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Author’s memories of Bridlington

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:51:55 GMT

An author has penned his first collection of short stories inspired by his memories of Bridlington and the East Riding of Yorkshire.

With a song in her heart

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:39:18 GMT

This time round she was cast as Aunt Elly, one of the more senior characters. But back in 1975 the society was also staging Oklahoma, and 38 years ago soprano Pat Hughes was the leading lady.

Book review: Follow Me Down by Tanya Byrne

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:20:31 GMT

When Tanya Byrne’s debut novel Heart-Shaped Bruise was published last year, it didn’t so much break onto the scene as explode in a myriad of starry-eyed reviews.

Bridlington historic coble art exhibition

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:01:05 GMT

An exhibition which features pieces using remnants of the old Three Brothers fishing coble has opened at a Bridlington gallery.

Book review: The Second Duchess by Elizabeth Loupas

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:56:34 GMT

Elizabeth Loupas isn’t the first writer to be inspired by the marital mysteries surrounding the shadowy 16th century Duke of Ferrara... English poet Robert Browning got there first.

Story of Bridlington Priory to be told in play

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:50:35 GMT

The success of a range of craft workshops that being held as part of the Priory 900 celebrations is proving that old skills never die.

VIDEO: Kasabian tickets on sale at The Spa Bridlington

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:25:17 GMT

Fans queued outside The Spa Bridlington this morning as tickets for Kasabian’s gig went on sale at 9am.

Robin From The Hood staged by Brid children’s theatre

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:14:41 GMT

A children’s theatre company is gearing up for their forthcoming production ‘Robin From The Hood’.

Elvis Weekender hailed a hit at Brid Spa

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:07:50 GMT

Bridlington Spa’s Elvis Weekender has once again been hailed as a success after it returned to the town for its fourth year.

Book review: The Hope Factory by Lavanya Sankaran

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:48:19 GMT

Bangalore... southern India’s entrepreneurial boom city where tradition and technology, ancient cultures and industrial conglomerates, urban grime and suburban grace rub along together amidst a teeming mass of humanity.

Book review: The Weeping Girl by Håkan Nesser

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:51:05 GMT

The renowned Chief Inspector Van Veeteren might now be retired and ensconced in an antiquarian bookshop but his voice still speaks loud to his young protégé Ewa Moreno as she is drawn into a disturbing case...

Book review: Midnight in St Petersburg by Vanora Bennett

Mon, 06 May 2013 11:57:35 GMT

Anyone who says love and politics don’t mix should pick up a copy of Midnight in St Petersburg, Vanora Bennett’s classy new novel.

Bridlington Arts Festival begins May 12

Fri, 03 May 2013 13:50:07 GMT

The annual Bridlington Arts Festival will be taking place from 12 to 28 May.

Bridlington band release their first single

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:36:57 GMT

A Bridlington band are edging closer to the top after releasing their first single.

Phoenix Drama Group stages ‘Grimm’ play

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:00:26 GMT

The Phoenix Drama Group’s annual extravaganza takes place tomorrow (Friday 3 May) and Saturday at the Spotlight Theatre.

The Script gig at Brid Spa sells out in record time

Fri, 03 May 2013 09:56:56 GMT

International act The Script sold out at the Spa Bridlington in less than two hours as 3,800 tickets were snapped up in record time for their gig on Friday July 12.

Book review: Lancaster Through Time by Jon Sparks

Thu, 02 May 2013 10:51:57 GMT

With its long history dating back to a permanent Roman settlement, an imposing hilltop castle and a rich variety of architectural gems, Lancaster has much to be proud of.

Book review: Whiskey Beach by Nora Roberts

Thu, 02 May 2013 10:25:32 GMT

For over 300 years, Bluff House has loomed large over Whiskey Beach, facing the cold, turbulent Atlantic as if it was a challenge.

Book review: The Emergence of Judy Taylor by Angela Jackson

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:31:28 GMT

Judy Taylor’s domestic dilemma is one we can all recognise...

Art auction to mark Brid Priory’s 900th

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:47:23 GMT

Bridlington artists are joining the Priory 900 celebrations to auction off original artworks inspired by the church.