Withernsea & District Community News - August 2022

It’s Withernsea Carnival time!

THE SUN is shining, schools are out for summer and that can only mean one thing – it’s carnival time!

Withernsea Carnival is back and promises to be as big as ever. This year will mark the first full carnival programme since 2019 due to the pandemic. The committee members have been busy behind the scenes to bring days of free entertainment around Withernsea from August 20 to August 29.

The committee have said they have some of the favourite entertainers coming back for the carnival. These include Mr Paul Derek, Purple Pig Company, Stephen Brailsford, Marks Magical Kingdom and Richard Acklam. To see the full line up of events and to ensure you

don’t miss your favourite ones you can pick up a programme. This will also include details of the car treasure hunt, beach day, arts and crafts, races and pirates and princess day as well as the details you need to enter the window spotting competition.

Carnival Chairman, John Patchett said: “We are looking forward to putting on a full 10 days of Carnival. All events are free and this has been put together by the mainly new committee who are always looking at new ideas.”

Programmes will be available at various outlets across the town and further updates can be found on the Official Withernsea Carnival Facebook page.

AFTER announcing that Withernsea would lose their summer holiday lifeguard cover on weekdays the RNLI have made a U-turn and on Friday, July 29 confirmed the town will retain a lifeguard on the main section of the beach on both

weekdays and weekends until September 4.

On July 27 an announcement was made which stated: “Due to ongoing recruitment challenges, the RNLI has taken the decision to change the

operational days of Withernsea beach to weekends only. The East Yorkshire beach will no longer be patrolled on weekdays.

“Carl Harris, the RNLI's Regional Lifeguard Lead, called it a difficult decision,

but stated that this move will allow the remaining three East Yorkshire beaches to remain fully operational for seven days a week over the busy summer period.

“The charity urge all beach goers to choose a lifeguarded beach in

the East Yorkshire area this summer.

RNLI lifeguard patrols will be undertaken seven days a week at Bridlington North, Bridlington South and Hornsea beaches.”

This resulted in an outcry from the Town Council and East

Riding Ward Councillors as well as MP Graham Stuart and local residents disappointed Withernsea were the only town to not have this service in East Yorkshire.

Local planning application highlights

Planning applications submitted:

22/02443/PLF- Erection of a single storey extension to the side following demolition of existing at Spring Farm Bungalow, Out Newton Road, Out Newton 22/02366/PLF - Erection of two storey extension to side, single storey extension to rear and installation of first floor window to side at 33 East Bank Farm Cottages, East Bank Road, Sunk Island 22/02284/PLF – Change of use, alteration and conversion of existing redundant agricultural buildings to form 2 holiday cottages and 2 dwellings following demolition of existing modern agricultural buildings and associated works at North End Farm, Station Road, Keyingham 22/02261/PLF - Erection of single storey garage to rear (Part retrospective) at 18 Hubert Street, Withernsea 22/02299/PLF - Change of use of land for the sitting of serviced pods to form holiday accomodation and conversion of redundant building to form amenity/reception building at North End Farm, Station Road, Keyingham 22/02265/OUT – OUTLINE PLANNINGErection of two detached dwellings (All Matters Reserved) (Resubmission of

21/03639/OUT) at Land West Of Westside, Main Street, Roos 22/02254/PLF – Erection of a single storey extension to rear and side of dwelling to link dwelling to existing garage, conversion of existing garage into utility/workshop at ground floor and increase in height of garage to create storage area at first floor at 2 Griffiths Way, Keyingham 22/02187/PLF - Erection of 9 dwellings with associated access, garages, parking and infrastructure at Land East Of Guardians Road, Patrington 22/02045/PLF - Erection of single storey extension to the rear at 8 Lee Avenue, Withernsea 21/04622/PLF - Erection of two detached dwellings at Land East And West Of Grange Farm, Humber Lane, Welwick 21/04621/PLF - Change of use of land from agricultural to holiday use including erection of 6 'glamping/safari tents', a camping tent area, associated car park with overnight parking for vans/caravans, erection of a facilities building, and erection of a barn and stables for keeping ducks and chickens at Land East Of Grange Farm, Humber Lane, Welwick

21/03048/PLF - Change of use of land for the siting of 8 lodges (holiday lets) with amenities following demolition of redundant stables at Livery Stables, The White Hall, Patrington Road, Winestead

Planning decisions made: 22/01761/PLF - Erection of single storey extension to rear and construction of flat roof dormer to front following removal of existing conservatory at 9 Elm Tree Close, KeyinghamApproved 22/01669/PLF - Erection of single storey extension to side and rear at Eastmount, Chapel Lane, Keyingham – Approved 22/01489/OUT- OUTLINE PLANNINGErection of residential development (all matters reserved) at Land South Of Eastfield House, Pilmar Lane, Roos – Approved 22/01440/PLF- Erection of a single storey extension to side/front and erection of single storey detached garage following the removal of the existing garage and porch at Berriedale, Pinfold Lane, Roos – Approved 22/01313/PLF – Erection of two first floor extensions to side at Rose Cottage, Winestead Lane, Patrington – Approved 22/01260/PLF - Alterations and extensions

including erection of a two storey extension to side, construction of dormer extension to front and new dormer to rear and alterations to doors and windows at 1 Ombler Close, Keyingham– Approved

22/00654/PLF - Change of use and conversion of former court house to 2 dwellings with associated works at Former Courthouse, Railway Crescent, Withernsea –Approved

22/00195/PLF - Erection of 2 dwellings with integral garages and shared access following the demolition of existing dwelling and garage at Rossall, Ottringham Road, Keyingham –Approved

21/04082/PLF - Change of use, conversion and extension of agricultural building to form a dwelling at Little Farm, Rimswell Road, Halsham – Refused

21/02492/PLF - Erection of two storey rear extension at 9 Albemarle Road, Keyingham –Refused

17/01990/STREM - Erection of 11 dwellings following outline permission

13/03138/STOUT (Scale, Appearance and Landscaping to be considered) at Land North Of Eastfield House, Pilmar Lane, Roos –Approved

Family tribute to loving father as killer jailed

A ‘SELFISH and reckless’ drink driver has been sentenced to five years and four months in prison after he admitted death by dangerous driving.

Entering a guilty plea at court at an earlier date, Robert Woodruff, aged 36, of Bannister Street, Withernsea appeared at Hull Crown Court on Wednesday, July 20 for sentencing. Robert Woodruff was also disqualified from driving for five years which has been extended by two years eight months. He will be required to take an extended driving test following the ban.

Having drank an excessive amount of alcohol at numerous pubs in Withernsea, Robert Woodruff then got behind the wheel of a car, whilst over the limit, to drive to a party. Driving along the A1033 Patrington Road between Ottringham and Patrington drunk, Robert’s vehicle veered onto the opposite side of the carriageway and collided with a cyclist. Sadly the cyclist, 56-year-old Richard Goodwin sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene of the collision.

Speaking of their devastating loss

Richard Goodwin’s family said: “Firstly we would like to thank Humberside Police for their diligent work over the last year, with special mention to our family liaison officer Emily Green and Sarah Dewhurst the OIC for the care shown towards us.

“We’d also like to thank to the prosecuting barrister Mr Jeremy Evans for showing genuine passion in wanting to seek justice for our dad.

“We've tried to carry ourselves with dignity and respect over this incredibly difficult year, whilst Robert Woodruff has seemingly carried on his life without showing an ounce of remorse. Whilst he now faces five years behind bars, we are destined to live out our own life sentence - life without our wonderful dad.

“We hope that the changes to the death by dangerous law brought in act as a tougher deterrent in the hope that no other families suffer the pain and hurt we continue to go through every day.

“We wish to thank

everyone that has supported us as we now try and move forward with our lives.”

Serious Collisions Unit Constable Sarah Dewhurst said: “Before I address the actions of Mr Woodruff, I would firstly like to acknowledge Richard’s family who have handled such a tragic and horrific time in their lives with courage and dignity.

“At the time of the incident Richard had been at a BBQ with friends and was cycling home when the collision occurred. He was a doting father and leaves behind a loving family including five children, sister and parents. He was a kind, caring, selfless person who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

“I have no doubt that Richard’s family will continue to grieve for him, but in time I hope it will provide them with some comfort in knowing Robert Woodruff has been brought to justice for his selfish and reckless actions. Our thoughts remain with them at this difficult time.

“Time after time we continue to deal with people who think it’s okay to drive under the influence of

alcohol. If you have been drinking, it is simple, do not get behind the wheel of a vehicle. It really can mean the difference between life and death, not only for yourself but for innocent members of the public too.

“I would like to thank all those who assisted police with our enquiries and encourage people to report any concerns that someone may be drink or drug driving.”

Please speak to your local team or call to report information via our non-emergency 101 line or in an emergency dial 999. If you would prefer to report information anonymously you can do so via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

Richard Goodwin with his children

Speaking after the initial announcement to cut the service Withernsea Town Council Clerk Jayne Moxon said: “This decision has been implemented practically overnight, with no consultation, even our own Ward Councillors were not aware of the situation. It is understandable that changes may need to be made due to staffing issues, but they should be fairly applied, with notice. We are very disappointed that the East Riding of Yorkshire Council foreshores team has not raised this before the final decision was made. This decision will undoubtedly take people away from our town during the busy summer months, where they will use Hornsea or Bridlington guarded beaches. Of course public safety is of paramount importance, our town is busy with lots of visitors now, and cover is needed here too.”

Withernsea Mayor Councillor Jacqui Blackburn also demanded answers to how this decision had been made and why Withernsea were suffering the full cuts as well as why there was such short notice.

South East Holderness Ward Councillor Clare Holmes after hearing about the cut

commented on her disappointment adding: “I have received an assurance from East Riding Yorkshire Council that they will continue to work with the RNLI to attempt to improve the service provision during the holiday period. However, I am aware that Graham Stuart MP has called for the decision to be reconsidered.

I would also as Ward Councillor ask for the decision to be reconsidered so that any reductions in service could be equally applied across geographical areas not the withdrawal of a service predominantly in one area. I have written to the Director of this service at East Riding Yorkshire Council to ask why we as Ward Councillors were not involved in this decision and why we were not informed earlier. I have asked for clarification of the extent East Riding Yorkshire Council were involved in the decision making and / or had any control over this decision.”

Graham Stuart MP called on East Riding Council and the RNLI to reconsider the short notice decision to withdraw weekday lifeguard coverage of Withernsea beach at the height of the summer holiday season.

Mr Stuart said: “It is totally unacceptable to withdraw coverage in this way, at a

time when local businesses in Withernsea are struggling to rebuild what they lost over the past two appalling years, and to direct visitors to other East Yorkshire beaches.

Withernsea is arguably one of the safer beaches on this stretch of coast, but not if lifeguard cover goes. I will not stand by and see Withernsea abandoned in this way. I am calling on the RNLI to resume coverage and I will do all I can to help them do so.”

Many members of the public also spoke out about the decision to withdraw the service. Then late afternoon on Friday, July 29 before the changes were due to come in on Monday, August 1 a statement confirmed a u-turn had been made. It stated:

“The RNLI is pleased to confirm that a full lifeguard service will continue on Withernsea beach until the end of the season on Sunday, September 4.

“Despite ongoing recruitment challenges, the RNLI has worked hard with the landowner and other stakeholders to ensure our lifeguard service could continue without interruption and we are delighted that this is now the case.

“At all times the RNLI's priority was to maximise safety cover for beaches in the area. RNLI lifeguards are highly skilled and essential to the charity's lifesaving service. If you are

interested in applying for the role, please visit summerjobs.rnli.org.”

Responding to the news the service was to continue South East Holderness Ward

Councillor

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Clare Holmes said: “We are all extremely pleased to receive this news from the RNLI and grateful for the work done to make it possible for the RNLI to

a full service over the summer holidays. They are a valued service who will make an important contribution to a busy and safe summer in Withernsea.”

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help monitor coastal erosion

East Riding of Yorkshire Council have launched the ‘Active Beacon’ Photopost Project, a joint initiative with the University of Hull’s Energy & Environment Institute, which is linked to the global CoastSnap programme.

With strong links to the Blue Health agenda, the Photopost Project takes advantage of our blue spaces to improve active recreation, physical activity opportunities and mental wellbeing, through the development of connected and accessible infrastructure.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the East Yorkshire coast’s iconic locations, whilst capturing hidden gems on camera. A series of artistic wood turned photoposts lead the way, offering connected trails and wayfinding, with opportunities to support coastal monitoring of the landscape through the University of Hull’s ‘Active Learning’ programme and free citizen-led science.

Taking inspiration from historic coastal landmarks, these sympathetic active beacons can be explored across a number of locations on the East Yorkshire coast, building links to the future rollout of the England Coast path throughout 2022 and beyond, including trails at: • Sewerby to Bempton

• Hornsea

• Withernsea

• Spurn Point

Visitors can set out on a linear route to take in a cluster of posts, map their own circular route, or try and complete them all and cover the East Yorkshire coast. For a full list of routes, visit:

www.visiteastyorkshire.co.uk/things-todo/active-beacons-coast-photo-posts-p161 9071

Also look out for a series of led walks as part of the Active Coast ‘Explore’ offer www.activecoast.org and within the Walking East Yorkshire Festival in September www.walkingeastyorkshirefestival.co.uk

Photoposts ‘Active Beacons’

The photoposts have been manufactured and designed by Galvin Brothers of Beverley, with each one holding information plaques and QR codes to direct users to further information on the wider project.

Users are encouraged to take photos and upload to social media using the hashtag name listed on each beacon.

The locations for each of the 26 posts can be found by using the what3words app (downloadable from the App Store).

What3words is an easy way to identify precise locations with every 3m square, given a unique combination of three words (this is called a what3words address). All what3words addresses are easy to say and share, and as accurate as GPS coordinates.

University of Hull’s ‘Active Learning’ Programme

The ‘Active Learning’ programme aims to:

• Develop a free citizen science led beach monitoring initiative that supports and data collection of our changing coastline

• Build a visual timeline of the changing landscape by observing seasonal changes and gaining a better understanding of coastal erosion, natural habitats and the

environment

• Integrate environmental education opportunities and promote awareness of protecting our coast to local schools, young people and families

• Build a community database that provides new insights on coastal responses to changing weather and wave conditions and extreme storms.

