Withernsea Community News - Issue 13, November 2021

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Over 3000 poppies in Patrington for Remembrance A PATRINGTON resident has created a display for the village for Remembrance Day. Gareth Walker hoped to make at least 2000 poppies for the display to have the impact but he has exceeded that creating just over 3000 poppies.

The poppies have been made from recycling the bottoms of plastic drink bottles donated by people to the project. An additional 90

purple poppies have been made to remember the animals who gave their lives in the wars (horses and dogs mainly).

The poppies are also being used to raise money for the poppy appeal. People are able to buy the poppies for £1.

Talking about his inspiration for the project back at the start Gareth said: “I saw the idea last year on social media from a village in the south of

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England. They did it on a roundabout and I thought it could be made bigger and better to cover much of the grass spaces in our village.”

Gareth has also created 12 soldier silhouettes which he has put out in the village, the wood was kindly paid for and donated by local villagers.

You can contact Gareth and follow his project on Facebook: ‘Patrington Poppy Project’.

A NEW event to promote what is available in Withernsea is coming to the town on Saturday, November 27.

The event organised by Withernsea Town Council will be

held in the Meridian Centre from 10am to 3pm with free entry.

There are tables available for activity groups, hobby groups or interest groups to showcase

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‘Roos Juice’ a real community effort HORNSEA Herring, Dog Snout, Ashmead’s Kernel, Yorkshire Greening and Fillingham Pippin are just some of the wonderful names of the apple trees in the Roos Woodland Group’s community orchard. Planted almost 10 years ago with a grant from the Roos Windfarm Community Fund the apples are bearing fruit and have been added to the group’s apple juice – Roos Juice.

With generous apple donations from villagers in Roos and surrounding orchards, along with their own apples, the Roos Woodland Group’s enthusiastic volunteers pick and transport the fruit to the Side Oven Bakery near

Driffield where they are pressed and pasteurised to give a tasty apple juice that is 100% natural.

Proceeds from the sale of the juice go back into the community to buy more trees for planting in and around Roos parish. Madge Moore, Chair of the Roos Woodland Group said: “It was great this year to have our own apples to go into the mix and we hope in years to come there will be a lot more. The Juice is available from The Roos Village Store, Melbourne Butchers, Roos, Great Newsome Brewery and Halsham Waterside Farm Shop or drop an email to woodlandroos@gmail.com and we can get some to you”.

Harvest festival for Rainbows, Brownies and Guides ON SUNDAY, October 10 Withernsea Rainbows, Brownies and Guides attended the Withernsea Methodist Church Harvest Festival.

They donated to the produce collection and produced a picture of a harvest tractor between the groups.

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HARVEST FESTIVAL: Withernsea Rainbows, Brownies and Guides at the Harvest Festival PRODUCE: Brownies Florance Purse and Ruby Thomson with a selection of the produce donated and the harvest tractor made by the groups as a joint effort

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Christmas raffle kicks off fundraising for Patrington Primary pupils THE FRIENDS of Patrington Primary Academy met on October 15 for their AGM. They are once again excited to be raising funds to support Patrington Primary in their aim to help the learning and development of the children. Their main focus at the moment is to create an outside reading haven for children to have somewhere to go during their outdoor play times to sit, read and relax.

The fundraising efforts will begin with a Christmas raffle with cash prizes of £100, £50, £25 and £10.

Tickets cost £1 and are available to purchase from Vowles Hardware, Soapy Bubbles, Cakey Bakey, Amy's and the Patrington Light Switch On. If anyone is interested in learning more about the friends of the academy or would like to help please contact Rachel Spruce: rachel@merm.co.uk or Stacy Hopper: stacy.hopper@hotmail.com

KEYINGHAM FUNDRAISING CHRISTMAS FAYRE A CHRISTMAS gift and craft fayre will take place at Keyingham Village Hall (Institute) on Saturday, November 20. The fayre which is open 11am to 3pm will also raise funds towards St Nicholas Church kitchen and toilet fund.

NORTH ROAD CLOSURE NORTH Road in Withernsea will be closed to through traffic from 7pm on Thursday, November 18. The closure is between house number 135 and 145 for the replacement of a manhole cover and frame works being carried out on behalf of Yorkshire Water. The work is expected to be completed by 9.30pm on the same day.

The alternative route for traffic will be North Road, Seathorne, Queen Street, Hull Road and Arthur Street.

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Fallen figures back in Withernsea THE FALLEN figures have been placed out in WIthernsea for Remembrance month.

They were put into place on Sunday, October 24 on the mound between the promenade and Memorial Gardens.

2. BACK: The figures are located on the mound between the promenade and Memorial Gardens (photo by Darren England)

By Darren England MOST people will be unaware we have British troops stationed in Estonia patrolling its boarders as part of a UN operation. These troops are stationed there for six months and will miss Christmas and New Year with their families. At last months meeting of Withernsea Royal British Legion it was agreed that we would all collect items for this month’s meeting and pack care boxes to send out to Estonia. After a request was placed on social media and in the local

paper we had an overwhelming amount of support from members of the public who wished to not only donate items by sending boxes themselves but giving it to us to pack. In the month leading up to October’s meeting 44 packages were sent to both male and female soldiers including officers by individual members of the branch and Withernsea folk.

After the RBL meeting on Wednesday, October 20, 14 members packed a massive 36 shoe boxes with goods that included, toothpaste, toothbrushes, roll on deodorants, feminine products, sweets, crisps, pasta meals and many more things. It was only that we ran out of shoe boxes that we had to stop. Each parcel has to be less than 2kg for it to be sent free via the Post Office and they have a small customs label attached which takes about 30 seconds to complete. All the parcels are addressed to the Battery Sergeant Major (BSM) who checks the box to see if it has a M (male) F (female) and hands to the person who has not received one.

One female soldier who was born in the UK but all her family now live in the Caribbean believed she would not get anything as its too expensive to send a care package from there. When the BSM gave her a box she burst into tears saying she could not believe

Withernsea Remembrance plans Road. Please accept our apologies but it is out of our control. All are welcome to attend the service and wreath laying at the new war memorial just off Pier Road at 10.45am onwards. Mr Chris Barker will be playing the bagpipes before the service for all those that arrive early.

The Order of Service for Sunday,

November 14 sees Rev Debbie Lucas, Withernsea Methodist Church welcome organisations and members of the public with opening prayers at 10.55am followed by The Last Post played

by Mr C Walling at 11am before a two minutes silence and then Reveille played by Mr C Walling.

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Withernsea’s hoarding boards being replaced with railings WORK is underway to replace the vandalised hoarding boards in front of the now demolished Teddy’s club on Withernsea’s south promenade with new railings.

The bygone era pictures that were on the hoarding boards have been relocated to the Italian Gardens.

East Riding Council looked at replacing the hoarding boards with a new wooden product that can withstand the elements or

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1. HELPERS: The figures back in place with some of the helpers (photo by Darrin Stevens)

British Troops serving in Estonia receive care packages from Withernsea RBL

ON NOVEMBER 11 there will be a small remembrance service at the old war memorial in Withernsea, at the rear of the library, starting at 10.55am.

On Sunday, November 14 due to the restrictions being in place only a small number of people have been invited to the church service at the Methodist Church on Hull

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with the popular but more expensive option of railings.

They have opted for railings which have the benefit of being less likely to be vandalised and have given residents the view of the sea back.

OPEN VIEW: After the hoarding boards were removed before the railings were fitted – the view of the sea has now been opened up

the generosity of the people of Withernsea.

As the soldiers has received the packages a number have then sent either a text, email or letter of thanks back: “Thank you for the welfare box sent to *Royal Horse Artillery (RHA) (no horses sorry) in Estonia. We are a group of five women in a room together - four Artillery and one Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) (most rooms have eight in so we are lucky). We have eaten some of the treats already, the chocolate eclairs went down a treat. The toiletries will come in really handy for when we are out in the field. Thank you so much for your generosity and thinking of us.”

Another read: “Hello Marie and Darren thank you so much for the parcel, the gifts are perfect and would just like to say thank you again” The BSM has said that: “the Soldiers have really been taken aback by the parcels and generosity. The impact it has had is priceless and I thank you and the folk of South Holderness for sending them.”

If anybody would like to donate a goods for this cause could you please contact the Withernsea RBL chairman Darren England on dazscuba@gmail.com.

Items that can be donated are: Pot noodles, pasta

Withernsea Royal British Legion will then lead the words of Remembrance before Rev Debbie Lucas conducts a small service and prayers. This will then be followed at 11.15am by the laying of the wreaths with the bagpipes

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Children’s book release a lifelong dream for local author A FORMER Withernsea Student has realised her dream to become a published author as she releases her first book in time for Christmas. KirstyLouise Garbutt’s book, Santa’s Lost Buttons, is inspired from a dream (or was it real?). The storyline is about Santa losing buttons from his red iconic Santa suit while on his travels around the world delivering presents.

Writing has always been a passion for Kirsty who commented: “I have been writing since I was eight years old when

I used to make my own books from A4 lined paper torn from a notebook. I would write my stories on one side and draw pictures on the other.”

Kirsty has a fascination with all things Christmas, she added: “I love the season and always have. My Birthday is in December and since as far back as I can recall I have decorated my tree on my birthday. I am at my most passionate and creative when I think of Christmas. Santa’s Lost Buttons I believe has been within me since I was a child. I realised the dream five years ago and recreated the button. I told the story so many times about the button that I thought I have to write the book!”

1 to 8 seater luxury vehicle Kirsty had not found the time to pursue her dream to write until this year when she was made redundant. Having fallen pregnant with her son Patrington - serving at 15 Kirsty returned to finish her education which the East Yorkshire she said: “I’m glad I did as towns & villages life would have been much harder! I really had to make a Working thoughout point and not let being a teen mom define who I was Christmas & New Year, but who it made me. My son including Christmas Day is my best friend and such a & New Years Day. gentleman. I'm very proud of him and my daughter who’s Book early to avoid disappointment. at University now studying physiology and criminology. I • Sports Events • Airport Transfers made sure my two did not follow in my early mom • Nights out • Shopping Trips footsteps as it was hard

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work!” Kirsty is also close to her own mum and she has confessed her mum is her inspiration for Grandmere Lucille who features in the book.

The book is illustrated by Meneer Marcelo who received a brief from Kirsty with regard to Belle the North Pole Elf who is the protagonist in the story.

Kirsty explained: “I said she was cheeky, with an abundance of sass and red hair, traditional but modern, elf smart and adventurous with a gap in her front teeth. He drew Belle holding the button you see today and I fell in love with her instantly. He was the one and I knew he understood my style from the minute we started working together. We work across time zones as Maneer is in the Philippines!”

This is just the beginning for Kirsty who has lots more in the pipelines some of which are already written. She commented: “I plan on more seasonal ones too and there’s a very gentle nod at the end of Santa’s Lost Buttons as to where Belle will lead us next. It’s the first time you see this gentle clue and hopefully people will have picked up on it. I plan on a series of Christmas books in the coming years and some mid-year ones too. All for children as I love creating characters for children to fall in love with.”

The book is £10.95 plus £2.95 p&p and you can order the book on Kirsty’s Facebook page: Perfect Reasons Publications www.facebook.com/santaslost/button It will also be available on Amazon in the coming weeks. You can follow Kirsty

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1. NEW BOOK: Santa’s Lost Buttons (Photo by Chris G Smith) on Instagram @kirstylouisegarbutt and Twitter @KirstyPrp and she can be contacted on e-mail perfectreasons2015@gmail.com or by calling / messaging: 07966 044437.

2. AUTHOR: Kirsty-Louise Garbutt (Photo by Chris G Smith) 3. BELLE: Belle with the button – an image created by illustrator Meneer Marcelo

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Withernsea Christmas lights and Remembrance Tree Service plans confirmed WITHERNSEA Christmas lights switch on will take place in Valley Gardens on Saturday, November 27 from 5:30 pm.

Seaside FM will be compering the event and Linda Barker will be welcomed back to help with the switch on. The Carnival Prince and Princess will also be on the stage to help flick the switch along with a lucky winner from the audience. A raffle ticket will be handed out to children on the night for a draw to help with the switch on. Santa will be in his sleigh ready to receive letters from the children to take back to the North Pole to read. He will be able to send replies back to Withernsea Town Council for each letter before Christmas.

Seaside FM will play music, Richard Harries will be on stage with a Christmas poem or two,

and it’s hoped that Withernsea’s Ladies Choir will be adding some Christmas spirit.

The Remembrance Tree Service will take place on Friday, December 3 by the tree outside Municipal Buildings on Queen Street at 7pm.

The stars and message cards will be available in November, and this year’s donations will go to the Dogs Trust. As always, everyone will then be invited back to the Meridian for light refreshment to warm up.

There will be more updates and posts on social media nearer the dates.

Although it’s hoped

these events will go ahead as outlined Covid has not disappeared and the mention of the possible return to restrictions in some form could be a potential challenge.

However Withernsea Town Council said: “we do our best to adapt to anything that comes

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Withernsea calendar launches for 2022 WITHERNSEA Photographer Mandi Hibberd has produced two Withernsea calendars for 2022. The idea for the calendars came from a desire to showcase the town capturing a new image for each month of the year of one of Withernsea’s wonders..

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. She explains: “I was approached by My local Calendar, who are ansmall friendly-eco company who produces calendars, along with jigsaws and other small items. Despite lockdown, The Withernsea 2021 Calendar sold very well.”

