results from the match are:

1st. Chris Fisher 55lb 4oz 2nd. Scott Field 42lb 3rd. Gary Stringvest Dolby 38lb 8oz Section winners: Colin Hyam, Keith Lamming, Carl Jewitt, Steve Lemm, Pete Wardill. Biggest fish: Colin Beacock. 9lb 5oz

1. DONATION: Keith Lamming (right) presents a cheque for Scarborough chemotherapy unit to Stephen Lemm

Pairs winners: Jody Lemm - Chris Fisher. 74lb

2. WINNER: Chris Fisher with his first prize 3. CATCH: Gary Dolby with his prize winning catch

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PROLIFIC BURGLAR Come and SENTENCED TO join the new EIGHT YEARS Hornsea women’s football team A PROLIFIC burglar has been jailed for five years after he pleaded guilty to a number of offences in the East Riding area. 20-year-old Emilio Romano, from Hull, was charged with a number of hanoi burglaries where high value cars were stolen during a well-planned and organised enterprise in February 2019. This related to burglaries in Willerby and Kirkella. Mr Romano also pleaded guilty to three commercial burglaries in Hornsea, Burshill and Brandeburton which all occurred in January 2019. He received three years imprisonment to run concurrent against the dwelling burglaries. To add to his sentence, the 20-year-old pleaded guilty to the supply of drugs which resulted in a further three years behind bars, giving him a total term of eight years imprisonment. Detective Sergeant Andy Bradley said: “I am very pleased with the sentence

given out to Mr Romano today and I hope that this sentence brings some peace to the victims now that Romano has been locked up. “At Humberside Police we dedicate a lot of our resources to burglary related crimes as it’s important that everyone feels safe in their own homes. “These crimes can leave victims feeling very unsettled and can greatly affect residents. If you are ever in a situation where you are being burgled, please call 999. Or, if a burglary has already taken place, call 101 to report and we’ll make sure the report goes to the right teams who can look into the incident further.”

TRAINING sessions started on Thursday, June 17 to bring a women’s football team back to Hornsea. It’s open to any female over 16 with no experience required. The team are also looking for a coach. Tom

Welcome Centre Food Bank THE FOOD Bank continues to be in demand for those who find themselves, for whatever reason, in difficulties. The Food Bank provides emergency food supplies to help you over a bad patch. All you have to do is ring

Connor from the Hornsea 3G pitch has volunteered to take the first few sessions until the team recruit one. Several women turned out for the first session and it’s hoped the group will grow over the coming weeks.

Anyone interested in joining can turn up on a Thursday at Hornsea 3G pitch starting at 8pm with subs £4. For more information contact the group through the Hornsea Sporting Ladies FC Facebook page.

FOOTBALL: Some of the participants at the first training session of Hornsea Sporting Ladies FC

Carol on 07511 926967, explain your circumstances and she will then arrange delivery. There have been many inaccurate stories circulating in Hornsea regarding the Food Bank. The Welcome Centre Foodbank is a satellite of the East Yorkshire Foodbank, which started in Hornsea some years ago. This independent charity now operates from Beverley and is supported by the Trussell Trust. When people leave food donations

at supermarkets such as Tesco, the food is collected and taken to the Beverley site where dates are checked and boxes of food of various sizes (1 person, 2 persons, 3 to 4 persons and 5+ persons) are made up in such a way to provide a

balanced diet. These are then distributed to those in need. The Welcome Centre Foodbank has distributed over 7,000kg of food this year in Hornsea and surrounding villages. This cannot be done without your support.

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minimum spend. Owner Jane Berriman commented: “We have new products every single day, there’s always something new to see and you can always find the perfect card and gift for every occasion as well as beautiful art for you home.” Their products fall into six broad categories; art, cards and stationery, gifts, homeware and furniture, jewellery and accessories, and photography. With the beautiful backdrop of Beverley Minster the store boasts a full length gallery wall as well as a range of landscape and street photography. Jewellery cabinets display a wide

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The new roll of the physical store By Emma-Jayne Saunt RETAILERS transition to post-COVID business in the Market Place, the new normal of digital-meets-physical is set to evolve the shopping experience — all while the country is on the cusp of kicking off a summer like no other. This season is a huge opportunity for retailers and hospitality to capitalise on the return to socialisation and office work, making up for lost time and the

havoc wreaked on retail operations last year. Has brick and mortar retail changed forever? Yes. Is brick and mortar retail finished? Not by a longshot. Rather, the role of the physical store is changing. There are new opportunities for brands and retailers with physical spaces, inspired by digital commerce. On the

flip side, some of the enhancements made to digital shopping over the past year - virtual styling and appointments, live help, events, and more - bridge the physical/digital divide and likely are here to stay. Other hot topics for consideration this summer? Customer engagement across channels, resales role in reaching new generations, the future of fashion

and the enjoyment of eating out, social integration steadily returns. Digital shopping has transformed bricks and mortar. There’s a new expectation that a brand's service and stores have appropriate consistency with its digital experience, from pricing and associate knowledge, to product experiences. The physical experience can’t become lesser in

any of these ways with massive consumer enthusiasm to return to in-store shopping. There’s a newfound not only on a par with digital but better, to support our high street. The novelty to shop in-person must be delivered on an instore experience to support our local businesses. Our doors are open to welcome new business in Hornsea this summer season.

WITHERNWICK COMMUNITY WIND FARM FUND AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS THE WITHERNWICK Community Wind Farm fund has a substantial pot of funding available for local residents to apply for home security assessments, including outbuildings, for the supply and installation of equipment for residents living in the parish of Withernwick. The aim of the project is to continually reduce burglaries in dwellings and nondwellings, reduce the risk of re-offending and reduce residents’ fear of crime. Home security assessments and the supply and installation of home security equipment to dwellings and outbuildings have been some of the measures carried out previously. Referrals will be made to the supplier by Humberside Police, Withernwick Parish Council or the Neighbourhood Watch Group Co-ordinator in Withernwick. Residents should declare their interest in the funding by contacting one of the below email addresses for consideration: Humberside Police, the local neighbourhood officer PCSO, Darren Bainton (darren.bainton@humberside.pnn.police.uk ) Withernwick Parish Council, clerk to the

parish council, Mr Bryan McMahon (clerk@withernwickparishcouncil.org.uk) There is also a neighbourhood watch group at St. Albans Close and residents there can apply through the NHW co-ordinator, Suzanne Marshall. The following services will be available: • Shed Alarms; • Security Lighting; • Snap Locks (Windows); • Window Alarms; • Door Chains; • Door Viewers; • Door Alarms; • Door Chimes (intercom); • Door Locks; • Birmingham Bars; • London Bars; Councillor Kerri Harold, portfolio holder for public health and tackling inequalities at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, commented: “Taking security measures to protect our homes from the risk of burglary is extremely important so it is fantastic to see residents in Withernwick can apply for this funding from the Withernwick Community Wind Farm fund. Additional security helps to reduce the fears of crime within our communities so I would

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within 20 working days, or at a later time if agreed with the beneficiary. The home security assessment will be conducted by an officer suitably trained to do so. The Withernwick Community Wind Farm fund receives an annual donation from the wind farm owner, Energiekontor.

A Thousand Ships are coming to Hornsea THE latest collective artwork ‘A Thousand Ships’ featuring a fleet of origami ships folded by people who live and work on our coast is touring to towns along the Yorkshire Coast in July and September as part of ‘The Odyssey’ The inspiration behind the community-based art project comes from the famous quote by Christopher Marlowe; 'Helen of Troy the face that launched a thousand ships' which saw Helen's tragic love affair with Paris of Troy set in motion the conflict that caused the Trojan wars. The project, which is coming to various venues on the Yorkshire Coast this summer, will represent the fleet of a thousand ships that sailed to reclaim her, a powerful scene that will be brought to life in current day

by a collective artwork featuring colourful paper ships, folded by members of the public. The collaborative project, has so far seen over 150 families and individuals from up and down the Yorkshire Coast get involved with more expected between now and the launch. The exhibition will be touring the Yorkshire coast and will be at Hornsea Floral Hall on Wednesday, July 21 from 12 noon to 4.30pm. The paper ships are all made on specially printed origami paper created by artists based on the Yorkshire Coast. Each image is inspired by the coast and can be folded in different ways to produce a range of completed ship designs.

DESIGN: One of the artist designed images used for the boats – called ‘Preservation' this one is designed by Stacie Hicks from Hornsea

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GOLF CHALLENGE RAISES OVER £1000 FOR PROSTATE CANCER UK FOUR local golfers have completed a marathon golf challenge to raise funds for a charity close to their hearts. Darren Reeve, Barry Thompson, George Hanson and Johnny Hanson teed off at 5am on June 21 to get in four rounds of golf in a day. The 72 holes were completed in 14 hours and raised over £1000 for Prostate Cancer UK.

All of the team have a personal connection with someone who has either had, has, or sadly passed away from this disease. The charity promoted a big golf challenge day so they took the opportunity! They had the support of their family and friends throughout the day cheering them on and being caddy’s.

They set a target of raising £500 but had already nearly reached it before the day itself more than doubling it by the end of the day. WELL DONE: Darren Reeve, Barry Thompson, George Hanson and Johnny Hanson who raised over £1000 for Prostate Cancer UK with their golf challenge

but as ours is set in tarmac I had the mad idea to crochet some flowers and it’s just gone from there! As long as it makes people smile as they walk past, then that makes me happy! one when it was due to so I made this in memory of The community spirit in this come through the town. my mum who loved Hornsea town is amazing with so many amazing people - it’s Talking about the inspiration too.” for her latest design Karen Karen was initially inspired one of the many reasons we commented: “My mum sadly to start decorating the street moved here three years ago.” passed away in March from sign close to her home in oesophageal cancer. Her the town by Hornsea Urban CROCHET: The latest (and my) favourite flower is a Gardeners (HUG). She crochet design Karen sunflower. She used to love explained: “I love all the Pemberton has created seeing the displays I made underplanted street signs

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Hornsea sisters open new fashion boutique HORNSEA sisters Suzanne and Tracy (pictured below) have been running their fashion boutique online. When the opportunity became available to have their own retail store in Hornsea they knew there was a gap in the market for a modern fashion house with affordable prices. While researching store design they opted to go for a Mediterranean concept with fashion ranges on display. The store opened on June 10 and so far they have been busy with good feedback from customers. As well as stocking a wide range of clothes in most sizes to suit all ages they also stock a range of footwear and accessories. Footwear ranges from trainers to sandals, slippers and boots which complement their clothing ranges from occasion wear to loungewear. Until the end of July they are offering customers 10% off their first purchases with a copy of this advert and feature.

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Team of volunteers get Hornsea Museum ready to reopen but more helpers still needed A TEAM of Hornsea Museum volunteers are busy preparing for the Museum to reopen on July 5. The museum hasn’t opened in the 16 months since the pandemic hit and although maintenance teams have been going in for part of that time there is lots of cleaning and tidying needed before they are ready for the season ahead. The museum is an independent charity and houses nineteen display areas within six buildings as well as over 2000 pieces of Hornsea Pottery, a model railway and model fishing boats depicting the town’s history. They rely on visitors through the doors to fund museum maintenance and development. They are appealing for front of house volunteers for one or multiple half day shifts a week to ensure they are able to go ahead with their usual opening hours. These run from either 10am to 1pm or 1pm to 5pm and involve meeting and greeting visitors and being the first friendly face they see at the museum. Without more volunteers the museum will need to restrict it’s opening times this summer which will have a knock on effect on the income of the museum in what is a crucial year for them. Tony Dickinson, head of the Museum maintenance team, has been kept busy in lockdown building a new air raid shelter for the museum garden. Other additions include the former Alexandra pub sign being hung above the model railway. This has been refurbished by Steve Thompson after being donated to the museum following the demolition of the former hotel and pub. Local cobble boat maker Joe Gelsthorpe also donated an oar from a cobble boat which has also been hung in the railway building. To find out more about volunteering at the museum call 01964 533443, e-mail: hornseamuseum.info@gmail.com or call into the museum when it opens on July 5.

1 1. REPAIRS: Volunteer John repairs the roof of one of the barns prior to the reopening 2. GARDENS: A garden planter picture being created with succulents by volunteer Tamar Simpson 3. SEWING: Ken Smith and Christine Parker sewing some black out curtains 4. WINDOW DRESSING: Heather Clare preparing one of the street scene window displays 5. MAINTAINING: Steve Pace from the maintenance team is being kept busy as the museum prepares to reopen 6. NEW: The Alexandra sign hanging above the model railway 7. OAR: A cobble boat oar donated by Joe Gelsthorpe 8. SHELTER: Volunteers Tony Dickinson and Mike Simpson with the new air raid shelter 9. INSIDE: Inside the new air raid shelter that Tony has built 10. REPAIRS: Dave from the maintenance team carrying out repairs to a bench in the gardens 11. CABINET: A new Hornsea Pottery display cabinet purchased thanks to a donation from the Hornsea Pottery Collectors Society

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long as they need to be. John added: “we have very few experiences of people taking advantage.” The group have found that many of the people they have helped have when they are able to, come back and supported the group with donations. The foodbank relies on donations however big or small or items or money to purchase items. Past donations have come from Hornsea School and ALDBROUGH Foodbank has being some of their Language College, recently given a milestone busiest. John commented: Aldbrough Primary School, 1000th food parcel bag out “It started off slowly but by Aldbrough Parish Council in their community. The Christmas 2019 we were and Withernwick Wind Farm doing around nine bags a foodbank run by Aldbrough and the church parishioners week. Over winter 2020 to Churches Together was as well as members of the formed in October 2019. 2021 we were doing around public. John added: “Every 20 bags per The four organisers Kevin Waller, John Phillips, Martin week. This has now dropped off Senior and Karen Huggina bit and is Manners run the foodbank every Friday from 10am to between 12 and 12 noon. 14 a week now and we have just John was involved in the given out bag original Hornsea Foodbank number 1030.” and so when a need was identified John was The ethos of contacted for his help in the group is there is no setting the Aldbrough one up. Originally running from paperwork for the Aldbrough Charity Shop users to complete, only the foodbank relocated to Aldbrough Church as the their first name pandemic hit to allow more is needed. If social distancing. The group they ask for food then it is given have not missed a week and people are since it’s inception with times during the pandemic supported as

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Diary of a Hornsea girl By Rob Andrew JUST to set the scene, my wife Liz loves her Grandchildren Imogen, Isabelle and Alexandra, to whom this long term feature is dedicated. But, and it’s a big but, her guilty secret with little people comes from watching various mishaps on the telly courtesy of 'You've been framed' and other similar types of programmes where the unfortunate small people fall off their bikes, out of trees or walk into glass doors etc! I'm sure you get my drift. It provokes absolute delight and uncontrollable laughter. Let me now get to the point. Alexandra is at the stage we all go through in our early life, testing out new food and sometimes making decisions that will stick with us for life. You can imagine my lovely wife's wicked delight as she witnessed our seven month old

Granddaughter sampling raspberries for the first time. It’s really not difficult to assume that the squidgy soft fruits will NOT be on her favourite list as life moves on for her. Every picture tells a story, so they say! EWWW: Alexandra having her own You’ve Been Framed moment sampling raspberries for the first time

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Welcome Centre Hornsea courses By Alan Tharratt

Welcome Centre CPR and defibrillator training We are re-starting our popular, free courses to train people of Hornsea and district what to do if someone near you suffers a cardiac arrest. Even for those who have done such training in the past, this will be a useful refresher. The course also includes training in the use of a public access defibrillator. You will find this one hour course enjoyable and informative, and is suitable for anyone over 14 years old. We are initially restricting numbers to just five in each session to enable social distancing. All equipment is properly sanitised. The first session is at the Town Hall on Friday, July 2 at 10am. We will be holding regular sessions thereafter, dates to be announced.

Welcome Centre Emergency First Aid at Work Course This one day, regulated course is offered at a low cost to the people of Hornsea and district. It satisfies Health and Safety Executive requirements for workplace first aiders in small businesses and is also aimed at local community organisations who would like trained first aiders for their group, as well as individuals who would like to gain a first aid certificate. We will be holding the first course in July, date to be arranged.