• Support research with the ‘Yorkshire Marine Nature Partnership’ into how our marine ecosystems link with other elements of our coastline, including heritage, tourism and industry Find out more about the Active Learning Project on https://activelearning.hull.ac.uk/

What is CoastSnap?

CoastSnap is an international programme, initially developed by the University of New South Wales (Australia), that is used to gather data on coastlines and to engage the communities through a citizen science approach, allowing individuals to engage with measuring how beaches and coastlines change over time. Visitors are able to take photographs with smart phones which will enable them to capture a valuable and consistent record of the beach/coast state, which can then be uploaded and shared via the CoastSnap App and/or social media channels. Find out more about CoastSnap project on their website.

COVID Recovery

Supported by Public Health, this project enhances opportunities to explore the

wonderful East Yorkshire coast, encouraging residents and visitors to exercise outdoors and improve their health and wellbeing through walking, running and cycling following the COVID-19 pandemic. Councillor Jane Evison, portfolio holder for economic investment, growth and tourism at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “During the pandemic our beautiful East Riding Coastline became increasingly popular as residents and visitors to the area looked to increase their physical activity levels whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery.

“The ‘Active Beacon’ Photopost Project looks to continue to promote this whilst also using the opportunity to monitor the serious issue of coastal erosion using the wooden art installations. I would encourage visitors to the coastline in the upcoming months to take part in the project and discover the stunning views on offer.”

Katie Parsons, lead researcher at the University of Hull, said: “These photopost installations along the East Riding coast combine getting outdoors with learning about our wider coastal environments and monitoring how they are changing over time.

“The project makes everyone with access to a smart phone a miniscientist, collecting important data on coastal erosion processes through to the longer-term changes resulting from sea-level rise.”

Partners

The project has been supported and funded by a wide range of partners including:

Visit East Yorkshire

ERYC Health & Wellbeing Team (Active Coast)

University of Hull’s Higher Education

Innovation Fund

Yorkshire Coast Bid

The RSPB Bempton Cliffs

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

ERYC Public Health

Yorkshire Marine Nature Partnership

There’s plenty to do this summer to keep you active

By Active Withernsea

PACE

On Wednesday July 13 we set the PACE at the launch event for the new Physical Activity Community Engagement (PACE) Network, the future of physical activity and community engagement in Withernsea. This was a great success, built on our love of Withernsea, trying new things, and engaging with the whole community. This fun, innovative network is here to connect us together. We had over 40 people in attendance and received some great feedback after the session. Together the next step will be to build the network of enthusiastic and passionate PACE setters. Although the launch event has taken place, we still need you! If you’re interested in being part of a new, exciting network to support physical activity in Withernsea get in touch by emailing: Active.withernsea@eastriding.gov.uk or phoning: 01964 782299 or pop in and visit us at 170 Queen Street.

Walking Booklet

Do you like walking but stick to the same route? A new walking booklet containing different levels of walks for all abilities is now available from the Active Withernsea shop at 170 Queen Street. There are maps to follow, links to online options and the opportunity to take part in some of the town’s classic walks such as the Fish Trail, Fossil Furlongs and Walk for the Fallen. The booklets will also be available at weekends from the Pier Towers.

Withstock Skate Park

Thanks to their successful Get Going Grant application, the Town Council provided a mobile Skate Park at this year’s Unlock the Rock Withstock event on July 30. The mobile skate park provided an opportunity for people new to skating/scootering to try some taster sessions whilst providing half-pipes and launch ramps for regular riders.

Beach and Sea Sports

On August 7 and 8 there will be a selection of FREE activities and games on the sea, beach, prom and neighbouring gardens. These include yoga, guided coastal walks and beach games. Members of community groups for activities such as tennis and walking football will also be there to answer any questions and help you to get involved! Blip Active will be hosting a 1 mile, 500m or 250m sea swim, an aquathon and a 300m paddle board race on Sunday 7th August this is open to everyone. Plus there are potential visits from Withernsea, Bridlington and Humber RNLI Lifeboats and police boats if operations allow. If you would like to take part in the Blip Active events, then please register via their website https://blipactive.com/event/swimrun-sunday/

Multi sports sessions

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday there will be multi sports sessions for young people in Withernsea hosted by Pelican Park Community Trust. For more information and to book your place, contact the team at Pelican Park on 01482 703114.

StreetGames free sports festival

For children aged 8-12, as part of the summer holidays programme, StreetGames are running a BIG, FREE sports festival on

Wednesday August 24th at Withernsea Playing Fields from 11am -2:30pm. There will be music, loads of different sports, free tshirts, a free hot lunch, and lots of prizes to win! Children must be registered, head over to our Facebook (Active Withernsea) page where you will find the link to register.

Let’s connect – get in touch We’re always keen to find ways that we can support you, whether that be on existing active projects or new ideas. It all starts with a conversation. You can get in touch by…

• Emailingactive.withernsea@eastriding.gov.uk.

• Paying a visit to the Active Withernsea shop @170 Queen Street. Monday to Friday, 11am4pm. Please note that the shop opening times may change at short notice.

• Calling us on (01964) 782299. Don’t forget you can keep up to date by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or by simply visiting www.activewithernsea.org.

1 & 2: PACE: The PACE launch event saw over 40 people attend

3: BOOKLETS: Walking booklets are now available to pick up from Active Withernsea at 170 Queen Street

Annual garden party at the lighthouse

FRIENDS of Withernsea Lighthouse are holding their annual garden party on Sunday, August 7 from 12 noon to 4pm. The party will feature tabletop sales, raffles, tombola, music throughout the day and Withernsea Pierrots. There will be refreshments including tea, coffee, cake, soft drinks and hot dogs. Entry is free and the charity hope people will support their first event since the Covid pandemic.

Walking from Redcar to Spurn Point for charity

EIGHT year old Alba Stogden is preparing to embark on her tenth charity fundraiser since March 2021. In September she plans to walk from Redcar to Spurn Point in a week. She is arriving in Withernsea

on day six on September 17 and is staying the night in the town. This latest fundraiser is supporting Re-think mental health charity. Alba from Pontefract had the goal for the tenth challenge to raise £500 which she smashed on July 24 having now raised £680. Alba’s previous fundraisers included walking 310,000 steps for Samaritans, ANDYSMANCLUB were the second charity to benefit when Alba completed 200 Miles in May 2021, altogether with nine fundraisers Alba has raised over £15,700 as well as endless awareness of the various charities which all have a mental health theme.

The tenth fundraiser starts from the Lighthouse in Redcar on September 12 and Alba will walk down the coast all the way to Spurn Point. It's around 123 miles and the plan is to complete it in seven days with a stay over each night along the route. Night one will be Staithes then on to Robin Hoods Bay before a night in Scarborough, then to Flamborough with night five in Hornsea and the sixth night in Withernsea and the final seventh night in Easington.

To follow her journey visit Alba’s Adventures Facebook page or visit her websiteL albasadventures.co.uk You can also donate at justgiving.com/fundraising/Albas-walkfrom-Redcar-to-Spurnpoint

READY: Alba in her fundraising tshirt ready for her next challenge in September

OPEN MIC NIGHTS IN WITHERNSEA

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OPEN mic nights will be taking place from 7pm at Ellis’ Cafe in Withernsea in August. Entry is free and there are featured artists and open mic slots. On Friday, August 12 Richard Silvester is the featured artist mainly performing cover versions. On Friday, August 19 Frank Johnson is the featured artist with covers and originals.

Puffin sculpture trail now live and calendar competition

PUFFINS have flown into East Yorkshire including Withernsea as they find new and often unlikely habitats! These are no ordinary puffins, but beautiful, artist decorated sculptures, standing proudly 1.5m tall, colourful beacons in the landscape.

‘Puffins Galore!’ will harness the special magnetism of this popular, but endangered, seabird to attract more visitors to the glorious East Yorkshire Coast. This, a mass participation public art event, is modelled on the hugely successful and award winning Hull and East Riding trails - ‘Larkin with Toads’ and ‘A Moth for Amy’.

Until the end of October this year, 42 Puffins will delight people of all ages as they search for them from Bempton and Flamborough in the north to Easington and Kilnsea in the south, and at towns and cities inland.

Bridlington, Hornsea, Withernsea, Beverley, Cottingham and Hull will all have their own Puffin mini-trails.

To find out more about Puffins Galore! and to download the puffin spotter’s guide and other information please

Withernsea

visit http://puffinsgalore.co.uk/ Paper guides are available in local businesses and at the Hornsea Library.

A new Puffins Galore! photographic calendar competition has also been launched.

If you want to see your favourite Puffins Galore! photo published in the 2023 Christmas Charity Calendar, choose three of your best Puffins Galore! photos and the Puffins Galore! team will select their favourite 12 to appear in it.

Entry requirements:

● Every photo must feature 1 of the puffin sculptures and you can get creative!

● The deadline for submission is 12 noon on Friday 30 September 2022.

● You can submit up to three photos as high resolution jpeg files.

● Email photos to clare@puffinsgalore.co.uk including your full name, phone number and postal address

● Please include subject line: Photo competition.

The Puffins Galore! 2023 Charity Calendar will be available from November 1 priced £9.95 including postage from the online shop https://bit.ly/3OxCUwZ as well as from many outlets across East Yorkshire. All profits will go to the four charities supported by the project these being: Hornsea Inshore Rescue, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, RSPB and The RNLI.

By Kevin Watson

On July 2 there were 42 on parade, including a homeless chap who was passing by, invited in and made welcome.

Great banter, the free raffle was enjoyed, even the last prize of packets of Haribos!

Thank you to all who came, we were a tad rushed, keeping up with teas/coffees, so there were no photos taken, apologies from admin! Thanks to the Rosy Leaf Café, who have stepped in to cover the supply of the butties for the short-term.

On July 16 a lively 38 turned up for a butty, brew, and banter. After the boys went and collected the sandwiches, the free raffle was drawn, Darren Johnson being the Raffle

Meister, with prizes handed out by Bridget. Another good morning, so nice to see and hear the buzz and chatter, cracking banter. Rosy Leaf café did us proud with the butties again.

We now have a further four plaques to put up on our wall, plus a handmade Royal Engineers from a members grandfather who served, lovingly polished and restored by Ian Blowes.

As the Community News goes to press The Withernsea AFVBC Jubilee celebratory buffet lunch will be held on Saturday July 30 at the Meridian Centre in Withernsea, So far we have 45 coming. Free lunch, and live music.

This event is sponsored by the Roos Wind Farm Grants, and Tesco’s of Withernsea Ian Blowes will be taking part in the 2022 Ride To The Wall, and has kindly offered to lay crosses at individual Regimental

memorials at the National Arboretum when he goes. Crosses will be supplied free of charge. A book is available at each Breakfast Club meeting for members to nominate memorials if they so wish.

School

THE School House Nursery in Holmpton held a leavers prom and graduation for their children who are leaving to go to school in September.

The event on Friday, July 15 saw the children enjoy a graduation carnival with special dress up guests and fairground games. The nursery said after the event: “Thank you to everyone who came to our leavers Prom 2022. Our last one was in 2019, so we had to go all out! Thank you to all our wonderful staff, who spent hours of

their own precious time at home making things just perfect today. We missed Liz bless her poorly at home, who made the wonderful knitted owls. Thank you to Laura Lazenby at personal 4u balloons for the loan of the marquee, and to the parents who donated the stage, and the balloon arch! Most of all thank you to the parents, for trusting us with your special children. We have had a blast and will miss them all so much. We also had a little moment thinking of the last two years’ worth of children that missed out.”

MONEY MATTERS WITH WITHERNSEA CREDIT UNION

By Matthew Lloyd

YOU can easily find yourself spending some serious amounts of cash if heading abroad for your summer holidays – so here are some tips, courtesy of Money Saving Expert (https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip/), to help keep your costs down before you set off:

1. Know your rights. Thousands of flights are being cancelled, so look into what your cancellation rights are if you are flying soon – depending on the timing, you may be entitled to compensation.

2. Holiday habits. Be aware that certain habits and customs which are acceptable in the UK may not be elsewhere – such as jaywalking and feeding pigeons, which can lead to fines in certain countries.

3. Rebook your hotel if it gets cheaper. Check the price of your hotel booking before you stay to see if the price has dropped – if your booking allows free cancellation, you can simply rebook it for less.

4. Pay in Euros. When paying or withdrawing cash by card in Euros, your home bank or credit card company does the conversion for you – which typically works out cheaper than the conversion used by foreign banks when paying in pounds.

5. Check you have a valid EHIC or GHIC. These cards allow access to state-run hospitals in EU countries for the same price a person local to that country would pay – millions are expiring this year, so make sure that yours is valid.

6. Book airport parking. Even if it’s on the day itself, book parking at the airport in advance – it will be cheaper than what you would pay when just turning up.

7. Get travel insurance. Without it, you risk racking up expenses if something goes wrong. For example, you could lose the cost of the entire holiday if yourself or a family member were to fall ill beforehand and you’re unable to go. Many policies would pay out here –however, what they cover does vary, so make sure you check the small print.

8. Use the cheapest bureau de change. Check the exchange rates at different bureaus if wanting to take cash. And bear in mind that the bureaus at airports are normally expensive.

Stay safe and of course remember to have fun this summer.

Advice Column

I’m due to fly to Spain during the school summer holidays. After hearing about all the problems at airports, I’m really worried. My family have been looking forward to this and it’s cost us a lot of money. What do we do if our flight is cancelled or delayed?

A lot of people will be worried after seeing the recent news about flights. If you face issues, the Citizens Advice website has lots of information about what to do when your flight is delayed or cancelled.

If you’re already at the airport when they announce the delay, the airline should give you food and drink, access to phone calls and emails. You should also get accommodation if you’re delayed overnight (including journeys to and from the airport). Your airline might offer you vouchers to pay for these or advise you to keep receipts to claim back expenses later. They will only refund ‘reasonable’ expenses, not expensive meals or luxury hotels. What counts as a long enough delay to get this help depends on how long your flight is. A short flight only needs to be delayed two hours, whereas a flight of more than 3,500km needs to be more than four hours. It’s worth knowing that if your flight is delayed for more than five hours, you don’t have to take it. The airline legally has to give you a full refund for that flight (and any onward flights and return flights if you’re part-way through a connecting journey). Talk to someone from the airline as soon as you decide you don’t want to fly.

If your flight is cancelled altogether, you’ve a legal right to either a full refund or a replacement flight to get you to your destination. The refund includes any onward flights and money for a return flight if you’re part-way through a connecting journey. Ask about this at the airport if you can.