Ward councillors assure residents they are working together to improve GP service for residents WARD COUNCILLORS across Holderness are assuring residents they are working together and with the NHS to help improve residents’ experiences of their Primary Health Care including GP services at Hedon, Withernsea and southern Holderness villages After receiving numerous complaints over several months, all nine elected Councillors representing the Wards of South East, South West and Mid Holderness have been discussing how best to support NHS services during this time of exceptional demand as well as putting the minds of local residents at rest.

The difficulties in arranging GP appointments and even speaking on the telephone have been among the issues raised by local people. Councillors have met with representatives of the local Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and GP practice to try to identify the key areas, understand the pressures facing the NHS and to discuss opportunities to help in the short term and find longer term solutions.

It was recognised that whilst the new system used by the practice was a benefit to some residents, additional safeguards had to be put in place to ensure that no-one was left behind, particularly those with limited IT skills or even don’t have a computer. The GP practice has continued to offer a blended mix of telephone, online and face to face appointments throughout the pandemic. People are being encouraged by the GP practice to take up the opportunity of digital solutions, where clinically safe and possible, as this will help free up telephone lines and appointments for those with no internet access.

It was agreed that there needed to be improved communications as the new system was obviously not working to the patients’ benefit. Residents need to know how best to navigate their way to speak with the relevant members of staff and that they are satisfied with the outcome. One step in this journey is through the GP receptionist. The more information patients can provide about their query, the sooner the practice can direct them to the appropriate health care professional or service to get the care and treatment needed.

One example of the system requiring improvement includes, when ringing Holderness Health, and accepting the call back option ‘one’. This can be used to keep the resident’s place in the queue and receive a returned call. However, if the call is not returned within two hours the system is over-ridden and the connection fails. Therefore, residents have to try to

contact the surgery again. In many cases this causes significant frustration and many patients don’t receive the attention they need. The practice is looking at potential ways forward to improve this.

The councillors commented: “The recent public demonstration in Withernsea emphasised the strength of feeling by many residents but they should rest assured that efforts to improve the present situation are underway and will continue.

“It is anticipated that these lengthy discussions that the Ward Members have held with Holderness Health, and the CCG, to ensure a satisfactory service, will result in the required improvements.”

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This year has seen the production of the Withernsea 2022 calendar along with a slimline calendar entitled ‘The Boats of Withernsea’.

The 2022 calendars can be purchased in Withernsea from The Bazaar, Cafe Bar

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IT’S THE end of the Withernsea Pier and Promenade Association’s (WPPA) first season post-Covid. The Pier Towers closed at the end of October, apart from any special events, with the weather turning cooler and the seas choppier. We have been open weekends from 10am to 4pm, with stallholders and craft sales in the South Tower.

Despite the floodgates being closed lately, with the full moon and the high tides, the beach has still been used by many people enjoying the vast sandy beach exposed at low tide this half-term. Combined with the power of the North Sea as the waves rush up to the rock armour and the seawall at high tide. Just imagine having the ability to watch that from above the waves!

On Wednesday, November 17 a

fundraising event is planned at the Alma Pub in aid of the WPPA, with local vocalist/band Stubbsie. They are from Aldborough and did a highly successful event for us at the Ozone Club three years ago. They also feature on the Brolliant CD with the song Remember Me and played at the Pier Towers back in August.

The Brolliant CD is still selling but it will soon sell out. If there is anyone who would like a copy, they can be picked up at the Pier Towers when open.

Alternatives are to leave a message on the pier Facebook page, or drop a line to the WPPA, 2 High Brighton Street, Withernsea, HU19 2HL. Some artists are already recording their new songs for Brolliant 2, which is due out summer 2022.

There is also a book of poetry currently being assembled by a local

well-known gentleman with the proceeds of all sales going to the pier fund.

Near to the pier towers, work is being carried out by ERYC on the hoardings surrounding the site along the promenade, where the large Withernsea pictures used to be mounted. This work will make the whole promenade much more open in the vicinity of the boating compound and the fountains water-feature.

Behind the scenes, work carries on with approaching organisations for sponsorship and grant applications.

With so many community projects applying for funds after the pandemic it is hard to get through. Discussions continue with contractors, the piling design, and the pricing of materials.

Like anything, the work which is going on behind the scenes is not visible, but many hours are being put in to ensure we get this project over the finishing line, making Withernsea once more the place to be!

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1. Pier Towers from the steps 2. The beach at high tide 3. The beach from the promenade at low tide

Old hoarding gets a new lease of life at playing field TWO talented artists have transformed a disused hoarding in Patrington.

The artists, Adam Young and his partner Jo Stafford, who both have degrees in art, were commissioned by Patrington Parish Council to do something with the hoarding at the playing fields. The hoarding measures approximately 10 feet by 12 feet and the idea was to brighten up the football field for players, visitors and

residents.

The artistic duo decided that family spectators of all ages would be a good idea and so have produced a bright and attractive mural on one side, with football shooting targets on the other to make best used of the hoarding, which has proved to be a bit of an eyesore in the past.

The ideas came about after Parish Clerk, Diane Chapman, spotted youngsters drawing hopscotch and other

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games on a concrete area in the adjacent playpark and it was suggested that the Parish Council may like to make it more permanent. It was then agreed that the hoarding could also do with a face lift and the artists were commissioned.

The work was funded by the council from the proceeds from a textiles collection box on the playing field. The artwork has proved popular with everyone who has seen it.

They have also painted children’s games in the adjacent playpark which are already proving a hit with local children.

Adam and Jo were very keen to produce the mural as the Covid lockdown has meant that similar schemes have been few and far between, however this may well be one of the last ones they do as the couple now plan to fulfil a long-standing ambition and take over a public house in Colne, near Burnley in Lancashire.

Adam has a connection with Patrington as his father, Kevin Young, is a well-known painter and decorator and lives in the village.

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PRIMARY schools from our area have been welcoming their new starters to school this autumn.

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Pic 1: CLASSROOM: Foundation children at Patrington Church of England Primary Academy

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Pic 2: WELCOME: Pupils at Patrington Church of England Primary Academy Pic 3: YOUNG LEARNERS: Pupils at Burton Pidsea Primary School Pic 4 -6: NEW: Pupils at Withernsea Primary School Pic 7: SCHOOL: New pupils at Roos Church of England Primary School

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Hey Credit Union can help with Christmas WITH Christmas steadily approaching, HEY Credit Union would like to make people aware that they could help to spread the cost of their festive needs. The Credit Union provides loans and savings on a not-for-profit basis and membership is open to anyone who lives or works locally.

The Credit Union can provide loans from £100 upwards, with interest rates that, unlike other lenders, are capped by law at 3% per month. This is many times cheaper than lending from doorstep lenders, who typically charge over 200% APR. There are no hidden fees, charges or early settlement penalties on a Credit Union Loan, and interest is charged on the outstanding balance only.

Members are encouraged to save as well, and new savers in Withernsea can claim a £25 bonus, funded by the Stop Loan Sharks Team, if they make at least three deposits into a Christmas Saver account by November. With this account, members can only dip in to their funds from 1 November to 24 December, to help them prepare for Christmas by keeping their savings out of temptation's way.

If you are interested or know someone who may be, HEY Credit Union can be reached at their Withernsea branch at the Shores Centre on Seaside Road, which is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 am to 12 noon, by phone on 01482 778753, by email on info@hullandeycu.co.uk, or online at www.hullandeycu.co.uk.

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HEY CREDIT UNION CLAIMS NATIONAL AWARD FOR PUTTING FAIRNESS TO CUSTOMERS FIRST AN ORGANISATION which has been providing a loans and savings lifeline for families for more than 20 years has been rewarded with a top accolade in a nationwide awards scheme.

HEY Credit Union, which has branches across East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire, shared top spot in the Treating Customers Fairly category in the Consumer Credit Awards 2021 (CCA).

The Credit Union, which has just over 20 staff and serves 15,000 members from its headquarters in Brook Street, Hull, won the category jointly with Bamboo Loans, a much bigger business with 80 staff and more than 150,000 customers stretching across the south of England and into Wales.

John Smith, Chief Executive of HEY Credit Union, said: “This is a fantastic achievement because it puts us right up there with some of the biggest players in the financial services sector.

“It also reinforces our efforts to challenge any perception that we’re not a proper bank. You can save safely with us, you can take loans out with us, we are ethical, we can beat what the banks do and this proves it. None of the traditional banks featured in these awards!”

Matt Lloyd, Withernsea Branch Development Officer, said: “Over the past three years, our low-cost loans have saved the Withernsea community over £25,000 a year in interest charges. Many of our members have also said that we’ve got them into a regular savings habit for the first time ever.”

As a not-for-profit mutual business, HEY Credit Union has assets of £15 million

and is working to build membership and expand a network of branches which currently includes Beverley, Bridlington, Driffield, Goole, Scunthorpe and Withernsea.

Since its launch as the City of Hull Credit Union in 1999 the organisation has issued more than 65,000 loans to a total value of £46 million and looks after members’ savings of £14 million.

As well as providing sources of credit at fair and reasonable rates of interest, HEY Credit Union helps members of the community to save and educates them in the wise use of money, the management of financial affairs and the successful operation of a co-operative business.

Options to encourage regular saving and sensible borrowing include enabling Child Benefit to go straight into a member’s account, and partnering with more than 20 employers to allow staff to save and repay effortlessly direct from their wages. More firms are being encouraged to offer this popular benefit.

Since 2015 the Credit Union has worked with the Stop Loan Sharks project and with local authorities to offer incentive bonuses to people who open and use a Christmas Saver account for the first time.

The members were the key to the latest success, with every customer who was contacted by awards sponsors Smart Money People reporting 100 percent satisfaction with HEY Credit Union’s services.

John said: “The awards are entirely voted for by the customers of firms in the consumer credit industry so we have our members to thank for getting us on to the

winners list. It's wonderful that they think so much of us and that we've been able to bring this award back to the Humber Region.

“But we know these things don't happen by chance. It is the team effort, day in and day out, to go the extra mile, generate trust and loyalty, produce great solutions and treat our membercustomers fairly and with kindness that has led to this amazing outcome for HEY Credit Union. The directors and I are so proud of our team!

“Credit unions are all about treating people fairly. As a co-operative, we were founded with the ethics of ‘people helping people’ and everything we do is about producing fair outcomes for our members, supporting their financial well-being, not making profits out of them. It is part of our DNA. “Some years ago we coined the strapline ‘The Fairer Alternative’ for HEY Credit Union’s brand. Feedback from our annual member surveys, 137 reviews on Trustpilot and now this Treating Customers Fairly award, suggests that we have been successful in turning this aspiration into real experience for our 15,000 members. I hope it also sends a powerful message out to the community that we are one of the most trusted brands in the UK for fair, affordable and responsible credit.”

The CCAs are in their sixth year and are open to all firms carrying out consumer lending in the UK. Firms taking part

awards include banks, credit unions, “fintech” firms, specialist lenders, credit brokers and the suppliers that they do business with.

HEY Credit Union was also nominated in the categories of Best Credit Union (North) and Customer Service Champion.

Jacqueline Dewey, Chief Executive of Smart Money People, said: “Congratulations to all the winners in our Consumer Credit Awards 2021. The standard of voting this year has been incredibly high, and all the finalists should be proud of their achievements. After another challenging year, it has been great to see the nominated credit firms continue to offer such high levels of satisfaction in the eyes of those who matter most, their customers.”

WELL DONE: John Smith, Chief Executive of HEY Credit Union who have won a National award, and some of his colleagues at the head office in Brook Street, Hull.

Money Matters with Withernsea Credit Union By Matthew Lloyd CHRISTMAS is just around the corner, and with all the additional spending it will most

likely bring here are ten tips to avoid a debt hangover this festive season, as identified by Citizens Advice:

3. If you need more money, don’t run up an overdraft without talking to your bank first – it will prove more expensive.

1. Plan early for Christmas.

Work out how much you’re going to spend on each person – and stick to it.

Manage expectations as to what you or Santa can give.

4. Keep things simple – if you can afford to pay for goods outright, don’t take out extended credit agreements unless they really do work out cheaper.

2. Don’t forget everyday bills like rent, utilities and existing debts still have to be paid. Even though it’s Christmas, keep your existing obligations in mind.

5. Shop around to find the best prices. Look into whether extended warranties are worth it, as a repair could cost less than the warranty.

6. Buy safe. Whatever the temptation, don’t buy from unauthorised traders or borrow from unlicensed lenders.

7. Read the small print and check for any hidden extras before signing credit agreements. Work out the total payable and make sure the repayments are within your budget.

8. If you’re going to use a credit card, shop around and compare terms. Some cards charge high interest rates but provide interest free periods or discounts.

9. Be organised. If you’ve borrowed money don’t forget to make your repayments on time, even if only the minimum, or you may face extra charges.

10. Once Christmas is over, think what went well and what didn’t. Start planning how to do differently next year. It might also be a good time to start saving for next Christmas.

Have a merry and safe Christmas.

Elm trees continue to make a welcome return in Roos ROOS Woodland Group has had a delivery of new Elm trees which will be planted at Elm Farm in Roos as part of an attempt to restock the village with Elm trees.

The village used to have lots of Elm trees, but these were lost through Dutch Elm Disease in the 70s and 80s.

Mick Grant of Elm Farm will be planting

these to add to the five Roos Woodland Group got for the farm last

year which are thriving near All Saints’ Church in Roos.

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Withernsea Armed Forces Breakfast Club By Kevin Watson 1

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OCTOBER was another good month for the gatherings of veterans, we had 26 on October 2, and 31 on October 16.