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Hornsea Foundation up and coming events THE Hornsea Foundation have created a caravan to take on the road and provide free entertainment for young people. The caravan will contain play items from outside games to books and crafts. The caravan will be going on tour in Hornsea and the surrounding villages shortly. The Foundation are open to anyone asking for the caravan to be brought to their village or area of the town; they just need a green or playing field with permission for use. Children can play with all the toys free of charge but must be supervised by an adult. You will not be able to miss the caravan after artist Neil Deanes was commissioned to spray paint

a mural on it. Neil was approached following the murals he has created for The Rose and Crown in Hornsea. The foundation gave Neil a rough idea of what they were thinking but he was then given a free creative rein. The caravan was donated by Maple Storage and Hornsea and District Lions have given a donation to the play equipment. Any donations of games, craft items or paper would be appreciated by the Hornsea Foundation who can be contacted through their Facebook page. Hornsea Foundation have also held their first quiz night at The Victoria in Hornsea Market Place on June 15. The quiz night raised money for the Hornsea Sporting Girls Under 14s team. The quiz

will take place weekly at The Victoria from 7.30pm and supports a different charity each week. The classic car show in conjunction with Hornsea Museum is planned to take place on Sunday, July 11 from 10am to 4pm at Longbeach Leisure in Hornsea. Hornsea Biker Event organised by The Hornsea Foundation is also due to take place on Sunday, August 15 from 9am in Hall Garth Park. CARAVAN: The Hornsea Foundation caravan is now ready to hit the road thanks to artwork by Neil Deanes (pictured with Foundation Chairman Sid Tracey)

If you are interested in either the free CPR/defibrillator training, or the Emergency First Aid at Work course, contact Alan: 07412 422215 or alantharratt@hotmail.co.uk

Hornsea Carnival’s Future Under Threat By Hornsea Carnival Committee Chairman Allan Iles HORNSEA Carnival Committee is in desperate need of volunteers if the Carnival is to continue in its current form. Like many of you living through the last 18 months of a pandemic has refocused a lot of our committee members priorities in life. Many of us have given years’ worth of service to putting on the yearly event but have now decided to move on to focus on other projects and personal commitments. This of course leaves huge gaps to be filled in the committee and we will be looking for willing and able volunteers to fill the roles of Chairman,

Vice Chairman, Treasurer, Parade Coordinator, Logistic Management, Music Coordinator and General & Community Traders Liaison. Many of these roles involve a lot of planning and communication with outside sources throughout the year to put on the three day event. However the sense of achievement and community spirit is worth every hour put in. The carnival is in a strong position financially thanks to the quick action of the committee in postponing the 2020 event as to not incur too many refunds. Many of our traders and acts are ready to return in 2022

having kindly rolled their bookings over for two years. All information will be passed to new members wishing to take on the roles and a full hand over given. Personally I would like to thank the committee for all their hard work over the last few years I have had the pleasure of being Chairman. The current committee re energised the event and brought it to a newer and bigger audience. A lot of work was done behind the scenes to digitise accounts, upgrade websites and expand social media presence as well as rebranding and bringing the

event up to date. Our AGM will be held in September when myself and many other members will step down from the committee, I would like to wish remaining and new members every success for future carnivals. I very much hope that many of you reading this will consider offering your time and skills to take this great event forward into the future. Should you wish to get involved or want to know more please contact our secretary via email hornseacarnival@gmail.com or message us through our official Hornsea Carnival Facebook page.

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Website: www.floralhall.org.uk THE LAUGHING GULL COMEDY CLUB IS POSTPONED The Laughing Gull Comedy Club show scheduled for Friday 25th June sold out quickly in advance but has now had to be postponed due to unforeseen extended Covid restrictions. Tickets for the cancelled show are now transferred to the next

show which is Friday 30th July and will feature Nina Gilligan, Stephen Cookson and Fran Garrity. Just bring your tickets along on the night.

the new date, so refunds are now available daily from 9am until 4pm in Floral Hall Cafe.

More shows are scheduled on the last Friday in each month, with Andy White headlining on Inevitably there will be some Friday 27th August, and Phil customers who have bought tickets but are unable to attend Walker headlining on Friday

Events for your diary

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Line Dancing Classes are each Thursday from 2pm-4pm and cost £5 Covid-19 guidelines will be in place.

A place must be pre-booked as class numbers are restricted. For further details, or to book a place please ring Denise on 07880 686848

Table top sale June 27th and July 25th To book a table please contact Liz between 10am and 6pm on Monday-Friday on 07751980663. Table hire is £10 per table. There is a special offer for June 27th only- 2 tables for £15

Craft Fairs June 19th and July 17th For information about hiring tables, please contact the organiser on 07946352793

Antique and Collectors Fair June 20th and July 18th For information about hiring tables, please contact the organiser on 07946352793

24th September. We are looking forward to seeing you all again soon, For the latest news of ticket availability please check @laughinggullcomedyclub or ring 01964 532322

Please bring us your books! Thank you to everyone who has donated books. If you have any fiction for adults or autobiographies/biogra phies that you would like to donate, we will be very grateful. There is a green container by the book shop for donations. Please don`t bring any other categories of books as we have to dispose of them. All planned events can be found on the Floral Hall Facebook page. For any query about Floral Hall, please ring 01964 532322

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Hornsea Men in Sheds picking up From vaccine transport to day trips pace again after the pandemic HORNSEA Men in Sheds have been busy now the restrictions have eased. The polytunnel is almost finished with plants now in. We are welcoming new members that are enjoying the space to do their own projects and have a chat and brew after a long time in lockdown. Those that don’t have a project of their own can enjoy the company of other members while learning new skills and interests. A new member is currently learning woodturning on the lathe. There have been requests for us to renovate furniture and that is keeping us busy! We have also started the ‘Crafty Shedders’ group in another part of the building when the shed would be closed. This has proved to be very popular with members having a mix of interests from art work, crafts, sewing, screen printing, and card making. They are all sharing their skills and helping each other. There has also been interest in starting a model railway display. The Garage Sale organised by Hornsea WI was very popular and we were able to take part with bargains to be had by all. Sales included furniture, garden tools and our planters which continue to be popular. We are planning an open day in July so keep a lookout for more details on our Facebook group or call into the shed nearer the time. The Shed is a great opportunity for anyone including those who don’t

have the space for their own tools at home. You can come down to the shed and have a tinker in a large workshop. Particularly after the lockdowns we encourage anyone wanting to help improve their mental health to come down and find out more. We have a chill out lounge and make a good cuppa! The Shed is on Cliff Road just past the old bus station.

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BACK IN February we first wrote about HART's vaccine transport when appointments began being made for Hornsea residents to receive their Covid jabs at the Alfred Bean Hospital in Driffield, which for anyone without a car was proving difficult. Fortunately HART was able to help (despite no prior warning from the NHS), thanks to two current MEDiBUS volunteers offering to drive extra journeys, including for Saturday appointments, and two new volunteers who also came forward to help with any vaccine appointment transport. In addition, Hornsea Crisis support helped offset the costs with cheques for £200 and £250. Since then, 192 people have been taken either to appointments in Driffield, or from local villages to Hornsea or Leven surgeries (including those from Hornsea with mobility issues). In addition those going to Castle Hill Hospital or Hull City Centre have been able to use MEDiBUS. As it was announced recently that the local vaccination programme is coming to an end, this seems like a good time to reflect on HART's contribution and to hear the comments of passengers: “Excellent service, brilliant idea that took away the stress of getting to the vaccine and it was a quick and efficient service, which was great as I am a carer so needed to be out the least amount of time. Brilliant drivers – can't fault the service” “Absolutely perfect service. Allocated a seat on the bus, told what would happen at the hospital and where to find the bus after the jab. Very clean bus and good value for money.” “Can't praise the service enough from pick up to drop off, made to feel at ease, drivers excellent, efficient service and the process efficient at the hospital.” “Thank you for putting on this service. Living in Aldbrough without a car I had no idea how I was going to attend my vaccine appointment. I have been shielding and was worried about leaving my home. Your driver was lovely and put me at ease and really looked after me. Eastgate surgery

were wonderful – it all ran like clockwork”. HART manager Caroline Wegrzyn adds: “We would like to thank the Hornsea Crisis Group and all those who donated towards the funding of these journeys. We had some new volunteers come forward to help with the driving and they did a sterling job. There was a joyous atmosphere on the bus as people had something positive to look forward to after the lockdowns. All this enabled us to play a part in this vital vaccine rollout and we are very proud to have contributed to what has been an excellent service by our local doctors' surgeries.” Councillor Jane Evison, Chair of HART's Trustees commented: “I am delighted HART has been able to help people attend appointments and get those important vaccinations. This has been such a difficult time for so many people and I am pleased that our service has offered support and that important transport to passengers” Now that so many regular passengers have had their jabs and lockdown restrictions are being lifted, HART is able to restart its programme of day trips for the summer. If you think you may be interested and have not been on one before, please phone 01964 536684 and ask for a membership form. Places are filling fast and already trips to Langlands Garden Centre, Malton, and the Robert Fuller Gallery are full. But there is availability, at the time of writing, for the following: Tuesday 29th June: Hornsea Garden Centre, £5 Thursday 29th July: Dunelm and The Range, Hull, £5 (These stores sell bedding, cushions, rugs, mirrors, garden supplies and crafting materials) Monday 9th August: York City Centre £10 (Explore York with its shops and museums) Friday 20th August: Monks Cross Shopping Centre, York, £10 (Many of your favourite high street fashion, household and outdoor names – with plenty of eateries) All trips include pick-up from home. HART is also open to suggestions of other destinations for

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September onwards. Meanwhile, the following continue: Shopper services to Beverley (twice a week) and Driffield (fortnightly) – for anyone who might struggle to get there any other way. The return fare is £5, and to book a place call the HART office on 01964 536684 The 220 public bus service between Hornsea and Bilton Church (connecting with the 277 to/from Hull), one journey in each direction Monday-Friday (not bank holidays). The single fare is £1 and the service is bookable only, by calling 01964 536684 at least 24 hours in advance. MEDiBUS to hospital and other medical appointments, for those without access to a car and who cannot use public transport for any reason. The return fare is £5 for bus pass holders and £10 for those without. It serves appointments between 9am and 3.30 pm Monday-Thursday and 9am-1130 am on a Friday, and this time the booking number is 03456 445959. Finally, please remember that on all services you need to wear a face covering, sanitise hands regularly, and socially distance while on the vehicle. And do not try to travel if you have Covid symptoms or feel generally unwell. VOLUNTEER: Steve was one of the new HART volunteers who came forward while being furloughed from his regular job

WITH the lifting of restrictions, The Chill and Chat Café has re-opened in the Hornsea Parish Hall. The cafe provides a safe place to chat or chill where you can have a cup of tea or coffee in peace and quiet. Volunteers are there to sort a drink for you or to chat if you wish. There are also rubix cubes to play with, a game of chess or draughts or you can just bring your newspaper and have a read. All government guidelines have been adhered to and all rules complied with. The café has a food standards rating of 5. We have a Volunteer on the door to greet you, who, sad to say, has trouble with his thermometer!! This seems to cause a great deal of laughter before people come through into the café. The tables are numbered and a card with green (chat) one side and red (chill) another are on the tables. Have you been hit hard by the lockdown, are you maybe feeling low, just want to get out and find somewhere safe to go. It may be that you want to chat to someone or just be amongst people without the necessity to talk. Or you may just need a break. You could come along and share your experiences with others, find out what is going on. The Café provides a safe, comfortable place for people who may be lonely, or were isolated during the pandemic to chill or chat or to engage in social interaction to help improve their well being and mental health. It tries to provide information and support to signpost people to services or groups which they may find helpful and to engage and consult with people about activities which may promote their health and well being in a new "normal" environment. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join us on a Tuesday morning between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Parish Hall. We cannot guarantee that the Volunteer on the door will have found how to manage his thermometer when you come but all advice is welcome!

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ROB'S RAMBLINGS By Rob Andrew MY PAL of almost 50 years, Dave Rhodes threw his 67th birthday bash at home last weekend. As happened in the past things started getting silly with various foodstuffs becoming play things, quite often over the years undertaking various challenges with flying trout, butter missiles, to mention just a couple. Well this time the proceedings took on an unexpected twist, with 'cheese slices'.

If you can remember not too long ago the toy that was popular was a silicone/slime material that kids or adults, flung at the window, shaped into spiders/snakes/soldiers that would gradually descend down the glass as if they were alive. We decided to see if it would work with cheap cheese slices as the experiment. Lo and behold it was almost a success, I say almost as, yes, it did stick to the window pane and indeed brickwork, but sadly was far too sticky to make its way down. It ended up looking like something an overfed seagull may have deposited. Please also note that the same experiment didn't work with the brand leader Dairylea, quality counts! Sadly our well thought out gift for the birthday boy was, on this occasion not nearly as successful as we'd hoped. Dave has a fondness for fireworks, so we bought him (at great expense!) a build your own rocket kit. He opened it while great excitement abounded. The first let down was the lack of even a tame explosive substance. We had to mix vinegar and baking powder to assemble the desired propellant. Neither of these were supplied in the kit. Luckily we had some vinegar but had to scrounge the other ingredient from Andrea our editor from across the road. We then followed all instructions, whilst people hid behind doors only to find that once the fuel had been placed in the required compartment it merely frothed over like a pan of overheated milk, leaving a disappointed OAP at his own bash!! Next time we'll stick to real live actual

fireworks or a tank of helium to make our voices go funny, Here's to Dave 70th and thanks to Andrea. Do we all sense a feeling of anticipation in the air as stuff that has been severely limited over the last 15 months or so, has began to once again start popping their heads above the surface? Roger, who many of you will know, plays in local bands and is involved with helping in various functions in the area. He managed last week to go to his first gig in 2021, at the Adelphi in Hull. Granted only 30 people were allowed in, but hey it’s a start. Then we see Lucien’s is hosting a band 'Revamp' on Saturday 26. Excitement abounds, 'Live music' Whey hey! Not only that but Liz and I have bagged two tickets to see master showman Derren Brown at Hull New Theatre in September. Let’s just keep our fingers crossed for the return to normality we've been craving, with Hornsea Bike Event in August and hopefully the twice postponed Carnival returning to our lives in 2022, what a weekend that will prove to be.

HORNSEA BAND CONCERTS ANNOUNCED FOR THE SUMMER SEASON HORNSEA Town Council have announced their program of band concerts for summer 2021. This year some of the concerts have been sponsored by the Hornsea Lions. The program may be subject to change/cancellation pending government announcements on covid restrictions All concerts will take place in the Memorial Gardens in Hornsea and will commence at 2pm. In the event of bad weather the concert will be relocated to the United Reformed Church. 27th June 2021 – Driffield Silver Band 11th July 2021 – The Larks Swing Duo 15th August 2021 – Tuba Dudes 5th September 2021 – Beverley Brass Band

BIRTHDAY BOY: Dave Rhodes building his birthday rocket!

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Wide range of cycles to buy and hire at Switchback Cycles SWITCHBACK Cycles opened at Hornsea Freeport in 2018 and despite the difficult pandemic year the increased popularity of cycling has ensured the business has stayed busy. The company is owned by brothers Dave, Anthony, and Jay. The trio have seen not only an increase in new cycle purchases but also an increase in people wanting to get back on cycles they already own and bringing them in for service and repair. Their workshop offers a free bike check which includes checking the chain, tyres, brakes and frame for damage and wear. They offer everything from puncture repairs and brake services to tubeless conversions. This is alongside their gold, silver and bronze service packages. New cycle stock is arriving all the time and includes road, hybrid and mountain bikes for adults and children and even children’s balance bikes. They also stock a range of cycle clothing, helmets, tools and accessories.

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Having started in a small shed at the Hornsea Freeport they have now expanded into their own large unit to allow the display of cycles for sale alongside the workshop and popular cycle service. They have a range of adult bikes available for hire. You can cycle down the traffic free Trans Pennine Trail with only a few road crossings or

along the country lanes of Holderness. Cycles can be hired for two hours or per day and photo ID is required as well as payment by card to secure the hire. All cycle hire comes with a cycle helmet for use with the cycle as well as a spare inner tube, puncture repair kit and tyre levers and pump just in case of any breakdowns.

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Plastic Free Hornsea Group and friends update by Beachcomber THE WARM weather has at last graced us with its presence, and the visitors are flocking to our beautiful coastline. The Plastic Free Hornsea Eco Hub beach hut, sponsored by Longbeach Leisure Park and The Barn Restaurant, has been busy on Sundays with people wanting to go litter picking. Outside of hours we regularly host other groups wishing to use the hut as a base and using our equipment by prior arrangement. The stars this month were undoubtedly the group from Aldbrough Primary School. To describe the day they visited as wet would be an understatement! What a sturdy lot they were. Clad in their waterproofs and with stiff upper lips well primed, off they ran onto a wet and windy beach and in no time at all had gathered in almost 20 kg (44 lbs) of rubbish! They said their goodbyes and departed to have their packed lunches at the Hornsea Inshore Rescue building where they could dry out. The success of the (empty) tablet blister pack collection goes from strength to strength, thanks to the fantastic support from the community. These foil and plastic strips cannot be recycled by normal means and so usually end up in landfill which is a huge waste of materials. We take them to Superdrug who send them to Terracycle for processing. We are delivering a large bag every two weeks just from the Sunday openings of our Eco Hub! We do not make a special journey for this, the collection goes with whoever is travelling anyway.

Tel: 07791 208415 One of our group members took time out from regular duties and went out for a three-hour paddle up and down a section of the River Hull in a kayak. Never without a litter picker, they found the river to be unusually clear of rubbish, but nevertheless managed to safely remove 2.4 kg (over 5 lbs) from the water. This included a huge ‘Happy Birthday’ balloon with its long streamer that was trapped in the reeds where water fowl nest and breed. It was gently extricated, preventing a potential entanglement issue for the birds. Litter pickers (grabbers) are available at the Eco Hub to purchase in a range of sizes at cost price, plus a small donation to Coastwatch, courtesy of our friends CLiPS - Community and Litter Picking Services. A donor from the community provided the funds for this not-for-profit venture to promote litter picking as a healthy and useful activity. Psst….. they make great presents! If you are interested in joining our group or would like to know more about what we do, drop in at the Eco Hub beach hut on any Sunday 10am – 2pm and chat to the volunteer on duty.

