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Find out the latest news and updates happening in Sherburn in Elmet below. From local community matters and news stories to articles and journalist reports, everything you need to know about the growing village of Sherburn in Elmet can be found here, all in one handy place. Our news stories are factual and completely unbiased. If you have some news you’d like us to cover, just email us and let us know via our contact page.
The Old Girls’ School Spend Their £223,210 Grant
9th November, 2017
The Friends of the Old Girls’ School based in Sherburn in Elmet, gathered to pose for a before and after photo in front of the school after receiving a grant of £223,210 from the Big Lotteries Fund. The grant comes in two parts, £95,000 to refurbish the building and a revenue grant for three years to […]
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Local Business Pecan Deluxe Raising £1Million for Cancer Centre
9th November, 2017
Sherburn based ingredient inclusions specialist Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe) Ltd, has linked up with cancer sufferer Jacqui Drake to help meet her ambitious target of raising £1million for the Yorkshire Cancer Centre, aka the Bexley Wing of St James’ Hospital in Leeds. The company has personal ties to Jacqui, a dancer and choreographer who was […]
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Up to £10,000 to be Spent on Outdoor Gym Equipment
8th November, 2017
Next Monday, the Sherburn in Elmet Parish Council Finance Committee will be meeting to discuss spending up to £10,702.80 on installing outdoor gym equipment at Eversley Park. The money comes from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) system (formally Section 106) and is funded by the likes of housing developers such as Redrow and Persimmon, that have […]
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Christmas Toy Appeal for Children
7th November, 2017
The Elmet Lions, Selby Times and Spar have teamed up this festive season to host a Christmas toy appeal for children and teens up to the age of sixteen. The collection will run from the 1st to the 30th of November 2017 and the collection point for donations will be the Spar store located in […]
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Several Job Vacancies at Sherburn Coop
6th November, 2017
There are currently 3 job vacancies being advertised for the Coop in Sherburn in Elmet. These roles are permanent, part-time vacancies, each providing 16 working hours including some late shift during the week (10 pm finish) and some weekend work. Anyone who is interested should hand in their CV and contact details to the kiosk […]
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Children’s Christmas Card Competition
3rd November, 2017
The All Saints’ Church, Sherburn in Elmet are hosting a children’s Christmas Card competition. The competition is open to ages 16 and under and full rules will be displayed on the All Saints’ Church Facebook Page. Results will be announced at the Christmas Bazaar in the Church Hall on Saturday, 25th November. The closing date […]
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Western CEF Public Forum – I Hear Talk
31st October, 2017
The Western CEF Public Forum is inviting local residents to join them for an open discussion to give an update on Community Development in Sherburn-in-Elmet. Including developments from the Old Girls School, Sherburn Library, the Community Trust, Sherburn in Elmet Craft & Food Festival & Eversley Park Centre. Join them on Tuesday 7th November 2017 at 6.30pm in […]
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Advertising Consent for New Dominos Granted
30th October, 2017
During the most recent Sherburn in Elmet Planning Committee meeting, the Sherburn Parish Council granted Dominos Pizza advertising consent for an illuminated sign and two logos to be installed on their new premises. The UK’s leading pizza group is set to take over the vacant HSBC building on 10 Low Street, Sherburn in Elmet. Dominos has […]
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Aldi’s Teenage Cancer Trust Sponsored Walk
30th October, 2017
A team of ten Aldi employees set out on a 17 mile sponsored Halloween walk from Sherburn in Elmet to York for their chosen charity, Teenage Cancer Trust on Saturday, 28th October. The Teenage Cancer Trust is a worthy cause which helps to support youths under 25 who are diagnosed with cancer in the UK. […]
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Jingle Bell Bop – Tadcaster Christmas Show
Sunday 17th December 2017
After six sell-out years, the Jingle Bell Bop returns for its 7th year to Tadcaster on Sunday, December 17th. Doors open at 1:30 pm, the show begins at 2 pm. This family-friendly Christmas Show will see Santa and his elves take you on a magical interactive journey that’s sure to get the whole family in a festive […]
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Knottingley Silver Brass Band in Concert
Saturday 18th November 2017
On Saturday 18th November, Knottingley Silver Band will be coming to Sherburn in Elmet. The concert will be starting at 7 pm at the All Saint’s Church, Sherburn in Elmet. Tickets are £10.00 and light refreshments are included. Tickets are available at the door or alternatively, you can pre-purchase them by calling 01977 682 122. […]
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The Old Girls School Historic Photo Remake
28th October, 2017
The Old Girls’ / Infant School on Kirkgate is a key part of Sherburn’s history, opening its doors way back in 1874. The school educated infants and girls until its closure in 1978 – many of whom are still living in the area today and will have fond childhood memories of this building. Over the […]
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