A big thanks to Darren Johnson and Marie England for organising the logistics and delivery of the meat and provisions for the meeting on October 2. Our supporting businesses provide

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us with the means to have unlimited hot drinks for all, and sandwiches for those who wish to have them. The support from all of the community has been outstanding and is really appreciated. It is a real pleasure to help with the club, giving veterans from all arms of HM Forces in the Holderness area somewhere where they feel they belong and can gather in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. (As well as the occasional rivalry and banter between friends!) Anyone who has served, or is serving, in the regulars or reservists is Tyres, Batteries & Exhausts always welcome to attend, with partners too. The On Site Service / Family Run Firm highlight for me at any Established 26 years Breakfast Club is hearing the buzz of chatter between

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people, as well as the laughter that’s what this is all about, as well as providing support and advice for those who may need it.

On October 2, while on holiday in Cumbria, Bridget and myself popped into the Breakfast Club at the Beehive, in Eamont Bridge, being welcomed by the organiser Kerryanne Wild, where we were made to feel welcome. We had interesting conversations, inspired by the commitment to, and achievements for, the communities in and around that area, meeting the veterans who attended that day.

At our meeting on October 16 a surprise and welcome donation of biscuits and tea bags (Yorkshire Tea of course!) was brought in, as well as the news that following an application, a grant of £360 from the

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National Lotteries Community Fund had been received. The invoice for the hire of the Cecil Doughty room for the AFVBC at the Meridian Centre up to the end of 2022 was paid in full! This means we do have a secure venue, giving confidence and familiar surroundings well into the future now, providing a permanent place to welcome all those who come.

Also thanks to generous donations we will be giving each attendee at the Breakfast Club an AFVBC metal badge.

The meetings in Withernsea are held at the Meridian Centre on the first and third Saturdays of each month, and our breakfast clubs will be on November 6 and November 20, then December 4 and 18,, all from 10am to 12 noon.

Fallen of Withernsea L/Cpl 33470 Harry Bowron of the 12th Battalion, East Yorkshire Regiment.

Killed in Action and still missing.

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1. MEETING PLACE: The Meridian Centre room hire has been paid for the next year 2. FRIENDLY: The meeting on October 16 3. VISITING: The Eamont Bridge AFVBC venue 4. BADGES: The new badges for attendees 5. CHEQUE: The National Lottery cheque which has paid for the Venue Hire for 2022 thanks to #NationalLottery players. Pictured Bridget Watson (Treasurer) and Sam Sam Kevsta Watson (Admin)

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Harry’s occupation before the war was as an apprentice wool merchant in the Hull area. He enlisted in the East Yorkshire Regiment at Victoria Barracks in Beverley on December 1, 1916.

The battle of Oppy on May 3, 1917 was a bitter, furious engagement fought over just a few hours starting at 3.45am under bright moonlight.

Three battalions of the East York’s Regiments, known as the Hull Pals tried to storm a dug in and reinforced German Defence in and around a blasted village wood outside Oppy.

The wood, which the Germans had fortified, was an acre square and in it were many German observation posts, machine guns and trench mortars.

The aim of the attack was to remove this defensive obstacle and divert German resources away from the main offensive planned at Messines in early June.

Oppy wood was therefore a diversionary attack. The attack on May 3 was on a half mile front in unfavourable conditions, and against impenetrable German defences. This is the battle that the people of Hull remember forever,

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where the Hull Pals made their name.

The main attacking forces in this battle were 10th, 11th and 12th battalions of the East Yorkshire Regiment. They advanced up a slope, in the dark in four waves over difficult terrain, illuminated by German rockets and very lights. They struggled over three belts of barbed wire entanglements. Unable to keep up with the creeping barrage they were exposed to murderous machine gun fire.

Despite this the Hull Pals continued to advance. One company fought their way into Oppy village itself, while the rest were held up. After attacking three times they were forced to withdraw under constant fire.

On that day alone 12th Battalion had 12 officers killed, missing or wounded, Ordinary ranks, killed nine, 150 wounded and 98 missing.

Harry is remembered on the Arras Memorial as well as on the family grave in Withernsea church yard. He is the Son of Joseph and Francis Of Carter Villa, Queen Street, Withernsea.

1. WITHERNSEA: Remembered on the family grave in St Nicholas churchyard 2. MEDALS: Medal index card (from Ancestry.com) 3. REMEMBRANCE: Certificate of remembrance on the CWGC website

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NEWLY BUILT BAR & RESTAURANT OPENS SATURDAY NOVEMBER 13TH Everyone is welcome – no membership required Willows Bar & Kitchen is part of Highfield Caravans Ltd established 60 years ago.

Quality drinks and fine cuisine, all freshly prepared and served in beautiful surroundings of which there is nothing to match it in the local area.

Also serving Sunday lunch with a choice of roast meats and seasonal vegetables.

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Along with looking forward to meeting new clients Karen is also celebrating becoming a finalist in two separate beauty awards. In the Hair and Beauty Awards to be held in March 2022 Karen is a finalist in three categories and in the Hair and Beauty Honours she is a Nail Technician of the Year 2021 finalist with the winner announced in January.

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BIG IDEAS AND OPPORTUNITIES MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

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Update from the Active Withernsea Team OVER the last few months, we’ve supported our partners to host a variety of events and activities to help inspire our community to get more active. These were all linked to ideas that you’ve shared and the wishes of our town. In October we hosted a Skatejam and skills sessions, giving young people and adults the chance to try out Skateboarding, BMX and Scooting for the first time, and for the more experienced a chance to share their skills. As part of Kirkfield on Tour we put on some boxing taster sessions at the leisure centre and free swim sessions. If you have an idea of how to support people to move more, no matter how big or small – just get in touch with the team, and we will work with you to explore bringing it to life.

Our Get Going Grants scheme has been helping people and groups in our community to get their ideas started. We’ve supported the Withernsea Karate Club to host some taster sessions for those that haven’t tried karate before.

The Tigers Sport and Education Trust successfully applied for funding for 20 places for Withernsea School pupils at their Autumn Football Centre during

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October half term. The Withernsea Carnival Committee applied for funding for several new activities including a sports day. The grants scheme is here to help inspire and develop ideas, if you’ve got an idea that can support Withernsea to be more active then please get in touch with the team, we’d love to hear from you Withernsea, we need your help!

The Active Withernsea team have set a target for the town to clock up enough miles to reach Withernsea, USA. That’s a whopping 3602 miles. Will you join the challenge and let us know your weekly distance travelled? Whether it’s a few short walks with the dog or a Saturday cycle with the family, it all adds up.

Every Sunday evening, we will be sharing a post on Facebook calling out for you to submit your mileage.

In the comments just simply drop in your mileage and the activities you’ve taken part in that week. If you don’t use Facebook, you can give the team a call or drop into our shop to tell us how you’re getting on. Let’s work as one community and together we’ll travel from #Withernsea2Withernsea Let’s connect – get in touch

We’re always keen to find ways that we can work with you, whether that be on existing projects or new ideas. It all starts with a conversation.

You can get in touch by… ● Emailing active.withernsea@eastriding.gov .uk. ● Paying a visit to the Active Withernsea shop @170 Queen Street. Currently the shop is open Monday to Friday, 11am1pm and 2pm-4pm. Please note that the shop opening times may change at short notice. ● Calling us on (01964) 782299

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ON FRIDAY October 15, after an enforced 30-month break, Withernsea Methodist Church was able to host a big concert again. A near-capacity and very appreciative congregation were treated to over two hours of brilliant performance from that world-renowned Mandolin song and melody duo: Simon Mayor and Hilary James.

We heard poetry, lyrics, tribute, guitar, fiddle and not just one, but three or four mandolins. Apart from the couple's talent, everyone picked up on how well these stars related to each other; drawing off each other's commitment. After joining in the choruses, how the audience laughed! More solemnly calling for an encore: the very pastoral Buttermere Waltz.

The whole evening felt reminiscent of Scottish bagpipes, or an Irish Ceilidh, or a country barn-dance.

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Don’t forget you can keep up to date by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube or by simply visiting www.activewithernsea.org.

1. BOXING: Boxing at the Active Kirkfield Celebration event 2. SKATE JAM: Airtime at the Skate Jam

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Withernsea at War Churchill’s Secret Army ALL OF the defences mentioned so far were the obvious ones, constructed, manned by either the Home Guard, or regular Army units. However, there was another line of defence awaiting any invasion by enemy troops, the army which was – literally – an underground army.

Even before the fall of Dunkirk, ideas had been mooted to form a secret civilian resistance group. With the evacuation underway, it was decided to formalise the arrangement in the face of a German invasion. The leader of the group was to be Colonel Colin Mcvean Gubbins, ideally suited, as he had studied partisan operations in eastern Europe, and been sent to Poland in 1939 to organise a resistance movement. In early 1940, in Norway, he had demonstrated the value of small self-sufficient fighting units, which later became the basis of Commando units. He was the prime lover of the SOE – Special Operations Executive.

And so, the Auxiliary Units were formed. Eventually, over 640 patrols had been formed, with a total force of 4,200 men. In our region, bases were set up as far west as Brough (an airfield), three round the outskirts of Hull, and a number as far inland as Driffield. Our part of Yorkshire had 9 groups of Auxiliary Units, with the Holderness area being Group Six, which consisted of Skeffling, Withernsea, and Sunk Island.

The plan, following an invasion by the enemy, was that the members of each Unit would simply walk out of their doors, out of their lives, and go “underground”, in Hides, or Operational Bases(OB). Once the enemy had advanced past their location, they were to disrupt supply lines, vehicle convoys and rail movements, harassing the enemy, causing disruption and man-power to be diverted from the main thrust. Without an effective supply chain, any enemy advance would falter – simple logistics. Of a sobering thought, the life expectancy of members was around two to three weeks, but by their actions, delays to the enemy would allow attacks by concentrated regular forces on their front line.

Recruitment was quiet, secretive, many round here were local farm workers or farmhands, gamekeepers, even poachers, all essential for their knowledge of the land in their area, and the ability to move under cover of darkness. Bear in mind, that those recruited were either in reserved occupations, or of an age deemed to be too old to join the Forces.

This was an age when signing the Official Secrets Act was taken seriously – many families were unaware that their menfolk were involved. Little was known about this branch of the forces, until a book by David Lampe was released – called “The Last Ditch”. He was able to speak with a number of surviving veterans about their experiences and build up a picture of the organisation. Patrols were often unaware of adjacent or nearby patrols or personnel.

I was able to speak to one of the last members of the South Cave Unit in the 1990’s. He described how his unit were all bundled into the back of an army truck one weekend, and taken to Rolston, near Hornsea, where alongside regular troops, they learned about the Sten gun, explosive charges, and making “sticky” bombs, to use against armoured vehicles.

He said they often took part in three exercises, “attacking” the airfield at Brough, and leaving marks on equipment to show they had been in or on. They were

successful in each case, never being detected by the patrolling guard troops.

Weapons issued to units would have included Winchester .22 rifle with sights, .45 Colt or .38 Smith & Wesson pistols, Thompson machine guns (later Sten guns) and Fairbairn Sykes fighting knives.

Official records were secret, as in the event of an enemy successfully taking control, you wouldn’t want them knowing where these chaps, or their OBs were!

Initially, basic OBs were constructed, but later on the Army built Mark II OBs – basically a Nissen Hut buried, with a concealed entrance, an escape tunnel leading well away from the location, and basic ventilation. In Bail Wood there are the remnants of a Mark I to the Northwestern edge of the woods, with an escape leading into the deep ditch alongside, and in the centre of the woods is a Mark II – now capped and sealed.

Some OBs were successfully concealed under derelict buildings, some built into Quarries and disguised. One near Hornsea was designed by a Unit member, an architect, utilising a bomb proof roof on old rail tracks. In some areas, stores such as grenades or phosphor bombs would be hidden in various locations – occasionally these turn up, having lain for years forgotten and undisturbed, as has happened in many areas.

At the end of the war, these OBs were all earmarked for demolition, but bear in mind that no records were officially kept, the troops would have gone on to fight from D-Day onwards, and they often had little idea of where they were when constructing them, so a number were unable to be found. Now after eighty years, some of them in farmers’ fields may collapse under the weight of new machinery being used (as at Bewholme), or lay undisturbed, unfound, a forgotten portal into another time, another era, when brave men were prepared to fight to the Last Ditch. When they were stood down, towards the end of 1944, they were not given a medal as recognition, but were awarded a small enamel badge, depicting their Unit.

Group 6 Personnel – as listed in 1944 with occupations. Ages given are all as in 1944 when the Units were stood down.

Commanded by Captain H Dixon, farmer from Old Hall, Sunk Island, aged 39.

Group Sgt. Clerk was Sgt, George Johnson of Hlasham, tractor driver, 39

Skeffling Patrol Sgt. H Robinson, Farmer, 42 - Cpl. L Medforth, Farmer, 30 - Pte. E Wilkin, Farmer, 41 - Pte. R Pinder, Farm Worker, 43 - Pte. R W.Dixon, Farmer, 22 - Pte. A O Welton, Fruit Broker, 39 Pte. W Caley of Burton Pidsea had been an earlier member of the patrol.

The OB had been built under two derelict cottages, entered by a trap door hidden under a pile of bricks next to the East wall of the cottage. It was revetted with corrugated iron sheets, the escape was a short tunnel into the adjoining cottage.

Fitted with bunk beds on two walls, it had a hinged wooden table and Elsan toilet, and was linked by telephone with a nearby farm.