Don’t just rebook another flight yourself - check with the airline first because it’s their responsibility to sort out your replacement. If you do have to rebook it yourself, keep any receipts and evidence of why the airline couldn’t do this for you, for example screenshots of live chats. If the cancellation ends up delaying you getting to your holiday by two or more hours, you’re entitled to help with costs.

Check if you’re entitled to compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight. Again, this will depend on how long the delay was, the distance, and whether it’s the airline’s fault.

The Citizens Advice website has details on claiming compensation for delays or cancellations from the airline. You might also be able to claim from your travel insurance – check if your policy covers this.

Alternatively you can book an appointment with an adviser based at Shores by calling 01482 224511.

Want to help others?

We are looking for new volunteers. If you are good at chatting to others, you could be perfect for our service. No prior experience is required and full training will be provided. You could make a real difference to people’s lives, have a positive impact on your community, and develop a set of great skills and experiences. Email volunteering@hulleastridingcab.org.uk for more info.

WITHERNSEA TOWN COUNCIL NEWS

Summer Events

Withernsea Town Council celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with the lighting of the Beacon and a Thanksgiving Service. A Rose Garden was also built which is surrounded by trees in honour of the Queen. In Celebration of the Coastguard being in service for 200 years a Strictly Shanty event was held. The Mayor, Councillor Jacqui Blackburn and Consort Councillor Ian Blackburn hosted the event. An afternoon of singing well known Sea Shanties including ‘What shall we do with a drunken sailor’

This summer Withernsea Town Council brought you many free events in Valley Gardens. On the 25th June Richard Harries invited friends to come along to the Meridian Centre to perform in the Midsummer Local Sets. A lovely afternoon and we were well entertained. The 3rd July we were pleased to see our friends The East Riding of Yorkshire Band return to the Valley Gardens. This lovely local band from Hessle performed themes from well known films and the audience were soon tapping their feet in time to the music. Richard Harries then returned to the Valley Gardens on the 16th July with Rhythm & Rhyme which show cased local artists, poets, singer song writers and story tellers. Another lovely day in Valley Gardens. If you want to know what is happening in Withernsea check out the website: www.withernseatowncouncil.co.uk/Events and on the various notice boards around the town. Facebook and Twitter are where we promote our events and Seaside FM will also let you know what is happening.

Cllr. Felicity Walmsley.

Puffins

Aren’t they great!? I just love our Puffins –which is a good job as I am the Puffin Pal to the one at the RNLI station on the South Prom. We check him/her as often as we can and give him/her a wash every week, checking for any damage. So far none has occurred. There is always someone to chat to whilst we are there. Often, it’s people who are on holiday, sometimes its locals or day trippers. They are a great talking point, aren’t they?

Since the Puffin Trail started, we have managed to spot Puffins at Bempton, Flamborough, Bridlington, Hornsea and Hull, but we still have plenty more to spot before the trail ends in October. My favourite Puffin changes all the time. I do love the one in Hull, near the fountains, Headscarf Revolutionary, but, as a knitter, I love the clever painting of the one in our Memorial Gardens ‘Can he knit, yes he Gansey’. The stitches look so realistic, and the ‘knitting’ has been done on four needles if you look closely. I think other fellow knitters will have a soft spot for that Puffin too. Puffin fans of Withernsea, please keep checking, keep on loving our Puffins and chatting to our visitors. You are the public face of Withernsea. It’s you being so friendly that keeps visitors coming back to our town, or even deciding like me, to live here. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else!

Mayor, Cllr. Jacqui Blackburn.

Allotments Are Fun

Do you like fresh food? Tasty fruit and vegetables? Well, Withernsea Town Council

have something for you. Allotments.

Like many people all over the country, I have an allotment. In the past three years I have had fresh fruit like strawberries covered in cream or ice cream and turned the surplus into home made jam. I have had potatoes straight from the soil for Sunday lunch. Along with sweet corn, broccoli, beans and peas and carrots. Grown my own tomatoes and peppers. I know where my food comes from and how it was grown. In my way, I am helping keep down the food miles cost.

I have had gooseberries, raspberries, black and red berries, rhubarb used in crumbles and even a pumpkin for Halloween. So could you. But allotments are so much more. You are getting fresh air, exercise and meeting other allotment holders. Being proud of what you grow. Fighting nature and the weather. Taking on insects and birds who also like your berries. It can be hard work at the start, getting your plot ready. Digging and sowing and of course, weeding. But when you see those shoots coming up or the flowers on your spuds and beans, a sense of pride is overwhelming. So, could you do it too?

Withernsea Town Council have a few plots left. Meet me on the allotment site and we can show you how others have succeeded and how you can too. We can do deals for the first year over cost.

INTERESTED? – You have nothing to lose and certainly everything to gain. Give the Council offices a ring and arrange a meeting. In a year’s time, you too could be feeling like I do. Happy with what I have grown, a good deal fitter and eating good and tasty food. What is stopping you?

Cllr. Ian Blackburn

Reflections

As Withernsea gets into the full swing of the Summer Holidays I’m reflecting on my first three months as Mayor. This was triggered by the past week as I looked back at my diary and saw how different the events I had attended had been..

On the Monday I had fun at the Youth Club held in Valley Gardens. They are a great bunch of youngsters that attend, and the adults there really enjoy themselves too. It’s a happy time and place. I chatted to several of the youngsters there and a few of them did ask “Are you really the Mayor?”. I wasn’t wearing my Mayoral chains (it wasn’t an official visit). I am female, I am a wheelchair user and at 4’10 ½ “I’m shorter than most, if not all of them. I suppose I really don’t look like their idea of a Mayor! Rather disappointingly I didn’t get very wet when there were fights with water filled balloons and water pistols. I heard later that they had been told not to get me wet, and they didn’t. I was just a bit close when the balloons exploded sometimes.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday consisted of meetings, both Zoom and face to face, phone calls and dealing with and answering emails etc. The usual sort of stuff that needs to be dealt with in a Councillor’s life.

On the Friday my day could not have been more different that Monday evening’s fun filled events. On behalf of the people of Withernsea and Withernsea Town Council, I attended the funeral of a wellrespected member of our community. It was a sad occasion, but I listened as family members recalled their happy memories of him and learnt so much more about his life than I knew. It was an honour to be asked to attend.

The Sunday of that week, I travelled to a far corner of East Riding to Snaith and Cowick’s Civic Service, held at Snaith Priory. There I had the opportunity to meet Mayors from all over the East Riding, as well as the Lord Lieutenant of Yorkshire and the Chair of East Riding. My job there was to network, telling people all about what is happening in Withernsea, and of our part in the Puffin Trail. Hopefully, I have encouraged more people to visit and spread the word about what Withernsea has to offer. No two days are the same, it can be tiring, often it’s fun, there is certainly variety, and you, the people of Withernsea make it worthwhile.

Mayor, Cllr. Jacqui Blackburn.

What does a Councillor Do?

So, you think you can be a Councillor. How difficult can it be? Oh, anyone can do it. Or is it just the words you read on social media that makes it look easy?

In May 2023 there are full elections for Withernsea Town Council. Is this your chance to do something good for the town, could YOU do it?

The best way is to spend the next few months learning what being a Town Councillor is about, what they can do and just as importantly, what they can’t do. There are only nine more full Council meetings before the election. So, attend a few of those and see what is brought to the Council and imagine how you would deal with those issues. Find out what powers a Town Councillor has. Find out how a Town Councillor deals with what comes to Council. Better still, shadow a Councillor and learn what you as a Councillor would do, or could do, or even seek how to put forward your ideas to the Council.

Being a Councillor requires commitment. You would be summoned to attend monthly meetings. Being a Councillor is not picking your own way, do what you want. You would be representing your town. Remember at all times, you do not do it just to be noticed. Good Councillors get on with the task and rarely seek reward. If it’s for our town, that is enough. Seeking praise over social media is self-indulgent and not worthy of a Councillor. Then there are outside of Council meetings. Representing the Town Council at all sorts of organisations throughout the town. Internal meetings include Finance meetings, Events meetings and even meetings about writing articles for the papers. We listen to the people over their concerns, or what they would like to see done in the town. Bring your own ideas to

the Council, fully worked out as to how they would be done, who by and how much it would cost. Ideas always need working on before being presented.

BUT, it’s fun, it’s time consuming, it’s interesting and it’s important to your town’s citizens that you represent them to the best of your ability. That is why it is important that anyone wishing to be a Councillor understands just what is involved.

After all those considerations and you still want a go, just do it, it’s worthwhile. Get the knowledge and get your name on that ballot paper. See you at a Council meeting soon. Cllr. Ian Blackburn

Forthcoming Events

• The Rockin Deltones – Saturday 4th September 2-4pm Valley Gardens.

A four-piece Rockabilly Band playing sounds of the 50’s.

For more information, visit www.withernseatowncouncil.co.uk/Events

Future Town Council Meeting

Dates:

Agendas are available on the download section of the Withernsea Town Council website and the Town Council notice board at the Meridian Centre. The meetings below commence at 7:00pm

• Monday 12th September

• Monday 10th October

• Monday 14th November

Meet Your Councillors

• Saturday 27th August 12noon-2pm

• Saturday 24th September 12noon -2pm

• Saturday 29th October 12noon-2pm

How to contact us

• Telephone: 01964 614984

• Email: info@withernseatowncouncil.co.uk

• Website: www.withernseatowncouncil.co.uk

• In person: The Meridian Centre, 201 Queen Street, Withernsea, HU19 2HH

• Office hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11am to 3pm

Your Town Councillors.

Mayor – Cllr Jacqui Blackburn - 01964 781688

Deputy Mayor – Cllr Lyn Healing - 07724 901527

Cllr Ian Blackburn - 01964 781688

Cllr Alex Camplin – 01964 614984

Cllr Brian Cloke - 01964 612603

Cllr Paul Davig - 07504 971829

Cllr Christine Mathers – 07847 999003

Cllr Kelvin Smith – 01964 781614

Cllr Felicity Walmsley - 01964 613614

Cllr Stewart Winters - 01964 615627

Staff

Town Clerk – Mrs J Moxon PSLCC

Deputy Town Clerk – Mrs C Brattan

Administration – Mrs K Dawson

Maintenance – Mr T Grinney, Mr D Thomas, Mr C Herd

Withernsea’s ERYC Ward Councillors

Cllr L Healing 07724 901527

Cllr C Holmes 07912 346503

Cllr D Tucker 01964 650593

MINUTES really do matter in the event of a cardiac arrest. It is why lifesaving defibrillators are being put into some of the most remote UK communities, thanks to frontline maritime emergency search and rescue service, HM Coastguard.

Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) are now in HM Coastguard’s vehicles and in its stations, creating the largest geographical spread of all the emergency services. It adds extra life saving capability at emergencies and can help people in some of the UK’s remote communities.

AEDs are also in all other buildings belonging to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, including marine offices around the UK, adding extra protection for employees in the event of heartrelated ill health at work.

Dr Paddy Morgan, HM Coastguard’s Medical Director said that the introduction of AEDs can help people in local communities,

as well as for coastal incidents: “Minutes really do matter in the event of a cardiac arrest and having rapid access to an AED can make a significant difference to the chances of someone going home to their loved one or not. Working with our partners in the other emergency services, we have become an integral part of the network that reduces the time to effective defibrillation for people in our communities in an emergency,” he said.

In a coastal emergency always dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard. For non urgent enquiries call Humber MRCC on 01262 672317.

School says farewell to long-serving staff By Tim Nuttall

THE END of the academic year brought with it the end of an era at Withernsea High School when five long-serving members of staff were among those saying goodbye as they left for pastures new.

Racking up a combined service of almost 130 years between them, the group have been praised for their commitment to the school and its students, both past and present.

From the teaching staff, Sarah Britchford (Teacher of Science) leaves after 25 years, Janine Keith (Teacher of Art) after 22 years and Hayley Davis (various roles but latterly Teacher of Maths) after 20 years.

Meanwhile, for Office Manager Katharine Emerson and SEN Manager Elaine McCreaddie, their departure marks the start of a wellearned retirement after 32 years and 30 years’ service respectively.

In an emotional leaving ceremony held at the school on the penultimate day of term, the departing staff were given a platform to share their memories and, in turn, be thanked for their dedication to the school.

Headteacher Mark Crofts commented: “On behalf of the entire Withernsea High School community,

I would like to thank our departing staff for their contributions to the continuing success of the school and wish them all the very best of luck for the new roles and challenges that await them in September. Their commitment to our school has been invaluable and deeply appreciated by the countless students who have had the privilege of being supported by them during their time with us.”

Also leaving the school were a number of staff who may not have been there for the length of time noted above but, in the relatively

short time they have been there, have made a real impact and a valuable contribution to the lives of its students. These include Matt McGrath (Head of Science), Marcus Hall (Teacher of Maths), Luke Chambers (Teacher of English), Damien Halls (Teacher of DT) and Lauren Sainsbury (Cover Supervisor).

SCHOOL SAYS FAREWELL:

Long-serving staff members (left to right) Janine Keith, Sarah Britchford and Hayley Davis (Photo by Tim Nuttall)

Saturday

live 8.45pm start

Sunday 31st July Children’s disco, Karaoke from 2.30pm

Thursday 4th August Darts knockout £2 entry 7.30pm

Saturday 6th August Grill night food event 5-8.30pm

Ian David (Neil Diamond) 8.45pm

Sunday 7th August Children’s games outside, Bingo from 2.30pm

Saturday 13th August The Elderberries live band 8.45pm start

Sunday 14th August Karaoke and Quiz from 2.30pm

Thursday 18th August Pool knockout £2 entry 7.30pm

Saturday 20th August Bingo, Karaoke, Kids got talent from 2.30pm 9teesband live band 8.45pm

Sunday 21st August ‘Play your cards right’ from 2.30pm

Saturday 27th August Bingo, Karaoke, Kids got talent from 2.30pm

End of summer BBQ. Venus live band 8.45pm

Thursday 1st September Darts knockout £2 entry 7.30pm

Saturday September 3rd Connor Penson, live singer 8.45pm

Saturday 10th September Karaoke 7pm

Thursday 15th September Pool knockout £2 entry 7.30pm

Saturday 24th September Chinese Night Airwaves 8.45pm start

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Lasagne,

Chicken / Vegetable tikka curry with rice/chips

Hunters Chicken with chips and coleslaw

Chicken Kiev, chips and peas

Classic beef burger / Vegetable burger with chips

Chicken fillet burger with chips and coleslaw 10inch pizza and chips (margarita, pepperoni or vegetable)

Ward update

By Councillor Claire Holmes

which says “Public Access website”. Click that button.

