Woodmansey Parish Council

27/10/2026

Operation Hedgerow - King Street Park

Now the bird-nesting season is over, the annual hedge-cutting has been completed and the playground and park look great. Thank you to Richard Ellerington for completing this work.

Polite reminder, the Parish Council manages two parks in the Parish - Victoria Park and King Street - if you see any problems there, please report to the Clerk

[email protected]

27/10/2026

Following reports of cut trees and branches which have just been left on the verges and in places encroaching onto Long Lane in Woodmansey, Cllrs have reported this to highways in the hope it can be addressed quickly and avoid an accident.

25/10/2026

East Riding of Yorkshire Council
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Storm Boelo is expected to bring very strong winds and some disruption today, it could have the potential to cause damage to trees, including fallen trees and branches.

These can be reported via our website here: https://orlo.uk/itc8n
However if it is an emergency and a tree or branch is blocking a road or poses a risk to personal safety please ring (01482) 393939.

Please share, thank you

24/10/2026

Sewerby Hall and Gardens
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Just a quick reminder that from Saturday 24 October until Sunday 1 November normal admission prices apply. The Walled Gardens will also be closed today and tomorrow as we prepare for Spooky Sewerby! 👻🎃

Spooky Sewerby 24 October -0 1 November
Step into our Halloween-themed gardens if you dare... 💀🥀
Hunt down the creepy dancers on the Love Exploring AR trail📱 be wowed by spooky magic🪄 transform with ghoulish face painting😱 get hands-on with the Wildcats team in their Deep, Dark Woods craft activity🍂 and creepy zoo activities🦜

❕ Plus, join the Rusticus Wizards on a magical spell-casting adventure! 🧙✨

You can also enjoy...

🐾 Animal feeding times:
Lemurs - 2pm
Coatis - 2.15pm
Penguins - 3pm
Meet the Hoof Stock - 3.15pm

☕ Refuel with lunch, drinks and delicious cakes in the café.
🎟️ Pre-book online and save!

Family tickets and two-day tickets are also available, so you can make even more magical Halloween memories. 🎃🦇✨

Book if you dare!🎃 https://orlo.uk/Spooky_Sewerby_Nq4IE

24/10/2026

Reminder: The King’s Award for Voluntary Service Webinar - Tuesday, 27th October 2026 at 5.00pm

ER Lieutenancy

Good afternoon,

The East Riding of Yorkshire Lieutenancy is hosting a free online webinar on Tuesday, 27th October 2026 at 5.00pm to raise awareness of The King’s Award for Voluntary Service and we would be very grateful for your help in spreading the word.

The webinar is aimed at charities, voluntary organisations and community groups who would like to learn more about this prestigious award and the recognition it can bring.

Those joining us will hear from local award winners, who will share their experiences of the award and talk about the value, recognition and impact it has brought to their groups.

We would be very grateful if you could share the attached information with voluntary and community groups within your networks and contacts and also with your councillors who may find this webinar of interest.

We would also appreciate your support in promoting the webinar through your social media channels, newsletters and websites, where possible.

Anyone interested in attending can receive the webinar joining link by emailing their name and group details to:

[email protected]

Thank you for helping us reach as many voluntary and community groups across the East Riding as possible.

In the meantime, if you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

With best wishes,

Sarah

Sarah Asquith, MVO, Clerk to the Lieutenancy

23/10/2026

Woodmansey War Memorial
For anyone passing the Woodmansey War Memorial and worried about its current state, please be reassured this will all be sorted by next week and well in time for Remembrance Sunday.

The Parish Council is carrying out a number of improvements namely due to concerns over the state of the grassed area. We have arranged for the grass to be removed and decorative pebbles put down - the pebbles will be laid on a special glue to stop them from being kicked around and unfortunately the weather is currently delaying this. A planting area has been created for flowers around the memorial and two large stone urn planters are on order to replace the wooden planters which have unfortunately deteriorated

Please bear with us while the work is completed - it will be worth it in the end.