CLIPS - COMMUNITY AND LITTER PICKING SERVICES We have been liaising with Hornsea School and Language College following the spate of vandalism in the Viaduct/Tranmere Park area. We are happy to report that everything seems calmer now. In addition, we have received generous funding from within the community for cameras. The reflective adhesive tape that ERYC attached to the handrails in that area however, has been removed, not once, but twice. This was applied to assist Trail users who have a sight impairment, and to pick it off for amusement simply endangers vulnerable people. For us, it has just been a month of routine work and maintenance of

Hornsea Bubble Buddies raise over £600 for Yorkshire Cancer Research

the areas we manage, plus some long litter picks to stretch the legs. Here follows some of what we have done. The growth on the Hornsea Rail Trail has been exponential since the heavy rain and then the sudden, if rather late, rise in temperature. Strimming and clipping is done almost daily to keep the paths open and safe for your walking/cycling comfort. Last month we gave part of the Market Place a pick-me-up to help Quick & Clarke after the damage to their window. They were hosting an event for World Bee Day in conjunction with Brandesburton Primary school, so we were happy to help. In addition, we have underswept the two benches at the Cliff Road entrance to Hall Garth Park, smartening up the general area. Aarondale Corner at Eastgate crossroads has also had a clean, although, like everywhere else, it bears the scars of the recent KCom installations. We hope these pavement scars will fade in time. Miss Molicia’s memorial bench at Eastgate crossroads was overdue for some TLC and we hope she would have been pleased with the result. She was much loved by generations of young girls in Hornsea and is one of our truly deserving legends. Litter picking this month has taken us to Seaton village, and the main road from Seaton on both sides between the village and the Bosch garage on both sides. We have done Atwick to Low Skirlington on both sides, and a large part of Hornsea as part of a programme of evening walks, going up to the Bowling Club on Atwick Road in one direction and Freeport in the other. The miles are all adding up! The daily tour of the Tesco site is more of a social activity now as it is so tidy. Following the hard work by the maintenance team, the wetland is looking beautiful with its clipped bushes and bright yellow flag irises in full bloom. The population of water fowl with their cute, fluffy offspring and the egrets all delight the visitors to this lovely car park.

A GROUP of four sporty Hornsea ladies joined together in May to raise money for Yorkshire Cancer Research. Jo Gadie, Tracy Calvert, Justine Lowe and Mary Parker are all members of Hornsea Harriers running club and the Hornsea Peloton cycling club. Their challenge team ‘Hornsea Bubble Buddies’ totted up 1,186 miles running and cycling in the month of May. They said: “We all had our own personal reasons for doing this challenge and because we did it together it made it much more worthwhile, giving each other the support we needed along the way. We would like to thank everyone who supported us throughout the month of May.” The challenge surpassed their goal of raising £500 with £668 raised for Yorkshire Cancer Research. BUBBLE BUDDIES: Jo Gadie, Tracy Calvert, Justine Lowe and Mary Parker raising funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research

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1. ALDBROUGH PRIMARY: Aldbrough Primary school pupils braving the weather to clean the beach 2. LITTER PADDLE: Some rubbish removed from the River Hull by PFH 3. ATWICK: Atwick village centre captured on a Atwick to Low Skirlington litter pick 4. TIDY: Part of the Hornsea Rail Trail after some work

5. COLLECTED: A worthwhile expedition around Seaton village 6. TIDY: Miss Molicia’s memorial bench after a tidy up 7. SWEPT: The Cliff Road entrance to Hall Garth Park after a severe sweeping 8. RECYCLING: A bag of used (empty) tablet blister strips being taken for specialist recycling

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Hornsea Beavers HORNSEA Beavers are part of the Beverley and Hornsea District Scout Club. This includes Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. The groups are open to all sexes. The Beavers are for children between six and eight and they meet on a Monday evening at the scout hut on Trinity Road, Hornsea from 5pm to 6pm. Approximately 20 attend each week under the guidance of Nathalie North, Maddie Rumble and Tracey Varley. The Beavers meet to build

up friendships and work towards qualification for badges and take part in activities including swimming, learning camp craft and cooking outdoors. Qualified experts come in to assist in some of the activities and all follow latest health and safety guidelines. Currently the Beavers have a maximum number allowed with a waiting list for when more mixing is permitted. They also need more volunteers to assist with various activities.

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Past fundraising activities have included bag packing at Tesco, home baked buns sales and table top sales. The Beavers are normally together for two years before moving up to the cubs and have a programme to help them achieve the standards required but most importantly they all have a good time! BEAVERS: Some of the Hornsea Beavers having fun together completing activities

Hornsea First Aid Centre reopens THE HORNSEA volunteer ran First Aid Centre located in Tesco carpark has reopened. The centre which runs from a portacabin in the bottom of the carpark reopened on Monday, June 21. It is currently open Saturday to Tuesday 11am – 2pm and Wednesday to Friday 10am to 4pm. All current restrictions will remain in place and the volunteers will be suited and booted as per Government guidance. They ask anyone attending to please wear a mask and not to attend the First Aid Centre if you have any symptoms of Coronavirus. On arrival visitors are to press the new intercom button on the post before coming up the ramp. They will be

connected to a meet and greeter. The centre also has new flooring thanks to Martin Cox from Yorkshire Flooring in Filey, and a new retractable screen subsidised with thanks by Quick Screen. It has also been painted by volunteers Rosie and Andy Bullard and Glynis Houps. A new desk has been installed and a new cabinet has been put up in the treatment area. Volunteer Jeremy Southey helped with the lighting too. The centre are still looking for more volunteers, tub collectors and distributers, meet and greeters or first aiders. All training will be given and you can get in touch on e-mail: hornseafirstaidcentre123

@gmail.com or by calling 07565752762. Also if you have a collection tub or would like one please get in touch on the above details too.

REOPEN: Volunteers Trevor and Chris ready to welcome visitors to the first aid centre

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Hello from the u3a I hope that you continue to stay well and enjoy life. Certainly the weather helps to lift our mood and we have had a few glorious days recently. I came across these two proverbs about June: “June be sunny, harvest comes early” and: “June damp and warm does the farmer no harm”. They are a bit contradictory but both imply some sun which was sadly lacking at the beginning of June. I didn’t find a proverb for: June, cold and indifferent”. However, you may live further inland where I believe the sun shines more frequently and the breeze is less chilly. Now, that’s health and weather dealt with (the two British pre-occupations apparently. Surely not!) My thoughts move on to us all meeting again, and when I originally wrote this we were all geared up to re-open at the Floral Hall on July 6th. However, since then you will realise that we can no longer go ahead with these plans as we will not all be able to meet indoors after Boris’s announcement on June 14th on that date. Instead we will concentrate our efforts on a proper meeting on Tuesday 3rd August, which will also act as an open meeting for anyone interested in joining the u3a. Bring a friend! The doors will open at 10 a.m. with a short welcome meeting at 10.30 before an opportunity to chat with friends old and new. Tea or coffee and biscuits will be available for a small fee. We hope as many of you will come as possible as we would like to introduce the Committee to you and also have a brief discussion with the group contacts. All of our members are important to us, and I would like to leave you with these words which I found online: “You might not think that you don’t matter in this world, but because of you: -someone has a favourite mug to drink their tea out of that you bought them. -someone hears a song on the radio, and it reminds them of you -someone has read a book that you recommended to them and has got lost in its pages -someone’s remembered a joke that you told them and smiled to themselves Never think that you don’t have an impact. Your fingerprints can’t be wiped away from the little acts of kindness that you’ve left behind.” Me talking now. Enjoy the sun and let’s hope we can meet again on August 3rd. Best wishes Jane Hardman

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Hornsea Coastguard Team update MAY CALL OUTS

Tel: 07791 208415 Details sent to EOD (Bomb Disposal) who attended and removed the item for safe disposal. May 16 at 4.11pm: Tasked along with Bridlington Coastguard, Hornsea rescue and the National Police Air Service to assist Humberside Police with a search in the Aldbrough area.

May 5 at 6.22pm: Tasked to an incident in the Hornsea area along with Bridlington Coastguard. Incident ultimately brought to a safe conclusion. Humberside Police and Yorkshire Ambulance Service also in attendance.

May 20 at 12.46pm: Tasked to assist police with an incident on the banks of the River Hull. Incident ultimately brought to a safe conclusion before arrival. Hull Coastguard Rescue Team also in attendance.

May 9 at 6.15pm: Tasked to a report of a jet skier in difficulty off Hornsea Beach. Hornsea Inshore Rescue launched to rescue the drifting jet ski as casualties had managed to swim back to shore.

May 23 at 12.23am: Tasked to assist police with an incident in the vicinity of the River Hull. Incident ultimately brought to a successful conclusion before arrival of rescue teams. Hull Coastguard Rescue Team and Humber Rescue also tasked.

May 16 at 12.30am: Tasked along with Hull and Withernsea Coastguard Rescue Teams to assist Police with a search for a missing person in the area of Goole Marina. Person found by coastguards safe and well. May 16 at 11.10am: Tasked to suspected ordnance near Skirlington.

May 26 at 7.29pm: Tasked to an incident in the vicinity of Hornsea promenade. Police and Ambulance were also in attendance. Incident ultimately brought to a successful conclusion. May 30 at 7.09pm: Tasked to a report of a family and a dog cut off by the tide to

NCI Hornsea launches supporter scheme By Andrew Garvey THE COASTWATCH team at NCI Hornsea have developed a new initiative, designed to provide an opportunity for those who value our work, and want to be able to provide that support more easily. Over the last year most charities have experienced a significant fall in income. This is not because people don’t want to support them, but that we have simply had less of an opportunity for any real direct contact with the public. For example, the absence of the many popular local public events that have had to be cancelled or postponed. NCI supporters include local residents, businesses and visitors. Together they provided the bedrock for the station’s annual income. The NCI Hornsea ‘supporter’s scheme’ has been created to offer an easily accessible opportunity for those who want to help with a contribution towards the running costs. The initiative we have developed is based on supporters being able to ‘sponsor’ our station from a distance and by using the internet if they wish. We have designed a scheme that is simple for everyone to use and allows our supporters to make a donation of any size to NCI Hornsea. All you have to do is to select the sum you wish to commit, the frequency (a one off or ongoing contribution) and the length of time you wish to make that contribution. The options are as follows: • You can contribute either £5, £10, £20 or £50. • You can pay a single sum or an ongoing monthly donation. There are a number of ways to join the scheme: • Via a dedicated hotline telephone number 07754 665891. We will complete the form for you over the phone then send it via post for your approval.

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the south of Mappleton. Bridlington Coastguard Coastguard and Hornsea Rescue also tasked. Incident resolved prior to arrival of rescue teams so stood down. For all coastal emergencies dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

WEAVER FISH WARNING Recently there have been reports of people and children being stung by Weaver fish in the Hornsea and wider coastal area. Weaver fish are common along our coastline and other areas in the UK, please follow safety advice and be safe at the coast. Wearing suitable footwear on the beach and in the sea will reduce the risk of being stung. If you are stung by a Weaver fish please follow NHS guidance (online) on treating a Weaver fish sting, call NHS 111 or go to the nearest NHS Urgent Treatment Centre (nearest UTC is Beverley or Bridlington). If you are at a beach with RNLI lifeguards on duty you can seek assistance from them. RNLI Lifeguards will be on duty daily from July to September in Hornsea during the 2021 season.

• Collecting an application form from the station on the promenade, completing and returning to us either by hand or through the post. • Going to the NCI Hornsea website htpps://ncihornsea.org.uk.and and complete the short form and we will send you an application form via e mail. Payment is easy, you can use any of the following methods: • Cash or cheques • By bank transfer or monthly standing order • Using your debit or credit card at the NCI Station • Using PayPal for one off payments on our website htpps://nci-hornsea.org.uk. If you are a tax payer, just tick the box agreeing to allow us to claim back Gift Aid from the government. NCI Hornsea watch station is manned 365 days a year by volunteers who give their time freely. It is funded exclusively from charity donations, collections and grants. Our role is to watch over all those who enjoy our beautiful seaside and coastline, as well as those who work on the sea. Our objective is single minded, so please “Help us to keep your coast safe”. One example way that we do this is by providing information to the public about the tide times, flood warnings and local weather reports. This service has expanded with the launch of our new updated website, which carries all this information and more besides. This has been enhanced by the recent introduction of a new electronic screen at the station that provides this useful safety information 24 hours per day. When you next walk by, take a look. In the meantime, a very big thankyou to all of you who have continued giving through our collection boxes, whether in shops or on the gate at the watch station. As we said earlier, “Help us to keep your coast safe” and join in our supporter scheme.

EXAMPLE: An example screen shot from the new NCI website which provides lots of information including tide times

For any life threatening or severe reactions be obtained seven days a week from the to a sting please dial 999 and ask for an NCI station located on the promenade Ambulance. next to the Marine Hotel. Parents and carers are able to write a contact number on the wristbands so in the event that a child or vulnerable person gets lost on the coast then we have a All year round you can get free childsafe wristbands in Hornsea from our friends at chance of contacting them quickly. Where you see the poster on display, the the National Coastwatch Institution, wristbands will be available. Hornsea. Further locations will be If your child is lost at the coast, please announced shortly. These are provided free of charge and can dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

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Hornsea Inshore Rescue hold their Annual General Meeting HORNSEA Inshore Rescue held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 8 at the charity’s headquarters on the south promenade. Chair Sue Hickson-Marsay opened the meeting by first welcoming everybody, including those who were attending for the first time online via Zoom. After the previous meeting’s minutes had been read and accepted, with no matters arising, Sue then delivered her chairman’s report. Sue highlighted the difficult year it had been due to the covid pandemic making fundraising extremely difficult. However a successful media campaign had resulted in a big boost to the funds with Sue thanking all those who had raised funds for the charity. Many people had made donations and many had done some extraordinary fundraising activities leaving the organisation solvent and able to continue saving lives at sea. Looking to the future Sue listed all the fundraising activities planned which included raising the level of the RYA training courses on offer and also offering courses to young people. School visits and talks will return as soon as the covid rules allow and also the very popular ‘Fish and Ships’ events will return. Sue emphasised how Hornsea Inshore Rescue is an integral part of the local community: “Every time ‘Spirit of Hornsea’ launches it fills me with pride. Not only because I am part of this wonderful community but because of the dedication and devotion each crew member gives as a volunteer. The amount of hours they put into training to ensure they meet the very high standards to become a crew member; we need to remember the crew risk their lives at times, launching in the dark for example and sometimes in horrendous sea conditions. Believe me it certainly gets the adrenaline going. We also must not forget the team of dedicated volunteers that work behind the scenes. “The treasurer, the donation can collectors, the mechanics, the secretary, the repairs and maintenance team, it’s none stop and takes hours and hours of their time. Thank you, it does not go unnoticed.” Sue finished by saying that it was a pleasure and an honour to be part of this dynamic team. The treasurer report was presented including how the charity had navigated its way through such a difficult time. There followed the election of officers with Sue Hickson-Marsay being re-elected to the position of

Chair and Capt. John Pugh being re-elected as Vice Chairman. The existing Trustees were then reelected en group with one of the coxswains also being elected onto the Board. Following the business the annual awards were presented. The Keith and Linda Hodgkins Award for crewman of the year was presented to Coxswain Steve Hall. The Polly Worsdale Award for fundraiser of the year was awarded to Jon Benham. Jon raised over £3,500 by running the 215 miles of the Trans Pennine Trail non-stop! This was the first time this award had been given to a non member of the organisation but it was thought it was very well deserved as it had been one of a number of initiatives that members of the community had taken on to support the Charity. As there was no other business the Chairman said how she looked forward to a dynamic and exciting year, thanked everybody for their contributions and closed the meeting.