Over the next few updates I will be writing about how you can make the most of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council website. You can use it to view and comment on planning applications and also to direct resources where you as a resident see they are most needed. I have written down step by step instructions so that you can have a go at home. You can also see demonstration videos on my website www.claireholmes.co.uk. However, I know some people are more confident than others online. If you find it daunting please don’t struggle, I would be more than happy to set up some sessions to demonstrate how these online services work. If you feel you would benefit from assistance in learning how to access planning applications online [or any of the upcoming services featured] please email me at councillor.holmes@eastriding.gov.uk and I will get some sessions set up in your area.

A question I am often asked as a councillor is how people can view and comment on planning applications. The most efficient way to do this is online. If you wish to comment on a planning application in writing you must include the application reference and address your letter to: East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Planning and Development Management, County Hall, Cross Street, Beverley, HU17 9BA. Your letter will be scanned in at County

Hall and attached to the application as a comment but commenting online is [once you get used to it] quicker and easier. Like most things in life it will take longer the first time you do it. The first time you comment on an application you will need to set up a Public Access account. You can view applications without setting up a Public Access account but if you wish to comment you need to set up a Public Access account first. Once you have your account set up, all you need to do in subsequent applications is sign in. The other advantage of setting up a Public Access account is that not only can you use it to comment on current applications, but you can sign up to receive notifications of new applications in your area.

How to set up a Public Access account

1. Access East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Website www.eastriding.gov.uk. On the left hand side of the screen you will see a green column with white text options. Select: “Planning permission and building control” followed by “Planning permission and associated services” followed by “view and comment on planning applications”.

2. You will see a screen which says “View and comment on a planning application” in black text on white background as the top of a list of options. If you click on that option this will show you an orange button

3. You will see a screen which has the title “Welcome to Public Access”. When you click on the last option of “Enter the Public website” it will show you another orange button which says “Enter the Public Access website”. When you click it this will take you to a screen which says “Welcome to East Riding of Yorkshire Council Public Access”. You will see 4 options “search”, “my profile”, “login” and “register”. If you already have a Public Access account sign in under “log in”. If you don’t you need to “register” first. If you have an account but you have forgotten your log in details you can choose log in” and “forgotten password” and you should receive an email to reset it.

Once you are logged in to the Public Access website

Viewing a specific application

You will see a screen with a white background and the title “Welcome to East Riding of Yorkshire Council Public Access”. If you want to view and comment on a specific application and you know the reference number [shown on the posters which advertise the planning application] you can use the reference number to search. If you don’t know the reference number, you can put in the first line of the address or the post code or a keyword. This will bring you up a list of planning applications past and present that meet the details you put in. The most recent is usually at the top. If you click on the one you are interested in it will give you further information about it. You can also do a map search to define the area by looking at a map. The map search does work

but if you are a beginner I would try the reference or postcode search first as this is much easier.

Commenting on a specific application

When you see the application you want to comment upon click on it and then choose comments. Here you can read other comments and provided that the application is current and open for comments you will see a box at the bottom where you can type your comment and when you are happy with it press submit. The Public Access website has details of both current and past applications. You can only comment on current applications not those that have already been decided.

Setting up notifications to tell you about new applications in an area of your choice

From the same screen as you would search for a specific application “Welcome to East Riding of Yorkshire Council Public Access”, put in the area you want to be notified about. You might for example want to know those in your postcode. Once you can see the applications in that area click “save search”. It is important that when asked “Notify me via email about new search results” that you click “yes”. If you subsequently decide you no longer wish to receive these emails you can come back and delete the saved search to stop receiving them.

Viewing applications in your area Instead of doing a simple search choose the weekly or monthly option. You can then see all applications per parish validated [open for comment] or decided by week or by month.

New drop-in sessions at East Riding Libraries to promote good brain health

EAST Riding Libraries have joined forces with the Alzheimers Society to host drop in sessions to promote good brain health.

The sessions at Withernsea Library take place on the second Friday of the month on August 12, September 9, and October 14. The sessions run from 10am -1pm. They are drop in centres to promote good brain health, offer information about indicators of memory issues, and advise on the next course of action.

Samantha Watson, Brain Health Dementia Advisor from the Alzheimer’s Society, said: “Pop along for an informal chat to discuss any memory worries you may have. We can offer support, information, and advise on what to do next.”

update column by South East Holderness Ward Councillor Claire Holmes. Councillor Holmes is one of three ward councillors for our area along with Councillor Lyn Healing and Councillor Dave Tucker.

ON FRIDAY, July 1 Withernsea High School’s Year 11 cohort celebrated the end of their GCSE exams in style as they dressed to impress for the annual Year 11 Prom. After two years of cancelled events due to Covid, the successful return of the Prom saw over 100 students and approximately 40 teaching and non-teaching staff enjoy a memorable evening at the Country Park Inn on Hessle Foreshore.

In keeping with tradition, many students first gathered at the school to pose for photographs with friends and family before making their way to the venue in a variety of hired vehicles. A party atmosphere, ably assisted by the venue’s resident DJ, kept students on the

dancefloor all night, while a photobooth and video compilation of the students’ early years at the school provided additional entertainment.

The school’s successful rewards system once again proved to be an effective incentive by helping a large proportion of students to receive money off their prom tickets. This is testament to the hard-work and commitment to learning that students have displayed at a pivotal time in their education, particularly on the back of two challenging years.

The Class of 2022 Prom was a resounding success and a fitting way for the students to celebrate the end of their high school education.

Photographs by Withernsea Community News to order prints please e-mail Withernseacommunitynews@hotmail.com for prices and order link

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- Luke Owens (Teaching Assistant) with Matthew Wilson 2 - Lauren Spencer and Lily-Mae Curtiss 3 - Millie-Mai Delahay and Hollie Sugden 4 - Layla Ford, Tallulah Frazer and Chloe Iley 5 - Callum Standish and Emily Wells 6

- Shae Whitrod and Aleighsha Murray 7

- Roxy Eldon and Charlie Lyon 8 - Charlie Bratley and Ruby Fuller 9 - Harry Biglin, Harvey Smith, Jack Holden, George Holwell, Jack Oliver and Shae Whitrod 10 - Melissa Clubley and Ellie Armitage 11 - Madison Leigh, Caleb Burton and Ruby Mitchell 12 - Izzy Rutter, Emily Wells and Tilly Thompson

Holderness At War - On the edge of Hull

ALL OF the air defences in and around the Humber and Holderness regions were aimed at stopping enemy aeroplanes accessing the strategic targets inland, from the oil refinery at Saltend, through the docks and waterways around Hull and Goole, to the heart of the steel industry in Sheffield, and manufacturing in Manchester.

On the edge of the city of Hull and the Holderness boundary, lay the barrage balloons. In 1938 the British Balloon Command was established to protect cities and key targets such as industrial areas, ports and harbours. Balloons were intended to defend against dive bombers flying at heights up to 5,000 feet, forcing them to fly higher, into the range of concentrated anti-aircraft fire, as anti-aircraft guns could not traverse fast enough to attack aircraft flying at low altitude and high speed. By the middle of 1940 there were 1,400 balloons, a third of them over the London area. Balloons proved to be of little use against German highlevel bombers, but continued to be manufactured nonetheless, until there were almost 3,000 in 1944. They proved to be effective against the V-1 flying bomb, which usually flew at 2,000 feet or lower but had wire-cutters on its wings to counter balloons. 231 V-1s are officially claimed to have been destroyed by

balloons.

The British added two refinements to their balloons, "Double Parachute Link" (DPL) and "Double Parachute/Ripping" (DP/R). The former was triggered by the shock of an enemy bomber snagging the cable, causing that section of cable to be explosively released complete with parachutes at either end; the combined weight and drag bringing down the aircraft. The latter was intended to render the balloon safe if it broke free accidentally. The heavy mooring cable would separate at the balloon and fall to the ground under a parachute; at the same time a panel would be ripped away from the balloon causing it to deflate and fall independently to the ground.

Barrage balloons were partly filled with highly pure hydrogen. "The top of the balloon was filled with hydrogen, the bottom half left empty, so when it was put up at a certain height it filled with natural air", according to a barrage balloon volunteer.

Once inflated, balloons would be moved whilst attached to a vehicle, or tethered to a ground-fixing point. Sites were often open and exposed, and susceptible to strafing from enemy aircraft. Eventually troop shelters were built, which although only brick-built with a concrete roof, did afford protection against bullets,

with a wall covering the entrance to prevent blast damage or ricocheting bullets entering.

The defence of the Humber area saw the formation of three Balloon Squadrons of the Auxiliary Air Force on 25th January 1939, No’s 942, 943 & 944 (East Riding) Balloon Squadrons. With Headquarters at Wycliffe Chambers, Campbell Street, Hull; local men between the ages of 25 and 50 were recruited.

The Auxiliary Air Force was embodied into the Royal Air Force on the 24th August 1939. On the 1st September 1939, the Hull Barrage consisted of 6 Balloons flying from War Sites, it was the 31st of July 1940 before the ultimate number of 74 was reached. At that time 24 were waterborne on the River Humber and the Estuary.

During 1942 members of the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force replaced some 60% of the land sites. Some of the local men assisted in the training of WAAF at the Centre while others dealt with maintenance on the Sites. On the 1st January 1942 No’s 942 and 943 Squadrons were combined as 942/3 while on 26th April of the same year, No. 944 was disbanded. The Hull Barrage continued to fly until the 31st July 1944 when the Squadron with all their equipment went to the south east of England to become part of the Anti-Diver

Barrage against the V1 Flying Bombs. The Log of the 942/3 Balloon Squadron was closed on 28th August 1944 and shortly after the Squadron was disbanded.

Remains of sites are ephemeral –the last vestiges of one of the balloon sites at Saltend were removed a number of years ago, the troop shelters. One still remains at a site near Paull, but is on private land.

The land at the side of the Airport Garage at Saltend, formerly a racecourse and then an airfield, housed one of the Balloon sites.

There were two shelters built adjacent to the hedgerow along the road before the row of houses.

Nearby a Stanton Air-raid shelter was erected, possibly for the houses along the road, or for the Airport Garage staff.

Remains which were still evident (in 1998) on the site weretethering bolts for the balloons (the wire being run out from a winch through the metal loops); a mounting for either a generator and/or fuel storage, and Stanton air-raid shelter sections (now used as fencing)

Of note, it was Saltend which experienced the first ever daylight raid to take place in the country. On 1st July 1940 an enemy plane had flown across Hull making random attacks on barrage balloons, not

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causing any serious damage, until at 5:30pm its bombs found the oil tanks at Saltend. Shrapnel from one bomb pierced a tank holding about 2,500 tons of petrol which leaked, caught fire and threatened to explode all the nearby tanks.

It took courageous efforts of the fire brigades and site workers to prevent a major disaster. The struggle to overcome the crisis, led to two fireman and two Saltend staff being awarded the George Medal for acts of great bravery.

The Val Wood Prize for Creative Writing 2022

ENTRIES are now being accepted for The Val Wood Prize for Creative Writing: Storytelling.

Val Wood is an award winning author of romantic historical novels set in and around Hull. Originally born in Castleford Val now lives in Beverley.

She has written 27 novels, all set in and around Hull and the East Riding. Her first novel, The Hungry Tide, published in 1993 won the Catherine Cookson Prize for Romantic Fiction. In 2012 The Val Wood Trail was launched to promote tourism and library services in Hull and the East Riding. The Val Wood Prize followed in 2013 and the international creative writing competition has continued to run annually alongside Hull Central Library.

The overall theme of this year’s competition is simply great storytelling. They are looking to receive entries packed with originality and creativity that paint a picture and take the reader on a journey. The story can cover any genre as long as it is not brutally violent or gruesome. The competition is open to anyone over 16 years of age. Entrants are free to write about whatever they wish as long as the theme is adhered to. Poetry will not be considered for the prize.

Annually, the competition receives a staggering amount of entries from all over the world and they want to keep that up. However, this year they want to celebrate the best of local talent too, which is why they have split the competition so you can enter the category that best suits you, or both (depending on your postal address).

INTERNATIONAL OPEN PRIZE

Storytelling is open to anyone in the world. Your entry must adhere to an overall word-count of 2000.

The winner of the open prize will receive £100 and their entry will be published on the website valwood.co.uk and shared via various social media outlets.

YORKSHIRE PRIZE

The Yorkshire Prize is open to residents of Yorkshire only, to celebrate and reward local talented creativity. The theme of the competition is also good storytelling but the story must be set in Yorkshire and it is to be written in the form of a short story.

The winner of the Yorkshire prize will receive £100.

Overall there will be two further commendations of £25. Cash prizes are kindly donated by Val Wood and The James Reckitt Library Trust. There are a maximum of two entries per person to the maximum word count of 2000 per entry.

The winning entries will also be made available on Hull Libraries’ BorrowBox service.

Conditions of Entry

All entries must be typed in the form of a story (poetry will not be accepted) with a maximum word-count of 2000.

Entries must be typed on blank sheets in black font and no background images or patterns. It must be typed in Arial or Times New Roman with 1.5 line spacing. This year, the competition is contact free and eco-friendly and entries must be submitted by email.

Entries should be submitted by 5.00pm (BST) 31st August 2022

Your name, address, telephone number and email address must be included with your entry on a separate page. Please submit as Word or Pages. If submitting in PDF Format please ensure that the entrants name is not on the document as entries are judged anonymously.

Email entries can be sent to valwoodprize@gmail.com with the subject: Val Wood Prize: Open for International entries and Val Wood Prize: Yorkshire for anyone who lives and has a postal address in the Yorkshire area and wishes to be submitted for the inaugural Yorkshire prize.

This competition is kindly supported by Hull Libraries and the James Reckitt Library Trust.

Entries from already commercially published writers will not be accepted.

Previous entrants/winners may enter the competition again using alternative entries.

Entries that have been submitted before will be disqualified from the competition.

Entries must be the original work of the competitor, in English, and must not have been published, broadcast or have won a competition prize. No alterations can be made to a story once it has been submitted.