23/10/2026

The Parish Council is really pleased to be advised of this excellent improvement on Woodmansey Mile / Figham Springs from ERYC
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Woodmansey Mile/Figham Springs Beverley – Zebra Crossing

Introduction
Requests have been made to install a zebra crossing near the junction of Figham Springs and Woodmansey Mile. After a study was carried out by ERYC’s traffic and parking it was deemed appropriate to install a zebra crossing at this location. Due to the on-street parking and width of the carriageway on Woodmansey mile a build out section of the existing footway either side of Figham Springs is needed to improve visibility for pedestrians and reduce crossing time/distance.

Contractor
Works to be carried out by ERYC Street Scene Services (South).

Scheme Design
Works to include installation of tactile pavers and Stem’s to the back of the footway, dropped kerbs, footway resurfacing, edging kerbs and zebra kit (globes and lining). Zebra kit and electrical connections to be managed by ERYC street lighting team. Build outs of the existing footway which will include excavating the existing road kerb line and constructing that area with footway construction and a new kerb line.

Programme
Construction work is due to start on site Monday 9th November 2026 and expected to take 2 weeks to complete (subject to site conditions encountered). Works will be undertaken during the hours of 08:00 – 16:00.

Traffic Management
Throughout the duration of the works 3-way temporary lights will be used to manage traffic and to ensure safe working conditions for all.

Costs
Anticipated costs for the works are £42K approx.

21/10/2026

Please be aware of the arrangements for the Dunswell Remembrance Service, to take place on Sunday, 8th November 2026 at the Dunswell Memorial - see below and also on our website

https://woodmansey-pc.gov.uk/2026-remembrance-day-events-in-the-parish/

20/10/2026

Reporting Damaged Street Lights

As the dark nights approach, it is important all street lights are working... the Parish Council has received a number of reports of damaged lights - most street lighting is owned and maintained by ERYC and if you notice a street light needing repair you can report online using the link below:

https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/environment/roads-streets-traffic-and-parking/roads-pavements-and-traffic/street-lights-traffic-lights/

You will need to have details of the damaged pole - most have a number on them, but when reporting online you will be shown a map of street lights and you can choose the damaged light using this.

The Parish Council is happy to report damaged street lights, but it will need the above information if you contact us

Provides guidance on street lights traffic lights services, including eligibility, referrals, assessments and practical support options.

19/10/2026

A bit wider afield but maybe useful to know
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Dear customer,

A63 Castle Street – November overnight closures / work on Murdoch’s Connection

We’re planning essential overnight closures to complete the permanent electronic message signs on the A63 Castle Street.

The new signs will provide clearer, timely information about incidents, congestion, closures, and lane availability, helping drivers make safer decisions and supporting smoother journeys.

Overnight closures are planned eastbound and westbound:

• Monday 2 to Friday 6 November (5 nights)
• Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 November (2 nights)
• Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 November (2 nights)

Westbound closures will run from Roger Millward Roundabout to Commercial Road, including the Queen Street entry slip road. Eastbound closures will run from Daltry Street to Ferensway.

Please note city centre diversion routes will be in place for these closures. Please plan ahead, allow extra time, and follow signed diversion routes.

We’re sorry for any disruption and thank you for your patience while we complete this important work.

Work at Murdoch’s Connection footbridge

The closure will also allow for combined works at Murdoch’s Connection bridge for maintenance and repairs.

This will require closure of the bridge to pedestrians and cyclists - with diversion routes in place to the alternate crossing points on the A63 Castle Street including High St underpass.

Footpath closures eastbound and westbound adjacent to the A63 –
Monday 2 to Friday 6 November, 8pm to 6am (5 nights)
Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 November, 8pm to 6am (2 nights)

The footbridge will be closed –
Monday 16, Tuesday 17 November - 8pm - 6am (2 nights)
During this period, clearly signposted pedestrian diversion routes will be in place to maintain access to the surrounding areas.

These works will involve addressing identified defects on the structure as part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the network.

By coordinating these activities and working collaboratively we aim to complete the necessary works efficiently, reducing the need for additional closures and minimising future disruption to members of the public. Further repair works are scheduled to resume in February 2027, with every effort being made to maintain safe public accessibility throughout the process.

If you have any further queries or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact National Highways – email: [email protected] or telephone via the customer contact centre on 0300 123 5000.

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