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Charlie Landsborough Amateur Choir Challenge - In Aid Of Children In Need

admin, May 21, 2013

Charlie Landsborough, multi award-winning inspirational/country artist, heads out on tour this Autumn in support of his 29th album “Silhouette”. This time, however, the tour will be very different - it will be opened by a leading local choir.

Having previously been a teacher before embarking on his musical career, Charlie has always recognised the vital role of music and choirs in the community. 

Now he has decided to play his part in creating a larger platform for local choral groups – The Charlie Landsborough Amateur Choir Challenge will do just that.

Not only will the winning choir get to perform on stage and the overall winner receive £1000, but the whole venture will benefit one of the UK’s most vital charities.

Choirs from across every tour area are invited to take part with the proceeds (£25 per entry) going to Children In Need. Charlie himself will be donating the royalties for a year from one of his best loved songs, ‘Special’, to Children In Need.      

Working in a deprived area during his teaching days, Charlie’s heart is very close to children and their needs and ‘Special’ was written for one particular little girl from his old school.

Charlie has recorded over 150 self-penned songs and each choir will be asked to submit a recording of one of these. There are plenty of styles to choose from – harmony, country, rock,

blues, ballads, gospel, there are uptempo songs and there are slow ones, something to suit everyone.

All entries need to be in by July 31st and should be sent to Charlie Landsborough Enterprises Ltd,  PO Box 155, Wirral, CH31 9AS.   Entry Forms and further information can be found at www.charlielandsborough.com. 

The rules of the challenge are as follows:

• Choirs can have up to a maximum of 25 members including conductor. Choirs can be All Male, All Female, Mixed, School Choirs etc.

• Choirs can enter as many pre-recorded Charlie Landsborough original songs as they wish. NB Professional studio type recordings are not necessary, personal recording will be adequate

• Cost of each entry is £25, reducing if more than one entry. The proceeds will go directly to the Charlie Landsborough Amateur Choir Challenge, all of which will go to the 2013 Children In Need Charity.

• The local media, along with Charlie, will independently judge the winning choir for each area.

• Each winning choir will open Charlie Landsborough’s concert on his UK 2013 Autumn Tour in their area. They will be able to sing two songs, at least one being a Charlie Landsborough original. (It is recommended that they choose numbers other than ‘What Colour Is The Wind’ and ‘Forever Friend’ which, due to their popularity, already feature as part of Charlie’s concert.)

• Each choir’s performance on the night will be recorded and these recordings will be judged by an independent panel. The overall winner will receive £1000 donated by Charlie Landsborough for their Choir Funds. If the choice of Charlie’s songs by the Choirs have enough variation an album will be produced to be sold with all profits going to Children In Need.

• Recorded Entries must be submitted by 31st July 2013. It is advisable, however, for Choirs to send their entry forms in as early as possible (recordings can follow).

• Entry Forms and further information can be found at: www.charlielandsborough.com.

• Entries to be sent to: Charlie Landsborough Enterprises Ltd. PO Box 155, Wirral, CH31 9AS.

Charlie is at the Bridlington Spa on Thursday 17th October 2013.  Bridlington Spa telephone number is 01262 678678

Noise Action Week

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

Recent visits have found that many owners of licensed premises in the East Riding are not aware of legislation on the control of noise at work. East Riding of Yorkshire Council has recently made targeted visits to 84 licensed premises, providing advice and guidance to assist them in complying with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations. Under this legislation, employers have a responsibility to ensure measures are in place to protect workers from excessive noise, including loud music. This week (May 20 to 25) is Noise Action Week, and they are warning that prolonged exposure to any noise, including music, can cause permanent hearing damage. Loud music in pubs and clubs not only has an adverse impact on staff, but can also cause a noise nuisance to neighbours. Councillor Jackie Cracknell, portfolio holder for community involvement and performance, said: “If you can hold a normal conversation in work areas without the music being too obtrusive, then your exposure is likely to be under the safe levels. If the music is obtrusive or you have to shout, people at work may be at risk and you need to protect them by taking action to comply with the regulations.” Licensees are being advised to take a number of steps, including reducing the time workers spend in noisy areas, providing staff with information on noise and providing a health surveillance programme if staff are at higher risk. For advice on the control of noise regulations, contact the council’s health and safety team on 01482 396096, email health.safety@eastriding.gov.uk or visit http://www/soundadvice.info/ For advice and guidance on how to avoid causing a noise nuisance, contact the council’s environmental control team on 01482 396301, email pollution.control@eastriding.gov.uk or visit http://www2.eastriding.gov.uk/environment/pollution/noise/