Patrol targets: Beaches and landing grounds along the Humber, roads from the coast, land drainage system. Military targets would have included Spurn Head Coastal Battery, Channel Farm Searchlight Battery, Stone Creek Anti Aircraft Battery, Shipping movements on the River Humber Of note, Pte L Medforth distinguished

himself in 1943. He carried out the arrest single-handed of the crew of a German Dornier aircraft which landed in Out Newton. There were letters of commendation from a few sources including the Chief Constable of Beverley Police and GHQ Auxiliary Units. The aircrew spent the war as P.O.W's and were traced after the war. Three died in the early 1990's, the fourth man unknown.

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Sunk Island Patrol Sgt J R Wigham, Agricultural Committee Official, 28 - Cpl C K Todd, Farmer, 20, Pte. - J A Meadley, Farm Worker, 32 - Pte L Harrison, Tractor Driver,30 - Pte J C Smith, Agg Machinery Supt, 46 Earlier Members of the Patrol included Pte R H Dixon, Pte W Farndale The OB was built in the bank of Spragger Drain, 350 yards from the Clough.

Drainage improvement works have since destroyed it.

Patrol targets: land drainage system, with possible invasion beaches on the Humber, coast to the east, roads from the coast. Military targets included Stone Creek Anti-Aircraft Battery, Channel Farm Search Light battery, Spurn Head coastal battery, RAF Patrington, Radar Station, Shipping movements on the River Humber

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Withernsea Patrol Sgt W D Farndale, Tractor Driver, 30 - Cpl P G Hick, Baler Coverer, 47 - Pte J Gibson, Farmer, 32 - Pte W Lowery, Tractor Driver, 21 Earlier Members of the Patrol included Sgt J Thompson, Pte Grassam, Pte H Joy, Pte G Connor, Pte K Perry, Pte N Woodcock The OB was a simple dugout, consisting of corrugated steel, lined with pit-props near Englands Hill. Now destroyed?

Originally designated an Observation Unit, the Patrol targets were the landing beaches at Withernsea, Tunstall beach, an expected German target, the road from the coast inland, Spurn Point Coastal Battery, Channel Farm Search Light battery, and the land drainage system to the west. The town itself was also a target - it could be used as a German supply centre for the Holderness and Spurn Peninsular.

1. Col C M Gubbins 2. Underground OB (M Wilkes) 3. OB Reconstruction (Parham Museum) 4. Collapsed OB Bewholme, 1994 (K Watson) 5. Auxiliary Unit Badge 6. Patrol OBs in our area

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Withernsea High School seeks community readers AS PART of its wider focus on the importance of literacy, Withernsea High School are looking for community volunteers to help support some of its youngest and more vulnerable students with their reading and comprehension skills.

In an effort to help inspire reading for pleasure, as well as learning, volunteers are being sought to listen to students read – to offer them help, support and encouragement as they progress.

Explaining the benefit of this for the students, Lead for Whole School Literacy and Reading, Laura Aldridge, said: “The main benefit of having someone there to listen to them is that it gives students the motivation and a purpose to read. This in turn helps make them more critically aware of how well they themselves

are reading.

“We are initially looking for avid and proficient readers who will support students in their Accelerated Reader lessons. This support will take the shape of two-way reading, allowing the students to both read and be read to, and may also include additional support from volunteers who will explain how to sound particular words out, or listen as students summarise what they’ve read and understood.”

As part of timetabled lessons in Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 and 9), students take part in weekly Accelerated Reader (AR) lessons to monitor how well they are progressing. The computer-based AR programme tracks how much and how well students are reading. The process begins with a simple test that evaluates their level and delivers a

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score to identify each students’ reading range.

This range is then used to select suitable books from the school library. Each book is labelled within a particular reading range to guarantee that students are accessing materials that are suitable for their age and ability.

The AR programme works by monitoring students’ progress and testing them with a comprehension quiz at the end of each book. If the quiz is successfully passed, the system logs the number of words contained within the book and adds them to an overall total which helps students to monitor how many words they have read in a single year. It also monitors their ability and alerts them when they’re ready to move up to the next level.

This is a real motivator as it not only inspires further reading but also healthy competition amongst its participants. Students are regularly rewarded for their efforts and last year one student alone amassed an incredible 4,000,000 words read in a single academic year.

Commenting on the importance of reading, Laura Aldridge added: “Literacy is the master skill within schools and is the fundamental building block of academic success. If students can read well, the success of which comes down to a number of initiatives including our Tutor Time

and Accelerated Reader programmes, they can access a wider curriculum with deeper understanding.

“Through the use of community readers, as well as the continuing support from both teaching and support staff in school, we hope that our students will go from strength-tostrength and enjoy reading with a purpose. Full training will be provided for any volunteers who are keen to support our work in this way.”

Anyone interested in becoming a community reader is welcome to

contact Laura Aldridge via email at aldridgel@wscampus.net for an informal discussion.

Withernsea High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all volunteers will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

READING: Year 7 students in a recent Accelerated Reader lesson. (Photo Credit: Tim Nuttall)

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WITHERNSEA TOWN COUNCIL NEWS Summer Events 2021 This summer has been an exceptional summer of events for Withernsea Town Council, despite some COVID regulations still being in place. We have been able to host events again in our gardens, although not for huge numbers for obvious reasons, they were still a success.

With the help of volunteers, Withernsea Town Council put on “Withernsea Gathering”, a number of great local bands on the stage with The Withernsea Twirlers, strutting their stuff in the gardens. It was very well received, and everybody had a good time.

As is usual year in, year out, we had the Carnival Committee using our amenities for another enjoyable, fruitful week. Also, Active Coast, “Have a Field Day,” RBL’s VJ Day Commemoration and ERVAS Summer Youth Festival.

While Withernsea Children’s Centre used our Memorial and Italian Gardens throughout the summer for their events. Lastly, Gateway asked to use the Italian Gardens for their Sunday Services, weather permitting.

rally more interest in the refurbished skate park. In the future, we hope to expand the park and make it a place of interest in the Skateboard world. We also hope it will bring people from far and wide to the town and who knows – one day, a World Champion or Olympic Gold Medallist will have started their skateboard career at Withernsea Skate Park!

Working with the Council Presenting Ideas It is easy for anyone to think about what they would like. But remember, the council has responsibilities they must deal with before any add-on work.

So just saying ‘we think the council should do ….’ can never be acceptable. If you want an idea for the town to come to bear, then there must be a system in place.

The councillors will ask questions about the idea.

1. What is the idea aiming to achieve?

2. Who will make it happen?

3. Who will ensure it is paid for?

4. Where will it be/happen?

5. When will the complete plan be brought to the council for approval?

6. Who will, if need be, maintain the idea once completed?

7. Is it sustainable?

Next, we had a change of tack with a wonderful event, “The East Riding of Yorkshire Brass Band”.

They played themes from films we all know and love and other well-known songs, and it was impressive. Their music sheets at one point even took to the air billowing on the wind in time to the music.

On a smaller scale in the Star tent, in the Valley Gardens, we had “Local Lads and Acoustic.” They put on a very strong event between them all, we have some very talented local people, and people, visitors and residents alike enjoyed their contribution.

There was also “Rhythm and Rhyme”, which was my personal favourite event. Our local Bard, Richard Harries, hosted this and another Star Tent event, poets and storytellers from Hull and Withernsea and surrounding villages. Again, there were lots of different genres of poems and tales.

What a brilliant afternoon.

As well as those events, the Withstock committee came forth with two events on the same day, 31st July. In Valley Gardens, there was “Unlock the Rock,” on the main stage, with lots of well-known local bands from 1pm to 10.30ish, a bar, the star tent with amusements for the children in the afternoon, Bubble Fairies, Circus skills etc.

Tyrannosaurus Rex went down exceedingly well, even with the grown-ups and a big plus was a delicious food stall. The other event was again Richard Harries baby in the Meridian, “Nostalgia and Chill,” acoustic music. Although usually held in a tent, this was an indoor event, it had an air of comfort and luxury this year, which was very acceptable to its guests who are more used to straw bales.

Withernsea Town Council has, as is known, The Valley Gardens, Memorial Gardens and Italian Gardens. This year, we have enabled our gardens to be used by various groups to continue their activities outside, which is safer from COVID.

During all these events, visitors to Valley Gardens have been fed and watered by “The Blue Door Pop In,” our property, the old Pop In but now leased out to Shores, a cafe from Thursday to Sunday and a bicycle library from Monday to Wednesday.

So altogether, we have all enjoyed a wonderful, engaging, and healthy summer in Withernsea Town Council owned amenities and hope to continue with such events into the future.

Did you Know…?

Did you know any event that happens in Valley Gardens, Memorial Gardens etc happens because ~ Withernsea Town Council and their staff endorse, support, and arrange for them to happen? Without the office administering insurances, ensuring health and safety measures are met, liaising with ERYC etc, or the outside staff prepare the ground, through grass cutting etc, none of the events that you enjoy could happen.

All events are free. We don’t blazon our involvement on banners etc (perhaps we should, maybe we will). We rarely offer money, which we can’t afford, but we offer time and effort – and nobody seems to know or realize. All our events are free.

Withernsea Skate Park The Skateboard Park was in a dilapidated state; it had weeds growing from the area around it, fence panels missing, rubbish piled up under the ramps where the panels had been ripped off. There were even road barriers sites and an entire wheelchair wedged under the inclines. It needed a complete overhaul. So active Withernsea got together with Withernsea Town Council and contacted ERYC and had a safety check done on the park. A lengthy report came back, and work started.

The rubbish was removed, weeds and overgrowth cleared, and steel sides replaced on rides. It is now fit for purpose. Withernsea Town Council is tasked with maintaining the Skate Park, and Active Withernsea is looking to get Paul Regan down to

A decision can only be made on a project IF all the information is presented. This also applies to councillors who want to bring an idea to the council.

IF the idea is a good one and one the council want to pursue. We will see from your research that you have a plan with where it will happen, who will provide and pay for the resources, who will do the work and who will be involved. With all that in place, it is easy to make an informed decision.

This is the fundamental way to get things done by any council.

Events Christmas Lights Switch On – Saturday 27th November from 5:30pm in Valley Gardens.

Remembrance Tree Service – Friday 3rd December 7pm by Municipal Buildings, Queen Street.

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

Future 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 Withernsea Town Council: Monday 15th November Monday 13th December

How to contact us

WTC Health Provision, WTC Newsletter Working Party, WTC Representative for: Withernsea Citizens Advice Bureau, Hey Smile Foundation Micro Vault, Meridian Centre CIO, Skate Park Working Party, Outdoor Market Working Party, Withernsea Big Local Steering Group, Withernsea Pier and Promenade Association.

Deputy Mayor – Cllr Jacqui Blackburn - 01964 781688 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Property Officer, WTC Tourism Team, WTC Health Provision, WTC Newsletter Group. WTC Representative for: Active Withernsea, Withernsea & South East Holderness Regeneration Partnership – Management Board Cllr Ian Blackburn - 01964 781688 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Finance Committee, WTC Newsletter Group. WTC Representative for: Active Withernsea, Community Advisory Group, ERNLLCA District Committee.

Cllr Alex Camplin – 01964 614984 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust. WTC Representative for: Outdoor Market Working Party.

Cllr Brian Cloke - 01964 612603 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Finance Committee. WTC Representative for: Community Advisory Group.

Cllr Paul Davig - 07504 971829 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Safety Officer, WTC Tourism Team, WTC Public Transport Champion.

Cllr Brian Dawson - 01964 612185 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Personnel Committee. WTC Representative for: Millennium Green Trust.

Cllr Dave Edwards - 07379 994904 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust.

Cllr Lyn Healing - 07724 901527 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Finance Committee, WTC Personnel Committee, WTC Safety Officer. WTC Representative for: HEY Smile Foundation Micro Vault, SHAPE. Cllr Christine Mathers - 01964 614984 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Personnel Committee, WTC Local Business Champion, WTC Property Officer. WTC Representative for: ERNLLCA District Committee, Millennium Play Park and The Hut, Skate Park Working Party.

Cllr Stewart Winters - 01964 615627 Memorial Gardens Trust, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, WTC Newsletter Group. WTC Representative for: Internal Drainage Board, Withernsea & South East Holderness Regeneration Partnership – Seafront Group.

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

Staff Town Clerk – Mrs J Moxon PSLCC Deputy Town Clerk – Mrs K Gray Administration – Mrs K Dawson Maintenance – Mr T Grinney, Mr D Thomas, Mr C Herd, Mr P Lawton & Mrs Dormsby

Your Town Councillors

Withernsea’s ERYC Ward Councillors

Mayor – Cllr Felicity Walmsley - 01964 614984 Chair of Memorial Gardens Trust, Chair of Withstock Committee, Town War Memorial Clock Trust, Personnel Committee, WTC Property Officer,

Cllr L Healing Cllr C Holmes Cllr D Tucker

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PICTURE This Withernsea photography club has now returned to face to face meetings at Withernsea Leisure Centre on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 7pm to 9pm, old and new members are welcome. Please contact the club by email or Facebook before turning up as we are having planned events away from the Leisure Centre and will not be there for every meeting.