1. AWARDED: Steve Hall receiving the Keith and Linda Hodgkins Award for Crewman of the Year from Chairman Sue HicksonMarsay 2. FUNDRAISER: Jon Benham receiving the Polly Worsdale Award for Fundraiser of the Year from Ian Worsdale

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Remembering Graeme Goodlass-Hillhouse A day at the seaside By Kev Naylor Sometimes on a weekend My mum would say to me The day is warm and sunny Let’s spend it by the sea She’d pack us up some butties And a flask of warm sweet tea Grab us each a towel A bucket and spade for me Arriving at the seafront We set up for the day With a big striped windbreak So the breeze was kept at bay Now dressed in my speedo’s I’m ready for a swim Going down to the water I’d run and jump straight in The initial shock was instant With the water, five degrees Screaming out with terror MUM I’M GOING TO FREEZE Quickly I start swimming Doggy paddle so to breathe Like a big old German Shepherd I’d be splashing crazily Well after five long minutes Or was it only three I’d have onset hypothermia And swallowed half the sea Huddled behind the windbreak We’d sit and sip hot tea I loved my mums big butties With sand especially The afternoon spent making A sandcastle of grand design The turning tide would rush in That signalled our home time We’d walk home totally shattered A great day had by all Glowing red with sunburn Into bed I’d fall

Graeme was born in Irvine, Scotland in November 1976. He had visited Yorkshire with his family as a child, little did he know then that it would become his home. Having studied catering and hospitality in 2002 Graeme became an overseas holiday rep working in Turkey, Cyprus, Tenerife and Gran Canaria. During this time, despite never working at the same resorts, Graeme met his future husband Jamie who was hairdressing in Tenerife, through mutual friends. In July 2004 Graeme’s parents Jim and Jean were holidaying in Tenerife and Graeme was working in Gran Canaria and had flown to visit them. This is when Jamie and Graeme first met and stayed in touch, and in the November Graeme was placed in Tenerife for the winter season. The pair moved back to the UK together in 2005, Graeme at the time not realising this was to be the first of many house moves with Jamie. Graeme’s first job back in the UK

was at The Victoria pub in Hornsea Market Place before working for Coop Travel as branch manager in Driffield. In October 2009 Jamie and Graeme had a civil partnership ceremony with Graeme surprising Jamie by arranging to have this converted to a marriage on their tenth anniversary. Following Graeme’s first round of cancer treatment in 2010 Graeme went to work alongside Jamie and became the backbone of the salon holding the team together. Graeme is deeply missed by the team and clients for which he was known for his legendary head massages. Graeme’s cancer diagnosis in 2010 didn’t stop him living his life, always saying he was living with cancer not dying from it. Graeme was his consultant's longest surviving malignant melanoma patient. One thing Graeme would want everyone to learn from his situation is to live life to the max and enjoy every moment. Graeme always referred to his

funeral as his going away party and friends and family dressed colourfully to celebrate his life at St Nicholas Church on May 19. Thanks to Dr Hickey at Eastgate Medical Group for the care he has given throughout Graeme’s cancer journey and to Professor Maraveyas and the team at The Queen’s Centre at Castle Hill. Also to the team at the salon and the customers for the support and understanding at this difficult time.

Martin Lonsdale remembered MARTIN Lonsdale of Grosvenor Road, Hornsea died on June 7, 2021, aged 89, after a short illness. Martin lived most of his life in Hornsea and will be remembered by many as a teacher at Hornsea School, where he was one of the original staff, and as the Adult Education Organising Tutor at the school, responsible for the programme of evening classes in the area until his retirement in 1988. For many years, he was a local magistrate and was closely involved with the Hornsea Rugby Club. Martin was born in Hornsea in October 1931. After primary school in the town, he attended Bridlington School

during and after the Second World War. He did National Service in Hong Kong and the Far East in the early 1950s, before training to be a teacher at St Paul’s College, Cheltenham. There he met his wife, Kathleen, who he married in 1959. They returned to Hornsea, where Martin taught physical education and accounting until 1970, before taking on responsibility for Adult Education and continuing to teach accounting until 1988. As a teenager and young man, Martin played rugby to a high standard, including as captain of Hornsea Rugby Club. He was Yorkshire

schools long jump champion in 1948 and represented Yorkshire at the All England schools’ championships that year, coming sixth in the national competition. Later, he qualified as a football coach. In the mid-1970s, Martin undertook a Batchelor of Education degree at the University of Hull. He was also appointed as a Justice of the Peace, a role which he played for nearly 30 years, and was a magistrate member of the Humberside Police Committee. Martin had many interests. He attended Yorkshire county cricket matches at Scarborough for many seasons with his sons. He also developed a deep love for the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, where he went walking with Kathleen for many years, particularly enjoying Wensleydale and Swaledale. Martin maintained numerous friendships throughout his life, many stretching back to his schooldays. He also frequently undertook voluntary work, often providing his accountancy skills, and was a founding trustee of Hornsea Museum. Martin loved Hornsea and the East Riding. He enjoyed the beach, particularly in the 1970s when he would frequently spend many hours there with his sons during the

school holidays. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, his three sons, Jeremy, Jonathan and Christopher, and by his five grandchildren, Sam, Sophie, Stephen, Rosie and Anna. He will be much missed by all.

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PUZZLES Sudoku There is just one simple rule in Sudoku. Each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9, and so must each 3 x 3 box. Solution in next month’s edition.

Clues for this month’s quick crossword CLUES ACROSS 1. Given medicine (5) 4. Tavern (inf.) (3) 6. Pollute (6) 9. Hertfordshire town (6,6,4) 11. Gad about (9) 12. Old gold Portuguese coin (7) 13. Ask for (7) 14. Daffodil genus (9) 15. Tales of wandering (8) 17. Old civic dignitary (8) 21. Medicated (anag.) (9) 24. Open gallery (7)

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27. Set in motion (5,2) 28. Citrus fruit drink (9) 29. Famous Biblical text (6,2,3,5) 30. Piece of chainmail (6) 31. Noise (3) 32. Destitute (5) CLUES DOWN 1. Titled widow (7) 2. Monologue (9) 3. Hours of light (7) 4. Splendid ceremonial display (9) 5. Male voice (8)

6. Visionary (7) 7. Exact copy (9) 8. Medicinal or cosmetic liquids (7) 10. Period of the year (6) 15. Most ancient (6) 16. Now and then (9) 18. Sea monster (9) 19. On a small scale (9) 20. Lay next to (8) 22. Large country house (7) 23. Tuft of hair (7) 25. Course of treatment (7) 26. Vigilantly (7)

1. The racing classic ‘The Derby’ was run at Epsom on June 5, what was the name of the horse that won it? 2. What is the profession of a person employed as a cooper? 3. In which English county is the coastal town of Weymouth? 4. Which 1969 film starring Dustin Hoffman became the only x-rated film to win the Best Film Oscar? 5. In what year was the first episode of BBC’s Eastenders shown on television? 6. Swear it Again was the first of 14 number one singles for which boy band in 1999? 7. Which British Army Rank is below a Major General but above a Colonel? 8. Who wrote the classic children’s book The Water Babies? 9. The Dinar is the national currency of which country? 10. In which city was the 2021 Eurovision song contest held? Answers to Stuart’s Quiz are over the page on page 30

Solutions to the June edition crossword and sudoku

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Hornsea And District Branch of The Royal British Legion remember Vernon North IT IS WITH great sadness that the Hornsea and District Branch of the Royal British Legion announce the passing on May 22 of friend and colleague Vernon North. Words can hardly express the debt that the branch owes to Vernon who worked tirelessly to ensure its

existence. He was a major force in the re-formation of the Branch ten years ago and was Chairman between 2015 and 2019. He was also heavily involved in the organisation of the Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service held every November in Hornsea. Vernon was also a greatly respected

BUS COMPANY UNVEILS NEW FLEXIBLE TICKETS FOR SUMMER TRAVELLERS HULL-BASED bus company East Yorkshire have launched a new ticket that’s ideal for part time workers or those mixing home and office working. The new Flexi20 tickets, which are available on the East Yorkshire Buses app, give bus users a bundle of 20 day tickets, which they can activate as and when they need them. The tickets, launched just in time for summer, are perfect for those wanting to get out and about over the holidays, and they’re also brilliant for those who work part time or flexibly, as you don’t have to worry if your work schedule changes. The Flexi20 tickets are a new addition to East

SEATON and Sigglesthorne Recreational Hall are hoping to host a free coffee and cake morning to welcome everyone back to the hall. This is Government guidelines and Boris announcement permitting. Keep your eyes open for updates and future events.

officer and official photographer at County level covering North and East Yorkshire. Our heartfelt condolences go to Vernon’s wife Glynis and their family. He will be missed greatly by all at the Branch who had the honour and pleasure of knowing him.

Yorkshire’s range of flexible tickets, which were first introduced last year to help those whose working patterns had been affected by the pandemic. The original Flexi5 tickets have been hugely popular, with thousands of tickets sold since they were introduced in June last year. Ben Gilligan, Area Director of East Yorkshire, said that the new Flexi20 tickets are being added to the range in response to customer demand. He added: “Since we introduced our Flexi5 tickets last year, we’ve had so many people contact us to say how useful they find them, but now people are able to travel more they’re asking us for a bigger range of flexible

tickets. The Flexi20 tickets will give people a chance to buy 20 journeys at a time, at a big discount compared to buying individual day tickets, while not having to worry if their plans change. “The Flexi20 tickets are also great for those who want to make the most of the summer. You can buy one ticket for a whole summer of travel, without having to commit to travelling every day – and with our British summer weather, it’s always good to have some flexibility!” The tickets, which are available for different zones across the region, are available to buy now from the East Yorkshire Buses app, which can be downloaded free from the App Store or Google Play. You can find out more information on the Flexi20 tickets by visiting www.eastyorkshirebuses.co.uk

Seaton & Sigglesthorne Horticultural Show cancelled for 2021 SEATON and Sigglesthorne Horticultural Society have announced they are disappointed there will not be a Horticultural Show this year. They added: “Hopefully it will be third time lucky and we will continue with our show for next year. So, plan ahead with your cultivating, cookery and craft skills to make it the best one yet!”

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Youth Club gets active THE LAST month at Hornsea Youth Club has seen the weather improve and so we have been able to enjoy many of our sessions outside. We are so lucky to have Hall Garth Park right on our doorstep. Our members have enjoyed games of dodgeball, football and sports day races. During our indoor sessions we have started work on our Scarecrows for the Hornsea Scarecrow Trail and look forward to everyone seeing them in July. Members have decorated and consumed cupcakes as well as making use of all the great activities the club has to offer. We have received a generous donation of fancy dress costumes from Judy and Nick which we are truly grateful for. These have already been put to use by our members whilst they perform their regular plays at the end of each session. We would like to remind you all that you still have time to choose us as your Coop membership charity. We will be eligible for your points until November. Full details can be found in store or online at www.coop.co.uk/membership. For more information on Hornsea Youth Club please get in touch with Amanda and Allan via email hornseayouthclub@gmail.com

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1&2: OUTDOORS: Youth Club members enjoying outdoor fun 3&4: CUPCAKES: Members decorating and enjoying cupcakes

Rescue dog inspires series of children’s books for former Hornsea resident A FORMER Hornsea School student has written a new series of children’s books inspired by his rescue dog. Jamie Robinson was born and raised locally and is known in Hornsea as one of the long serving pizza makers at Riviera along with his brother Dave. Jamie currently lives in Hull with his family and Asha the black rescue dog from Croatia. Asha is the inspiration behind his new Hedgedog and Friends series. Jamie earned an arts degree at Northumbria University before going on to write nonfiction books The Alien Enigma and The Myth Of Man under the name JP Robinson. The illustrations for the new children’s book series have been done by Jamie’s brother David Emlyn. The first of the Hedgedog and Friends series tells the original adoption story of the cute doggy pal ‘Hedgedog’. After sneaking out of the back garden to chase a stupid crow, Hedgedog finds herself living on the streets, lost and all alone. With the help of veteran police sniffer dog Snoot, she soon finds herself a home inside a hedge. She can survive for now by watching TV and stuffing her little doggy face but for how long? And will she ever get adopted by a loving family and find the home that she truly deserves? The second book in the series tells

the story of an English springer spaniel called Doogle Boots. Hedgedog and Doogle Boots become new besties. Using the crate of freedom, the pair of pooches spring over the back wall in search of adventure. With Dalmatian Dave and flabby Bazza on the scene, it isn’t too long before adventure finds them. Doogle may be one daft doggins, but is there more to this furry woofer than meets the eye? And will her dream of having little fluffballs of her own ever become a reality?

You can purchase the books now from Amazon and you see more about the books and new ones in the pipeline at www.jamiepaulbooks.com . You can also read about Jamie’s adult nonfiction books at www.jprobinson.com 1. AUTHOR: Jamie Robinson writes the new series of children’s books under the author name Jamie Paul 2. BOOK ONE: The first book in the new series illustrated by David Emlyn

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Let’s Go Hornsea regeneration group looking for volunteers to help take projects forward THE HORNSEA regeneration group – Let’s Go Hornsea have started meeting again following the pandemic. They are looking for new volunteers to help the group help take forward some of the projects they have planned. The group are responsible for the creation of the seawall art project on the south promenade seawall. Some of the artwork installed several years ago has been sent for repair and is gradually being put back up. New artwork is also being printed from the lockdown artwork entries to add to the wall. This will include the winning entry as full size and a montage of the runner up entries all depicting Hornsea inspired by lockdown. The group also organise the community awards which was last held in February 2020 and it is hoped can go ahead again next year. The next meeting is on July 13 at 7pm at Hornsea Town Hall and the group welcome anyone interested in volunteering to be on the committee to come along. Local artist Alex Dyer will also be there showing some art ideas for underneath the viaduct bridge which the group hope to be able to deliver in the coming months. You can also get in touch with Let’s Go Hornsea through their Facebook page.

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Summer solstice celebrated in Hornsea THE SUMMER Solstice was seen in by lots of spectators and swimmers in Hornsea on June 21. The Hornsea Mermaids sea swimming group were joined by The Ice Warriors swimming group and other friends seeing a total of 86 swimmers take to the water for the 4.30am sunrise and £450 raised for Hornsea Inshore Rescue.

1. MASHMALLOWS: Toasting marshmallows over the campfire (Photograph by Julie Shakesby) 2. SUN RISE: The sun rising over the sea in Hornsea (Photograph by Ros Sherratt) 3. CAMP FIRES: Camp fires and the build up to the early morning dip (Photograph by Ros Sherratt)

4. SUPPORT: Hornsea Inshore Rescue offered support for the event (Photograph by Greg Smithson) 5. MERMAIDS: Some of the Hornsea mermaids with group leader Claire Keable centre (Photograph by Greg Smithson) 6. WARM: Keeping warm before the sea swim (Photograph by Greg Smithson) 7. THEMED: Many of the mermaids embraced their mermaid theme for the event (Photograph by Greg Smithson) 8. BEAUTIFUL: Swimmers gathered with the beautiful sun rise backdrop (Photograph by Greg Smithson)

9. FUN: Having fun in the sea at 4.30am on summer solstice day (Photograph by Greg Smithson) 10. STARS: Hornsea Inshore Rescue providing safety cover for the event (Photograph by Greg Smithson)

11. FIRE: Tina Smithson entertaining with fire breathing prior to the swim

12. COLLECTING: Over £450 was raised for Hornsea Inshore Rescue 13. PRE SWIM: Soaking up the atmosphere before the swim

14. BEACH: The view from the Hornsea Inshore Lifeboat (Photograph by Karl Shannon) 15. ICE WARRIORS: Ice Warriors leader Andy Butler (centre) with group members and the Ice Warriors flag

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Please note all events are subject to the Government road map out of lockdown going to plan and so may be cancelled if legislation changes. WEDNESDAY 23RD JUNE Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball starts (see page 34) 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. THURSDAY 24TH JUNE Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 25TH JUNE SATURDAY 26TH JUNE Jenna at Hornsea Ex-Servicemen’s Club SUNDAY 27TH JUNE Driffield Silver Band at Hornsea Memorial Gardens at 2pm - free Table top sale at Hornsea Floral Hall 10am – 2pm (£10 table hire or June special 2 tables for £15) Ryan Willingham at Hornsea Ex-Servicemen’s Club MONDAY 28TH JUNE Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 TUESDAY 29TH JUNE Chill & Chat Café, Hornsea Parish Hall 10.30am – 12.30pm

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Tel: 07791 208415 Hornsea Foundation quiz night at The Victoria, Hornsea from 7.30pm WEDNESDAY 30TH JUNE Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. Hornsea Let’s Sing – new community singing group, Hornsea Parish Hall 1.30pm – 2.30pm THURSDAY 1ST JULY Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 2ND JULY Welcome Centre CPR and defibrillator training at Hornsea Town Hall 10am (See page 16) SATURDAY 3RD JULY Hornsea URC sale 9am – 12 noon (weather dependent – see page 8) SUNDAY 4TH JULY MONDAY 5TH JULY TUESDAY 6TH JULY Chill & Chat Café, Hornsea Parish Hall 10.30am – 12.30pm Hornsea Foundation quiz night at The Victoria Hornsea from 7.30pm WEDNESDAY 7TH JULY Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. Hornsea Let’s Sing – new community singing group, Hornsea Parish Hall 1.30pm – 2.30pm THURSDAY 8TH JULY Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 9TH JULY

SATURDAY 10TH JULY Hornsea URC sale 9am – 12 noon (weather dependent – see page 8) SUNDAY 11TH JULY The Larks Swing Duo at Hornsea Memorial Gardens 2pm - free Classic Car show at Longbeach Leisure Hornsea 10am – 4pm (see page 16) MONDAY 12TH JULY TUESDAY 13TH JULY Chill & Chat Café, Hornsea Parish Hall 10.30am – 12.30pm WEDNESDAY 14TH JULY Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. Hornsea Let’s Sing – new community singing group, Hornsea Parish Hall 1.30pm – 2.30pm THURSDAY 15TH JULY Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 16TH JULY SATURDAY 17TH JULY Craft fair at Hornsea Floral Hall 10am-4pm Free admission Hornsea URC sale 9am – 12 noon (weather dependent – see page 8) SUNDAY 18TH JULY Antique Fair at Hornsea Floral Hall 9am – 4pm 50p MONDAY 19TH JULY TUESDAY 20TH JULY Chill & Chat Café, Hornsea Parish Hall 10.30am – 12.30pm Hornsea Foundation quiz night at The Victoria Hornsea from 7.30pm WEDNESDAY 21ST JULY A Thousand Ships – Hornsea Floral Hall 12 noon – 4.30pm (see page 10) Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East

Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. Hornsea Let’s Sing – new community singing group, Hornsea Parish Hall 1.30pm – 2.30pm THURSDAY 22ND JULY Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 23RD JULY SATURDAY 24TH JULY Hornsea URC sale 9am – 12 noon (weather dependent – see page 8) SUNDAY 25TH JULY MONDAY 26TH JULY TUESDAY 27TH JULY Chill & Chat Café, Hornsea Parish Hall 10.30am – 12.30pm Hornsea Foundation quiz night at The Victoria Hornsea from 7.30pm WEDNESDAY 28TH JULY Walking for Health 11am-12pm, Meet at East Riding Leisure Hornsea. Free to attend and free tea or coffee afterwards. Ladies Walking Netball 11:30am-12:30pm at East Riding Leisure Hornsea, £2.60 per session. Hornsea Let’s Sing – new community singing group, Hornsea Parish Hall 1.30pm – 2.30pm THURSDAY 29TH JULY Keep fit class at Hornsea Floral Hall 9.30am – 10.30am £4.50 Chair aerobics at Hornsea Floral Hall 11am – 12 noon £3.50 Line Dancing at Hornsea Floral Hall 2pm – 4pm £5 FRIDAY 30TH JULY Laughing Gull Comedy Club at Hornsea Floral Hall 7.15pm for an 8pm start £10 incl pie & peas (see page 17) SATURDAY 31ST JULY Hornsea URC sale 9am – 12 noon (weather dependent – see page 8)

Doris Northgraves ‘The Charity Queen of Newbegin’

recipients. She estimates over the years to have donated over £40,000 to charity through her fundraising. Doris is helped by her children who all contribute in any way they can. Prior to his death 10 years ago Doris’ husband of 65 year, DORIS Northgraves will be have seen her raising up to George, was also celebrating her 90th £4,000 a year. supportive. birthday this year but shows Charities who have Aside from the fundraising no sign of slowing down in benefitted over the years stalls Doris is a keen knitter her fundraising efforts. include Hornsea Inshore and knits hats and scarves Doris has lived in Hornsea Rescue, Jacob’s Well, for the homeless and for around 30 years the last RSPCA, Marie Curie, nine of which have been on Hornsea Lions, Dove House, blankets, tea cosies and Newbegin where she carries Starlight, Guide Dogs for the other items which she donates to Jacobs Well. out her charity fundraising. Blind, The Salvation Army, Initially Doris started Help for Heroes, Cancer FUNDRAISING: Doris in running charity sales at Research and many more. front of the tombola at a Hornsea Methodist Church Doris keeps records of her recent fundraising sale raising money for church donation and all the thank funds. But since moving to you letters from grateful Newbegin she has held regular sales, weather dependent, in Newbegin opposite the Co-op on a Saturday morning. These include items for sale such as books, jigsaws and games. She also holds a tombola alongside the sale and puts together many of the prize packs herself. People also drop donations off for future stalls. The proceeds from each sale are donated to both local and national charities which

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Coasting Along IT IS REPORTEDLY a good time to make a career change with the jobs market being described as ‘buoyant’ and employers looking to appoint more staff. Casting a seasoned eye around as to what jobs could be available got me wondering what qualifications are needed to be a ‘Government Advisor’ especially as a job opportunity has suddenly been created at No. 10 Downing Street with a parting of the ways between the Prime Minister and his chief ‘advisor.’ Here is a job offering the exciting prospect of being at the heart of Government decision making and the chance of travel at home and abroad, (although I would not recommend Barnard Castle without prior approval.) A chance to rub shoulders with the world’s elite and to have a voice that the media love to hear. Yes, a job alongside the PM would come with a range of benefits and the opportunity to write an autobiography on retirement that would be sure to be a best seller especially as notes and conversations between Ministers and national leaders could be made almost verbatim and be bound to create future headlines. (Might also come in useful should there ever be an ‘enquiry’ into questionable Government decisions.) I suppose that in addition to

having the right qualifications for the job that you would, as the PM’s advisor, also be expected to offer ‘advice.’ The fact that there is a cabinet of elected Ministers and a small army of civil servants to do the same job of giving ‘advice’ seems to create a crowded market but is also irrelevant. What really matters is the advice that no-one else can give. I do struggle to think of anything unless it is some kind of ‘marriage guidance,’ but no doubt this could be ironed out at the job interview. What credentials are needed then? Well for a start having experience at arranging ‘cover ups’ where embarrassing errors have occurred would be an advantage. There are numerous opportunities to have had this kind of experience, in fact there is scarcely an institution in the country that has not been touched by some serious scandal only for it to be ‘covered up.’ by a policy of years of denials by those in authority. Take for example that institution that is a paragon of virtue famed throughout the world for its probity and accuracy. I am of course referring to the BBC. The latest example of things at the BBC being hidden from public view is the recent exposure of events from many years ago over that infamous interview of the BBC with the ‘late’

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Princess Diana and of how the interview was made possible in the first place. The BBC were informed of false documents being used to ‘ease’ the way in which the interview came about and yet chose to hide the truth and revel in ‘an exclusive’ until the truth could no longer be hidden. Sadly, this institution has had a lot of other examples to emulate. Even our much loved and admired NHS is still enmeshed in the scandal over contaminated blood that was ‘transfused’ into patients years ago but is still a matter of investigation because of the ‘cover ups’ that accompanied it. I cannot help feeling that even the youngest nurse in training if asked’ Do you think it is safe to give transfusions with blood bought from drug addicts and hepatitis sufferers obtained in run down areas of a foreign country without any checks of note as to its uncontaminated properties, is a wise and safe thing to do?” would give the answer ‘It’s fine, carry on.” And yet that is what seemingly has happened and has come armed with a sorry and tragic history of denials and ‘cover up.’ How about that institution that is a landmark of fair and straight dealing, the good ‘Old Post Office’ but what do we find? Years of cover ups and false prosecutions of post masters rather than face up to the

truth that must have been obvious to any casual observer that a newly installed computer system might just be at fault and not all those hundreds of post office holders who had given years of trustworthy service. What do we end up with after years of denial and cover up? Something that has been termed the ‘Biggest miscarriage of justice in the history of the British justice system.’ Looking for more experience in institutional ‘cover ups.’ The list is sadly endless. It encompasses our much-valued Police Service. The Hillsborough disaster being just one example that still rumbles on with its history of attempted cover ups, that worked for a short time but when they inevitably fail then the repercussions are far worse than if the powers that be had been ‘open’ about their mistakes in the first place. The Churches that should have been an example of good practice have instead led the way in this policy of cover ups and denial and ‘paying off’ of complainants. Money in return for their silence so that that the child sexual abuse scandals remained, for a short time, under the carpet, before the sheer volume of them cried out to be exposed. A working knowledge of any of these state institutions could be a

handy tool for any advisor. Having seriously depressed myself I need to look around for something more comforting to report on. Well thankfully I can state that my campaign against 99pence pricing (much loved by all garden centres,) is showing some results in unexpected areas as I noted in a Hull supermarket that the pricing policy is now to end everything with 97 pence! Another piece of good news is that we are to send a couple of rockets to Venus. The rationale behind this is that we have not sent a rocket there for thirty years, so we will now send, not one, but two! Not sure what they expect to find that was not there three decades ago but as long as the powers that be are continuing to hold out the tantalising prospect of finding ‘signs of life’ then this is justification enough. The fact that Venus is so hot that life cannot be sustained seems to be irrelevant. Hornsea has not been as hot as Venus, but we are in something of a heat wave at the time of writing. I find it surprising how many people still remark:” I like it hot, but not this hot!” At least we are not being subjected to public music displays, but I do miss The Carnival.

Women’s walking football coming to Hornsea WOMEN’S Walking Football is coming home to North Holderness. Yes, Hornsea Town Walking Football Club is gearing up to launch a new Women’s Walking Football Team

with the objective of eventually playing friendlies and perhaps even looking to compete in tournaments. The initiative is being led by Dee Meade and Kaz Moore who both

have a wealth of footballing experience to impart. Dee is a former Chelsea Ladies and International player and Kaz has played for a number of clubs in the

UK and abroad. The coaching team will benefit from input by Dave Marshall who has retired to Hornsea and previously ran a women’s football team in Leicestershire. The first session will be a free introduction to the sport to be held on Wednesday, July 21st on the Hornsea School and Language College’s 3G pitch from 8 to 9pm. For more information Dee can be contacted via Hornsea Town Womens Walking Football’s Facebook page. At the club’s recent AGM Chris Smith stood down after four years in the chair and was replaced by Chris Lund. It was encouraging to see a number of members accepting a variety of roles to assist the operation of the club. The experienced Mike Evans continues in his dual role of honorary secretary and treasurer for a further season. The club’s Sunday morning (9.30am) and

Tuesday evening (7pm) sessions continue to attract good numbers of players of both sexes with each session facilitating two sixty minute matches on quarter size pitches with players segregated into two age groups, those below the age of 60 and those aged 60 and over with a number of sprightly gents enjoying the fitness, fun and friendship of Walking Football as they enter their 70’s! For more information call 07887486783. NEW: Welcoming women’s walking football (L to R): Dave Marshall, Kaz Moore and Dee Meade

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National highways and transport survey – a voice for local residents LOCAL people are being asked for their views on East Riding of Yorkshire Council highways and transport services – from the condition of roads and footpaths to the quality of cycling facilities. Their answers will be compared with the views of other members of the public across England and Scotland, thanks to the National Highways and Transport Public Satisfaction survey. East Riding of Yorkshire Council is one of 111 Local Authorities to sign up to a standardised survey that will

ask members of the public exactly the same questions, whether they live in East Riding of Yorkshire, Barnsley or Worcestershire. The survey, which is being run for the fourteenth year, is the largest collaboration between Local Authorities offering the opportunity to compare results, share in best practice and identify further opportunities to work together in the future. The questionnaire will be sent to a minimum random sample of 5,000

of East Riding residents from June 7, followed by a reminder, with local and national results to be published in November 2021. Since the survey is based on a sample, residents that receive a copy are being urged to take part. Residents that receive the questionnaire can complete the survey online if they prefer, a short URL link will be printed on the front of the questionnaire and they will be required to enter a code before completing the questionnaire.

The results will enable ERYC to find out what people in our area think about these important services. It is one of several ways that the Council assesses how it is performing, and it gives the public an opportunity to say which services they think the Council should prioritise, and improve. Cllr Chris Matthews, portfolio holder for environment and climate change at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “There are obvious benefits to conducting a public

THE SEVEN FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENTS WHY ARE THEY SO IMPORTANT? You will find many articles telling stories of our primal movements and how our ancestors used them to lunge when hunting, squat to make a fire or push when they threw a spear but we are better thinking about them as functional movements and patterns vital for our day-to-day life; lunging to pick something off the floor, squatting to sit down or pushing something on to the shelf. Every other movement we do is a variation of the seven functional movements. Nowadays the majority of us spend hours doing jobs and tasks that compromise our ability to perform these vital movements and if we don’t do them enough or correctly, our body will think we have a lower ability to survive – what do I mean by that, simply put, the inability to move correctly encourages muscle wastage, boosts stress causing inflammation and we are more than likely to sustain an injury and endure pain. WHAT ARE THEY? Below are the seven functional movements we should all be capable of doing, a quick explanation of how we might use them at home and the gym, which primary muscles are used, how to self-test and also how we can improve how we do them. * Please take the utmost care when attempting the tests – if you can’t do them, don’t. If you can do them, make sure your form is good! If you need help, seek professional advice on how to perform them properly, how to start at an easier level or find an alternative.

pull-up. If strength isn’t an issue, you may find that this test will show some postural issues when you reach the top; shoulders forward, rounded spine and your head is tucked in. Improve – lay on the floor under a bar with your legs and feet straight out. Grab the bar and pull your chest up. Don’t go to the gym? – get a resistance band, secure it in front of you, grab with both hands and pull towards your chest and then release slowly. PUSH Home – we need to be able to push off the floor to get up, open the door, mow the lawn or to push the hoover around. Gym – performing exercises opposite to the pull such as chest or bench press and push ups. Muscles – deltoids, pectorals, triceps. Test – get into the push up position, lower to the floor and push back up again. If your head juts out, your shoulders round or the lower back sags then this is a sign of weakness in your core muscles. Improve – try holding the low or high plank position to build strength and stability. Try wall and/or knee push ups.

SQUAT Home – this is one of our most foundational & complex movements we perform and we do it every time we sit or stand. Gym – pistol, sumo, goblet, front, monkey, full, half and so on. Muscles – glutes, core, quadriceps and hamstrings. Test – place your feet approximately shoulder width apart with your toes straight forward or slightly out. Lower PULL into the squat making sure your Home - we don’t very often climb many backside goes out, heels stay on the obstacles but having a strong upper floor, and the knees track the toes. Try back gives us that ability but, more importantly, it will allow us to easily hold to get your hips down to your heels and then return to the start position. If you things close to us such as protecting feel restricted on the way down (or up) our child, open a door, move a bit of furniture, rake the lawn or stop our dog then you may have a muscle imbalance in your hips, calves or glutes. pulling on the lead. Improve – try using a stability ball Gym - barbell row or a pull up. behind your back and lean against the Muscles – mid and upper trapezius, wall. Start with a quarter or half squat latissimus dorsi, biceps, forearms, or you could try the exercise over your rotator cuffs and deltoids. chair and tell yourself you’re just sitting Test – find a bar and either place your down not squatting. hands face in or face out, now, try a

LUNGE Home – bending forward to pick something off the floor, putting on our socks and shoes, doing up our shoelaces. We will also rely on the strength from the lunge when it is icy or wet to stop ourselves sliding or slipping. Gym – step ups, Bulgarian split squats (despite the name, it’s a form of lunge), forwards, backwards and side lunges. Muscles – glutes, quadriceps, core and hamstrings. Test – place one foot in front of the other and bend the back knee until it’s just off the floor. Take note if you wobbled on the way down, did a knee go in or out from the body, were you able to keep the chest and head up? – these are all indications that there is a problem with your form which is usually down to a muscle imbalance or weakness. Improve – because we place one foot in front of the other, the body will be in a disadvantaged stance so we need greater balance, stability and flexibility. Try quarter or half lunges first. Use a mirror to see where the problems are happening. HINGE (BEND) Home – when we bend over from the hips to pick up our shopping bags, something up off the floor or out of the boot, making the bed or cleaning the bath. Gym – deadlift, rows and back extensions. Muscles – hamstrings, glutes, obliques and lower back. Test – this can be a tough exercise to master. Place your feet wider than your shoulders and make sure you keep your knees bent (approx 20 degrees) so your glutes will fire to protect your back and pelvis. Hinge forward from the hips, keeping the back straight and pull the weights from the floor. If you don’t feel your glutes fire then bend your knees a bit more. This test will identify muscle imbalances with the most common being weak glutes or our quads are too strong. Improve – first master some hip extensions by getting down on your hands and knees and raise one leg at a time out behind you which will build strength in the glutes.

survey in this way. It provides excellent value for money as well as enabling everyone involved to identify areas of best practice and spot national, regional and local trends. It aims to capture information and feedback from the public and enable the authority to take measures to respond to the issues raised. It also highlights East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s commitment to working together to deliver the most satisfactory yet efficient outcomes for local residents.”