Scams Awareness Month

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

East Riding of Yorkshire Trading Standards have issued a new warning to residents to be on their guard against scams which could con them out of thousands of pounds. Trading standards are receiving regular complaints from East Riding householders about attempted scams. Recent examples include:-

* a resident was phoned and asked if they would like to stop receiving unwanted calls from abroad by paying £1.90 and giving the caller their bank details.
* another householder answered the door to a salesman who advised they that the Government would put up their council tax if they did not have double glazing units installed.
* a resident received a letter which appeared to offer her a first prize of over £50,000 by making an order with them. The small print in the terms and conditions said this prize may not be given.

This month is Scams Awareness Month and trading standards say the main message is ‘If you’re contacted out of the blue and it seems too good to be true, then it probably is.’ It is often a family member who realises that a relative has become the victim of a scam. Concerned relatives can ask for help to reduce the amount of scam mail delivered, and by explaining to the victim that these offers are not genuine. Scams take many forms, including fake lotteries and prize draws, bogus health cures, dodgy investment schemes, pyramid selling and letters asking for advance fees. Councillor Jackie Cracknell, portfolio holder for community involvement and performance, said: “These scams often affect vulnerable members of our community.  Some people have been conned out of tens of thousands of pounds and unfortunately those who respond to scams will receive further bogus offers. “I hope that by encouraging people to register with the Mailing Preference Service it will help to reduce the amount of scam mail they receive.” Scams can be reported by calling Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or online at www.actionfraud.police.uk/contact-us. For advice or to pass on details of rogue traders, ring the Citizens Advice consumer service 0845 4040506. For further advice and information visit www.adviceguide.org.uk. Register with the Mailing Preference Service to cut down on scam mail by ringing 0845 7034599, or online at www.mpsonline.org.uk. The Royal Mail has an opt out scheme for unaddressed mail, leaflets etc, on www.royalmail.com. To prevent unwanted scam phone calls and texts, register with the Telephone Preference Service by ringing 0845 0700707 or online at www.tpsonline.org.uk.

Bridlingtons New Beach Wheelchair

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

The All-Terrain Landeez Beach Wheelchair is now available for hire on Bridlington South Beach.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Foreshores Team has purchased an All-Terrain Landeez Wheelchair that enables visitors, who would normally be unable to enjoy the freedom and surroundings of the Bridlington south beach, to take part in the experience.

The large rubber wheels of the Landeez are designed especially for outdoor use, making the beach easily accessible.

The wheelchair can be hired on a daily basis and is located at the Foreshores Office, Princess Mary Promenade. A deposit of a passport or driving licence is required but there is no charge for the hire of the wheelchair.

For further details contact the Foreshores Office on Princess Mary Promenade, Bridlington, YO15 3LG or call (01262) 678255, send an email to foreshores@eastriding.gov.uk or visit www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/tourism-and-attractions/coastal-attractions/seaside-resorts-and-promenades

