Pocklington Post

05/09/2025

Andy's beard-shave for Menfulness, York RLFC Foundation and Life For A Kid Foundation

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05/09/2025

Six wonderful photos from the Pocklington Post archives

Here we feature some fantastic moments from the past thanks to these six eye-catching photographs.
In the frame this time is a super school nativity cast; some swashbuckling youngsters; a Viking day at Stamford Bridge; two photos from a New Year concert at Nunburnholme; and the Stamford Bridge Players.
Do you recognise any of the people in the pictures?

05/09/2025

Sport Peep into the Past

This week, we feature the Market Weighton FC team in 2011; Woodhouse Grange CC; Pocklington RUFC in action; a Pocklington U10 rugby team; and the Bishop Wilton football team in 2005.
Do you recognise any of the people in these photographs?
Go to www.facebook.com/PocklingtonPost/ to see more sport retro pictures.

04/09/2025

£500,000 of Government funding secured to help local businesses

Invest East Yorkshire’s Business Support Services team has attracted more than £500,000 of Government funding through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), to support local businesses with a range of grants.
Grants of up to £50,000 are available to support business growth projects. Funding can be used for capital investment such as new equipment or machinery, farm diversification, the creation of new tourism accommodation, and carbon reduction projects including solar energy.
In addition, new start-up grants of up to £750 are available to support entrepreneurs and training grants of up to £1,000 available to help businesses develop their workforce.
Councillor Anne Handley, East Riding of Yorkshire Council leader said “This is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to access government-funded support, to accelerate their growth. We’re proud to support our business community, and the East Riding’s economy, to create new opportunities and help secure a prosperous future for our area.”
The Invest team has supported more than 2,000 businesses in the East Riding over the past two years, through its experienced business advisers, who work across the East Riding.
Free, informal discussions about eligibility and how businesses can benefit from these grants, can be arranged with the business support service teams by emailing [email protected], phoning 01482 391622, or by visiting www.investeastyorkshire.co.uk/business-support

04/09/2025

Operation Yokohama police training opens up new pursuit avenues

Humberside Police officers who are part of the Operation Yokohama team have been highlighting their advance training skills.
Operation Yokohama is an initiative led by the force’s Roads Policing Team, following advanced training in off-road riding combined with pursuit tactics.
This specialist training equips officers to safely pursue offenders who use motorbikes to commit crime and evade arrest.
The motorbikes can be used on both public roads and off-road terrain, allowing the team to continue pursuits into areas where previously, they could not follow.
A police spokesperson said: “The introduction of these motorbikes comes in response to a rise in offenders using motorcycles to commit vehicle theft and associated anti-social behaviour.
"Dangerous riding poses serious dangers to the public and will not be tolerated on the roads and in the open spaces in our communities.
“Operation Yokohama is focused on removing these risks from our roads, making our communities safer, one pursuit at a time.”
Visit https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1323631212457920 to see the Humberside Police video.

04/09/2025

New Autism Mental Health Support Service launched in Hull and East Riding

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has announced the launch of an innovative new service to improve care received by autistic patients accessing mental health services.
The Autism Mental Health Support Service (AMHSS) are a dedicated, neuro-affirming service working alongside mental health services and with autistic individuals to help improve mental health, reduce the need for hospital admissions and support timely, well-
planned discharges.
The team includes occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists and nurses. All of which have received specialist training in autism.
It is estimated that 1 in 100 people in the UK are autistic. Autistic people have different needs due to variations in how their brains process information, sensory input and social interactions, leading to unique preferences and potential challenges in daily life.
The innovative approach of centring care around the individual and consistently meeting the needs of autistic service users ensures that every touch point of Trust mental health services will be autism-aware.
For some individuals the interaction between themselves and clinical staff is at odds with their preferred form of communication, so speech and language therapists can engage and support with interaction preferences on an individual basis.
The team also take a role in advocating for and supporting to implement reasonable adjustments in the care of patients, which can be as simple as turning down lighting during a visit but makes a huge difference to a patient with sensory issues.
These reasonable adjustments help to remove barriers to care and promote better outcomes for the patients while crucially reducing the need for hospitalisation.
Hannah Pearson, Clinical Lead in AMHSS, said, “Our aim is to improve the way care plans are driven, putting the individual needs of patients at the centre of every interaction. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to neurodiversity so our team are able to advise and educate fellow clinicians about how best to meet their patient’s requirements.
"We are also a multi-disciplined team who can support the patients directly throughout their journey of care.
"Our primary goal is to enable better access and support for mental health needs, improving outcomes and reducing the likelihood of admission to mental health hospital, and firmly believe that early intervention is the key to managing this”.
Patients who will benefit from this service must have a formal autism diagnosis and be currently supported by a Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust mental health team.
Got o https://www.humber.nhs.uk/ for more details

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provides a variety of services for people with mental health problems, learning disabilities, addictions and community services.