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ROTATION Home – turning from the waist when in the kitchen or working outside, holding your child in one arm, throwing a ball for your dog or mopping the floor. Gym – wood chops, Russian twists, cross-over crunches. Muscles – lower back, core and specifically the obliques. Test – stand with your feet slightly wider than your shoulders and bend your knees a little. Keeping your spine straight and chest up, bring both arms up and diagonally across your body. Now take your arms down and to the opposite side of the body. If you couldn’t maintain correct posture throughout or the ball of your foot rolled up this is highlighting that you may have a rotational deficiency. Improve – lay on the floor with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor and arms braced either side. Engage your abs and slowly rotate your legs to one side, hold for a few seconds and then return. The goal is to control your movements. Once mastered try lifting the legs off the floor before moving to straight legs. NB: Rotation is exclusive compared to the other six functional movements because it requires us to twist at the core rather than moving backwards and forwards. GAIT Home – this is the technique of walking. Although it seems a trivial point because we do it all the time, it is

a key fundamental movement that combines lunging, rotating and pulling (with the hamstrings). Gym – treadmill walking and running, jumping and the farmer’s walk. Muscles – abs, all of the lower leg, quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and obliques. Test – when walking (or running), check your posture or get somebody to do it for you. Is your head sticking out forward from your collarbones? Are your shoulders rounded? Does one foot go out to the side or do your hips feel weak and/or move side to side? This can show a hip mobility problem, a muscular imbalance or dysfunction in your core. Improve – a 10-minute walk will provide low-intensity aerobic work and won’t change our fitness level but it’s a start! We just need to be active by getting out the house for a walk whether it’s down the seafront, going to the shops or for a coffee. As you improve and get out for longer, 20-minutes non-stop at a good pace for a few hours a week, you will see a dramatic increase and really start to reap the benefits. Remember that being conscious of your posture and correcting it as you go will help to win half your battle. Life at the clinic for me and Alex is thankfully busy but if you would like any advice on this or any other condition, please get in touch and we’ll do what we can to help out. Thanks and stay safe

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Hornsea Photography Club By Ann Underwood 1

HORNSEA Camera Club had what it hoped is the last Zoom online meeting, however this face-to-face club meetings are now delayed until August as Covid restrictions limit indoor meetings. Our regular crew met on Thursday, June 3 and there was a wide range of discussion with advice shared on techniques and the opportunities in this area to take amazing photographs. Hornsea Mere has been the place to be to be to catch raptors flying over the water and back-garden bird tables have afforded moments with blue tits, robins and a range of finches, woodpeckers and squirrels. Discussion turned toward one member who was considering upgrading his DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex camera) and he asked "Is 'mirrorless' the way to go?" Digital Single Lens Reflex cameras (DSLRs) evolved from the traditional Single Lens Reflex (SLR) film cameras by replacing the film with a digital sensor. A mirror placed at a 45-degree angle behind the camera lens reflects the image via the pentaprism into the optical viewfinder. In order for the image to focus on the sensor, the mirror hinges upwards when the shutter is pressed, briefly cutting off the viewfinder. A mirrorless camera is a type of camera that works without a reflex mirror. Light passes through the lens directly to the digital sensor, which then displays your image on the camera's LCD screen, allowing you to adjust settings and preview your image before its shot. Mirrorless cameras have the advantage of usually being lighter, more compact, faster and better for video; but that comes at the cost of access to fewer lenses and accessories. For DSLRs, advantages include a wider selection of lenses, generally better

optical viewfinders and much 6 better battery life. Why do you want to change cameras - what do you want your camera to do was a base-line question? If you want to take casual memory pictures then the excellent phone cameras and the associated phone software will satisfy many people. As most people have a phone in their hand the immediacy and ease of use satisfy most casual users. Looking enviously at superb shots of small items (such as the bugs in the macro photography we talked about in our last article from our May meeting) or catching those birds of prey hunting across Hornsea Mere using a 'long' or telephoto lens may mean that you want to upgrade to a camera with the opportunity to buy additional and specific lenses. Maybe the intention is to have really sharp clear poster sized prints to display on the wall so having a sensor capable of capturing lots of pixels, a good tonal range to capture amazing colours is where you would like your photography to go. As ever the size and weight of cameras and the options to expand with further lenses is part of the equation. Within our friendly club there are always offers to try someone else's lens, system or gizmo - with the benefit of being able to discuss the points with the owner. Getting the new item becomes a much more valuable experience than a sales pitch or reading reviews in magazines or online. It is possible to hire a camera to enable you to try out the type and if it suits you. Members also talked about using a cheaper supplier - Panamoz - which

can deliver very quickly and also buying and selling used cameras using MPB who claim to be the world's largest online platform for used photo and video kit. It was great to have an open-air meeting on Tuesday, June 15 with 'Hornsea Walkabout', meeting people in '3D' and to have company taking photos with the chance to share ideas, and advice. It was amazing what people spotted - from the cry 'stay there' as the sun highlighted the figure under the bandstand, the ghost reflected in the war memorial plaque as the poppies were photographed. The world of street photography provided many opportunities for some great shots. Following the Government extension of some lockdown rules HPC is unable to enjoy its first indoor meeting on Thursday, July 1. Instead this will continue to happen via Zoom. As we have a joint photo challenge (HPC and Focus in Bridlington versus two Clubs in Australia) shortly we are starting off with some advice from Gavin Prest-

10 points of judging - which will highlight key points to identify good photographs and then everyone will help to choose entries from the Facebook Pom/Aus folder to use in the competition. Hornsea Photography Club is planning the first post-lockdown indoor meeting at Hornsea Golf Club on Thursday, August 5 starting at 7.30pm at Hornsea Golf Club... Covid rules permitting of course! (HPC will meet the first Thursday evening each month). After discussion it was agreed to experiment with two meetings a month using a different evening and considering more practical studio sessions. HPC is able to book Hornsea Golf Club for the second Tuesday of the month and so this first meeting will be on Tuesday, August 10 when there will be an opportunity both to try out Macro techniques and photograph reptiles. Keep a watching brief on our Facebook page where you will find alerts to events and invitations to use the photo opportunities presented. Check it out and see

what our members get up to and the plans for our future meetings https://www.facebook.com/groups /HornseaPhotography If you have any questions or want more information you can contact HPG via email: hornseaphoto@gmail.com 1. DSLR: The components of a DSLR camera 2. COMPARISON: The comparison between a DSLR and mirrorless camera 3. WANDER: All set for the Hornsea Wander (by Gregg Simson) 4. LENS: Arnold Underwood tries out a 'macro- fish eye' lens 5. GHOST: 'Ghost' Glenn Malkin spotted the kneeling image 6. ANGLE: John Warnes noted Gerry getting the angle right for his bikers' photo 7. MAGICAL: Carl Wiles found the spiders' web sparkling in the evening sun.

Classical music performances and live events – free to view with an East Riding Libraries card EAST Riding Libraries have announced that customers now have free access to view ‘Medici TV’. This is the world’s premier resource for streaming classical music, live events from the world's most prestigious halls, plus thousands of concerts, operas, ballets, and more. Customers just need to visit the portal to access the site through the East Riding Libraries website: https://www.eastridinglib raries.co.uk/librariesonline/medici-instruction s/ then input their library card number in to start viewing the quality content and enjoy

experiencing the best in classical music events from the comfort of their home. Councillor Mike Medini, portfolio holder for cultural and leisure assets, said : “This is another great benefit for our East Riding Libraries members, and I am delighted that we can add even more to our cultural offer in the East Riding!” For anyone who is not currently a member but would like to enjoy this free benefit, it’s free to join the library online here: https://www.eastridinglib raries.co.uk/membership s/ or drop in to any East Riding Library or mobile.

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Come join the Community Ceilidh Band HORNSEA resident and fiddle-player Alison Riley is setting up a community Ceilidh Band and is on the hunt for fellow folk musicians who want to play traditional dance tunes. Alison moved to Hornsea five years ago. She said: “I used to play in a community Ceilidh band in the Peak District called The Well Dressed Band, which plays for dances and events. It is a large band with a wide range of instruments played and creating the music together was a lot of fun – it would be lovely to do something similar in Hornsea. I’m sure there are many talented musicians in the town and surrounding villages so it would be great to hear from them.” The aim is to meet once a month, on the first Tuesday, for a practice session and

learn Scottish, Irish, English and American tunes including jigs, polkas, rants and waltzes. The music is ideal for a variety of instruments such as fiddle, mandolin, banjo, flute, recorder, penny whistle, acoustic guitar, accordion, squeezebox, dulcimer, etc. Experienced musicians and beginners are welcome. A practice venue is being sought, preferably in Hornsea, suggestions are welcome. Join the Hornsea Ceilidh Band Facebook group to find out more. Or email Alison Riley on riley777alison@gmail.co m. RECRUITING: Alison Riley is hoping to recruit fellow musicians of all abilities to form a Hornsea community ceilidh band

Hornsea music society piano refurbished ahead of return to events By Sarah Perkins for Hornsea Music Society With all that has been going on recently, some housekeeping tasks have been put on the back burner. But with the prospect of weddings and concerts getting back on track, Hornsea Music Society have had some refurbishment work done on their grand piano, which has lived in the United Reformed Church since 1985. When the Society’s President, Marilynne Davies, came to adjudicate at the Hornsea Music 1 Festival in 2019, she agreed that the time had come to look out for the best specialist for Yamaha pianos. Apart from specialist cleaning of the inside of the piano, the only major work that has been carried out is the installation of an 'A' frame to make it easy to roll the piano into position. Following advice from Steven Goulden and Amy Butler at Howden Minster, the Society contacted the region's Yamaha Specialist, John Tordoff. After inspecting the piano, he agreed that it needed repair and

maintenance. While the tuning was very stable, which is always good to know, the mechanism has become sluggish. The mechanism has been dismantled to recentre all tight action flanges, ensuring smooth movement by applying grease and black lead to the contact points where the springs glide. The worn key tails were recovered with strips

of leather, cut to size. Once all that had been done, the action was regulated, and some time was spent ensuring the dampers are working correctly. Finally, to avoid the same problems arising in the future, a humidification system has been fitted to ensure that everything runs smoothly. The Society’s Chairman, Roberta

Loades said: “It is great that our much loved piano is back to peak performance standards. We will need to do some fundraising in due course to replenish the funds, but it is worth it to make the piano useable and ensure its long term health. It will be wonderful when we can get back to using it regularly in events.”

1. PIANO: The refurbished grand piano 2. WORN: Worn piano mechanism 3. GETTING THERE: The mechanism coming together

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The Strickland connection By Alan Tharratt A FEW months ago I wrote about local connections and the Holderness Agricultural Society; Henry Strickland (of Reighton) was one of these, he joined the Society in December 1804. Another Strickland, George, (17821874) took the name of Cholmley to succeed to the Cholmley estates in 1865. We might wonder about those people mentioned in court reports, such as Joe Bloggs aka John Smith, but the upper classes also adopted other names as a matter of course for expediency or financial gain. Louis Mountbatten changed his name from Battenberg on 14th July 1917 (who’d want to be named after a cake?). Only three days later, the House of Windsor came into being when Edward VII decided the name Windsor was less of a mouthful than Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. George Strickland married Mary in 1818, the only child and heir of the Reverend Charles Constable of Wassand. Their surviving son, Henry, adopted the name Constable in 1863. Through George Strickland’s marriage to Mary, the estates of Howsham, Boynton and Wassand were held by their descendants. Howsham and Boynton passed to eldest son Sir Charles William Strickland, the 8th Baronet, whilst Henry inherited Wassand. The Wassand Estate was modest, as these things go, but increased over time, with other holdings in East and West Yorkshire to the extent of over 6000 acres. On the death of Charles Constable, Henry Strickland Constable (1821-1909) inherited the Hull Estate, which was consolidated and developed in the 1870s. This Estate consisted of the Boulevard, Hessle Road, Wassand Street, Goulton Street, Strickland Street, Constable Street, Chomley Street and Walcott Street. Also an interest in the Humber Dock Company. Those of you familiar with Hull will recognise this area as being the base of Hull’s fishing community. Henry also gave the land for the building of St Barnabas’ church on South Boulevard, this was known as the “fisherman’s church” and where my own parents were married, as they were from fishing families. On their marriage certificate, my maternal grandfather was described as a coal trimmer

(ah, the wonderful jobs of yesteryear) whilst my paternal grandfather was a trawler skipper, George William Tharratt, aka. Green Willows Tharratt. Henry Strickland Constable had very decided opinions and anti-radical views and became involved in a court case because of his views on vaccinations. He wrote a book, published in 1873 entitled ‘Doctors, Vaccination, and Utilitarianism’. This is a bit of a rambling opinionated discourse, arguing against vaccinations, doctors and scientists in general. This was at a time when there was a push to vaccinate the population against smallpox, a major scourge in those days and thankfully now eradicated owing to vaccination. Vaccination of infants was made compulsory in 1853, there was opposition to this and in 1898 the Vaccination Act introduced a conscience clause whereby exemption could be obtained by a certificate signed by two magistrates. Compulsory vaccination came to an end in 1907. It must be admitted that in those days, vaccination techniques were not quite as trouble free as they are today. The cowpox virus was used as a natural vaccine against the smallpox and hygiene and sterilisation of instruments was not universal. The germ theory was not entirely accepted at this time, Henry certainly did not believe in it. Louis Pasteur was one of the major proponents of the germ theory and he also developed vaccines against rabies, cholera and anthrax. Data collection and analysis was not as reliable as today, but there was also a great deal of opposition to vaccination driven by misinformation and conspiracy theorists, even without the benefit of Facebook. Incidentally, Marmaduke Constable bought Hornsea Mere in 1595 for the sum of £50 from the widow of the Earl of Warwick (Ambrose, the “good” Earl of Warwick, late of the Tower of London). His father was John Dudley the 1st Duke of Northumberland and an intimate of Henry VIII, who presumably gave or sold the Mere and probably more, to Dudley after the great land grab called the “Dissolution of the Monasteries” (15361541), the estate having been owned by St Mary’s of York.

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New East Riding Council app EAST Riding of Yorkshire Council has released a new app. The ‘East Riding Council’ app allows residents to download and find out information about the local authority’s bin collection service and waste and recycling. The app is free to download from your device’s app store and available now. Once a resident has entered their address on the app, they receive information about waste collections and notifications reminding them to put their bins out. Information can also be given about changes to collections due to bank holidays. The app also includes a new, easy way to see what bin an item should go in. Using the ‘Can I recycle it?’ tool, residents can search 1000’s of items to find out

what can be recycled in the blue and brown bins and what should go in the green general waste bin. Residents will also be able to locate their nearest recycling centre and check opening times. The council will shortly be making changes to bin collection dates across East Riding. Information will be posted out to all residents in July and August including information about the changes and a new 18 month collection calendar. All residents who have downloaded the app at the time of the changes will find their calendar in the app and collection reminder notifications will automatically update. To download the app, residents should visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/app , or search ‘East Riding Council’ in their device’s

app store. Once downloaded, residents can enter their home postcode to ensure all information will be bespoke to their local area. Councillor Chris Matthews, portfolio holder for environment and climate change, said: “The new app will allow even more residents to access information regarding their waste collection service at the click of a button. As well as a notification to remind them about putting their bins out, the app will give instant information as to which bin your waste should be placed in and automatically updates to take into account all public holidays. Best of all

it is entirely free so I would encourage all residents in the East Riding to download the ‘East Riding App’ for the easiest way to keep on top of your bins.”

Photographers invited to get snapping as East Yorkshire competition returns PHOTOGRAPHERS from around the region are invited to submit their best photos as bus company East Yorkshire launches its popular photographic competition. After a lockdown-induced hiatus during 2020, entries are now open for the free-to-enter annual competition, which is looking for the best East Yorkshire bus themed pictures. Twelve winners get their photographs featured in East Yorkshire’s 2022 calendar, with the overall winner also receiving £100 of photography equipment. All entries must have an East Yorkshire buses theme, whether that’s featuring the company’s buses, coaches, vintage vehicles, staff or buildings. 2019’s winning entry, by amateur photographer Gary Trotter, was a striking image of a Beachcomber open top bus in front of the big wheel in Scarborough, with other imaginative finalists also depicting buses in the countryside, around the city, at the seaside, and even in model form. Gary Trotter said: “I had a day trip to Scarborough, and I saw the Beachcomber open top bus slowly approaching the big wheel and thought it would make an interesting back drop. Luckily there was a gap in the traffic and I managed to take the

photo I entered into the competition. The other shortlisted photographs were excellent, so I’m absolutely delighted to have had my photograph judged the overall winner.” Ben Gilligan, East Yorkshire’s Area Director and one of the judges of the competition, said that they expected a bumper crop of entries this year. “During lockdown people have had more time to devote to hobbies that they can do from home such as photography, so we’re expecting a very high standard to be set this year,” he said. “There are so many

talented photographers in Yorkshire, and we love seeing their inventive and creative photographs. We can’t wait to see what innovative ideas they come up with this year, which we’re sure will showcase the beautiful scenery of this part of the world.” To find out more and submit your photographs for the competition visit www.eastyorkshirebuses.co.uk . The closing date is August 8, 2021. PREVIOUS WINNER: The 2019 winner, Gary Trotter, with his winning photograph

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HORNSEA DISTRICT WALKING CLUB REPORT 1

SINCE the relaxing of 'lockdown' restrictions on May 17, there have been several Wednesday evening walks and two Sunday walks. For the first time in more than a year there are Club walks to report on instead of delving into the archives! Wednesday Evening Walks reported by Stuart Kemp The evening walks have been wellsupported and graced with good weather so far. The walk on June 2 from Skipsea was led by Club members Wendy and Mike Norton who reside in Skipsea. The route was via Skipsea Brough to the mound of Skipsea Castle - the site of a Norman motte and bailey dating from around 1086. From the top there were good views over the surrounding countryside. Then it was on into Ulrome passing the pond and the church, and back across fields to Skipsea. The evening walk on Wednesday, June 9 was from Hedon, Haven Arms. There was a good turnout for this walk led by Carron York, including Bob and Chris who most of us had not seen for a long time. The walk took us by the River Humber to the village of Paull and back, keeping the BP Site in view for most of this enjoyable walk on another warm sunny evening. A week later, June 16, and surprise, surprise - warm, dry and sunny again as we walked from The Wrygarth Inn at Great Hatfield, led by club chairperson Joyce Davidson. Initially we followed the disused railway line to Whitedale, then along a road towards Rise. After a drinks break we took to public bridleways and well-defined field paths back to The Wrygarth. Unfortunately the inn had closed early so a short drive into Hornsea and drinks in the Stackhouse Bar finished a good evening in style. Sunday, June 6 - 'Shorter walk' reported by Stuart The Club's first Sunday walk for many months was a short walk on

June 6. This walk, led by Susie Watson, started from Morrow Avenue in Hornsea and went via Atwick and Bewholme, a distance of about 6½ miles. The twelve walkers included Sue Copeland, on her first walk for some time following a foot injury - welcome back Sue. Our route was north out of Hornsea along the cliff top path towards Atwick arriving there through the busy camping and caravan park. By St Hilda's Church we found a good spot for a drinks break. After a brief spell on the increasingly busy road to Bewholme, we took to a well-used footpath across fields, passing a War Memorial remembering a plane crash in World War 2. In February 1944 a Halifax bomber crashed shortly after taking off from nearby RAF Lisset on a bombing raid on Leipzig, killing all on board. From there, we came out on Bewholme Lane and followed this road towards Hornsea passing a busy Honeysuckle Farm. Back in Hornsea, tea at the Mere tea rooms ended a good walk on a really warm and sunny day.