Entrants can win only one prize. The decision of the judge is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

The winner of the competition and runners up will be announced Saturday 26th November 2022 The winners may be announced online as opposed to the regular winners’ ceremony depending on ongoing social distancing rules.

The winner may be photographed and interviewed for publicity purposes.

Copyright remains with the author, but the organisers reserve the right to publish the winning entries online or in print for one year after winning.

The organisers reserve the right to alter details of the competition if necessary.

Entrants who do not abide by the above rules will not be considered.

Withernsea performing arts students bring back awards from Hornsea Music Festival

WITHERNSEA based Studio Victorians performing arts group have had further success with awards this time at Hornsea Music Festival. Three of the group’s singers entered and won lots of certificates and brought home five trophies. Grace Wilkinson, Alysha Floater and Bethany Tweddell together won the trio/small group category. In addition Grace won two solos, Beth won one solo and Grace and Alyssa won the duet.

The group is ran by Vicki Wilkinson and meets on a Sunday at the Jack Gledhill centre from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.

Talking about the success at the Music Festival Vicki commented: “There's no end to our talents, the trophies just keep coming. I couldn't be prouder of the girls hard work.”

More information about the group is available on their Facebook page ‘Studio Victoriana- School of Performing Arts-the V.I.P's’. The group take children from age six up to young adults.

Rhythm and Rhyme in Withernsea

by Russell Mathers

ON SATURDAY, July 16 a great event was had by all in Valley Gardens in Withernsea at 'Rhythm and Rhyme'. There was music and poetry from some great acts. Performing on the day was Sharon Garner, Stephen Foster, Kizzy Wade, Stuart Collinson, Richard Harries, Jim Higo, Andrea Burn and Kate Jenkinson.

Thanks to Richard Harries for hosting and performing and also to Withernsea Town Council and volunteers for an enjoyable day.

POEMS

Hush!

The Queen's Come in from her Balcony ....

By Godfrey Holmes

Hush! The Queen's retiring: Retiring from the Balcony where she waved to the World; The Balcony where she first learned Falconry: Fly away Kestrel! ; fly away hawks! Come back Seagulls... but please: "No squawks!"

Hush! The Queen's come in from her Balcony: That Balcony so richly draped in maroon-&-Gold... [She's looking old !] Without knowing some Councils Don't approve of Balconies : Because " They're rickety.... And they ruin the Skyline...."

Hush! The Queen's come indoors from her Balcony : [The Balcony where -wearing slightly thicker glovesShe learnt the art of Falconry] And she's off on her way to Windsor: " Fly off Ancestral! Fly North: Goshawk! " Come back Raptors: To the Captor of those hearts?

WELL DONE: The Studio Victorians girls with their awards from the Hornsea Music Festival

Down on the allotment

By Jane Sutherland

AFTER mentioning, in the last issue, about not seeing any grass snakes. We have at last seen one. Colin saw it caught in a net and carefully freed it. Thankfully, it was not injured and it was so beautiful. We took a few photos and showed the snake to Darren and Marie. They had just walked past it, not realising it was there. We released it near to where it was found. All gardeners, please, if you use nets to protect your crops, check them daily for snakes, birds and hedgehogs. Luckily, we are on-site every day as we have chickens and geese, so we are able to regularly check our plots too.

The winter greens were transplanted from the seed bed to their growing places at the end of June. They are all doing well. We like having early-sprouting broccoli. It's so good to have something fresh to pick in January and February.

Yes, the birds did get all of my redcurrants, except for a very few at the back, that were hidden. Very fortunately for me, Sue said I could pick some of hers. Then Mike said I could finish off picking his. So I managed to get my fill of redcurrants.

My friend Kerry and I picked blackcurrants for hours one day, so I decided to make jam as there were so many. The next day I did two batches at the same time. One batch has set and the other hasn't. What went wrong? I don't know. Can I re-boil it with some gooseberries to add more pectin? Answers on a postcard please!

The extra dry and hot weather means more watering. The greenhouses are getting twice as much as usual and we water the plants on the plots when they need it. We water the plants well when they are first put in and until they become established. Having put down good roots, they tend to find enough water themselves.

I tried a different type of pea this year and didn't get a very good yield from them. Perhaps they needed more water than we gave them. The blackfly didn't help either! Anyway, I have planted more pea-seeds, my usual variety, Hurst Greenshaft. They never let me down.

Plenty of stuff ready, eg. beetroot, gherkins, lettuce, tomatoes - sun gold, my favourite - lovely, sweet, cherry-sized, so delicious. Also cucumbers, dwarf beans, gooseberries, baby carrots and courgettes. The sweetcorn, squash, melons and pumpkins are all doing well. The only downside is the greenfly on my sweet peppers. I have never seen so many as there are on my plants this year. I first tried washing them off with soapy water in a spray bottle. They looked ok for a couple of days, but then they were as bad again. So Colin sprayed them a commercial greenfly spray. No effect at all. We also tried a garlic and rhubarb spray. Then he tried a chilli-pepper spray

to see if that would work. We are waiting a couple of days to see the effect. Meanwhile, I have been chopping up to make a tea to spray on, but it takes a couple of weeks to brew. So any other remedies for reducing the greenfly population would be gratefully received.

Colin saw a hummingbird moth on our plot, but I missed it. Something not often seen, so he was very lucky to see it. Let's hope the nettle tea works.

Lost pets, please spread the word

By Lesley Bonney from Poppy’s Pets (www.poppys-pets.com)

RECENTLY, a dog missing 10 years was reunited when its image was matched to another on Dog Lost UK.

Because pet abandonment is well-known, it’s possible the finder of a stray dog may have kindly given a pet a home and not reported it to the local Dog Warden. This leaves dedicated owners searching for their beloved pets.

Any one of us with pets may find ourselves in this situation. When chatting to friends and family locally or afar (especially to those who do not have computers or social media accounts), please mention these dogs. Their disappearance occurred between 2011 and 2018. Their public profiles are still active on Facebook and Dog Lost UK. Yes, the time has passed - they will be older dogs now so it’s time for their owners to have closure or their companions home. If you or friends anywhere in the UK found a dog or have information fitting the description below, please call Dog Lost UK on 01633 673859 quoting the relevant ID number.

Rags - Disappeared on a walk - 02.09.11

She is a gold and white Terrier Cross and disappeared after darting through a gap in a hedge around Raven Hayes Woods, Frankley, W Mids, B32. Dog Lost ID 32420

Archie - Missing from minders - 22.10.14

He is a black and white English Springer Spaniel, docked tail and now aged 10. His owners were abroad when Archie went missing from Wards Lane, Mossley,

Congleton, CW12, 28 miles from home. Chipped, black collar and tag. Dog Lost ID: 77082

Ella - Caught by sea current - 30.12.14

A young German Shepherd disappeared at sea in Jaywick Beach, Clacton, Essex, CO15. Chipped and wearing a blue collar. Was she found and taken to a veterinary practice? Dog Lost ID: 80608

Hansum - Disappeared on a walk - 31.5.14

A ginger and white Beagle Cross went missing from Giant’s Grave, Briton Ferry Canal, Neath, Wales, SA11. Chipped and wearing a black and white collar. Dog Lost ID: 69710

Billy - Disappeared from home - 03.10.13 He went missing from Brinkworth, Chippenham, SN15 with another Labrador, who returned. Local sightings. Billy is a black Lab, chipped and wearing a red collar. Dog Lost ID: 58054

Shadow - Fireworks scare09.11.14

Shadow is a grey and white Husky, chipped and wearing a black collar. Lost on the edge of open moorland at Whitwell Moors, Mortimer Road, Stocksbridge side, S36 (locals know as the ‘Strines Road’). Sighting in Thurgoland. Dog Lost ID: 78024

Lizuca - Escaped at a rest stop - 28.06.15

She is from Romania and was on her way to a safe UK rescue but escaped in Tilney All Saints, Norfolk, PE34. A grey and brown Crossbreed,

chipped and will live on selfsurvival. Dog Lost ID: 89568

Spot - Escaped from training kennels - 05.12.18 Tri-colour Border Collie is chipped and wearing a black collar. Lost from Gwynfe Llangadog, Wales, SA19. Sighting at Lliest pony yard, and the local area. Dog Lost ID: 137849

The grass snake colin freed from netting

DAMAGED: One of the pepper plants badly damaged by aphid

PLANT: A healthy pepper plant undamaged by aphid

Maths accolade for dedicated students

WITHERNSEA High School has been awarded ‘Super School’ status by Hegarty Maths – a national study programme used to help support students in the learning and understanding of maths.

The accolade puts Withernsea High in the top ten percent of over 1,900 schools nationally who use the online learning platform to support an estimated 1.5 million users around the UK.

Withernsea’s status as a Hegarty Maths super school has been cemented thanks to the incredible efforts of students across all year groups, whose commitment to learning has resulted in an incredible 576,982 questions being collectively answered on the platform over the course of this academic year.

Commenting on the award, Amir Hedjazi, Head of Maths, said: “Achieving super school status is a worthy recognition of our students’

hard work over the last year. Their efforts have combined to secure us a bronze award, which we hope to now use as a stepping-stone to silver next year. To achieve this, our students will need to answer 750,000 questions – a goal which should be well within reach if they maintain and build upon their current progress.”

In a message to the school, the Hegarty Maths team said: “We are delighted to say that Withernsea High School is one of the top-performing schools on Hegarty Maths. Only a small number of schools make the Super Schools list each year and it can only happen when the students in a school are inspired to apply serious elbow grease on their maths homework. We are proud to say Hegarty Maths Super Schools awards are being associated with some of the best maths departments in the nation.”

Whilst the overall success of the

Hegarty programme has been thanks to a combined effort across the whole school, there have been some stunning individual contributions which have helped solidify this achievement.

These include Year 9 student Madhuja Kokulakumar who, after answering around 4,000 questions, is currently the top performing Hegarty student in the school. Madhuja’s efforts have also helped her Maths class to become the top-ranking group in school, with an impressive 52,000 questions answered this year.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Ryan Lewis was recently praised after becoming one of only 1,500 young people nationally to complete the full 19,183 questions in the programme with a 100% rate. He accomplished this feat during an accumulated 179 hours of study, where he worked his way through an incredible 925 different mathematical skills to demonstrate his knowledge and understanding to an advanced level.

The Hegarty programme enables students to access tasks both at home and in school. Weekly

homework is set using the platform, which offers video support for every question attempted. This ensures that homework can be completed independently, with students able to access help and support out of school hours.

Students are encouraged to make notes of their workings out, from the content shared in the videos, to help instil knowledge which they can transfer for use in the classroom. Since being adopted by the school, the programme has made a noticeable difference to the achievement of students whilst helping them to become better independent learners.

IS THE BUG IN THE DRIVING SEAT?

By Emma-Jayne Saunt

THE REAL driver of our economic outcomes will be the virus and its impact here in the UK and globally for instance in China that produce many goods and parts that we rely on for our businesses and homes. The virus is affecting workers and work activity going forward driving our government policies to deal with the outcomes. Other major world disruptions such as the war in Ukraine, unrelated to the virus, will further complicate the picture.

When millions of ‘little things’ do not work as well as they have in the past, then it is ‘sand in the gears’ of growth. The inability of a car component firm in China (due to their zero-Covid policy) to deliver a simple wire harnesses essential in car manufacturing, can lead to a shutdown at an auto plant in another country. All companies providing inputs to that plant suddenly find they are unable to sell their products. The problems spread and such supply chain disruption can have magnified impacts on employment, output, and prices, these are not easily repaired. The intricate network of outsourcing and trade relationships is very vulnerable to disruptions.

In the UK disruptions are still widespread, it is reported that the recent surge in Covid has had significant or moderate negative impacts on businesses. Of those impacted by the surge, over 70% reported a negative impact on sales. A few reported a favourable impact, the balance reporting no impact. For almost 40% the impact was significant or moderate.

Work attendance has also adversely impacted 64% of the owners who reported staff problems, 45% of them reporting a serious or moderate impact on attendance. This in turn has a large impact on the working team especially in customer service. The workforce who turn in for work, require respect and a little more understanding, as they do their best at challenging times. Almost every company has staff vacancies making it very difficult to expand working teams. Added to this over 80% reported supply chain disruptions with over 50% of them reporting significant or moderate loss of sales opportunities.

Adding to all of these ‘direct’ effects, the impact of government Covid regulations on businesses, makes it obvious that the virus is driving our economic activity. We hope the bug is not in the driving seat for long.

Withernsea calendar launches for 2023

WITHERNSEA Photographer Mandi Hibberd has produced a new Withernsea calendar for 2023. The calendars capture a new image each month from events that have happened during the last year:

• January - the rescheduled Box Day Swim

• February - Standing with Ukraine

• March - Return of the Bikers

• April - RNLI Withernsea out on training at Easter

• May - May Bank Holiday at the Pier Towers

• June - From one Queen to Another Queen

• July - Marooned

• August - The Day the Pirates invaded Withernsea

• September - Harvest time

• October - Halloween windows

• November - Bonfire Night

• December - The Ottringham Christmas Train Lights

Mandi produced calendars for 2020 for her friends and family which went down well. She was encouraged to do another but this time for sale to the general public for 2021 and this will be the third year of her producing the Withernsea calendar for sale to the public.

