Burn's Night Success

Burn's Night, once again Burn's Night was an overwhelming success and raised £582 all the proceeds will go to The Stroke Association.   St. Helen's News, with the refurbishments almost completed it will re-open for Easter. An official reopening ceremony will take place on St. Helen's Day, Thursday 18th August at 6pm.   The Archdeacon of the East Riding and the Deanery Choir will join the celebrations.   New BBC Drama South Riding has used some of its locations from around this area.

If the familiar cry of "I'm bored!" comes your way during half term, don't listen, instead send the children to The Hut, Withernsea's adventure playground.   They'll find lots to do there which will keep them busy and entertained.   The Hut will be open daily from Monday, 21st February to Saturday, 26th February from 10am to 3pm, although they will close for lunch from 12.30 - 1pm.   Plus lots more and there's still prizes in our Monster 2010 Quiz.   Why not add your opinion.

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Editors New Year Message

Message from the editor, Happy New Year.   And wasn't the Old Year a snowy one!   Everyone seemed more than happy with the first fall of snow. One morning I went for a walk, the sky was blue, the sun was shining and the snow was deep and crunchy.   It looked so gorgeous I took some pictures of Skeffling in the snow which are now on the website.

Xmas Fayre, fortunately, this year the Xmas Fayre was held just before the worst of snow descended on us, so everyone was able to get into the Village Hall and raised £800.   Burn's Night for all of you who have been anxiously waiting for news of Burn's Night, here it is!   This year it will be on Saturday, 5th February. There's a Family Fit Challenge with a holiday for four as a prize also there's a prize in our Monster 2010 Quiz.   Why not add your opinion.

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Prime, Ultimate guide for Over 50's

Message from the editor.   The Barn Dance held on Friday, 29th October was a resounding success.   Bonfire Night was wet and miserable, but it didn't stop a record crowd from coming to enjoy Skeffling's Bonfire Night. Xmas Fayre, this year Skeffling is holding a Christmas Coffee Morning on Saturday, 27th November, at Skeffling Village Hall it starts at 11am.   PRIME, if you're over 50 this might be of interest.   The East Riding Voluntary Action Services (ERVAS) are developing a large database of activities, interest groups, social activities and support.   Eastend Newsletter, there's been a new addition to the Skeffling Website this week. As well as being able to read Skeffling News on it, you can also read the Eastend Newsletter.   You'll be able to see what's going on in Easington as well as Skeffling, and won't miss a single event.   Why not add your opinion.

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Get your Cowboy & Girl gear out

Barn Dance, there are still a few tickets left for the Barn Dance on Friday, 29th October.   This year Bonfire Night will be on 5th November!   Now there's a surprise.   If you're thinking of giving the love of your life a surprise Anniversary party have a word with Stephanie Simpson.   Plus lots more...  Why not add your opinion.

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Mike and Gaz present cheque

The evening with Cherie Lawrence was a night to remember.   As we all found out on 40s night, Cherie is a fantastic artist.   Bike Ride update, since coming home all the sponsorship money has been collected and Mike and Gaz proudly presented their cheque for £2,304 to the Stroke Ward of Hull Royal Infirmary.   Out Newton Road will be closed from 16th September for 12 days to facilitate carriageway patching and overlay/inlay works.   Plus lots more...  Why not add your opinion.

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Evening with Cherie Lawrence

An evening with Cherie Lawrence, the star of 40s Night is the main attraction this week at the Village Hall.   Theres a Summer Fun Day at the end of the month followed by the Annual Easington Bogey Race.   Skeals are looking to recruit members from Skeffling.   There is a big thank you to Colin, Jeanette and Thomas Revell for all their hard work in keeping St Helen's churchyard tidy.   Plus there are plenty of other interesting stories this month.   Why not add your opinion.

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Celebration Hog Roast

Celebration Hog Roast, Mike's Hog Roast was a tremendous success and £2362 was raised for the stroke ward at Hull Royal Infirmary.   The Pub Lads put on a great show at the Hog Roast.   It was a wonderful day at Adelaide Simpsons naming ceremony which was conducted by David Keating a Humunist Minister.   This edition is packed with news.   Why not add your opinion.

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