Pluckham Dale. Here we were greeted by a herd of frisky cattle, accompanied by a large bull! They took one look at us and turned and galloped off up the dale, stopped to face us, then off again. They did this two or three times before taking to the hillside, where they stood and watched us pass by below. After climbing gradually through Pluckham Plantation we came to the busy A166 road. All safely across we reached the peace and quiet of Huggate Wold, the highest point on our walk at 700ft above sea level. Then it was down towards Horse Dale, for our lunch stop overlooking the head of this dale. After lunch our leader chose to take us along the top of the dale, it being Access Land, from where there were good views ahead across the Wolds. Then it was down again to enter Holm Dale, followed by a final steep 'up' to follow the top of this dale to Huggate Lane leading back into Fridaythorpe. Afterwards some adjourned to a busy Seaways Cafe for tea and cakes to conclude a good day out on the Wolds.

• Warter - Blanch Farm - Great Dugdale (8 miles) - Arnold and Caroline. • Fridaythorpe - Huggate Wold Frendal Dale (10 miles) - Ann and Dudley • Speeton - Hunmanby Gap Reighton Sands - Speeton Cliff (6½ miles) - Julie • Hadrian's Wall - Housesteads to Vindolanda (7½ miles) - Ann and Dudley

Stuart reminds everyone that the popular East Yorkshire Moors Explorer bus service has resumed again this year running on Sundays until August 29. The bus starts from Hull calling at Beverley at 9.20 am and returning to Beverley at 6.25pm then continuing to Hull. There are various dropping-off stops on the North York Moors including Pickering, Hutton-le-hole, the Lion Inn on Blakey Ridge, Castleton and Danby. There are links to other Moorsbus, East Yorkshire and Coastliner bus services to get to other moors destinations. Finally for all keen photographers there are two competitions currently In addition to these scheduled walks running - the BBC Countryfile Sunday, June 13 - 'Longer walk' 'Miracles of Nature' (closing date Club members have still been out reported by Arnold Underwood and about in small groups. In fact a July 13 ) and the East Yorkshire Once again there were twelve Buses competition for the best EY participants, meeting by the pond in group of five comprising Club Bus City, Country, or Coast related Fridaythorpe, for this 8 mile walk on members Betty, Joyce and Neil, photo (closing date August 8). along with friends Derek and Jan the Yorkshire Wolds led by Arnold Underwood. Typical of walks on the Davey, have completed a week-long With COVID restrictions still in force Wolds, this one was 'undulating' as challenge in the form of the until at least July 19, the Westmorland Way. This 95 mile the route dipped in and out of the Government's COVID ROADMAP walk spans the historic county of hidden dales in the Wolds remains at STEP FOUR, as from May Westmorland (now part of Cumbria) landscape. From Fridaythorpe the 17. The Walking Club has from Appleby through the Lake walkers set off following the introduced a limited programme of Yorkshire Wolds Way and were soon District, to Arnside. Well done to scheduled walks, comprising the faced with first 'down' - into Brubber them! local Wednesday evening walks and Dale - followed immediately by an 'up' to Gill's Farm. Our route Others in the Club have done less a couple of Sunday walks each month. Numbers on walks will be passed the a dew pond with its challenging walks, such as limited to 30 as per the current carved sign and information boards, • Westow - Howsham - Oak Cliff ruling. Please could intending Wood - Kirkham Abbey (8½ miles) to the disused quarry with a participants inform the Club in Arnold and Caroline. convenient seat overlooking Thixen advance. Details are on the • Bempton - Bempton Cliffs Dale. A good place for the first website. drink stop on this warm day. Then it Buckton (6 miles) - Julie was downhill to the Waves and Time • Cloughton - Staintondale - Hayburn Club Walks coming up are: Artwork where we left the Wolds Way Wyke (10 miles) - David and Sun 27th June: Longer walk 10am Margaret and headed for the less frequented

Thornton-le-Dale into Dalby Forest (8 miles) Wed 30th June : Evening walk 7pm Driffield (Eastgate Car Park) via Water Forlorns and Little Driffield (4½ miles) Wed 7th July : Evening walk 7pm Leven (New Inn) via Heigholme (5 miles) Wed 14th July : Evening walk 7pm Brandesburton (Black Swan) via Burshill (4½ miles) Wed 21st July : Evening walk 7pm Seaton (Swan Inn) via Bewholme (5 miles) Wed 28th July : Evening walk 7pm Old Ellerby (The Blue Bell) via Roe Hill (4 miles) Full details on www.dalestrails.co.uk/calendar REMEMBER: TAKE CARE, BE CAUTIOUS and STAY SAFE

1. Evening walk approaching Skipsea Castle (by Julie England) 2. Sunday walk from Hornsea - taking a break in Bewholme (by Sylvia Caygill) 3. Sunday walk - the walkers in Fridaythorpe (by Arnold Underwood) 4. Sunday walk from Fridaythorpe - crossing Brubber Dale (by Arnold Underwood) 5. Westmorland Way walkers at the Mortal Man, Troutbeck (by Derek Davey) 6. Bempton Cliffs on a walk from Bempton via Buckden (by Julie England) 7. Warter Rock, Great Dugdale on a walk from Warter (by Arnold Underwood)

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other ideas and three wickets in the space of six balls re-ignited the contest whilst a further wicket brought together the final pair before Taylor Wallace managed to find the winning runs. Hornsea 2nds 102-5 (30 points) v Walkington 98-9 A good natured encounter which saw Walkington crawl along against a range of Hornsea bowlers, the pick being J Marson with 4-16. A brisk 41 from D Dales between the showers brought home the points.

By Club Secretary, Ian Bottom THE 2021 season continues to prove difficult for the Saturday teams, but there are shoots of growth within the younger element which provides hope for the future. Pleasingly, it is now permissible for spectators to be in attendance at matches subject to adherence to the UK Government’s Covid guidelines on social distancing etc. – pop along, there’s a pleasant atmosphere at the Hollis Recreation Ground. This is a brief summary of the past month: SATURDAY 22 MAY Londesborough Park 142 v Hornsea 1439 (30 points) The game of the day took place between two sides towards the foot of the table as Hornsea held their nerve to record a one wicket win away at Londesborough Park. The day began well for the hosts a halfcentury from opener Tom Jennings helping them reach 115-2 but they then lost five wickets for just three runs. Douglas Griebenouw (3-27) struck the first couple of blows which were quickly followed up on by Joe Butterworth (5-27) who claimed his second five wicket haul of the season, the home side slumping from a promising position to 142 all out. The visitors struggled in the early part of their reply, but Mark Brightmore (48) looked to be a steadying influence and despite his departure with five wickets in hand and only 11 runs required the result looked a mere formality. Joe Shingles (5-36) had

SATURDAY 29 MAY Hornsea 222 (8 points) v Hull Zingari 226-3 There were runs a plenty on offer at Hornsea where Paul Clappison (115) and Daniel Mould (100) both scored centuries. Clappison’s effort for the home side included an 84-run opening stand with Jonathan Fisher (36), the former finally becoming one of four wickets for Hull Zingari’s Muhammad Ayub (4-30). Mould already with scores of 61 and 78 this season shared sizable partnerships with both Martin Watkin (46) and Alistair Markham (43no) to bring a target of 222 within reach, and although only three wickets fell there were just nine balls of the match left when the winning runs were struck. Hornsea 2nds 175 (6 points) v Beverley 179-4 A spirited performance with the bat took Hornsea to a respectable total, main scorers in chief being Rich Hornby (55) and J Mooney (25). Unfortunately hosts also enjoyed the small boundaries as K Thompson (54) and D Whitelock (67) saw a home victory with a number of overs to spare. MONDAY 31 MAY Hornsea 2nds 239-5 (30 points) v Gilberdyke 47 The Bank Holiday sunshine was met by a batting masterclass from R Hornby

email: editor@hornseacommunitynews.uk visitors scored 318-5, Jonathan Fisher the best of a beleaguered bowling attack finishing with 3-63 for 15 overs. Four early wickets from Ryan Lockwood (4-25) effectively ended the match as a contest and Alfie Oliver (3-17) wrapped up the victory, the only resistance coming in the form of an unbeaten 39 from Mark Battye.

finish at Kings Mill Road, the home side chasing down Hornsea’s 250-6 with just four balls to spare. Riley’s century, in his first appearance of the season, could not have come at a better time as ‘Town looked to maintain the pressure on the sides above them in the title race, he also shared an opening stand of 93 with skipper Kevin Woodcock (30). All that No scheduled fixture for 1st team. Humbleton 205-4 v Hornsea 2nds 204-7 came in reply to bottom of the table (7 points) Hornsea’s innings which also included a SATURDAY 5 JUNE The short trip down Holderness way century Jonathan Fisher scoring 116 off Bridlington 179-2 v Hornsea 178 (5 brought a good game but sadly a negative 125 balls. There were two wickets each points) League leaders Bridlington extended their result. Hornsea could have hoped for more for Ollie Ezard (2-62) and Shivraj Sisodia after another fine start from R Hornby (2-60), but this was a match for the unbeaten start to the season to eight (60), M Knapton (42) and L Smith (30) but batters. games with a victory at home against Hornsea. Paul Clappison, a centurion last the game was in the balance after scoring maximum batting points. Despite 3 Hornsea 2nds 145 (3 points) v Patrington weekend, top scored for the visitors wickets for C Monkman the Humbleton 149-3 making 81 of his sides total of 178 all side accelerated to victory via Dan An experienced Patrington line up had far out, which also included 30 from Mark Martinson (86no) and both M Oaks and S too much for the hosts whose batting Battye. Richard Robinson captured the Harrison with 34 apiece. deteriorated after a bright start via R wickets of both Clappison and Battye Hornby (36) and D Dales (26). Only K finishing with figures of 3-30, and there SATURDAY 19 JUNE Greenwood (27no) featured from then on was also three wickets for Russell Driffield 251-3 v Hornsea 250-6 (6 against L Sneddon and C Foster. The Robinson (3-13 & 42no). And it was the points) Holderness neighbours winning latter who sealed the victory with an comfortably through J Eggett (32) and unbroken partnership of 75 alongside Sam Driffield Town duo Jack Riley (121) and Tennant (36no) after openers Casey Rudd Jack Oakley (74no) shared a stand of 141 Jamie McKinley (55no) for the third wicket to set up a thrilling (49) and Sam Wragg (34) had earlier put on 74. (116no) and R Scattergood (30*) which ensured a total far in excess of the visitors capabilities on the day. Their day deteriorated further when their attempt to respond was met with only C Sharp with half the total making any meaningful contribution.

Hornsea 2nds 183-8 (5 points) v Pocklington 187-3 The league leaders came to town and went home with the points. A reasonable batting performance from Hornsea lead by L Smith (59) and K Greenwood (25no) gave hope at the halfway point of the game. However the Pocklington batting was their main strength as J Room (60no) and M Stables (37) had them off to a flyer and despite the bowlers’ best efforts the result was not in doubt. SATURDAY 12 JUNE Hornsea 94 (2 points) v Woodhouse Grange 318-5 Ted Baty scored magnificent 144 not out as Woodhouse Grange thrashed Hornsea by 224 runs. Tom Stubley (66) passed fifty for the second week in a row as the

Junior Summer leagues The club has entered a team at Under 13 age group on Wednesday evenings. Despite no victories at the present time, the young team are showing considerable improvement, against kids that in most instances have been playing for several seasons and in some cases to at Yorkshire representative level. Juniors The club is providing ECB qualified coaching on Wednesday evenings for 11-17 years, 6pm to 7pm. All ages and experience catered for, no requirement to pre-book.

Additionally the club is fielding a team on Thursdays in the Bridlington Evening League under the stewardship of Craig Monkman. The team is used as a practice tool for Saturday players alongside integrating newcomers or less experienced players into the club. The team remain unbeaten midway through the season:

Hornsea 152-6 (won) versus Barmston 118-5 Hornsea 107-8 (won) versus Wetwang 102-4 Hornsea 122 (won) versus Bridlington Trinity 73 Outoor training is currently available for players of all abilities at Hollis Recreation

Ground on Wednesday evenings, from 6pm. The sessions are being run on a more structured basis under the guidance of Seniors Head Coach John Savage and attendance has been good with approx. 15-20 keen folk attending each week. Contact Jon Fisher 07879 612900 for further details.

ECB All Stars Programme Hornsea Cricket Club are hosting these two eight week courses this summer for 5-11 year olds – Fridays up to Friday, July 18. Both courses are being enthusiastically attended by 44 children across the two sessions. Further details and signing-up details are available via the ECB’s website, using the links All Stars –

www.ecb.co.uk/play/all-stars dynamos – www.ecb.co.uk/play/dynamoscri cket enter your postcode to view the Hornsea courses. The club bar will be open for refreshments so spectators and parents can enjoy watching with a beverage of choice, what better way to round off the week. Coaching We are looking for some additional volunteers for the upcoming season to assist with All Stars/Dynamos and Junior Cricket. Any help when you are available would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions relating to junior coaching don’t hesitate to get in touch with Ian Bottom 07778 595574 who will put you in touch with the correct individual. Century Club There are a few numbers available in our very popular Century Club Draw. For a cost of £25 per year, or £2 per month if you pay by standing order, you will be entered into a monthly

draw with three prizes of £50, £25 and £10. That is 12 chances to double your money, and a further 12 chances to get your money back. It has even been known for some people to win more than one prize in a year. Anyone wishing to join the Century Club, please contact Lynsey Webster or Ian Bottom for further information. Volunteer? Hornsea CC pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere for players and spectators alike. All new members, both junior and senior, will be made most welcome with opportunities to play, volunteer, spectate – there’s always something to do. Up to date news (including Covid19 risk assessment) / fixtures / events can be found by looking on: the club’s app: https://hornseacricketclub.team app.com or the new “Hornsea Cricket Club” Facebook page Ian Bottom (secretary) Tel: 0777 8595574 contactable on all matters.

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Stephen Atkinson and Geoff Warkup on Sunday. However, I feel that everyone should feel proud of I hope that everyone is enjoying the brilliant their contributions to what - I believe, has been a weather we are having at the moment, whether it's successful and enjoyable weekend. for golf or for more leisurely pursuits. The course On Saturday, June 12 we held a tricky putting conditions we are being presented with are quite competition with the £25 prize being won by Joe fabulous and certainly promote good golf, although Dale with a magnificent score of 31 points - well we can simply enjoy our glorious surroundings if done Joe, but thanks also to all those who paid things aren't going as well as we'd hoped or their pound(s) and participated in good spirit. My intended. Last weekend I spoke with no less than thanks also go to Tim Caley and Dave Fell for 5 visiting Captains who all praised the course, with running the competition - with the help of Mary and one claiming it was as good as any in East George, and for donating the prize money. There Yorkshire whilst being much better than most is also a special prize for Dave Tunstall for being including his own. Our thanks and congratulations the golfer across the weekend whose ball was should go to the whole green keeping team who in closest to entering the halfway house gazebo turn should be proud of their achievements. which had been loaned to us by Phil and Yvonne Lee, providing some most Captain's Weekend welcome shade. My thanks to both. As Captain I thoroughly appreciate and I have been completely overwhelmed by the am thankful for the support and support, encouragement, generosity and kind assistance I received from members in words from all those members who were able to play in one of or both the competitions across my general but I must give thanks to the ladies who baked, raffle ticket sellers, the Captain's Weekend. The weather gods smiled on team in the shop, Helen and her ladies us and the fabulous course conditions promoted good golf from most and excellent golf from some who refreshed us at the clubhouse and Vice Captain Rob for his ongoing support. on both days. Of course there were winners and I also send particularly special thanks to our congratulations go to Graham Kerr, Gary Steve Taylor for his generosity, our very Moore, Mike Fenton and Andrew Vaughan on good friends June and Keith Turner for Saturday, and Tina Brookes, Maggie Bean,

Hornsea Harriers update HORNSEA Harrier Justine Lowe has completed her first marathon in style. Justine travelled to Lincolnshire to run the Boston Marathon, her first race over 26.2 miles, as the mercury soared above 20 degrees on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year. She crossed the finish line in four hours, 36 minutes and 16 seconds, a just reward for the hours and hours of training she’d put in since the start of the year to make sure she was prepared for the legendary distance. Just hours after completing her race, Justine said: “I’ve trained since January in wind, rain, snow, sleet and today was the hottest day of the year so far. “I’m very happy with my time as I wanted 4.30 so I’ll take six minutes over that, given the heat.” The epic challenge was second time lucky for Justine as she’d entered the Boston Marathon in 2020 and had completed all the training just before the event was cancelled because of the pandemic. With mum Judy lending moral support, her brothers Phil and Jonny and sister-in-law Julia along with her partner Phil had crossed the Humber Bridge to travel to Boston to cheer Justine along the route. Fellow Harriers John Tansey and Claire Spear also turned out to cheer on Justine. She ran the distance with fellow Harrier and friend Liz Hardy, only Liz’s second marathon after an incredible recovery from a serious leg injury at the Liverpool Marathon in 2019. Liz crossed the line a second behind Justine in 4:36:17. Peter Cork was the third Harrier to take part in the event, completing the distance in three hours and 30 minutes.