04/09/2025

Opticians sets it sights on Market Weighton football sponsorship deal

The girls’ football team members at Market Weighton Town FC are celebrating after a local opticians stepped in to sponsor their kit for the upcoming season.
Specsavers on Pocklington’s Market Place, which is locally owned and run, has donated £600 for a two-year sponsorship, as part of its ongoing commitment to community-focused initiatives.
The money will be used to provide the team with jackets to prepare for winter, keeping them warm and comfortable both on and off the pitch.
Richard Humble, chairman of Market Weighton Town FC, said: “We are delighted to have the support of Specsavers for the next two seasons.
"Their contribution has been significant in helping us supply the team with the right kit to enable them to perform at their best during the colder months.
“The girls are proud to represent a local business and can’t wait to start the new season. Like many grassroots football clubs, we’d struggle to continue our work without such generous funding, as the more support we receive, the more we can enrich our players’ lives through access to sport.
"So, we’re incredibly grateful for the store’s support and hope to build a long-term relationship with Specsavers.”
Amy Sheldon, director at Specsavers in Pocklington, added: “Serving the community is what we do at our store, and opportunities like this allow us to do just that. We hope to support residents in similar ways in the future. We wish them all the best and hope they love their new jackets – and we’ll be cheering them on throughout season!”

04/09/2025

Rowers start final quarter of their gruelling 8,000 Pacific challenge

Two rowers who are attempting to cross the Pacific non-stop and unsupported are now on their final quarter.
Miriam Payne, 25, from Market Weighton, and Jess Rowe, 28, from Hampshire, have now passed the 6,000 mile mark in their bid to complete the tough 8,000-mile challenge.
A message by the two rowers, via their page, said: “My goodness, where has the time gone. It feels like only yesterday we were pushing off from Peruano Yacht Club.
"We’ve certainly been tested out here and are sure there will be many more challenges to come.
"However, reflecting on the journey so far, we’re really proud of how we’ve faced every obstacle and kept our positive mindset. We really have lived the adventure.
"Thank you to everyone who has followed along, sent words of support and donated, it’s truly heartwarming.
"If every one of our followers was able to give a pound, we’d smash our fundraising target and help change a lot of young lives with The Outward Bound Trust.”
The team is aiming to raise £50,000 for the Outward Bound Trust, a UK-based charity which helps children develop lifelong skills through adventure.
To support their GiveStar charitable appeal for the Outward Bound Trust visit https://givestar.io/gs/AGS4ZMK
You can follow the pair’s progress at www.seasthedayoceanrowing.com/the-team

See a Seas the Day video at https://www.facebook.com/reel/1089150483348280

04/09/2025

Local nature photography competition returns

The Hull and East Yorkshire Local Nature Partnership, in collaboration with East Riding Libraries, is once again running its popular Nature Photography Competition for 2025.
Building on the success of last year’s contest, which drew more than 100 entries, this year’s competition invites photographers and nature enthusiasts to showcase their talent and passion.
The 2025 theme, ‘People in Nature’, highlights the connection between individuals and the natural world.
Entries are invited across three categories; volunteering and community, health and wellbeing, and nature-based skills.
The competition is open to amateur photographers of all abilities and will be judged in two categories, 25 and under, and over 25s. The panel includes representatives from East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Sustainable Development Team and East Riding Libraries.
Councillor Paul West, East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for environment and transport said “We’re delighted that the local nature photography competition is to return and encourage local residents to take part and submit their photos of nature.”
The competition closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, November 16.
More information about the competition, and how to participate can be found at www.heylnp.co.uk