Members have a monthly competition and the results determine their photographer of the year. This month’s competition results are as below: 1st place image number 8 by Liz Purdon 3 2nd place image number 7 by Lyn Crum 3rd place image number 2 by Mike James 3rd place image number 4 by Simon Dallimore 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9)

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TOP CASH PRICES PAID FOR ANY UNWANTED ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES SO PLEASE HAVE A SORT OUT AND TURN THOSE UNWANTED ITEMS INTO READY CASH £££££££££££££££££££ CLOCKS, WATCHES, ORNAMENTS, OLD TOOLS, POSTCARDS, BRASSWARE, SILVER AND SILVERPLATED ITEMS, OLD CAR BADGES AND CAR PARTS, OLD BOXES, COSTUME JEWELLERY, TOP HATS, WALKING STICKS, OIL PAINTINGS, VINTAGE CIGARETTE LIGHTERS, CANDLESTICKS, SEWING ITEMS, LACE AND LINEN, VINTAGE TABLECLOTHS, CASED CUTLERY, TOBY JUGS, INKWELLS, FOUNTAIN PENS, SNUFF BOXES, MEDALS, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, MICROSCOPES, WEAPONS, CAMERAS, POND YACHTS, ANTIQUE BOOKS, TIN SIGNS.

TOP PRICES ALSO PAID FOR GOLD JEWELLERY EVEN BROKEN OR DAMAGED. WE REALLY DO BUY ALMOST ANY ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES AND TRY TO PAY THE VERY BEST CASH PRICES.

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FROM trick or treating and fancy-dress parties to afternoon teas and pumpkin trails fun has been had across South East Holderness.

We share a selection of the huge number of photographs shared by those having fun across our area this Halloween.

See over the page for the Halloween fun has at Seasiders in Withernsea too.

1. FULL MOON: Window display in Withernsea by Alfie, Charlie and Esmé Hairsine 2. FUN: Phoebe Waller having Halloween fun (Taken by Phoebe’s grandad Andrew Waller)

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3. PUMPKINS: Tabatha Rumblow at Whitehall Estate Tearoom Halloween event

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4. HAPPY HALLOWEEN: Hayley Moverly, Ivy Playfoot and Lacey Cross at Whitehall Estate Tearoom Halloween event

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5. SPOOKY STAFF: The staff at Whitehall Estate Tearoom dressed to spook! (Hayley Moverly, Kayleigh Kelly, Alexis Campbell, Heather Guthrie and Heather Burgess) 6. PARTY: Staff from Whitehall Estate Tearoom with the children at their party 7. WIZARDING FUN: Bessie (as Harry potter), Lilly and Liz Shearsmith 8. READY: Blu Kelly with his pumpkin ready to decorate 9. DECORATING: Millie Campbell, Ivy Playfoot and Izzy Neal ready to pumpkin decorate 10. WITCH: Kristina Wright greeting trick or treaters 11. TRICK OR TREAT: Pumpkin on Hull Road in Withernsea

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12. DECORATED: Emeli and James Eades with their decorated house

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13. SCARY: Harvey Grantham 14. CARVED: Harvey Grantham’s carved pumpkins

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15. SKELETONS: Skeletons haunt a home on Chestnut Avenue in Withernsea 16. HOLLYM: Annabelle and William Grey at Hollym Village Hall Halloween party 17. ADDAMS FAMILY: Buddy, Edie and Bobby Wilkinson aka The Addams Family!

18. READY: Rosie and Stanley Milner ready for Halloween 19. SHINING ARMOUR: Alex Stark dressed as a knight for Halloween

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20. DEVIL: Amelia Fox looking scary for Halloween 21. SPELL: Georgia Fox casts a spell!

22. DISPLAY: A Halloween display in Patrington 23. WHOOPS: A witch appears to have lost control on her broomstick in Patrington 24. DRESSED UP: Evie and Elsie Sansam and Daisy and Freddie Parker dressed up for Halloween 25. LIGHTS: Betsy Fisher with her Halloween display

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26. AUTUMNAL: An autumnal Halloween display in Withernsea 27. LET’S GO: Ollie Neal, Ivy Playfoot, Jasmine Allinson, Izzy Neal and Joshua Playfoot ready to celebrate Halloween 28. BOO: Decorations on Queen Street in Withernsea 29. BONES: Jasmine Allinson and Millie Woodruff 30. a&b SISTERS: Poppy & Millie Woodruff 31. CAUTION: Poppy & Millie Woodruff’s house decorated for Halloween 32. SPOOKTACULAR: Jonathan and Lesley Shakoor’s decorations on Kirkfield Road in Withernsea 33. CLOWN: Jonathan and Lesley Shakoor in Withernsea ready for trick or treaters

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Looking ahead to holiday’s this winter through to 2023 By Su Dillon IT'S ALL change for the good again in the travel-world since last month. The day-2 test required on return back into the UK is now replaced by the cheaper lateral flow test. I can tell that consumer confidence is now growing as we're all eager to get back travelling again!

There are still some requirements for entry to countries you travel to and entry back into the UK. I can assure you I am across this detail daily. I will keep you advised on requirements whenever and where-ever you travel to.

I am seeing a lot of interest from clients seeking some sunshine now the weather is getting colder here. Christmas and new year breaks are always popular. Quite a few airlines are limiting their schedules for the winter months- so now is a great time to book.

How about a Christmas shopping trip? With

options from a weekend in York to New York there's an array of places you can pick from to grab those bargains.

I am currently organising a girls trip to a hotel near Leeds. A spa afternoon and evening meal followed by some Christmas shopping. Most likely the odd cocktail involved too!

Have you made plans to meet up with friends and family yet before Christmas?

Don't forget I can help with anything from an overnight hotel to planning a function, maybe a few days cottage or lodge stay. I can help organise as much of the detail you may need.

I recently returned from a "taster cruise" for the travel trade on board Norwegian Epic. I was so impressed with everything on board.

The service, food and drink, entertainment and safety protocols were excellent. I am now

HALLOWEEN FUN AT SEASIDERS SEASIDERS on Seaside Road in Withernsea had a successful two day Halloween event on October 29 and 30. Hannah Ellis from Seasiders said: “thank you to Lorraine for all her hard work with the dance routines, and to all that supported the event on behalf of my

dad and all the Seasiders Ice Cream staff.”

Hannah is now planning an event for Christmas in December. She added: “We are busy preparing a mini Christmas market event due to take place in December. Please like our Facebook page for further updates.”

Crossroads Nursery, Garden Centre & Coffee Shop North Leys Road, Hollym, Withernsea, HU19 2QN

01964 614872 email: clare@crossroadsgardencentre.co.uk Crossroads Nursery & Coffee Shop

OPEN TIMES: Garden Centre: 9am - 5pm Mon-Sat / 10am-4pm Sun Coffee Shop: 10am - 4pm daily

Large selection of plants at great prices.

Friendly service & knowledgeable advice.

Refresh your pots and planters with our autumn and winter plants and bedding.

Now is also a good time to plant hardy plants such as tress, shrubs and perennials.

All in stock now.

Not sure which plants, compost or other product you need? Please ask, we can advise.

CHRISTMAS Christmas trees in stock from Saturday 27th November, including traditional.

Norway spruce and non-drop varieties - available as cut and pot grown trees in a variety of sizes.

Wreaths, pomanders and festive planters made at the nursery available throughtout December.

planning to escort a group in summer 2022 with a seven night Mediterranean cruise, including flights from Manchester. This includes all meals, all inclusive drinks, WiFi and shore excursion vouchers, two speciality dining and prices start from £1599 per person in a balcony cabin based on two sharing. It is a similar price for singles too in their fabulous studio cabins.

This week also saw a few operators release their schedules for 2023!

It's been great for families who have missed out over the last year when we can book with a small deposit and something to look forward to. The MYTC account/app makes paying off in smaller instalments easy to do.

So, whatever your fancy please get in touch.

email: withernseacommunitynews@hotmail.com If you want expert advice. Please get in touch with me.

Su Dillon, Travel Counsellors Phone:

01964 668240 Visit www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/su.dillon I put you at the heart of your holiday to ensure you have an unforgettable travel experience. I create bespoke travel experiences, whilst ensuring, you and your money stay safe. I post regular travel updates on Facebook and LinkedIn so please like or connect with me to see more.

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Domestic abuse and family pet

By Lesley Bonney from Poppy’s Pets (www.poppys-pets.com) I WAS SO pleased to read articles in Your East Riding (Autumn 2021) and Withernsea District & Community News (October 2021) about Domestic Abuse.

Also, we always assume only women are victims of domestic abuse, but men are too.

But my aim of this article is to highlight that an abuser may target the victim’s pet.

So yes, animals are victims too, but we hardly hear this side of domestic abuse. Put simply, the abuser will coerce or control the victim using their pet as ammunition. A pet can suffer psychological abuse, face repeated injury or be killed.

Here are examples of the above: ● Preventing veterinary care ● Stopping food for your pet ● Keeping a pet indoors only ● Leaving doors or a gate open so a pet escapes ● Injuring a pet through physical violence ● Threatening to kill a pet ● Killing a pet The fear of leaving an abusive relationship is terrifying enough, but a high percentage of victims will never flee the home because they cannot take their pets with them to a refuge.

Did you know that some animal

charities offer a confidential and anonymous fostering service that will protect pets?

Domestic Abuse Foster Care For Your Pets is an article on my website which gives a full breakdown of charities with direct links that offer a safety net for pets.

Admittedly, more animal charities and pet fosterers are needed around the U.K., but even so, there is help out there. If someone in a domestic abuse relationship knew this, then perhaps that person would take positive steps towards getting to safety too.

Here is another thought based on any type of animal.

Do we create conclusions as to why animals are in the situation stated below? Perhaps these incidents are because an animal is a victim of a domestic abuse life?

No one knows the full story in these cases. ● Neglected animals ● Strays found with injuries ● Strays found with fear-based aggression ● A found animal with a microchip but calls to the registered owner are ignored ● Animals transported

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to a veterinary practice or rescue with signs of the above There is guidance for veterinary staff called ‘recognise abuse in animals and humans’. Its purpose is to help professionals be aware of those cases that are non-accidental injuries and identify domestic abuse.

Please help victims, their children, and their pet/s escape domestic abuse by showing this feature to friends and family or sharing my website article with your local animal rescues. More charities are needed to work with domestic abuse organisations by offering foster care to pets. And animal charities need pet fosterers who are willing to give temporary shelter to pets. Sharing will bring awareness and help stop pets suffering, and in turn, pet fostering will also help a victim leave behind such a dark time in their life.

Life-saving support is needed for cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, birds, even horses.

Your help could save a victim’s life as well as their pet.

VICTIMS TOO: Pets can be victims of domestic abuse too (Photo credit Martin Redlin)

Inspiring people to consider a rewarding career in the care sector GAYNOR Saunders is the managing director of Denestar Ltd the company behind Willerfoss Care Home in Withernsea. Despite successfully running several care homes Gaynor only started working in the care sector aged 40 after a series of bad experiences when placing her mother in law into a care home 16 years ago.

Gaynor explains: “My mother in law got dementia and ended up being abused in six different care homes. I got involved in understanding the law regarding care homes which led to me buying my first care home followed a year later with a second and two years after that my third.”

This was a late career choice for Gaynor who proves it’s never too late to change career and that working in the care sector offers opportunities for as much progression as people desire.

Gaynor is concerned that the care sector isn’t always well perceived in a public eye and that without people training in the industry, as we live longer – who will care for us?

She explained: “It is an extremely rewarding career. It’s a vocation to want to care for people.

It is about improving the quality of life for people who have no quality

of life. It’s helping relatives who don’t have that expertise. The elderly need special diets for example they can’t eat pork, they need plenty of fluid to prevent complications, there are special ways to pick the elderly up after a fall. Staff can alleviate anxiousness and emotions of guilt families feel.”

Care homes can enhance the life of residents who meet new friends and receive quality home cooked meals including catering for any special diets to reduce choking hazards. Activity coordinators in homes create activities and outings for residents as well as there being monthly residents’ meetings to come up with ideas.

Gaynor is keen to encourage anyone into the care sector, from school leavers looking for apprenticeships to those looking for a career change after their families have flown the nest. You can make a real difference to someone’s life. There are opportunities for progression into management should that be the desire too.

If anyone is interested in finding out more about job opportunities at Willerfoss Care Home contact them on the contact details on their advert for more information.

Willerfoss House Care Home 6 Victoria Avenue, Withernsea, East Yorkshire, HU19 2LH.

Tel: 01964 614290

Email: willerfosshouse@denestar.co.uk

Willerfoss House is located in a peaceful area of the popular coastal town of Withernsea. The 24 bedroom home is private yet accessible and close to all of the amenities and activity of the area. The home is very close to the local hospital and medical centre.

Willerfoss is situated over two floors, with chair lift access the first floor. 8 of the bedrooms benefit from en-suite bathrooms.

All residents are benefitted by three lounges; 1 main lounge, 1 quiet (reading) lounge and 1 activity lounge, two dining rooms and lovely, well-kept gardens surrounding the property.

Our residents enjoy maintaining the gardens, alongside our dedicated maintenance staff, as part of their ‘Gardening Club’.

Passionate about care, we strive to provide a service that will fulfill the needs of every resident we care for, regardless of

age, gender, race, ability etc. A tailored care plan is completed upon a Resident’s arrival to ensure that their personal needs are met. Our Care Plans are constantly monitored and altered according to the changing support needs of the resident, in order to ensure that our service completely suits their individual needs. Residents have full involvement in the preparation and delivery of their supportive care plan. We believe in the choice of the resident, doing all that we can to assist them in reaching their own goals and living their own life the way in

which they choose to live it.

Our person-centered ethos is our main strength and we are very proud of the positive feedback we regularly receive telling us how people’s lives have improved since their move to our home. Residents decide themselves how they spend their time with us, with daily, weekly and monthly activities planned during our regular resident meetings. Our residents regularly partake in trips to local attractions, as well as some further afield with indoor & outdoor events and personal hobbies.