The 2023 calendars can be purchased in Withernsea from The Withernsea Post Office, Lunn's Garden Centre, Wizards by the Sea at 3 Seaside Road, Sea View Selection on Memorial Avenue, Moore's Newsagents on Queen Street and The Gazette office, as well as online at www.mylocalcalendar.co.uk/product/the-withernsea-2023

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

If you would like your community event listed please e-mail the details to withernseacommunitynews@hotmail.com

THURSDAY 4TH AUGUST

Art Club 7-9pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

Darts knockout £2 entry 7.30pm The Willows (See page 13)

FRIDAY 5TH AUGUST

Reminiscence & Memory Lane 10.30am –11.30am at Withernsea Library (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email: cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Live entertainment from Alan at The Northfield Withernsea SATURDAY 6TH AUGUST

Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club (AFVBC) Meridian Centre, Withernsea from 10am – 12pm (See page 7)

Grill night food event 5pm – 8.30pm and Ian David (as Neil Diamond) 8.45pm The Willows (See page 13)

The Corsairs at The Northfield Withernsea SUNDAY 7TH AUGUST

Sea and beach sports on Withernsea seafront with Active Withernsea from 11am (see page 5)

Withernsea Lighthouse annual garden party 12 noon – 4pm (see page 5)

Children’s games outside, bingo from 2.30pm The Willows (See page 13)

Liam Alexandra at The Northfield Withernsea MONDAY 8TH AUGUST

Sea and beach sports on Withernsea seafront with Active Withernsea from 10am (see page 5)

TUESDAY 9TH AUGUST

Family history help desk at Withernsea Library 2pm – 4pm (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email: cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Lego Boost session 2.30pm – 4pm at Withernsea Library

FRIDAY 12TH AUGUST

Alzheimers Society drop in at Withernsea Library 10am – 1pm

Holderness Health drop in at Withernsea Library 10am – 1pm

Open mic night from 7pm at Ellis’ Cafe in Withernsea

Gary R Nell at The Northfield Withernsea

SATURDAY 13TH AUGUST

Fun dog show with Cream tea and strawberries with stalls at Tunstall Church 2pm

The Elderberries live band 8.45pm The Willows (See page 13) SUNDAY 14TH AUGUST

St. Nicholas Church Holmpton Holy Communion 9.30am Led by Rev. Duncan Harris All Welcome

Withernsea car boot sale (£6 per car / stall / table), Memorial car park on Pier Road, set up from 8.30am (subject to weather)

Karaoke and quiz from 2.30pm The Willows (See page 13)

Gary Julian at The Northfield Withernsea MONDAY 15TH AUGUST

Cuppa & Chorus 11.30- 1pm at Withernsea Library (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email: cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Cinema with afternoon tea – Suffragette, 2pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre THURSDAY 18TH AUGUST

Pool Knockout £2 entry 7.30pm The Willows (See page 13)

FRIDAY 19TH AUGUST

Healthy chats at Withernsea Library 12pm –1pm (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email: cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Open mic night from 7pm at Ellis’ Cafe in Withernsea

Lee Kamen at The Northfield Withernsea SATURDAY 20TH AUGUST

Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club (AFVBC) Meridian Centre, Withernsea from 10am – 12pm (See page 7)

70s / 80s fundraising evening at The Northfield 7pm – 11pm (see page 6)

Bingo, karaoke, kids got talent from 2.30pm, end of summer BBQ, Venus live band 8.45pm The Willows (See page 13)

SUNDAY 21ST AUGUST

Rachel Mills at The Northfield Withernsea

TUESDAY 23RD AUGUST

Withernsea Carnival story time 10am – 11am at Withernsea Library

Lego art drop in 2pm – 5pm at Withernsea Library

WEDNESDAY 24TH AUGUST

Multisport festival for children aged 8-12 years old on Withernsea Playing Fields 11am – 2.30pm (see below)

THURSDAY 25TH AUGUST

Writing group 9.30am – 11am at Withernsea Library

FRIDAY 26TH AUGUST

Reading group at Withernsea Library 10.30am – 12 noon

Jade Adams at The Northfield Withernsea SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST

Table Top Sale at the Shores Centre 10am3pm

Withernsea Town Council Street Surgery 12noon – 2pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

The Sheep Sanctuary fun day and car boot, Main Road, Thorngumbald 10am – 4pm

SUNDAY 28TH AUGUST

Table Top Sale at the Shores Centre 10am3pm

Withernsea car boot sale (£6 per car / stall / table), Memorial car park on Pier Road, set up from 8.30am (subject to weather)

Martin Yorke at The Northfield Withernsea MONDAY 29TH AUGUST

Bank holiday Monday

TUESDAY 30TH AUGUST

Lego art drop in 2pm – 5pm at Withernsea Library

WEEKLY EVENTS

MONDAY

Games group at Withernsea Library 2pm-4pm TUESDAY

Coffee morning at Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall 9.30am – 11.30am

Knit & natter at Withernsea Library 9.30am –11.30am

Tech time at Withernsea Library 9.30am –10.30am (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email:

cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Sewing / crafting group at Welwick Village Hall starts July 5 then weekly 1.30pm –3.30pm £3 per session all welcome

Afternoon Fellowship Group meets at Elsternwick Chapel for games; talks; special events at 2pm. Just 60p per session with refreshments included - call Michael McGwinn on (01964) 670681 for more information.

Ronnie’s Bingo 7.30pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

Men’s mental health group 6.45pm at the Keyingham Village Hall £1

Yoga at The Meridian Centre 7pm-8pm £6 please bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow WEDNESDAY

One hour free walk ‘Walking for Health’ at Withernsea Leisure Centre 9.15am meet to start 9.30am.

One Voice Choir 7pm - 9pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

Racket evenings in the East Riding Leisure Withernsea Sports Hall, fun family session

5pm-6.30pm, and a social over 16’s session from 7.30pm-9pm

THURSDAY

Tea, coffee, cake and a friendly chat 10am12midday Welwick Village Hall, everyone welcome.

Craft & Chatter at Withernsea Library 9.30am – 11.30am

Bounce & Rhyme at Withernsea Library 10am – 11am

Age UK IT helpdesk at Withernsea Library 1012pm (booking required Phone: 01482 393939. Email: cscwithernsea@eastriding.gov.uk)

Art Club 7pm – 9pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre £2 per session - Bring your own equipment and whatever you are working on, everyone welcome.

Ronnie’s Bingo 7.30pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

FRIDAY

Fitmums & Friends walk at 9.15am for a 9.30am start every Friday from The Meridian Centre – free.

SUNDAY

Gateway Church, 11am – 12.30pm at Withernsea Meridian Centre

Food, friendship and fun at Withernsea Methodist Church

THE free monthly lunchtime event for the community at Withernsea Methodist Church on Hull Road takes a break this month returning on Thursday, September 29 with entertainment from Kevin Young.

The monthly food, friendship and fun event is in the community room at 12 noon and finishes around 2.30pm. A lunch of soup and a roll followed by cake and hot and cold drinks is provided. The event is free but there is a collection pot for any donations.

The entertainment at the July session was local singer and songwriter Sharon Garner, from Easington. Sharon had chosen a lovely collection of songs to sing and she expertly and sensitively accompanied herself on guitar. The majority of

songs were her own but there were several cover versions of well-known popular songs where the audience could sing. Those attending showed their appreciation and several commented on her beautiful voice. She had enjoyed the lunchtime slot and expressed a desire to come along at a future date

Local poet Richard Harries was the June guest he read a some of his poems after the free food enjoyed by the community.

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JUNE: Local poet Richard Harries entertained the attendees in

SINGER: Sharon Garner performing at the July lunchtime event

HUMBER Teaching NHS Foundation Trust have launched a new Community Mental Health Grant programme.

The programme is designed to support community-led ideas that can respond to the mental health needs of residents living across Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.

The core goals of the programme includes enabling local level, peerled activities to empower people to put their wellbeing first, exploring new ways to deliver and connect mental health support within communities, and listening, learning and adapting existing community activities to improve personal resilience.

The Trust is seeking local grassroots organisations and groups to apply for the small community grants that will help shape, transform, and build support and hope across the geographical area.

Services within the Trust acknowledge that many community

initiatives are delivering a wide range of valuable interventions and support pathways for people that will help build resilience and provide guidance for those who would benefit from improving their mental health.

Natalie Belt, Mental Health Transformation Lead, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, said: “It’s important that we recognise the individuals, organisations and groups that tirelessly support our communities to improve their mental health and wellbeing. We know of some fantastic work that exists across the Hull and East Riding area, and we are keen to provide further financial support that will allow more opportunities to take place. “As an NHS organisation, we believe we have a responsibility to deliver high standards of clinical care, but we also acknowledge that meaningful support can also come from outside of our service offering. With access to mental health services being more

important than ever, we want to support those groups who can, in turn, help us reach and connect with our local people.”

If you feel you are running an organisation or group in Hull and the East Riding which is making a positive difference to the mental health and wellbeing of others, please consider submitting an application for the Community Mental Health Grant programme.

To be eligible for a grant, you must:

● either be a charity, not-for profit company or voluntary and community group

● lead activities that engage with residents living within Hull and East Riding

● demonstrate an understanding of local needs to support the proposed project

Some examples of initiatives that would be considered:

● a small peer-led support group in need of equipment to create a new activity

● the promotion of an existing activity or addressing barriers to participation

● responding to an emerging need within an existing support programme

For more information and to apply: https://app.beecan.org/public/fu nding-programme/8824bd24-9b0f2a28-6258-66a1c43c6fc6

Yorkshire Water sees highest water use in 15 years

YORKSHIRE Water provided more than 1.56 billion litres of water on Monday, July 18 amidst the forecast heatwave. This is around 260 million litres more than usual. The increase is enough to supply the equivalent of the whole of York and Leeds and is the highest the water company has seen since 2006.

Yorkshire has seen a particularly dry spring and summer, with only 52% of rainfall expected in June actually falling on the region.

The water company recognised the efforts of its customers to use water wisely. Neil Dewis, director of water said: “It’s been a hot few weeks - we’ve seen unprecedented temperatures and very little rain anywhere in Yorkshire. We know our customers have been coming up with

creative ways to save water – and we’d like to say a big thank you.

“Our reservoirs are still feeling the impact and levels do continue to decrease. As the ground is incredibly dry, we would need a few weeks of wet weather to help them return to their usual levels, so it’s really important that people keep taking steps to save water throughout the summer.”

Top water saving tips include: taking four-minute showers, letting your lawn turn brown (it’ll bounce back at the first sight of rain!), mulching your flower beds, reusing water where you can, and remembering to turn the tap off when you’re brushing your teeth.

For more information on ways to save water, visit Yorkshirewater.com/save

Clues for this month’s quick crossword Sudoku

CLUES ACROSS

CLUES DOWN

There is just one simple rule in Sudoku. Each

Aside from the sun, what better sign of summer is there than the sight of butterflies dancing through the air & there seems to have been rather an abundance of them in this recent heatwave, so this month’s clue is that 5 answers contain the word BUTTER and 5 answers contain the word FLY – at the beginning, middle or end of the answer.

Our monthly quiz master Kathryn Townsley runs two monthly pub quizzes on behalf of the Hull City Official Supporters Club (www. www.hullcityosc.org).

This year, their efforts are concentrated on raising awareness and funds again for Tigers Trust - they are the independent charity linked to Hull City and in effect the supporters club "landlord" (their registered office is the same location), but also The Daniel Wilkinson Foundation - who they have previously supported, but who's efforts provide vital equipment and skills to grassroots football and sports clubs with defibrillators, CPR training and heart screenings.

You can also join Kathryn’s Hull City Official Supporters Club monthly quizzes at the Green Dragon, Welton (1st Monday of the month, so the next one is Monday, Sept 5) and at The Constable Arms, Sproatley (2nd Monday of the month, the next one there is on Monday, August 8). Both start at 8.15pm and are both £1 entry fee with a free supper at The Constable Arms too. Booking is recommended at both venues

QUESTIONS

1. What word is a bridge carrying one railway line or road over another?

KATHRYN’S QUIZ Holderness Hedgehog Hospital – Summer risks

2. What word may describe a clumsy person, especially one who fails to catch a ball or lets something slip through their hands?

3. What is a legal term for someone who owns adjoining property or land?

4. Who am I? I was born 4th February 1919 in Cheshire, and died suddenly waiting in the wings to go on stage in pantomime in Coventry in 1979. I had a promising career in the British Navy Fleet Air Arm until shot down by the Germans in WWII. I became a character actor, notably in the Carry On series of films, but also appeared as the Meddling Monk in Doctor Who. I was married to impressionist Janet Brown.

5. Which surreal comedy tv series ran between 1969 and 1974 with all 46 episodes containing sketches created by Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Michael Palin and Terry Jones?

6. What am I? I have a large & robust body, my hind wings are shorter and broader than my forewings, and my eyes are very large and usually touch at the top of my head.

7. What is a brittle brown-coloured sweet made from churned cream, brown sugar, corn syrup, water & flavourings with a similar taste to that of toffee?

8. Until its sale to Connect Airways in 2019, which former British airline was based in Exeter and carried 8 million passengers a year between 81 airports across the UK and the rest of Europe, with over 210 routes across 15 countries?

9. Question 9, it’s lyric time. Which 1997 UK number 1 single, starts with the lines: I used to think that I could not go on And life was nothing but an distrustful song?

10. Which “he loves me, he loves me not” plant is poisonous to eat for humans and cattle, but when dry the poison is not active?

By Vicky Pennington, Trustee at Holderness Hedgehog Hospital

Summer is here, it’s warm, sunny, school has finished and it's one of our busiest times of the year.

A lot of our admissions into the rescue are hedgehogs that are dehydrated, this can be so easily avoided by providing water. This can be as simple as a filling a dish, old pet bowl, plant pot bottom or access to a pond.

We are also taking in a lot of young hedgehogs, these are called hoglets. They come in for a number of reasons: lost, disturbed nests, abandoned by mum, illness or something has happened to mum.

These little ones need specialist care and as with all the admissions there can be underlying health issues. These aren't always visible to the naked eye so please never try to look after a hedgehog yourself. A 'healthy' looking active hedgehog may seem ok but it looks the same as a hyperactive hedgehog. Hyperactivity is a

sign that something is seriously wrong and the poor hedgehog may pass away within hours.

Flystrike is also an issue at this time of year. Flies lay their eggs on a hedgehog that's out during the day. In this heat the eggs (in their 1000s) will hatch within hours. The tiny maggots will then feed on the hedgehog. If you see a hog out during the day, sunbathing with flies buzzing about please don't leave it hoping it will wander off.

We are here for help, advice and to support you, no question is a silly one so please ask.

You can also check our website holdernesshedgehoghospital.org for helpful tips and advice, plus help on how to encourage hedgehogs into your garden or how to support the ones you already have. Take care and enjoy the summer.

A BAG sorting trial has been rolled out to five more recycling sites in the East Riding thanks to residents making it a success.

A trial was launched at the Driffield household waste recycling site in March by East Riding of Yorkshire Council to encourage visitors to sort through their bags of mixed materials that they take along to get rid of.

The aim was to make sure even more items were recycled, and thanks to residents getting behind the scheme, it led to a 3.5% increase in the recycling figure for the Driffield site each month.

The council has rolled out the scheme to household waste recycling sites at Carnaby, Pocklington, Weel near Beverley, Airmyn near Goole, and Humberfield at Hessle.

It is due to be introduced at the four remaining sites - Holme on Spalding Moor, Hornsea, Withernsea and Preston by August.