04/09/2025

See All 45 Giant Rat Sculptures Together in One Place

Fans of A Mischief of Rats are invited to an exhibition featuring all 45 of the artist-decorated rat sculptures at Princes Quay Event Space, running from Saturday 13th September until Friday 19th September.
The exhibition is the next exciting chapter in this charity sculpture trail project, showcasing the 45 fabulous sculptures that have graced an eclectic mix of locations across Hull and East Riding. This will be a unique chance to see all the Rats in one place before they head for their forever homes.
Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the intricate artistry and creative flair embedded in each piece - many of which have captivated over 250,000 trail visitors throughout the summer.
Co-director of the trail, Clare Huby, said: “It’s been an incredibly joyful project and people have really fallen in love with our mischievous sculptures. We know that not everyone has managed to get to all the locations and people will be able to add any missing rodents to their App.
"We’re thrilled to bring all the rats together in one place. It’s always awe-inspiring to see them all side by side – a perfect culmination to a trail that has been delighting the community since May.”
Following the display, Saturday, September 20 will see 21 of the rats going to auction, with the remaining 24, already purchased by their sponsors, heading for their permanent homes.
Healthcare in the Community, decorated by artist Loïs Cordelia, is one sculpture already purchased by David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East.
Daniel Smith, Managing Director stated: “It has been a pleasure to be associated with A Mischief of Rats sculpture trail, which has been a great talking point for everyone in the communities involved. We’ve seen some wonderful designs across the region and look forward to finding a permanent home for our rat at our Wolds View development in Pocklington.”
There is a nominal entry for the exhibition of £2 per adult, with free entry for children under 16 accompanied by a parent or guardian.
On Saturday, September 20, 21 rat sculptures will be auctioned by Gilbert Baitson Auctioneers in the Princes Quay Event Space and online. Viewing is from 11am and the auction begins at noon.

04/09/2025

Ruth Lyon to bring solo show to Pocklington Arts Centre

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ruth Lyon will bring her enchanting solo show to Pocklington Arts Centre on Friday, October 24.
Known to many as the powerhouse frontwoman of Holy Moly and the Crackers, Lyon is stepping into the solo spotlight as she explores the complexities of being human while challenging social norms and celebrating self-acceptance and empowerment.
Working with producer John Parish (PJ Harvey, Aldous Harding) she released her debut album Poems and Non-Fiction earlier this year, combining analogue textures with angular indie-folk sensibilities and drawing inspiration from Adrienne Lenker, Fiona Apple, and Moondog.
She was named one of the UK’s 100 most influential disabled people in the Power 100 list and has graced stages at SXSW, The Great Escape, Glastonbury, and even New York City Hall, where she was honoured with the prestigious Danny Award.
Receiving praise from all corners of UK music press and radio, she has been championed as a “Future Artist” by BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, and spotlighted by CLASH Magazine, Consequence, and Secret Meeting, who said “Lyon is a fitting star for a city that shines brighter than most.”
Tickets for the gig are available now at pocklingtonartscentre.co.uk.

04/09/2025

East Riding of Yorkshire council launches consultation on planning obligations guidance
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is inviting comments on a draft supplementary planning document (SPD) on planning obligations. The consultation will be open from Monday, September 8 until 11.59 on Monday, October 20.
Supplementary planning documents provide more detailed advice and guidance on the application of policies in a Local Plan. This draft SPD will complement the policies in the East Riding Local Plan Update, which was adopted in April 2025.
The draft planning obligations SPD will provide guidance for applicants and decision makers on the contributions that may be expected from new developments, such as affordable housing, open space, education, and environmental mitigation. It also sets out how these contributions will be collected.
The draft SPD, online survey, and accompanying documents are available to view online at www.eastriding.gov.uk/spd from Monday, September 8.
Paper copies of the consultation document are available to view at the Haltemprice, Beverley, Bridlington Central, Driffield, and Goole libraries during normal opening hours, throughout the consultation period. The documents can be viewed online at all other East Riding libraries.
Residents can respond to the consultation by completing the online survey form available at www.eastriding.gov.uk/spd, or by completing the downloadable response form and returning it to [email protected].
They can also send it to Forward Planning, Room AS67, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, County Hall, Cross Street, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 9BA.
All responses to the consultation should be received by 11.59 on Monday 20 October 2025. Responses to the consultation will be made publicly available to view on the council’s website in due course after the consultation period has ended. All responses received during the consultation period will be considered in preparing the final version of the SPD.

Explains what supplementary planning documents are.