Quality of life, community links and living choices are a very important factor to our operation. We encourage residents to be as involved as they like in their time with us, our service is ‘what you want it to be’. Each resident can choose their own personal assistant (key worker), to ensure that they have the one-to-one support they need.

This person can be changed at the resident’s will. Residents make all of the decisions from what meals are on the menu, to the décor of the home.

All of the managers within the Denestar Ltd group possess an

RMA (Registered Manager Award – Level 4) as well as various other appropriate qualifications, including Train the Trainer; which ensures staff are constantly up-to-date on all relevant training requirements, allowing them to fulfill their respective roles to the optimum level.

We are extremely proud to have retained the Investors In People Accreditation since 2008 – this is reviewed every 3 years; thus ensuring that we move with the times and keep the focus of people at the centre of everything we do.

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'Easington's Fallen Remembered' Part 1 By Richard Lusmore Every November, as a nation we pay our respects to those who have laid down their lives in the service of their country since the Great War of 1914-18, with cities, towns and village across the land coming to a standstill on Remembrance Sunday.

Easington has just the 14 names on its village war memorial, ten of whom were lost in the Great War of 1914-18 and another four who were killed during the Second World War. Two of the Great War ‘fallen’ – Frank Jennings and ‘Tommy’ Docherty - are actually buried in Easington cemetery.

For years, the name of Lieutenant Francis W. Jennings, 3rd (Reserve) Battalion, Leicestershire Regiment was not on the village war memorial, something that was rectified at a re-dedication service in 2015 (at which the name of Second World War casualty Pilot Officer Jack Buchanan (RAFVR) was also added).

The original omission was probably because Francis wasn’t a local man. His unit formed part of the Humber Garrison, set up to defend against possible invasion, which led to him being killed nearby, on 26 March 1916. His death came whilst part of team sent to detonate an unexploded mine that had washed ashore on Easington beach. Although retreating the greatest distance, Francis failed to take shelter and, as was reported in the Hull Daily Mail, ‘When the mine exploded the unfortunate officer was struck by a splinter in the breast, penetrating it and killing him instantly’.

The other Easington Great War grave belongs to Gunner Thomas W. C. Docherty (MM), 756176, 251st Northumberland Brigade, Royal Field Artillery who ‘died of wounds’, on Armistice Day itself, 11 November 1918.

Thomas is possibly unique among the Fallen in having ancestors remaining in the area who can visit his place of rest. They have managed to piece together some details of the man, beyond what is recorded officially.

Apparently, Thomas’s peacetime ambition was to become a Methodist Minister in the Chapel but it’s thought he was working on a farm in Skeffling at the outbreak of war. Serving as part of ‘A’ Battery it would appear that Thomas earned his Military Medal in action at Pantavert in the Battle of the Aisne on 27 May 1918, during which he was badly wounded. This is by no means conclusive but given that the 251st Brigade was virtually wiped out that day, having been caught out by a surprise German advance and accompanying artillery bombardment, it’s a plausible conclusion. He was eventually shipped home to a military hospital in Wallasey near Liverpool where he died of pneumonia five months later, on the very day that the guns fell silent.

The remaining eight men died on the fields of France and Flanders. Back in 2017, along with Burt Graham and Kevin Appleyard, I set out to honour them as part of a trip organised to mark the centenary of Oppy Wood, the battle for which the locallyraised Hull Pals are best remembered.

In total we managed to visit six of the final resting places, before completing the set on a second visit, arranged to tie in with the Centenary of Armistice Day in November 2018.

The first of the Fallen whose grave we managed to locate in France was Private Arthur Carrick, 13/904, ‘A’ Company, 13th Battalion, East Yorkshire Regiment – a

‘Hull Pal’. Although born in Upper Holloway, Middlesex in 1894 (one of six children) he and three of his siblings moved with parents Henry and Alice to Easington, with Arthur eventually moving to Hull where he lived at 3 Bangor Place, Walker Street. He was an unmarried farm labourer, working for the Gardner family of Thorngumbald and his Army records describe him as being of “good physical development”. He enlisted in the 4th Hull Pals (“T’others”) on 30 November 1914 and had served in Egypt before being transferred to France on 29 February 1916. He suffered gunshot wounds to the face and neck on 29 July and was killed in action at The Battle of the Ancre four months later, on 13 November, aged 22. His mother was officially informed of his death on 22 February 1918.

Originally, along with many other members of the 12th and 13th East Yorkshires he was buried at John Copse near Hebuterne (now part of the Sheffield Memorial Park).

However, after Armistice Day, the bodies of all those buried there were moved to Euston Road Cemetery, near the village of Colincamps (just north of Albert), which is where we placed the first of our crosses.

Along with many of the local lads Private George William Marritt, 203070, 12th/13th Battalion, Northumberland Fusiliers worked the land prior to the war.

In 1911 he lived on Back Street, Easington in a house he shared with parents John and Elizabeth Marritt and his three siblings. Both George and his younger brother Walter served in the Great War. Walter spent much of the conflict as a Prisoner-of-War; George was not so lucky.

He was 39 when he died of wounds on 29 September 1918, just five weeks before the end of hostilities. He is buried at Thilloy Road Cemetery, Beaulencourt.

The vast Arras Memorial in the Faubourg d'Amiens British Cemetery, which we visited on ‘Oppy Wood Day’ (3 May), carries the names of over 35,000 missing men. Listed among them is Private George William Tennison, 201393, 1st/4th Battalion, East Yorkshire Regiment. He was one of ten children born to William and Mary Tennison and shared a bedroom with his brothers Ernie and Jack at home at Grange Farm in Kilnsea. The story goes that having retired for the night, George slipped out whilst his brothers were sleeping, travelled to Hull and enlisted in the East Yorkshires. He was killed on St George’s Day, 1917 during the Second Battle of the Scarpe (part of the Battle of Arras). His body was never found, with his brother Ernie later commenting: “We got to say goodnight but we never had chance to say goodbye”.

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1. MEMORIAL: The Easington War Memorial 2. GRAVE: Lieutenant Francis W. Jennings grave in Easington Cemetery 3. REMEMBERED: Gunner Thomas W. C. Docherty’s grave in Easington Cemetery 4. LOCATED: Private Arthur Carrick’ grave located in France 5. FRANCE: Private George William Marritt’s grave in France (with Burt Graham and Richard Lusmore who visited France to locate the graves back in 2017 along with Kevin Appleyard) 6. REMEMBERED AT ARRAS: Private George William Tennison is remembered on the vast Arras memorial, on which this cross was placed in 2017

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PUZZLES

Puzzle solutions and answers to the quiz on page 26

Clues for this month’s quick crossword Clues Across 9. Subtle difference (6) 10. Meeting requirements (10) 11. Shrubby Asian tree (6) 12. Vegetable soup (10) 14. Buttocks (inf.) (3) 15. Protozoic (7) 16. Harbour (5) 17. Become prominent (4,2,3,4) 21. Merciful (13) 25. Island off the north Devon coast (5) 27. Candidate (7) 28. Dance step (3) 29. Two-masted sailing vessel (10) 30. Talisman (6) 31. Coastal tower (10) 32. Unruffled (6)

Clues Down 1. Drink swiftly (inf.) (5,4) 2. Theatrical show (9) 3. Pedantic (10) 4. Write carelessly (8) 5. Road and rail intersection (5,8) 6. Use a needle (6) 7. Pardon (7) 8. Landed estate (7) 13. Pollution (13) 18. Acquitted (10) 19. Completely full (3-6) 20. Member of moneyed social group (3-6) 22. Mildly reprove (8) 23. Round particle (7) 24. Turn of batting (7) 26. Foamy (6)

Sudoku There is just one simple rule in Sudoku. Each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9, and so must each 3 x 3 box.

KATHRYN’S QUIZ Kathryn will be hosting a quiz at the Marquis of Granby in Easington on Saturday, December 4 – save the date!

It’s coming up to Bonfire Night already – where has this year gone!?

Hedgehogs begin to hibernate

By Vicky Pennington, Trustee at Holderness Hedgehog Hospital AT THIS time of year hedgehogs are thinking about hibernating.

They are collecting nesting materials and eating as much as possible to gain extra weight needed.

You can help by providing extra bedding such as hay or dry leaves or by leaving wild areas where they can remove long grass. You can pop the dry nesting material inside a plant pot or bucket placed on its side. The hedgehog can then remove what it needs. It's amazing how much they can cram into such small places!

There are still plenty of smaller hedgehogs about, these autumn juveniles need all the help they can get.

They really struggle at this time of year due to their natural food becoming scarce. Your support feeding is a lifeline to these smaller hedgehogs so please continue to put food out.

They are usually the last to hibernate or in some cases they might continue to feed throughout the winter.

Please continue to fill and check water dishes as well, especially if we're expecting a frost. It soon freezes and the wildlife still need access to water to survive.

You might notice your visiting hedgehogs coming out earlier as the days become shorter, this is natural but you might have to pop your food out earlier for them. It may be worth providing extra food, especially if you notice there isn't any food left over. Hedgehogs need to be 600/650g to have the best chance of survival over

winter. If you do notice a small hedgehog out please give us or your nearest rescue a call and they can advise you on if it needs to be brought in.

Please remember if you see any hedgehog out during the day it will need help. Please not wait an hour or two or until the next day. Please do not try and look after them yourself. They may look ok but there may be nasty internal parasites that you can't see.

1. NEST BUILDING: Hedgehogs will be out searching for bedding materials 2. UNDERWEIGHT: A guide to the expected shape of a well hedgehog 3. GUIDE: A visual guide to the weight of a hedgehog

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This month’s questions have 5 answers beginning with the word FIRE and 5 answers beginning with the word WORK.

QUESTIONS 1. What’s the 3-word phrase which describes the act of employees participating in a protest whereby they make a point of adhering strictly to company rules in order to deliberately slow down output?

2. What was a publicly run institution in Britain in which people living in poverty were given food and accommodation in return for unpaid labour?

3. Florence is the capital and most populous city of the Italian region of Tuscany, but how is it known in Italy?

4. What is an idiomatic expression of signs of God’s wrath, a phrase that signifies the threat of hell and damnation and often appears in reference to the fate of the unfaithful?

5. What’s the 1988 comedy starring Sigourney Weaver, Melanie Griffiths and Harrison Ford in which a secretary's idea is stolen by her boss, so she seizes an opportunity to steal it back by pretending she has her boss' job?

6. What is a piece of computer software intended to prevent unauthorised access to system software or data?

Come and show 'em what you're worth Make 'em go "oh, oh, oh!"

As you shoot across the sky-y-y Our monthly quiz master Kathryn Townsley runs two monthly pub quizzes on behalf of the Hull City Official Supporters Club (www. www.hullcityosc.org).

The club are still supporting Tigers Trust in their 30th Anniversary year, but also The Jeff Astle Foundation in order to help raise awareness of and support those affected by brain injury in sport.

You can donate to the Just Giving page at: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/hullcityosc2021fundraising If you enjoy the quizzes Kathryn provides for us please do give them a donation if you are able.

You can also join Kathryn’s Hull City Official Supporters Club quizzes in November on Monday 15th November at Constable Arms, Sproatley 8.15pm start - with free supper and Monday, December 6 at The Green Dragon Welton, 8.15pm. Both are a minimum donation of £1 per person entry.

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7. Which ancient market and industrial town lies at the mouth of the River Derwent, and is the main shopping centre for west Cumbria?

8. First used in the UK in the 1970s, what concept represents proper prioritisation between career and ambition; and health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development/meditation?

9. What is a winged nocturnal beetle that during courtship, produces an intermittent light from luminescent chemicals in its abdominal organs?

10. Lyric time – with which 2010 song do you associate these lyrics?

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Puzzle solutions and quiz answers Here are the puzzle solutions and quiz answers from page 25

Kathryn’s Quiz answers: 1. Work to Rule 2. Workhouse 3. Firenze 4. Fire and Brimstone 5. Working Girl 6. Firewall 7. Workington 8. Work Life Balance 9. Firefly 10. Firework – (Katy Perry)

Help to keep Withernsea self-sufficient in food in the future By Angi Beckett, Chair, WGT THERE’S always demand for fresh fruit and vegetables and in recent weeks you have likely seen the headlines surrounding the loss of many lorry drivers affecting deliveries that usually keep fresh fruit and veg on our supermarket shelves. A lot of what can be bought in store can actually be grown at home with a little effort.

WGT needs volunteers to enable residents to grow food at a local level no HGV drivers required! We need people who can offer the following: • People with some growing knowledge to grow produce or to help others (adults and children) do so; • People with no growing knowledge willing to learn in order to offer some muscle to others to get the growing started; • People with basic DIY skills to make raised beds, compost bins etc from pallets; • Someone with admin skills to keep the group functioning; • One or two people to be our Health and Safety and Safeguarding officers -

some knowledge of this would be most helpful; • Anyone with grant writing experience; • Fundraisers with fresh ideas; • People who would like to give a cookery demonstration using fresh garden produce; • And finally, event organisers If you can fill any of those positions, even for just a few hours, we’d love to hear from you.

We also need some space for people to grow food in. If you can lend a patch of your garden, or know of somewhere suitable we can use for free or payment in veg, we’d like to hear from you. Also, if you need space to grow, WGT can help match you up with someone offering a patch of land to use.

Finally, if you have any spare gardening equipment we could have or borrow, we are working on a library of hand tools our growers can use for free!

Contact Angi on withernseagt@gmail.com or on 07395616483 (evenings or weekends if ringing) to offer help.