The council is urging residents to sort their bags of waste before taking them to household waste recycling sites. Most people do that already, but some take along a bag of waste and put it straight into the general skip.

To reach those people, the bag sorting scheme was introduced.

A sorting table is provided, with gloves, a litter picker, paper towels and anti-bacterial handwash.

Site staff direct residents with bags or boxes of waste to visit the table so they can sort through their own waste. Recycling containers for each type of item are sited next to the table – so

people don’t have to travel across the site to the various skips. Items that can’t be recycled can then be placed into a site’s general waste skip.

Leaflets advising people of the new system are being handed out at each site, alongside new signs being put up. It is hoped the move will lead to more items being recycled.

During the trial at the Driffield site, the bag sorting area resulted in more than six tonnes of waste being diverted to recycling containers, which would otherwise have gone into the general waste skip.

Overall, there was 50 tonnes less of general waste

collected in the containers on site - a lot of which is believed to be down to residents sorting more waste before going to the site.

The Driffield site’s overall recycling figure was an impressive 86% for April and May, meaning 86% of all the items taken along by residents could be recycled or reused. The remainder was used as refuse derived fuel and sent to be burnt at a specialised plant in order to generate electricity. Nothing is sent to landfill.

Cash

MILLIONS of UK workers will be able to take home more of their hard-earned cash under new legislation, backed by the government on Friday, July 15, banning employers from withholding tips from their staff.

Despite most hospitality workers, many of whom are earning the National Minimum Wage, relying on tips to top up their pay, there are still some businesses who fail to pass on service charges from customers to their staff.

The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill,

introduced by Dean Russell MP and backed by the government, will ensure that all tips go to staff by making it unlawful for businesses to hold back well-earned service charges from their employees.

This overhaul of tipping practices is set to benefit more than 2 million UK workers across the hospitality, leisure and services sectors who tend to rely on tips the most. It will also help to ease pressures caused by global inflation and an increase to the cost of living.

Canine casualty What to do if your dog is stung by a bee or wasp

FOOD AND DRINK DANGEROUS TO DOGS

Dogs can be opportunists when it comes to getting their paws on tasty treats, but not all everyday food and drink are safe if they come into contact with them. Learn which nine items are particularly dangerous to your dog.

1. ONIONS, GARLIC AND CHIVES

The onion family, whether dry, raw or cooked, is particularly toxic to dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage. Signs of illness are not always immediate and can occur up to a few days later.

2. CHOCOLATE

However enticing chocolate is for humans and dogs alike, chocolate is another poisonous food for dogs. Chocolate contains a stimulant called theobromine (dark chocolate has the highest content of this) which is toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure.

3. MACADAMIA NUTS

Macadamia nuts contain a toxin that can affect your dog’s muscles and nervous system resulting in weakness, swollen limbs and panting.

4. CORN ON THE COB

Corn on the cob could potentially be fatal if eaten by your dog. Although the corn is digested by dogs, the cob can cause a blockage in your dog’s intestine.

5. AVOCADO

Avocados are another poisonous food for dogs. Avocado plants contain a substance called Persin which is in its leaves, fruit and seed and can cause vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs.

6. ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER (XYLITOL)

Our desire for sweet treats, chewing gum and drinks together with low-fat, diet and sugar-free products (including some peanut butters so always check the label before using this as a treat) are often laced with an artificial sweetener called Xylitol which causes an insulin release in our bodies. However, if your dog digests one of these sweetened foods they can go into hypoglycaemia which is linked to liver failure and blood clotting disorders.

7. ALCOHOL

Alcohol has a huge impact on dogs even in small doses. The drink not only causes intoxication as it does in humans, but it can lead to sickness, diarrhoea and even central nervous system damage.

8. COOKED BONES

Giving your dog a raw uncooked bone to chew on is great, but avoid cooked bones at all cost. These can easily splinter and in large quantities cause constipation or at worst, a perforation of the gut which can be fatal.

9. GRAPES AND RAISINS

Raisins are in many of the foods that we love to eat such as cakes, biscuits and cereals so it’s not just the fruit form we should be concerned with. The active ingredient which causes the toxin is unknown, however both grapes and raisins may cause severe liver damage and kidney failure.

In most cases, a bee or wasp sting will cause some mild pain and irritation but will not need any vet treatment.

Occasionally, bee and wasp stings can be more serious, so it’s better to get your dog to leave bees and wasps alone. Teaching your dog to come back (recall) will help to protect your dog.

SYMPTOMS YOUR DOG HAS BEEN STUNG BY A BEE OR WASP

• Whining • Limping • Drooling • Swelling

• Holding up a paw (if stung on the paw)

• Biting or nibbling where the sting went in

• Pawing at the face or mouth

• Hives (red, swollen, itchy skin)

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG HAS BEEN STUNG

• Remain calm

• Scrape out the sting using a credit card (or any other stiff material) or pull it out below the poison sac. Do not squeeze the sting as this could force more of the poison into your dog’s body.

• Bathe the area in water

• Applying ice will help to soothe the sting. Make sure the cold temperature is not uncomfortable for your dog.

• Closely watch your pet for signs of an allergic reaction.

WHAT

SHOULD I DO IF MY DOG HAS EATEN ANY OF THESE?

If consumed, even small amounts of these items can be fatal so always act immediately and take your dog to the vets.

Commercial Sea Angling Club update

HERE’S our presentation speech which was held a few weeks ago with pictures of the cup winners:

It seems a while since we held one of these due to our old foe the Covid, anyway here we are a full season under our belts. Everyone was looking forward to it but I think it’s fair to say that it was a very mixed, well should I say a very mediocre, season mainly down the Sunday curse of bad weather or rough seas or a combination of both. It did have its high spots with one or two matches producing some good bags of fish and two double figure cod which I think is a first in a season.

We had the usual list of calamities throughout the season more on them later.

We also had one of the most open championships for many a year with several individuals in with a chance going into the last match, again more on that later.

Thanks especially to our new hosts in the Spread, Chrissie and all the staff for putting up with us over the year and making sure we were fed and watered, and thanks to you all for turning up every match after all it’s all of you who make the club what it is.

• The Juniors: Runner was up was Harvey Butler. Winner who more often than not beat his dad and a lot of other seniors, was Kieran Dale

• Bottom half league: Kev Richardson

• Over 50’s Trophy: Steve Baron

• Pete Goddard Cup: Mike Coulman

• Graham Kirk Cup: Steve Gibson

• Jack Hewitt Cup: Juzzy Hawksley

• Biggest Fish Trophy: Mike Brockman 5.73kg

• Biggest Bag Trophy: Ricky Drew 7.725g

• Knock out cup: Mike Coates

• Weight league: Rich Hoe, Steve Baron

• Big fish League: Juzzy Hawksley

• Mystery Pairs: Steve Baron/ Dave Hart

On to the much sought after championship, as I previously said this was the most open one for years and a lot of new faces in the tile race. In the early stages Mike Fox blazed a trail then a slight mishap and other commitments put paid to his challenge. Rich Hoe steadily kept catching throughout the year and with a few matches to go was in pole position but alas it was not to be this season as Rich struggled to find the fish later on. The older stalwarts of Steve Baron, Kev Richardson and Papa Banks briefly threatened, but could not sustain the pace. Mike Coates was there or thereabouts all season and was also looking good for the title weighing in a couple of mops in the later stages.

Going into the last match it could have gone to any of five anglers but in the end it turned out to be the Juzzy Hawksley who stormed through in the final match to take the title. I should mention that Juzzy’s victory proves to all that you don’t need to weigh loads of fish in to be victorious, Juzzy weighed in just 29 fish all season that just goes to show it’s not just about quantity but quality that counts.

We now move onto the naming and shaming and present the coveted toilet seat award! A few funny moments from the season gone by

started at the first match with Lee Fash taking a new slant on a mobile phone, thinking he should leave it on the car roof to be mobile then hearing it fall off but left it to dash back to make sure he made the weigh in!

There’s dedication for you, luckily on his return his phone was on the grass verge virtually unscathed.

One or two cases of anglers getting wet, Sam paddling down Spurn and having to bail out on his box and then endure a very long soggy walk back!

Yours truly thought it would be a good idea because he wasn’t catching to go snorkelling in Brid Bay to look for fish to no avail may I add.

Mr Hart also deserves a mention with his faux pas of two different rod sections luckily he has a friend who lent him a rod and also he was rumoured to be looking for a part in what was renamed dancing on rocks after he tried unsuccessfully to perform a pirouette on the rocks at Old Hall - the rocks coming off slightly the winner!

Stanno tried to patent a new form of tackle transport in the form of a wheelbarrow again at Old Hall. This seemed to fail miserably at the first hurdle but I do understand further work is in the pipeline.

We had Syd trying a mud pack on his face at Hilston after Steve and

Chris told him it would improve his looks he decided to face plant the bottom of the cliffs - needless to say the treatment didn’t work.

This year however the coveted award goes to an angler who was doing really well in most of the matches and challenging at the top. Old Hall again was the venue -think it should carry a health warning fishing there as most of the events have happened there! This particular angler had on the day a very decent bag of fish, arrived back at the weigh in into the boot, whoops where’s my fish bag? Needless to say it was still on the verge where his van had been parked at Old Hall resulting in not enough time to make the scales down time. I think this blew his head he was never the same for the rest of the matches and his title challenge faded away, the winner is Mike Fox!

That’s it from me here’s to next season!

Juzzy

Keiran

Mike Brockman

Mike Coates

Steve Baron

Steve Baron & Rich Hoe

Snooker Chat with Maverick Mike

June 25th

A good day today, meeting my old boss from work, Peter Train, at snooker. Best of 11 frames, it was a good little session, giving him 50 points start each frame. He can pot a good ball, so I knew I'd find it tough under the hammer giving that much start away, but it makes for a good interesting game, as he doesn’t play that much.

I soon found myself 4 frames to 2 behind! Then I hit two 32 breaks, the score ended 5-5, five frames all. We didn’t play the last frame as Pete’s arm was aching, not used to it, or he’d been overdoing it before the snooker. Had a couple of beers and food after a good catch up. A really enjoyable day with a good bloke

June 27th

Another big snooker event coming up on the horizon at the Tradewell Club, the legend Whirlwind Jimmy White is returning, with a special entertainer - the one and only John Virgo, so it will be my third opportunity to play Jimmy on the 31st July in an exhibition match. The first time was at the Hustlers Club, he bashed me up on the green baize with a 63 break. The second time I was winning the frame all the way through to the blue ball until he cleared up, so this time call it maybe three times lucky for me. I will look forward to it, and make some more special snooker history.

This is what this great sport is all about, to play legends of the game. It is a proud pleasure again to play such a fan’s favourite. I will be giving it my best shot, everything I've got!

Julv 2nd

Had an incredible snooker match today against the great Alex Fellows, best of 11 frames. I managed the

win 6 frames to 1, a superb win for me. I played very well, potted some great balls, and my long potting was on fire. I was very pleased with myself. It just shows that putting in hard work and dedication pays off.

Alex is a phenomenally natural player, so to get that victory is special to me. To play that well, I surprised myself! I was just determined once I got my chance, getting into the balls and to win in one visit. It was needed too, against a class player, the match played in great sporting spirit and he thanked me for the match. That means a lot to me - thank you very much.

July 4th

Happy with my progress and form at snooker, having just made a 54 break. Dedication, practice, commitment pays off.

July 5th

Went out shopping in Withernsea, got pulled up in the street and in supermarkets, with lovely folks saying well done on your snooker weekend, you played some great snooker. I always thank them so much, it really means a lot. Also had a lot of support and wishes for the exhibition match against Jimmy White on the 31st July.

Jimmy has always been my hero and favourite player at this sport. Me and my dad always watched him, glued to the television screen when he was playing, so I'm really looking forward to sharing the table with the legend once again!

Had an incredible snooker match against Ian Hutty. I gave him 21 points start, and he appreciated the game at the end. He’s a great player and a nice bloke. We both potted some good balls, missed some fairly easy balls too! You could say pressure! He got me in three snookers that were basically impossible to get out of! At one stage I was nearly 40 points adrift! I don’t think I've had a frame like it, got onto the coloured balls, needed them all, potting each all the way to the pink. I missed it twice, then third time lucky, clipped it into the middle pocket, then potted the black ball the full length of the table, managing to win 70 points to 66! I was a bit nervous inside, it was mental torture that, but I got the win and got over the line. I know I’m always pleased

with a victory, but it’s a good job I don’t get too many frames like that!

July 9th

A great win over Alex Fellows, 6 frames to 4, another magic pot fest match, I really enjoyed it. It was really hard to get the win but I managed it in the end. Four black ball games! Plus Alex is a great player, the other day he got a 73 break, then a 54. We always have great chemistry on the green baize

July 16th

A tough snooker match today against the ex-Leeds Snooker Champion, who also won a KO in Keighley, highest break of 137! He’s just the type of player I need to be testing myself against. He’s a very serious, dedicated snooker player. Got to push yourself, it’s the competing against quality that counts.

We played the best of 11 frames. For the first four frames, I was just picking balls out the pocket! He was potting just about every ball on the table, I was just stood watching, so soon found myself 4 0 behind, wondering how to pull this back! My confidence was feeling low, but the next frame was a bit better. I finally scrapped it on the pink, making it 4 1. The next frame, with a 29 break and a 28, I managed to score over 60 points without my opponent potting a ball! 4 2!

Next frame he was back on song, with great potting ability. He’s a very aggressive player, with great cue ball control, so the score was 5 2. I brought it back to 5 4 over the next two frames, but on the last frame, I lost it on the black ball. I’d cleared all the colours up, then missed the black with the rest, so in the end I lost 6 4.

I was a bit disappointed, but pleased I had restored my confidence, and fought back. After being 4 0 adrift, it's very difficult to not feel demoralised, but I've always said I’ll never give up, and play through the tough frames. That’s what the great sport snooker is all about. Well done to my opponent, a class player of great skill!.