Circus Whiz at Sewerby Hall and Gardens

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

Sewerby Hall and Gardens hosts a brand new activity on Sunday, 26 May between 11am and 4pm. Circus Whiz provides the very best interactive circus skills workshop set in a colourful inflatable circus ring with canopy, flags and entertainers, and with plenty of equipment for visitor participation in dozens of skills. Learn how to juggle balls and clubs, diablos and devil sticks, master Olympic ribbons and cups and balls. Walk on cups or fun stilts and pedal-gos; spin a plate or a rope or hula hoop. Parents and children, grandparents, teens and toddlers, everyone is welcome to come and play. Visitors will also be able to browse the various wares on offer at one of Double R Craft’s memorable craft fairs in the Orangery and Swinton Room between 11am and 4pm. Admission charges to Sewerby Hall and Gardens apply but there is no additional charge to attend these events unless stated. Adults £4.80, over 60s £4.20, children (three-15) £3, and family tickets (two adults and two children) £15. Season passes are also available.

For more information call (01262) 673769 or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby

Go Spike Big Weekend

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

Kick start your summer with a bit of beach volleyball at the Go Spike Big Weekend on 26 May from 11am-3pm at the South Beach (near The Spa)

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Sport, Play and Arts Service and the Foreshores department are teaming up to bring you the England Volleyball’s Go Spike Big Weekend which aims to encourage the nation to get involved in volleyball and head down to their local courts or facility to give volleyball a try.

The day will include a come-and-try-it court, kids’ courts, coaching hour and a mini competition. The mobile skate park will also be there.

Come to the beach and get involved and see why beach volleyball is the best team sport to play this summer.

If you want to play beach volleyball, weekly sessions take place at Bridlington beach (near the Spa) on Thursdays from 4.30-6pm on the Go Spike Volleyball courts.

For more information call (01482) 392514.

2013 Sewerby Hall and Garden Season Passes are available online

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

Visitors are reminded that 2013-14 Sewerby Hall and Gardens season passes are still available and offer superb value for money. Obtaining a new pass or renewing an existing one is also a great deal more convenient via the new online purchase system.

There are plenty of exciting events scheduled to take place as summer approaches including brand new Wacky Walks from Rusticus Theatre Arts and Magic Days for the kids, Orangery concerts for the grandparents and much more in between for everyone else! The Big Picnic takes place in August along with a weekend of World War One Living History running in conjunction with the Duty Calls exhibition in the hall.

The passes are reasonably priced at £17 for adults, £9 for children (three-15 years old) and £47 for a family (up to two adults and two children). Additional children can be added to a family pass for £3 each at the time of purchase. The passes only need to be used three or four times before they have immediately paid for themselves.

Allowing unlimited access to the hall, zoo and gardens during normal opening hours throughout the year, pass holders also benefit from a ten per cent discount off items in the gift shop and menu items at the Clock Tower Tea Rooms.

For those visitors who do not have access to the internet, renewals and new applications can be dealt with in person at the estate office where they can be paid for by cash, cheque, debit or credit card. Alternatively you can call Sewerby Hall and Gardens on (01262) 673769 and a form will be posted to you.

If you wish to receive an electronic version of the form please email sewerby.hall@eastriding.gov.uk

You can then return the completed form in the post together with a cheque.

For further information please call (01262) 673769 or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby

Stunning Self Accommodation Lets Available at Sewerby Hall and Gardens

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 21, 2013

Sewerby Hall and Gardens’ self-catering accommodation makes a perfect base for a break on the coast any time of year and with summer approaching, now is the perfect time to book.

Guests can take a dramatic cliff-top walk on a warm, sunny afternoon overlooking the stunning Bridlington Bay followed by refreshments from our award-winning Tea Rooms before retiring to their very own well-appointed, luxury four-star cottage.

Formerly gatehouses and lodge to the Grade 1 listed Georgian House of Sewerby Hall, these three period properties have been carefully renovated to a very high standard, resulting in three unique detached holiday cottages.

Each property includes an electric ‘wood-burner’ fire in the living room, gas central heating, bed linen and towels, travel cot and highchair (upon request), Freeview TV, DVD player, iPod dock, gas hob, electric oven, microwave oven, washing machine and a dishwasher. There is also a lawned garden and patio with outdoor furniture and a BBQ. The cottages also have their very own free Wi-Fi service too.