Down on the allotment

By Jane Sutherland SOME of the sweet pepper plants in our big greenhouse needed moving to the polytunnel. I took off all of the ripe ones and moved them into the polytunnel to continue ripening those that were left. I took the ripe ones home and washed, deseeded and chopped them up, bagged and froze them. There are still some to use and we ate some for lunch. We halved and filled them with goats cheese, blue cheese and some broccoli then roasted them and served with a jacket potato. Lovely grub and all the vegetables were home grown.

Colin then helped me to take the fish boxes that I had grown the tomato plants in out of the big greenhouse.

The compost can be emptied onto the garden and spread out to enrich the soil. With the greenhouse now almost empty I can store things that I don't want left outside over the winter. For example wooden window, frames that I used as cloches, canes and tender plants. I got on with that and soon filled the empty space.

The sweetcorn is now finished so Colin has taken off the woody stalks.

The squash and pumpkins have either gone into the greenhouse or have gone to be carved for Halloween. Darren has taken some to give away, my grandson got one and one went with more veg to London to Kelvins vegan friend.

Pumpkin and squash are great to make into soup or to roast etc. If you had one for Halloween I hope that you tried some of it in a nice recipe. With the pumpkin patch empty I got the ground weeded and dug over, saving some nasturtium seeds from plants that had made a lovely carpet of flowers through the pumpkin and sweetcorn plants.

The late carrot seed that Colin planted are now ready and go well with squash in soup. Col makes some lovely soups.

I have now taken up the dwarf bean plants and put them inside to continue drying. About the middle of October we picked all of the cooking and eating

apples from our trees. These were sorted to store or to be used fairly soon, so apple pies were made, some eaten and some frozen. There were some nice eating apples most of these have gone into storage, they get checked every week to make sure that they are still ok.

We are still picking a few raspberries and blackberries that are a tasty addition to our breakfasts.

The oak saplings are coming along, I have put them into bigger pots and some have found new places to grow and hopefully prosper.

Colin has loads of chillies, we will dry some of these, he likes a pinch of chilli in homemade soup etc.

He has dug up his sweet potatoes, not a good crop but I think that they would have done better if they had arrived earlier and been planted out into the garden sooner.

We have broccoli ready, some of it made us a nice broccoli and stilton soup. The winter greens are looking good, now we are rid of the caterpillars, as are the root crops. With most of the other crops gone there are big patches of bare soil that will now rest over winter waiting for spring and the start of a new season. Most of the allotments are like this now, so after the busy spring and even busier summer, we can all wind down a bit during the autumn, as we get tidied up

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On a more disappointing note the naked gardening day never materialised. The pumpkins were quite large but the weather turned chilly.

Let’s hope for a warmer front next year Trev.

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Calendar of Events If you are holding an event in November and want to feature it in the calendar, please e-mail withernseacommunitynews@hotmail.com This is a free service for community groups, charities and public interest events. We also place any advertisers’ events in free of charge.

Other commercial events can be added for a small fee towards the running of your free community newspaper.

FRIDAY 5TH NOVEMBER Bonfire night SATURDAY 6TH NOVEMBER Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club (AFVBC) Meridian Centre, Withernsea from 10am Sharon Garner & John & Mick Law perform acoustic versions of popular songs from 8.30pm at Crown & Anchor Kilnsea MONDAY 8TH NOVEMBER Free two hour walk under the "Walking for Health" scheme. Meet outside the Withernsea Leisure Centre for a prompt 9am start - well behaved dogs welcome. Free refreshments at the end.

THURSDAY 11TH NOVEMBER Picture This Withernsea photography club meeting at Withernsea Leisure Centre 7pm 9pm (Check before attending see P18) FRIDAY 12TH NOVEMBER Film Night at Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall:

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"1917" (15) (A dramatic and poignant film to mark Remembrance Day & Weekend) - Doors open at 6-30pm for 7-15pm start. £5 entry.

The bar is open plus light refreshments available.

WEDNESDAY 17TH NOVEMBER Fundraising event at the Alma Pub in Withernsea in aid of the Withernsea Pier and Promenade Association with local vocalist/band Stubbsie SATURDAY 20TH NOVEMBER Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club (AFVBC) Meridian Centre, Withernsea from 10am Christmas gift & craft fayre at Keyingham Village Hall 11am – 3pm Christmas fayre and table top sale at Withernsea Methodist Church 10am – 1.30pm (in the church and community room) Electric Avinu at The Willows Bar & Kitchen (see page 11) SUNDAY 21ST NOVEMBER Christmas craft fair at Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall 1pm – 4pm – Free entry MONDAY 22ND NOVEMBER Deadline for submissions for the Christmas / New Year edition of the Withernsea Community News Free two hour walk under the "Walking for Health" scheme. Meet outside the Withernsea Leisure Centre for a prompt 9am start - well behaved dogs welcome. Free refreshments at the end.

THURSDAY 25TH NOVEMBER Picture This Withernsea photography club meeting at Withernsea Leisure Centre 7pm 9pm (Check before attending see P18) FRIDAY 26TH NOVEMBER Psychic night at the Meridian Centre 7pm SATURDAY 27TH NOVEMBER

Whitehall Estate Christmas Fair Date: 4th-5th December

Children in Need quiz 9pm (£1 pp entry) Crown & Anchor Kilnsea The WISE at The Willows Bar & Kitchen (see page 11) SUNDAY 28TH NOVEMBER Holy Communion at 8.30am in St Nicholas Church Holmpton, led by Rev. Martin Faulkner all welcome

WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAY Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall indoor bowls, 1.30pm, £3 including refreshments. Free trial session.

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

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.

Men’s mental health group 6.45pm at the Keyingham Village Hall £1 WEDNESDAY One hour free walk ‘Walking for Health’ at Withernsea Leisure Centre 9.15am meet to start 9.30am.

Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall indoor bowls, 1.30pm, £3 including refreshments. Free trial session.

THURSDAY Tea, coffee, cake and a friendly chat 10am 12midday Welwick Village Hall, everyone welcome.

Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall indoor bowls, 6.30pm, £3 including refreshments. Contact John or Ed on 07490 096175 for more information.

A real gathering of the clans ‘Withernsea Pirates!’

By Godfrey Holmes HOW THOSE Pirates dressed for the occasion of the Withernsea St. Matthew's Church Sea Shanty Evening.

With every type of coastal music, many ballads plus a delicious buffet. There was no entrance fee for those fortunate enough to join in this unique event.

The star of the night was the indefatigable Kevin Young singing his heart out: ably assisted by Jim Blake on the drum (literally sitting on the drum throughout!), accompanist Paul Pike on the keyboard, and the colourful and everfaithful With One Voice Choir.

Truly an evocation of Cornwall's Fisherman's Friends. Wonderful!

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Commercial Sea Angling Club update AT LAST we are back to fishing matches on the beaches, after the enforced break of almost a year it was good to be back to the club match scene. 48 keen hopeful piscatorial adventurers assembled along the beaches ready to do battle with the sea’s contents.

At least for a change the weather was kind, all be it a little blustery at times with no rain which is always a bonus and a calm sea which is an even bigger bonus. But the big question was would there be and where would it be and how much red weed would there be lurking in the depths? Well it turned out to be very patchy and some places early on getting clothes lines of it then it disappeared, others non at all, and some areas being troubled with it later in the match. All in all not too bad and just about manageable. The burning question was would there be many fish? The expectancy was for mainly Whiting with a few bonus Cod and Thornback Rays thrown in if you were lucky. This turned out to be the case with mainly Whiting with a fair number of small codling, a handful of Thornback Rays, other species were Doggies, Flounders, Dabs and a solitary Pouting.

Anglers were scattered far and wide along the coast ever hopeful of a good bag of fish, there turned out to be no real hotspots as fish came from the whole length of the coast.

Top rod on the day was the wily old fox Martin Banks who gave notice he is not going to relinquish his title easily again this season. Martin put in a late show to return with five fish for 4.655kg. However not content with heaviest weight Martin also had the biggest fish of the day, a Thornback Ray of 2.13kg, earning him a handsome pay day.

Martin was closely followed by the runner up Mike Fox who winkled out 12 fish for 4.635kg.

Third place went to Paul Hoff who with one more fish could have been at the pinnacle, Paul returned with 4.23kg.

In the biggest fish stakes, as already mentioned Martin had the biggest fish with his Thornback Ray the other three prize places were also occupied with Thornback Rays. All closely grouped, runner up was Martin Standley with 2kg, third place Martin Banks (yes again ) and fourth place who’s had a really good day in his first match as a senior (well beating his grandad may I add) Fynnley Marshall with 1.8kg.

Junior Winner was Harvey Butler who had a good day returning seven fish for 2.82kg.

MATCH 2 RESULT Grey skies and calm seas greeted the ever hopeful anglers and danglers. A bit of light rain was forecast but the forecast was slightly wrong with more than a good smattering of showers throughout the day. This lead to the first hiccup of many, I’m sure a certain individual not having his waterproof jacket with him of course it was everyone else’s fault!

After some good reports of decent Cod being caught hope were high of some good fishing. There were certainly fish in numbers on most venues but unfortunately a lot were undersize Whiting. There were however lots of sizeable Whiting brought to the scales along with some Cod, a surprising number of Dover Sole, Pouting, and a handful of Thornback Rays which were to prove decisive in the leading weights.

Winner on the day was Callum Whiteley who put together a great bag of 16 Fish for 6.715kg, very closely followed in by one of our ‘senior’ members Steve Baron who amassed 25 fish for 6.465kg, 3rd place went to Mike Fox who after his little jaunt up and down coast and cliffs decided on his mark to good effect with 16fish for 5.3kg.

Biggest fish after years of trying (too much tiddler snatching) went to Dave Hart who stayed very local and snaffled a nice Thornback Ray of 2.66kg, nice one Dave and a tidy pay day to boot.

Only one junior brought fish back and this was Kieran Dale who managed three fish for 0.745kg, well done Kieran.

The mystery weight prize went to Mike Brockman winning £40. It just shows you even though you might have had an average or poor day always worth staying back for a chance of the mystery weight prize.

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and the wind to change direction and drop away and for once the forecasters got it right with blue skies and very little wind for the afternoon. By this time some had chucked in the towel and some had changed venues to lesser extreme spots in the river .

As to be expected fish were fairly hard to come by with Whiting again making up the bulk of the catches with a handful of small Cod and a smattering of Flatties. One who found a good pocket of fish was the match winner Mike Fox who had by far the best bag of the day with 11 fish for 3.28kg, Runner up Ben Butler stayed local and just managed to return six fish for 1.955kg. I say just because Ben landed a cod and when returning to the rocks, he had to hunt down his fish which the local rat population had taken a liking to!

Third place went to the dark horse this year Darren Hewitt who returned six fish for 1.455kg, he may now fish up until Christmas!

Biggest fish went to a Cod of 0.99kg which went to one of our new members Chris Siddle, Chris stayed local and landed himself a tidy little payday.

Only Junior to weigh in which was an achievement on the day was Kieran Dale who weighed in 0.22kg well done Kieran oh and I must mention he beat his dad again!

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Let’s hope for some better conditions in two weeks’ time for the Daiwa weekend.

Next club match is Sunday, November 21 from 11am – 5pm register 9am – 9.30am.

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The luckiest angler this week was Lee Fash who decided to take his phone for a ride on the car roof on his way home and of course it departed its lodgings and ended up maybe on the road, after returning to the scene he found his phone half a mile from his venue luckily unscathed!

MATCH 3 ENDURANCE TEST REPORT

Special mention to our new host Chrissy thanks very much you did us proud with the spread (pardon the pun) under the circumstances.

Well what can you say about Sunday, October 31? A day of two contrasting halves.

The morning can only be described as horrendous with gale force winds whipping the sand up blowing gear all over and for some destroying shelters, this along with rain on biblical proportions made for some pretty challenging conditions for the hardy or should that be foolhardy souls who braved the elements. There was some comfort in the fact that the forecast for the afternoon was for the clouds to disappear

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Snooker Chat with Maverick Mike round the table. One or two mistakes, but a great win for him.

He’s never afraid to go for his shots, plays the game his way.

Another super win. Overall a fantastic win for the Olympic Outlaws, and a super team effort.

Great to see Hassan Miah come to support the team, another highlight of the night.

confident positioning, didn’t really miss many, shutting his opponent out, so the frame was an easy win for Steve - he made it look easy!

