The Big Help Out' - King's Community Celebration

Beverley Town Handbell Ringers

Beverley Town Council and Beverley Minster are working in partnership to organise an afternoon of community-spirited entertainment to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.

Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 8th May 2023, the event will be an opportunity for community groups to promote their activities and encourage new volunteers, all within the spirit of the national “Big Help Out” initiative being led by His Majesty.  There will also be performances by a range of local music groups, refreshments and the opportunity to bring and enjoy a picnic within a historic setting.

Starting at 12noon and running until 5pm, everything will take place at Beverley Minster, with the grounds surrounding the church acting as a community picnic venue for the day.  Music will take place inside the Minster and a range of voluntary groups will have stalls to promote their good work.

The planned schedule of music is as follows:

• 1:00pm to 2:30pm – East Riding Youth Orchestra and Wind Band
• 2:45pm to 3:15pm – Beverley Town Handbell Ringers
• 3:15pm to 3:45pm – Beverley Male Voice Choir
• 3:45pm to 4:15pm – Beverley Ukelele Group
• 4:15pm to 5:00pm – Beverley Church Lads’ and Girls’ Brigade (CLGB)

Beverley Town Council said: “We want this to be an occasion full of true community spirit, which all of these talented groups will bring to the event.  From long-standing local treasures like the Handbell Ringers and Male Voice Choir, through to the infectious enthusiasm of the Ukulele Group and young musicians from the Youth Orchestra and CLGB, we hope it will be a relaxed and informal afternoon, with residents and visitors able can come and go as they please.”

The team at Beverley Minster are only too happy to be working with the Town Council on this unique event.  In a statement they said: “Beverley Minster always strives to be at the heart of the community, n