All of the three properties are available for short and long stays throughout the year and can be viewed and booked directly by visiting www.cottages4you.co.uk where each has their own unique reference number.

Search for Oak Cottage (sleeps four) by using reference 27522, Beech Cottage (sleeps three plus one) using reference 27523 and Chestnut Cottage (sleeps six) by using 27524. Alternatively, call the booking line on 0845 2680760.

Visitors can also enjoy access to Sewerby Hall and Gardens’ 50-acre estate which includes the award-winning landscaped gardens and numerous woodland walks with a huge variety of wildlife, whatever the season.

For more information call (01262) 673769 or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby

Historic Vehicles at Sewerby

East Riding of Yorkshire County Council, May 15, 2013

Sewerby Hall and Gardens is pleased to be hosting the Spring Gathering of the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club, where visitors can view the many historic vehicles on display and chat with their owners on Sunday, 19 May between 11am and 4pm.

Based in the East Riding of Yorkshire, the EYTCC is a regional club for owners and enthusiasts of all types of motor transport which are part of our motoring heritage.

The club caters for all forms of vehicles, including motorcycles, from Veteran and Vintage through to Post Historic, from 1900 onwards.

The club provides a social and practical environment to promote and encourage the ownership, maintenance, use, enjoyment and restoration of all the above forms of transport.

The vehicles date between 1920 and the late 1980s and some of the cars included on the day are likely to include the Austin 7, Morris 8, Standard Vanguard, Austin Cambridge, Morris Minor, Morris Oxford, Humber Supersnipe, Humber Hawk, Rover P5 and P6, Ford Cortina and Ford Granada.

Mixed voice choir, Cadenza will also be performing a program of popular songs in the Orangery on Sunday at 2pm.

A regular to Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Lynn Corkery’s spinning demonstrations offer an insight into the basics of weaving through to the advanced skill of lace making. Lynn can be found in the Swinton Room between 11am and 3pm.

Not only will visitors be able to watch the process first hand, Lynn also encourages a ‘have-a-go’ approach. Lynn believes that it is important that these skills are not lost, and by doing what she does, she hopes to create a memory that children and parents will remember forever.

Admission charges to Sewerby Hall and Gardens apply but there is no additional charge to attend these events.

Adults £4.80, over 60s £4.20, children (three-15) £3, and family tickets (two adults and two children) £15. Season passes are also available.

For more information call (01262) 673769 or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby

Summer display shows off students’ talents

admin, May 15, 2013

Construction students at East Riding College have brightened up their campus with a summer display of bespoke garden furniture. The joinery learners designed and built items including a gazebo, shed, dog kennel, potting benches, arbour and seating benches, and put them on display in the entrance atrium at the Bridlington campus. The activity was part of the College’s enterprise entitlement, in which students are encouraged to develop the skills that will help them succeed in the workplace and make a success of going into self-employment.

Head of construction Ian Frear said: “This project gave learners an insight into some of the skills essential to being a self-employed joiner. “They had to design and cost up the projects themselves, building in an element of profit, and then assemble them to a very high standard.  “Normally, learners will practice their skills by building something and then dismantling it so this kind of activity – making something permanent – is great for their self-esteem.”

The majority of the items, with prices ranging from £5 to £700, have already been snapped up by members of staff at the College but a number are still available to buy. Proceeds from the sales will be put towards extra-curricular activities and a proportion will go to charity.

Ben Owram, 18, from Filey, said: “This was a great activity to be involved in because it was a real live project that you would be doing in the future at work.” Nathan Percival, 18, from Bridlington, said: “The opportunity to do something real has given me the chance to explore a different kind of employment route that I hadn’t thought about before.”

For more information about products available to buy or to order an item, email alex.sheldon@eastridingcollege.ac.uk or peter.taylor@eastridingcollege.ac.uk or call 0845 120 0037 and ask for Alex or Peter.