Next up, Maverick Mike potted some good long balls, confident pots, but failed to pull back the score in time, even after a snooker needed on the yellow. Lost it on the pink ball, the handicap again was huge. Kyle Fellows dug deep round the table, again giving up a October 2nd A great snooker match today big handicap start, but it didn’t against Paul Cartlidge. I managed bother his play. He’s a smooth to win 10 frames to 3. It’s always operator round the table with pots a pleasure to play him, he's a galore, a bit like a red arrow all the great guy. My highest break today way! A brilliant winner. Last up was just 30, but I was happy with Gareth Fellows, again with a my long potting again. I enjoyed the massive handicap start, was well day, a meal after the match. formed in the match, potting some Thanks for the birthday treats to long balls, but another frame Louise Whitfield, Paul Cartlidge. where he failed to pull the score September 25th Antoni Tuniewicz, Carl Russell, and back. His opponent was good, Really enjoyed my snooker match thanks to everybody for all the despite off the handicap, so today against Mark Beetham. A unlucky for Gareth, his first loss so match with the best of 11 frames, I birthday messages, it was much appreciated. far. The highlight of the night, managed the win 6 frames to 3. I Steve Horsfall on his debut will admit, when I was three nil fantastic potting. He made the adrift, it wasn’t looking good! But I October 14th handicap look easy to claw back. A was very pleased to win six frames It was a real pleasure to meet the lady who wanted to donate a cased big thanks to Phil Greenhill, a nice in a row! I didn’t expect to, but I was determined, I dug in, and I felt snooker cue, for me to pass on to supper chicken and chips. Also someone starting off in the sport. thanks to Brad Bates for his confident. It was a great match, It was a really lovely gesture, and I support. some classic snooker, my positioning was a lot better than of can’t thank her enough for it. She also gave me some sets of darts, late, I was very pleased with my October 23rd to pass to budding players too in I was really looking forward to my long potting. Mark is a lovely kind that line of sport. It was a really snooker match today against Gary hearted guy on and off the table, generous gesture, and I feel Doy, one of the greats in the sport, I’ve got a lot of respect for him, humbled that she thought of giving at a new snooker studio and which is mutual. He’s a brilliant all these items just from reading playing on a brand new match referee and player. about my progress in the world of table. Gary is a great player. I Snooker. remember his 136 break in a October 1st knock out match in Wales, and two Another great win last night for the years ago he won the East Olympic Outlaws against October 16th A very enjoyable snooker match Yorkshire snooker singles. He said Springhead, played away, the today against Matt Sneed, where I I'm a very dedicated snooker result 11 - 5 win. First two up on the green baize were Phil Greenhill managed the win by 7 frames to 2. player, that's why I’ve had the and Maverick Mike. Phil played well I was very happy with my form, with invite to go play him. Well, it was a breaks of 45 and 42. Matt is a great snooker match! Okay, I lost in his match, the first time he’d great bloke, and a great sport to the match by 6 frames to 1, but in played in a while, producing some play against. The two frames he that I had two black ball games, great snooker, nice pots and won, he won them both on the and three of the frames went down safety-play, keeping his opponent to the blue ball. I enjoyed the off the table for a great win. On the black ball, so I’d made him work for them. He enjoyed my play in the match, just a bit disappointed I other table, I potted some good game today, saying that I was came up short. But playing balls, a good battle in the end, a brilliant! Well today I felt confident, someone like Gary can be decent all-round frame. The next in my own little bubble, in the zone, punishing! He is a great player, a two up were Gareth Fellows and and it paid off. Then I had an fantastic bloke, his positional play Lee “Cazzy” Caswell. What a ability is just about spot on. I did snooker performance from Gareth, unexpected best of five frames, against professional snooker play well and did my best. The his long potting and positioning coach Mike Gillespie. I really match table was brilliant, a very was just about spot on. He was very cool and calm round the table, enjoyed that match as well, though tough table to play on, with tight I did lose by 3 frames to 2. It was pockets. I was especially happy great cue action, and a superb a great battle between us both, with my potting on a table I'm not frame win for him, well deserved, really fine great snooker, plus also used too. Perhaps I just lacked the and the best match of the night. got a 31 break. killer blow towards the end. Give Cazzy found it tough on the table, someone of Gary’s ability half a he potted a few good balls, but his chance, and he punishes you! I am opponent off the handicap really October 17th potted some stinkers. A first loss Played a best of eleven frames pleased that I gave him a good for Cazzy, but he will be back, we against Gareth “The Positioner” match, and to be honest, I couldn’t know he can produce the goods.

Fellows. It was a really good tight have done any more.

Last two up were Kyle Fellows and match, which I ran out as winning Alex Fellows It was another calm by 6 frames to 4.

On November 28 I have the collected frame for Kyle, great cue opportunity to play an exhibition action. He potted some really October 19th snooker match against four times fantastic balls, great confidence, Another cracking result tonight for world snooker champion John and can still talk, have a bit of the Olympic Outlaws, winning 9-6 Higgins. banter round the table then head against William Gemmel. Daniel straight back down onto his Medforth gave it his all, missing a 1. With Mark Beetham snooker business. A great player, few shots but potting a good few 2. With Paul Cartlidge who keeps producing the goods as well, the handicapped start was 3. With the collected and wins. Well done! On the other enough towards the end of the snooker cue table, with Alex, we could hear frame, with Dan just losing out.

4. With Matt Sneed bang crack wallop as the balls hit Steve Horsfall showed well on his 5. With Gareth Fellows the back of the pocket! He’s fast first match, great long pots, 6. Happy Halloween September 21st A great night of snooker, the Olympic Outlaws all played out of their skin, with a superb 15- 2 win overall. I was very pleased with my performance tonight, giving 32 points start. My long potting was on fire, with a 26 break, and I hardly missed a shot! My positioning was a lot better, something I've been working on to improve my overall game. It definitely paid off tonight! Proud for myself, and proud for our team. I won my match 83 points to 39 against an opponent who played well. Looking forward to our next match - that should put us right up near the top of the league. Well done lads, great snooker.

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Withernsea AFC Update FOLLOWING on from the poor defeat to Langtoft the first team continued into October looking to solidify their position in ER County League Division 2. All credit to the players following the Langtoft result with the rest of the month being one of success with three wins from three providing a positive return and putting the team in a good position to build on a good start to the season. Two league games starting on Saturday, October 9. saw the team win 5-2 away at Leven MC reserves in a good game with goals coming from Bristow, Wilkinson, Randle and a brace from Bristow.

The following weekend the first team where due to play Hull Saints.

In a game that had everything at Hull Road the seasiders took the lead 1-0 but were then quickly reduced to 9 men with Ciaran Collins and Tony Randle both dismissed for dissent. The nine

men scored another two to make it 3-0 before a fierce fightback from the Saints. Goals from Mountain, Iley and Todd were just enough for Withernsea to scrape a hard fought 3-2 victory. The final game of the month was in the Junior Cup with the team beating Division 3 side Sutton 5-3 at Bishop Burton 3G, goals from Kitching, Iley, Maplebeck and a double for Josh Ward meant

the month ended on a successful note.

Around the rest of the club the reserves season continues to be challenging with three further defeats in October (0-6 Shiptonthorpe, 2-3 Goole, 0-4 Flambrough (cup)). The team continue to train hard with a view to improving their fortunes in ER

Holderness Vikings Joe and Anne Tripp Memorial Saturday, October 30. at Saltaugh Road in Keyingham and a healthy crowd saw the club host an Over 30s v Under 30s Vikings game in honour of Joe and Anne Tripp. The memorial game was preceded by an exhibition game in which the U10’s team took on the Under 11’s.

The memorial game had been organised by Darren and Steve Gale in conjunction with Joe’s family, the parish council and the club. It was great to see so many people come and support the event that is the first in a number of events planned in the coming months.

Before the game kicked off there was an unveiling of a memorial bench which will be

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sited outside of the clubhouse in honour of Joe The game featured many players who had played under the expert coaching and guidance of Joe and it was fabulous to see so many people from the club past and present to honour such a special couple in the club’s history. It was a great day and was a chance to remember and celebrate all that Joe and Anne achieved and inspired at the club.

The weekends were a great success with Vikings players represented at U11, U12, U13 level. The U12 and U13 teams

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East v West Games Well done to the Vikings players who represented the East Hull teams in the City of Hull District League East v West games which took place on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31 at Craven Park.

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County League Division 5. The veteran’s section continues to flourish at the club with the veterans making an impressive start to their debut season having won the last three games in Hull Veterans League Division 4. This leaves the veterans in fourth place in the league as we move into November.

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were victorious on the 31st in tough conditions. The U15 game which was due to be a decider after the results in the previous games will be rescheduled as the pitch at Craven Park became unplayable due to waterlogging.

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all proving popular with the club able to turn out teams across most age groups which bodes well for a successful future at Withernsea.

1. Under 7 Player of the Match v Beverley- Billy 2. Under 8 Player of the Match v Brandesburton- Cassius

1. MEMORIAL GAME: The teams that took part in the memorial game 2. BENCH: The memorial bench sited outside of the clubhouse

3. U12S: The successful U12 Vikings from the East Hull side 4. SUCCESS: The successful U13 Vikings from the East Hull side

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Historic month proves one of mixed fortunes

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OCTOBER 2021 proved a historic month for Easington United AFC as the club fielded four teams on a Saturday afternoon for the first time ever.

Although the new team’s debut proved an inauspicious one (courtesy of a club record 24-2 reverse at the hands of Flamborough), its launch has rightly been acknowledged as a great achievement for a small village club.

One of the aims behind this expansion was to further increase the opportunities for those coming through the junior ranks at our ‘link club’ Patrington who are looking to move into the adult game on turning 16 years of age.

The end of October saw the first such move when Arthur Orr made his debut for the Eastenders Thirds against Club de Albion in East Riding County League Division 6. By the season’s end it is hoped he will have been joined by several more.

Some of these youngsters will possibly progress rapidly up through the ranks and become part of the senior squad.

This has been the case of Kieran Miller who, having rejoined the locals from Hull side Malet Vikings earlier in the month, has enjoyed two excellent recent outings for the first team.

The latest of these came in Bradford on 30 October where Easington assured themselves of a place in the last eight of this year’s Yorkshire Old Boys Shield, thanks to a 3-2 win over St Bede’s of the Yorkshire Amateur League Premier Division.

Dan Warcup, Darrel Thompson and Andy Graham scored the goals that eventually proved (just) enough

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to clinch a home quarter-final against Leeds side Wortley on a date to be confirmed.

November will see Craig Foster’s side try to make it to another quarter-final when they travel to fellow Humber Premier League side Hutton Cranswick SRA in the East Riding Senior Country Cup. It will be a tough ask against a team who’ve taken to life in the HPL quickly following promotion from the East Riding County League. The hosts currently sit third in the Division 1 table having lost just one of their opening eight matches.

Following their cup encounters, the locals return to league action on 13 November when they host Bridlington Town Rovers hoping to add to the first league point picked up away at Reckitts Reserves on 23 October. That came courtesy of a 33 draw, albeit one in which a 2-0 lead was squandered as was the advantage afforded by a third goal on 89 minutes, which was countered by a stoppage time leveller for the hosts.

A blank week due to an early exit from the league cup is followed by an away game at Blackburn Athletic, a side whose 1-0 win at Low Farm last month with a team reduced to ten men early on formed one of the lowest points of the locals’ campaign to date.

Even that was then eclipsed by a 9-0 reverse at Hessle Sporting on 9 October, a defeat that left the Eastenders cut adrift at the foot of the table. At least the point at Reckitts and a gutsy win in Bradford has raised hopes of a long overdue upturn in fortunes.

Finally on the First Team front, it was really pleasing to see former

skipper Luke Taylor reacquainted with his team-mates when stepping in to assist Craig Smalley at the Reckitts game (for which Foster was absent). Hopefully, it won’t be the last time we see ‘Eli’ wearing his club colours again in some capacity.

The Reserves also experienced a mixed October, with a mini-revival in the league seeing a win and a draw before Division 2 leaders Langtoft brought things to a shuddering halt with a 7-0 win at Low Farm.

At least Leven Reserves’ inability to raise a team for the League Junior Cup tie on 30 October meant the Stiffs ended things on something of a high, courtesy of automatic progress through to round two.

They now face a busy November, which begins with the visit of local rivals Withernsea on 6 November, to be followed by an East Riding Junior Country Cup tie at another Holderness side, Hedon Rangers Academy. An away league game at

Hull United Development and a home league cup tie against Longhill Ravens completes the month.

Our other East Riding County League teams are still finding the going tough.

Five straight defeats for the Thirds have ensured they sit bottom of Division 6 and now out of both cup competitions. Both cup defeats have come at the hands of Division 5 opponents and have been accompanied by creditable performances. But it’s the slow start in league games that is causing comanagers Sam Outing and Steve Ward most concern.

Their November schedule sees them travel to Northside Sporting (6th) before hosting AFC Tickton (13th) and then facing Hull Titans away (20th).

Following their chastening opening day experience, the Fourths actually picked up a point away at AFC Skirlaugh Seniors the next time out.

Unfortunately, a return to the same opponents in the league cup the following week resulted in an 8-0 thumping; a scoreline repeated a week later at high-flying East Yorkshire United in the league.

In November they also only play on three Saturdays, hosting Goole United Academy (6th) before an away game at Priory (13th) and a home game against Malet Vikings (20th) The real success story of the season to date comes at veterans level where the ‘Awd Ezzies’ would appear to be in irrepressible form.

Four straight wins have taken them top of Division 5 of the Hull & District Veterans League, as well as being the league’s top goal scorers (29 goals) and boasting the overall

top goal scorer in Darren Thompson (12).

Four of Thompson’s goals came in the two October home wins; a hardfought 5-3 success over Swanland Vets being followed by a 9-3 mauling of Spartans.

November sees the locals host Little Weighton (7th) before travelling to Priory B a fortnight later.

Away from the action the club is still actively seeking support in the form of match and player sponsorship, along with sponsors for the forthcoming Xmas Race Night, being held in the Marquis of Granby on Saturday, 11 December.

Email us at info@easingtonunited.co.uk if you’d like to get involved in any way.

Details of all forthcoming fixtures and events can be found on our club website at (www.easingtonunited.co.uk) and our social media pages on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@EasingtonUtd).

01: NEW: The newly launched Easington United Fourths line up for the camera prior to their chastening introduction to the East Riding County League (Picture: Rich Lusmore) 02: RETURNED: Luke Taylor (tracksuit) was back to help Craig Smalley run first team affairs at the recent league match against Reckitts Reserves (Picture: Rich Lusmore).

03: GOAL: Dave Westoby scores against Spartans; one of the 29 goals already chalked up by the Awd Ezzies after just four games this season in Hull Vets League Division 5 (Picture: Burt Graham)

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