Harriers heroes Mark Williamson and Chris Jackson undertook the epic Hardmoors 110 challenge on the last weekend in May. The event has taken on legendary status among runners as participants are asked to complete an ultramarathon over 110 miles in a single stage trail race. It also features a cumulated elevation gain of 6,000 metres – the equivalent of running up Ben Nevis almost five times. And if that’s not hard enough, competitors are asked to complete it within 36 hours. The challenge follows the beautiful Cleveland Way National Trail, over the North York Moors and the Cleveland Heritage coastline taking in the seaside resort of Scarborough, the old smuggling town of Robin Hood’s Bay, Dracula’s Whitby, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Saltburn, before passing through the beautiful Cleveland Hills and the North York Moors. Starting at Filey Brigg, it finishes in the market town of Helmsley. Unfortunately, both Harriers experienced illness and injury on the day, given the heat of the hottest weekend of the year, and both had to withdraw. Chris suffered a recurrence of a back problem at almost 50 miles and had to pull out while Mark made it to 68 miles before sickness made it impossible for him to continue. Despite their obvious disappointment, the pair were celebrated by their club mates who saw the phenomenal distance both men covered as a cause for celebration. Craig Waites said: “We saw how disappointment both men were but they should be proud of how much they achieved in covering distances few runners would even contemplate. “Throw in the elevation and the conditions on the day and the two of them should see this as a success. It’s not what they wanted, of course, but that doesn’t make it any less of a remarkable undertaking and achievement, testament to their fitness and strength.”

1. FIRST MARATHON: Justine Lowe after completing her first marathon 2. BOSTON: Peter Cork, Liz Hardy and Justine Lowe at the Boston Marathon 3. HARDMOORS: Mark Williamson at the Hardmoors 110 challenge 4. CHALLENGE: Chris Jackson taking on the epic Hardmoors

their tireless endeavours on both days and especially to my missus Rosalinde for her ideas, questions, answers, incredible support and hard work. Throughout the Captain's Weekend it is always hoped that our charity would benefit to some extent. I am in a position to tell you that all expectations were exceeded as the raffles, putting competition and several individual donations raised a staggering £890. Now that is something we should all feel proud about and something Lady Captain Sally and I are most grateful for. Thank you. Please continue to enjoy the good weather in any way you wish with at least a smattering of success on the golf course.

Hornsea Golf Club By Wright Golf Mixed Open AM AM Sunday, June 6 saw our annual Mixed Open event being played. 19 teams supported the event, many carried over from last year's cancelled event. Teams once again from all over Yorkshire travelled across to play in what for some is their annual visit to the club. It was a dull start, but by the time the bulk of the teams started at 10.30am it had brightened somewhat. The early leaders on 86 points led for a short time before the 2 scores of 89 came in and it looked like with the change in conditions that this might have been the winning score. As often happens though a later team came in with a score of 92 points to take the lead and eventually win the event. Well done to the later teams who suffered the worst of the weather for the day. Many thanks to Matty from the Pro Shop for standing in as a starter for the event, and of course a massive thank you to the Greens staff who once again set up the course well, with many compliments on the day and in the days following the event. Their efforts with the extreme weather conditions over the last few months is certainly paying off now. Great compliments also received for the catering staff who provided food throughout the day. The date for next year’s event is Sunday, June 5, with entries being taken online now via our website; www.hornseagolfclub.co.uk. Finally, thank you to all golfers for attending and supporting Hornsea Golf Club. It is very much appreciated.

Thanks to Gareth and his team for their hard work and to the Pro Shop and volunteers for making the day run so smoothly. I am pleased to announce that the raffle raised £171.50 for the charity, SWING into Golf. Jan Elder, Lady Captain

Ladies Over 50’s AM AM 30 teams enjoyed a beautiful day playing in the over 50’s AmAm on Tuesday, June 15. There were some fabulous scores posted and congratulations to the winners from Forest Park. It was a pleasure to receive so many compliments regarding the condition of the course from teams travelling from far and wide, including Scotland.

Gents Open AM AM. On Wednesday, July 7 we have our annual gents open Am-Am being played. This event is open to all gents with a handicap index of 21.2 or less (course handicap 24), with no age limit on this one. We currently have 35 teams entered so just a few times available after 2pm if you are interested. The entry fee remains the same at £80 per team.

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Sea angling update HALF way through the year nights will start drawing in and before we know it we will be back to winter, well not quite yet and enough of that doom and gloom! The past month has blown hot and cold as far as the fishing has been concerned , the sea at last settled down and some good catches were recorded however they were very hit and miss as after a few days of settled weather with very little or a light easterly wind this time of year the water becomes very clear very close in just like the Mediterranean Sea. Yes I am talking about the usually dirty brown coloured North Sea on the Holderness coast you are all thinking well it always looks like chocolate well you are right but sometimes if conditions allow it becomes very clear which leads to the fish doing a disappearing act during daylight hours anyway , Most of the best fishing in these conditions is during the hours of darkness. There is one form of angling however that does benefit from the clear conditions those intrepid anglers who have the inclination to throw a few lures around this can be very beneficial for Bass and if

you are very lucky a Sea Trout..There have been good numbers of Bass landed from both the sea and the river Humber in the past few weeks Another problem on some beaches mainly on the bigger tides is we believe to be a form of Algae bloom known as mayweed which can be a nuisance on the more southern beaches as it sticks to your line like glue . Not all doom and gloom though when conditions are favourable which they have been this time of the year, can produce the most variety and specimen size of fish to rival any coastline in the country . Dogfish , Smoothhounds and Thornback rays have been most prevalent throughout the month with some tides producing up to twenty fish per angler and some smoothhounds into double 1 figures in weight. Cod have been caught in fair numbers which somewhat blows the myth of cod being a winter fish and we always say we can't wait for the frosts to come for the cod to come in

By Nick Marshall here we are in flaming June(well not quite flaming ) and some tides there are more Cod than in the winter months. There have been several Dover Soles and Turbot caught which do provide tasty eating if you are lucky enough to land them over the minimum legal landing size. There have been plenty of smaller fish to keep the rods nodding as well with Dabs, Flounders, Eels, Whiting , Pouting and Coalfish all being obliging. There is a chance of catching some rarities this time of year with the possibility of Gurnard, Garfish, Plaice, Smelts, Blonde Rays to name but a few. Another possibility of very decent fish is the Tope more of these hard fighting toothy

email: editor@hornseacommunitynews.uk critters have been landed every year but i suspect many more hooked and not landed. There is a possibility of Tope up to and over 30lb being landed in the next few weeks given the right conditions. There have already been several small ones landed over the last few weeks I expect the fishing to stay the same over the next few weeks given the favourable conditions so as you can see anything is possible from a Dab of a couple of ounces to a 30lb Tope! As for baits well pretty much anything can catch this time of year the list would be quite conclusive so briefly any worm bait , fish baits , crabs, and shrimps & prawns pretty much covers it unless of course you are lure fishing then no bait required just a box of assorted lures. One word of warning however this time of year you have a greater chance of coming

On the Bank - Tansterne Fishery By Ron Bulless HERE we are enjoying excellent weather – fish coming to the end of their spawning period and anglers ready to start filling their keep nets. What happens is the fish spawn and then feed on the eggs and then on the fry once they have hatched and for a few days the weights caught drop dramatically. We have a regular angler Darren who has just had two days at over 200lb. Compare this to the Cranswick charity match when a top weight of 81lb was caught just days after spawning, the difference is incredible. What should you be doing to get those big weights:

● take a walk around the venue you are going to fish and look for the tell-tale signs of where the fish are. Look for cloudier water, air bubbles or even fish on the surface ● Bring enough bait and bring the right bait. If fishing dead maggot it is no good bringing two pints if you want to catch 100lb plus – you need a gallon at least ● Don’t forget to gear up on your rigs. If you have been fishing 4lb line and size 18/20 hooks in winter/spring you are just going to get bust off when you hit a big carp.

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● Remember to bring enough fluids and sun cream etc. It was 28c the other day and anglers were fishing 8-10 with no protection ● Remember to ask the pond owner / manager / bailiff what is working and what pegs have been doing well ● Lastly look at that air pressure 1015 and they will be on the feed and you can feed to keep the fish in your swim. However 990 and the swim bladders will expand and they won’t want a lot so cut right back on the feed and fish smaller baits. What I would like to talk about in this issue is the joy of fishing and the banter. Also how many new friends you can make or the solitude of having a day on your own against the fish and fishing for personal bests. I have taught many an angler how to fish the pole and this has resulted in them catching their first 100lb haul, or their first 10lb plus carp. Steve and Derrick I taught last year and it was very pleasing that Derrick broke the 100 with 104lb just last week. Steve had done this several times and he works away from home sometimes for up to three weeks seven days a week. So when he is home, he loves to come fishing and if he gives me enough notice, I will have a knock up against him and we had one such match during the spawning period. Steve was in the hot peg before I had gotten out of my back door and I graciously took the peg next to him – we agreed to fish six hours and he started whilst I rigged up. The rule was, he was not to put any fish in his net until I was ready and he caught nine carp whilst I was plumbing up my swims. Then the match started and his fish disappeared almost instantly. It was hard and I had six rigs: one 13 metres to the shallow island, one of the point shallow for banded pellet, one for the point but fishing bottom, one for my corner edge top shelf, another for the corner bottom shelf and one two and two down in the deep. I say to all anglers preparation and that extra 20-30 minutes will reap great rewards. As the fish were still spawning, I elected to go on soft 4m pellet and feed ground bait with 4m and 2.3 m mixed in and 6m banded pellet up in the water. This was a day when you would earn your fish. Steve tried meat and other large baits but was not very successful. I was on the smaller baits and fishing over the slop and catching bream one after another. I pushed out at 13m and hit two carp on the sunken island then went 11 metres to the point on banded pellet and hit another two carp but these were few and far between. I moved to my deep rig with a medium size cad pot of ground bait and pellet and the roach and skimmers kept coming. Steve went back on his bigger baits and in the last hour he was getting better quality fish than me. It came to the end of the match and we both thought 40-50lb so the weigh-in would be crucial. To the shed for the scales and the weigh-sling – remember to wet your net before setting the scales to zero and then I was first to weigh in. I knew I had 65 fish but a lot under a pound but for some reason my net did

across Weever fish, these are only small but can inflict a very nasty sting which could lead to hospital treatment being required , so be very wary of the little critters , there is a picture below of one so those of you not aware of them can identify them. tight lines for the month ahead here’s hoping there are some good numbers and big fish landed the action can be fast and furious and watch for a big Smoothhound or a Tope both of which are capable of dragging your rod seawards - you have been warned!!

1 A fair sized Turbot 2, A Spotted Ray looking very feisty ready to pounce 3. The infamous Weever fish 4. A nice double catch of a Smoothhound and A Thornback Ray

not feel as though I had such a weight. The golden rule ‘always check your keep net’ as I pulled the keep net out of the pond there were eight carp and two decent bream left in my net. The rest had swum out of a hole in the bottom – disaster. Steve weighed in with 42lb 06oz and was declared the winner but declined to take the £5 wager so I have offered to pay double in the return match. Two weeks previously I fished against another two that I had taught – Billy and Macca who are now regulars and again it was pre spawning so we were not expecting 100 lb weights and again they were already in pegs 15 and 16 when they asked for the match. I was looking forward to a day ticket on and off my box for a coffee or a chat with other anglers when the match was dropped on me. Billy was off to a flyer then Macca started to catch and in the first five hours I had 12lb of silvers and if not in the match would have put my gear away and gone indoors and watched the horse racing. The embarrassment of getting hammered was too much so I prepped ¼ inch meat and put five cubes in the catapult and one on the hook and fished the channel – bang first put in a 3lb carp – bang again but this time a 10lb plus that took me all over the pond until snapping off. It was a hot day and I needed more sun protection after five hours. My bait was running low and I needed the loo but time was running out with 45 minutes to go. I could feel myself burning and my bait tray was almost empty but I stayed put as another carp followed another then another. Billy and Macca were looking at their watches, I then lost another big carp and realised my elastics were under geared for the fish I was hitting and it dawned on me – I was under prepared because I had not gone out with the intention of fishing a match. I stepped back, left my peg, went indoors, applied sun cream, chopped another tin of meat, popped to the loo and was back on my peg in eight minutes. I had 25 minutes to boost my catch, with five more carp in those last minutes. The weight sling came out and I was first to weigh-in with 46lb 06oz with 34lb caught in the last hour. Billy said not enough and he was next but only had 33lb which came as a shock to him but he said Macca has done you! Macca was not so sure, and we tipped his fish into the sling then on to the scales – 44lb 08 oz. Now it is not about taking a fiver each off these whipper snappers, it is the grief I would have gotten over them offering me lessons etc and everyone on the pond would have known. The other side to the above is when I get chance to get on the pond, clear my head and just fish without a care in the world – this happens about once a month if I am lucky. Many of my customers say I would fish it every day if I owned it and I say well you would not have any customers because it is a full time job maintaining the fishery and well-being of the fish! I love my fishing but now the bowls season is under way and that is a sport I love even more – until next time. Tight lines Ron Bulless

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LOTS GOING ON AT HORNSEA RUFC SUMMER months are sometimes quiet times at rugby clubs up and down the land, but not here at Hornsea RUFC. There is lots planned for the summer including our annual Kayak Regatta at Dacre Lakes on 24th July. Our annual Golf AM/AM takes place on August 13. The

following day we have a 10 a side summer tournament taking place on August 14. Two pre-season fixtures follow this on August 21 and 28 before our return season back in the Yorkshire League, in Division 4, kicks off for us away at Wakefield based Stanley Rodillians on September 4.

Prior to all of this the club AGM takes place on July 8 when officers will be voted in for the forthcoming season and aims and plans discussed. If anybody would like to volunteer, assist or sponsor the club please get in touch on our social media channels.

Martin Lonsdale - A truly great Clubman Steve Crook - Hornsea RUFC President I AM saddened to write that last week we heard of the news of the passing of Martin Lonsdale. Martin was our oldest member of the club and also our longest serving member, he’d been a member since 1950, and had paid his annual subscription for the past 71 years, including earlier this year. His yearly subs would usually come along with a typed note wishing the club well for the forthcoming season and passing on his best wishes. I believe Martin first played for the club in 1950 after finishing his schooling at Bridlington where he had represented their 1st XV and also became the Yorkshire long jump champion with a 6th place finish in the English Schools Championships. Following a couple of years carrying out his National Service in the army in Hong Kong, Martin returned to Hornsea ready for the 1952/53 season. He went on to captain the 1st XV for two consecutive seasons, the 1953/54 season and the 1954/55 season. Martin was a strong player who played in the pack, and as often is the case at a grassroots club, from looking at the archives he played every position in the forwards! Martin wrote the match reports in the early to mid ‘50’s for the local press, he modestly very rarely mentioned himself but always wrote about others, the team sheets showed, some weeks he was prop forward, then in the 2nd Row and then Number Eight, I guess this was the Captain’s duty to cover all bases! After these two seasons Martin headed South West to Cheltenham where he attended St Paul’s College for three years to further his studies, during this time he played for the College 1st XV. Martin wasn’t just a player for Hornsea Rugby Union Club, he was also a well respected committee man, putting in a lot of time and effort into his duties. He was the Honorary Club Treasurer for 6 years

from 1959 to 1965, and was President of the club in the 1972/73 season coinciding with the time of the great Don Copley’s side of the early 1970’s. Then in the 1980’s and ‘90’s Martin became a Trustee of the Hollis Recreation Ground, again putting in his own time, dedication and effort to provide a great sporting home for the people of Hornsea and the surrounding area. One of Martin’s greatest achievements for the club, I believe, was being the club archivist for nearly 30 years. Having recently been handed the archives myself, by another club great, Rodney Robinson, I could instantly see the time and effort Martin put into being the club archivist. Items neatly filed, fixture books presented in chronological order, press clippings with dates / details and letters all carefully and meticulously kept, they are a joy to look through. Away from the rugby club, many people will remember Martin as a teacher at Hornsea Secondary School, he was the sports master when it first opened in 1958 and a Magistrate of course too. So a sportsman through and through, both on and off the pitch, it

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looks like Martin’s life was all about enjoyment and helping and serving others. A man, whose contribution to Hornsea Rugby Union Club for over 70 years, will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Martin, and all our heartfelt sympathies from the whole club go to all of the family. (Written with thanks to Martin’s son, Chris, who I’ve had contact with and who shared some of Martin’s great achievements etc..) Martin in his playing days for the club

SANCTION has now been granted by The East Riding County Football Association to run the 2021 competition in July. Full details of the draw

for the 2021 competition will be available on the Hornsea Community News social media and website as well as dates of matches and results as they are announced.

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