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Improvement project for Beverley bridge to begin in April
 An essential project to improve and strengthen the metal Weel Bridge in Beverley is due to get underway in April. The council are to invest £1m in an important scheme to upgrade the 70-year-old bridge, which carries traffic over the River Hull, between Beverley and the village of Weel.
The vital work is scheduled to start on Monday 13 April and will see the entire aluminium structure being removed for a major overhaul. Unavoidably, the removal will mean the closure of the route over the bridge for around 12 weeks, until the bridge is due to be lifted back in place in July.
The household waste recycling site at Weel, which the bridge was used to access from the Beverley direction, will also be closed for the 12-week period. During this time, you can use the nearby household waste recycling sites at Hornsea, Driffield and Humberfield at North Ferriby instead.
Help shape the future of adult social care at an in-person consultation event
 Over the past few months, the council has been gathering feedback on adult social care services through a ‘Have Your Say’ survey which gave you the chance to share your opinions and influence how services are designed and delivered.
In order to strengthen the response there will be a series of in-person consultation events. The events will take place between Monday, 23 and Friday 27 March in Beverley, Goole, Hornsea, Driffield, Withernsea, Haltemprice and Bridlington.
Road improvements in Gilberdyke started this week
 The work began on Wednesday 11 March and is scheduled to take around seven weeks to complete. The council has invested £250,000 to upgrade road surfaces in Hansard Drive, Oaklands and Willow Green in Gilberdyke. During the construction period, roads being worked on will be closed to all through traffic and diversions will be in place.
Celebrate National Tourism Week
 Taking place from Friday, 13 to Sunday, 22 March, National Tourism Week highlights the region’s vibrant visitor economy, world‑class coastline, heritage attractions, and the commitment of teams across the council who help make the East Riding one of the UK’s most welcoming destinations.
Cash boost for young entrepreneur in Bridlington
 Lillie Benson, a university graduate from the area, opened the doors to her new business in June 2025, transforming a small café premises into a new takeaway sandwich and salad bar in one of Bridlington’s most characterful locations.
Lillies Sandwich and Salad Bar, recieved support from the council's business support services team.
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The Edge: Aerial Adventure to re-open this month
The Edge: Aerial Adventure in Bridlington is set to reopen on Saturday, 28 March, kicking off another season of adrenaline‑fuelled outdoor fun on the East Yorkshire coast.
Designed for adventurers of all ages, The Edge features two exciting rope courses that provide a safe, challenging, and exhilarating experience.
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Photo Finish: A Year at Beverley Races
Until Saturday, 6 June explore the exhibition, Photo Finish: A Year at Beverley Races at Champney Treasure House.
The exhibition focuses on the work of seven regional photographers, known as The People, who recorded a year of action at Beverley Racecourse. The images capture the excitement of the crowds, the behind-the-scenes work of the stewards, vets and caterers and the stars of the show, the horses and jockeys.
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Spring into Fitness with East Riding Leisure
Until Tuesday, 31 March, you can enjoy a six month membership for the price of five, or 15 months for the price of 12, saving up to £108.
Joining East Riding Leisure will unlock access to all 10 centres, nine gyms, eight swimming pools, a full timetable of classes, sports hall activities and more. Each Spring into Fitness membership purchased comes with a free week pass to share with someone else, worth £24.
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Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Easter programme is here!
 200 activities have been announced, from pony trekking to go karting, SEND-specific water sports and hi-rope aerial adventures.
Families in receipt of benefits related free school meals or council tax support can book for free. All HAF activities are available to other families on a paid-for basis.
All bookings will be live from Monday, 16 March at 2pm. You can express your interest online.
Final chance to get £40 for completing a five hour let's talk money course
 Take control of budgeting, save money and get a £40 voucher for completing a five hour let's talk money course.
Let’s talk money is a short, funded course designed to help people take charge of their finances.
This course will help to:
- understand money-saving tips and how to ‘shop smart'
- feel confident making a household budget
- review household outgoings
- find advice for reducing household bills and support for benefits
Final dates live now 🎉
Cass Hall, Driffield
Wednesday 25 March, 10am - 3.30pm
Hessle Town Hall
Friday 27 March, 10am - 3.30pm
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