Patrington Cricket Club Update

THE FIRST eleven have had an excellent month, going unbeaten and setting a few club records in the process. First off on the road at Brandesburton when they completed a club record run chase, when they knocked off 307 with over 10 overs to spare in an unbelievable game of cricket. Batting first the hosts posted a formidable looking 306 for 4 as the visitors bowling attacked toiled against the impressive Dan Broumpton (104*) who was ably assisted by Sam Lakin (99) with the pair adding over 200 for the fourth wicket. In pursuit, the Patrington chase got off to a lightning start, openers Ian Buss (72) and Ashley McKinley (81) adding 152 in just 16 overs to lay the perfect foundations for Patrington to chase down the total in just 39.5 overs with Connor McKinley (40*) seeing Patrington over the line in emphatic fashion. The following week, Patrington hosted Driffield in a top of the table clash and registered an excellent 112 run victory. Leading the way with the bat once again were brothers Ashley (81) and Connor McKinley (64) together with a first half century of the season for Jacob Duffill (51) seeing the hosts post 251 all out before left arm spinner Grant Van Es (6-30) was the destroyer in chief as his fine spell helped Patrington bowl out Driffield for just 139 cementing the sides place at the top of the division one. There was no time for the firsts to rest as the following day they travelled to North Marine Road in the first time in the club’s history to face Scarborough, a day the club had eagerly anticipated saw once again Grant Van Es (5-39) the star with the ball, the left armer was the only Patrington bowler to take a wicket as the home side finished their innings on 201 for 5. A competitive total, but full of confidence from the previous weeks, the visitors still felt they remained favourites. In pursuit, Patrington would lose 6 wickets with every batsman reaching double figures but with no substantial partnership throughout, Patrington where indebted to a fantastic 72 not out from wicket keeper batsman Connor McKinley, with no other batsmen scoring more than 23 the talented left hander played the perfect innings as he guided Patrington to a 4wicket victory with 10 balls to spare. McKinley is enjoying a fine season with the bat and is the clubs leading run scorer with 626 league runs to his name, he looks on course to eclipse his best ever season of 745 runs in the 2019 season as he sits in second place in the leagues run scoring charts overall, averaging an impressive 69.56. The following week, the firsts set another club record when they hit their highest ever total when they posted 386 for 6 against Goole, the total was built around a fine century from number five Ben Butler, the powerful right hander scored a wonderful 119 from 111 balls before departing. Butler was well supported by Curtis McElwee (39), Bob EldonSmith (53) and Billy Ineson (34) along with 64

extras, Patrington beating their previous highest total by 6 runs (which was posted earlier in the season against Pickering). The Goole reply never really got going, Ian Buss (4-41) inflicting damage with the new ball as the visitors would be dismissed for 138 giving Patrington a victory margin of 248 runs. The excellent batting performance was backed up by a fine bowling and fielding performance, captain Ash McKinley taking one of the best catches in recent memory in the gully with his effort backed up by another superb one-handed catch for Eldon-Smith, spinners Danny Collinson (3-25) and Grant Van Es (2-34) finishing the job with the ball. Two more victories on the road would follow, first against bottom of the league Pickering, McKinley (3-10) and McElwee (33) claiming the bowling plaudits as Patrington dismissed the hosts for just 81 with Jacob Duffill making it 17 catches for the season, a fine effort as Duffill has made the short cover region his prime position as he heads the leagues outfield catches by some distance. The visitors then cruised to a 6-wicket victory in just 14 overs as the winning run continued. They then carried on the winning streak on the road to Yapham to make it 9 league wins in a row, bowling first they would dismiss the hosts for a well below par 114 with Declan Precious (3-30) taking the bowling honours, Grant Van Es (2-6) added two more wickets to his tally, taking him to 33 league wickets as he not only heads the wicket taking charts for the club, but also overall in division one, taking those wickets at an average of just 11.48 and conceding under 3.5 runs per over the slow left armer has bowled fantastically throughout 2022 he again looks set to hit the 50 wicket mark for a second successive season. This fine run of form for the first eleven sees them occupy top spot in division one, 32 points ahead of Beverley and Woodhouse Grange although both sides do have a game in hand on the Southsiders. With seven games remaining, captain Ashley McKinley has warned his side against complacency and has asked for one last push in the club’s quest for promotion to the Championship for the first time in the club’s history. With some tricky fixtures remaining it will be interesting to see if the firsts can maintain the momentum.

The seconds have endured another mixed month, claiming two victories but registering three defeats. They do however remain 14 points ahead of the relegation zone and three or four more positive results should see them maintain they’re division two status and achieve what they set out to do at the start of the campaign. The month started with an agonising 5 run defeat at home to Kirk Ella in yet another thriller at Southside, unfortunately the seconds have now suffered 4 defeats by the barest of margins, a couple of wins from those games would see them well clear of

By Danny Collinson

the drop zone. Chasing an unlikely 239 for victory they put in a fantastic effort with the bat, backing up the efforts with the ball of leading wicket taker Jack Eggett (5-52) and fellow spinner Lucas Sneddon (4-70) before the spirited run chase. Jason McKinley (30), Marc Pollard (26), Brian Butler (33) and Macca Harman (27) made good contributions but left too much for the lower order to do despite the best efforts of number 8 Craig Foster, whose 42 not out kept the stiffs in the hunt, as they fell agonisingly short. Had one of the top order converted their starts into a half century, the hosts may well have registered an unlikely win. This was followed up by a strong performance on the road to relegation rivals Newport, batting first in tough conditions the visitors registered 189 for 7 thanks to Jamie McKinley (42) and a fine half century from Simon Rowbottom (52*) the right handers brilliant knock took the game away from the hosts who would be dismissed for just 87 in reply with captain McKinley (4-32) leading the bowling attack, whilst James McGinty excelled in the field taking two stunning catches in a fine all round Patrington performance. The seconds then came up stuck when travelling to leaders Hull Zingari, the hosts would be too strong for the visitors, scoring 264 for 9 despite the best efforts with ball from Glenn Ratcliffe (4-55) the total would prove far too big for Patrington who only managed 158 all out in reply with Brian Butler’s 44 the highlight in an enterprising knock from the hardhitting batsman. The, win one lose one theme continued for the rest of the month beating Cottingham at home to claim a vital 10 points dismissing the visitors for 127 on the back of a fine new ball spell from Mark Goundrill (2-25) before main man Eggett (4-39) carried on his fine form with the ball taking his wicket tally to 30 becoming the leagues joint leading wicket taker in the process. The run chase was then built around a gritty Matthew Dixon (54) half century as the seconds claimed a fairly comfortable 4 wicket victory. They would then fall short the following week entertaining Hessle, Craig Foster (5-33) returning his best figures of the season as the hosts restricted their opponents to 180 all out. A spirited effort from the stiffs, with 3 or 4 players carrying or picking up injuries during the game, they still gave their all in the field to give

themselves more than a chance of victory at the halfway stage. Unfortunately, it was a similar story with the bat, plenty of the top order looking in good touch and reaching double figures before getting out without going on to make that vital match defining score as the home side fell 50 runs short of victory. The seconds have a tough month ahead with some difficult fixtures on the horizon, if they manage to pick up a couple of victories, they will still have a chance of staying in division two.

It's also been a mixed bag for the club’s third eleven, 2 victories, 1 defeat, 1 walk over and 1 game conceded has seen McGinty’s men claim 32 points from a possible 50. With one game remaining before the league splits, the thirds could finish anywhere from fourth down to eight in a congested bottom half of the table. The two standout performances of the month where a home win versus Hull Strikers chasing down 171 and then on the road to Sutton when chasing 152. The home win versus the Strikers saw spinner Lucas Sneddon (3-20) take the bowling honours, the off spinner now has 26 wickets to his name in all competitions, 14 of which have come for the third eleven. A great effort with the bat saw McGinty (20) and Ratcliffe (34) lay a solid platform before Simon Rowbottom (62) hit his highest score of the season to get the thirds on the verge of victory. Sneddon (27*) completed an excellent day at the office as he and Dad Bill guided the home side to a 5-wicket victory with 7 balls to spare. The win was then backed up at Sutton, restricting the hosts to 151 in the baking sunshine, the thirds put in one of their best bowling and fielding performances to date. Harry Newton (2-25) deserving special praise as he reeled of 10 overs on the bounce in testing conditions. The run chase was executed perfectly, Kieran Finnigan and Curtis McElwee hitting thirties before retiring and the Russ Edwards sealing the deal with 40 not out and hitting his highest score of the season in the process as the visitors cruised to a 6-wicket victory. With Hull Zingari conceding the following week, the thirds are on their best run of the season, had it not been for a lack of player availability and games having to be conceded the thirds may have well secured themselves a top four finish. Nevertheless, it has been a great turnaround from McGinty’s men, and they will enter the final stanza of the season in good stead.

Other news

The first team have progressed to the semi-finals of the Readman Trophy and face a tricky tie at home to Sutton, with the winners progressing to the final at Woodhouse Grange on Sunday 14th August against either Thirsk or Knaresborough, those two sides currently occupy the top two slots in division one west.

The club would like to say a massive thank you to Meadley Plant Hire. Unfortunately, the club’s roller broke down once again and looks beyond repair leaving the club in a desperate situation as they look into the potential of purchasing a new one. But with this proving a very costly process and the funds just not available the club have been helped hugely by the Meadley family who have been able to loan the club a roller on an ad hoc basis. The club is truly grateful for this kind gesture as without a roller, the club would be unable to produce the kind of pitches required to provide the cricket it has done these last few months.

NEW SCORER WANTED – The club is on the lookout for an additional scorer. Full training will be given if required, on a matchday the scorer will receive a fee along with food and refreshments. If anybody is interested in taking up the role, please contact our club chairman Jason McKinley (07769 117100) to discuss further. Or contact us through Facebook.

To keep up to date with the clubs news please visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/patringtoncricket and anybody interested in sponsoring the club for the upcoming season please contact a club member or get in contact with Liam Murrey (liammurrey@gmail.com) with various opportunities available ranging from Match ball Sponsor to Business Sponsor. The club is hoping to raise funds as they look into the possibility of extending the clubhouse/tearoom as the club looks to continually improve its facilities down at the ground.

Easington hope to mark their milestone in style!

THE 2022/23 football season kicks off this month with Easington United set to field three Saturday teams along with their Sunday Veterans side.

The First Team are scheduled to commence their Humber Premier League (HPL) Division 1 campaign on Saturday, 20 August, although at time of going to print the fixtures are still to be released.

The club’s Reserves and Third Team will then kick off their East Riding County League seasons early next month, as will the ‘Awd Ezzies’ in the Hull & District Veterans League.

Before then, all of our teams are in pre-season action, beginning on 30 July when United take two teams to play West Yorkshire league outfit Wetherby Athletic’s first and second strings.

Following this, the First Team face two HPL Premier Division teams; Hessle Rangers visit Low Farm on Saturday, 6 August before the locals head up the coast to play Hornsea Town on Tuesday, 16 August.

As for the Reserves, they travel to play Sands United HEY on 6 August before hosting the annual Andy Martin Memorial game against AFC Skirlaugh on Friday, 12 August. The following Thursday the Stiffs entertain North Ferriby Sporting and Hull Athletic visit Low Farm on 27 August.

For the Academy there is a trip to Pickering Park to play CAST United Community on Wednesday, 3 August, followed by a home game against East Yorkshire United on 17 August and an away game at Hornsea Town Reserves on Sunday, 21 August.

The Awd Ezzies welcome Newland Vets to Low Farm on Sunday, 14 August for the second playing of the annual ‘Finchy Memorial Game’. Meanwhile, at time of going to print, the locals are also seeking to set something up with the team representing Hull4Heroes, our chosen good

cause for the past two years.

As regards the club’s new chosen cause – the WISHH charity for Wards 30 and 32 at Castle Hill Hospital (chosen in memory of Mickey Bo Wilson) - the first fundraising effort comes on Saturday, 13 August, when a group of players attempt a sponsored climb up Mount Snowdon. Along with WISHH, proceeds are also going to help fund some much-needed pitch improvement work at Low Farm. Anyone wishing to support the lads can do so via a crowdfunding page at www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding /easington-unitedfc, or the oldfashioned paper sponsorship form method.

Along with raising funds towards the ground, club members and volunteers have also been doing their own bit to help in recent weeks. Undertaking maintenance and tidying-up tasks, they have helped ensure that Low Farm should look in good nick ahead of the new season.

As previously, mentioned, the 2022/23 season is a special one in the club’s history. It not only marks 75 years since the formation of Easington AFC & CC in 1947 but also sees the chairman, Doug Clubley, celebrate 60 years involvement with his local club. On Saturday, 24 September, both milestones will be celebrated at a special Sporting Dinner, which takes place in the Circle Restaurant at Hull City AFC’s MKM Stadium.

Guest speaker is the former Newcastle, Liverpool and England star Peter Beardsley MBE, along with MC/comedian John Gillan. Tickets are selling well but are still available from either Daniel Campbell (07794 572250) or Stuart Campbell (07792 770475), priced £40 each.

The dedication and commitment to the club typified by Doug and the much-missed Mickey Bo is

something that needs to be replicated at all levels if The Eastenders are to improve on what was a very disappointing 2021/22 season and mark their milestone season in style; a point the chairman reiterated at the club’s recent AGM.

To this end he will have been encouraged by not only the attendances at pre-season training but also the effort and attitude already on show, something that hopefully bodes well for the coming months.

To mark the club’s latest milestone, August will see The Eastenders unveil their special 75th anniversary playing strips, which will carry a commemorative badge, designed by Tommy Outing. The kits will ‘respect the past while embracing the future’ and the initial designs have been received favourably at committee level.

The management committee are delighted that sponsors have been found to ensure all four teams operating under the Easington banner in 2022/23 will be newly kitted out and to this end our thanks go to the following for their support: APX

Performance, Ashford Cladding, Centrica Storage Ltd, ESL Fabrication Engineers, Holderness & Hornsea Gazette, JT Accountancy, the Marquis of Granby, Perenco UK, Relay Port Agency, Sandy Beaches Holiday

Village and The Window Doctor. Any other business and/or individual wishing to support/sponsor The Eastenders in any way during their anniversary season should contact us by email at: info@easington-

By Richard Lusmore

united.co.uk.

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01: ‘A day on the Farm’. Club volunteers spent time recently undertaking several tasks in order to get the club’s Low Farm home ready for the new season

02: Celebration time. Easington United members past and present will gather in September to celebrate 75 years of The Eastenders

03: Anniversary crest. The Eastenders will be resplendent in new strips this season, which will also bear a commemorative 75th ‘birthday badge’, kindly designed by Tommy Outing

04: Valued support. Easington United’s new 75th anniversary strips have been produced thanks to the support of several local businesses

05: Encouraging. The Eastenders’ pre-season training sessions at Patrington have been well attended and have proved extremely popular 5