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Christian Pollock beating his opposite number under the noses of the Pocklington coaches and replacements before galloping 80 yards for the winning try at Wath. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC claim dramatic late victory at Wath

Crews were kept busy on Thursday October 22. Image: North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Road traffic collision and fires keep Yorkshire coast firefighters busy

Kym Russell crossed after just two minutes to get Pocklington's seven touchdown try-fest underway at Cleckheaton. Photo by David Wilkinson

Flying start sets up Pocklington RUFC’s 51-35 win at Cleckheaton

George Bennett-Teare capped his impressive Pocklington debut with a try on Saturday. Photo by David Wilkinson

Pocklington RUFC suffer opening-day defeat at home to Brodleians

Back-row Archie Wilcock, Pocklington's youngest captain for many years, should lead out a much more representative line-up against Brods. Photo by David Wilkinson

New-look Pocklington RUFC set for Brodleians starter

The roadshow will take place at Bridlington Spa, on Monday, September 28.

Local concerns invited to business roadshow at Bridlington Spa

Kevin Sinfield (second right) and his team during last year's challenge

Kevin Sinfield’s final 7 in 7 Challenge will visit East Yorkshire

Battle Flatts Vets has launched a pet healthcare plan. Photo: Nico Russell

Practice’s plans to end veterinary consultation bills stress

There will be stroll along the King Charles III Coast Path circular walk from North Landing at Flamborough on Sunday, September 13

Check out this year’s Walking East Yorkshire Festival list of events in Brid

Pocklington CC’s Neal Jackson got 113 for England O60s v Wales on Thursday to earn inclusion in England’s World Cup squad in August in Canada. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington’s Neal Jackson earns spot in England Over-60s World Cup squad

The Hackness and Scarborough Tennis Club Men's A team surged to a 7-2 home win against Bridlington. Photo by Mark White

Mixed fortunes for Hackness and Scarborough TC against Pocklington rivals
All three Hackness and Scarborough Tennis Club Mixed teams faced Pocklington opposition last week in the Driffield and District Tennis League.
Mark White

Malton, Norton and District Hospital will be closed on Wednesday July 9 following a fire

Malton Hospital remains temporarily closed following fire

The motion highlights growing concerns over solar farms in the area.

Council backs call for fairer rules on solar farm plans

The Hackness & Scarborough Tennis Club Mixed A team claimed an excellent 6-3 win at Pocklington in Division Three of the Driffield Tennis League. Photo by Mark White

Hackness and Scarborough TC Mixed A aces earn superb win at Pocklington

Louise Tomlinson, left, had a great week, as she earned wins in overall victories for Scalby Mixed A and Scalby Ladies in the Driffield League.

Scalby Tennis Club Mixed A team sink Pocklington B in Driffield League clash

Pocklington RUFC skipper Andy Argo-Bennett (with ball) led from the front in the play-off loss at York. Photo by Andy Nelson.

Pocklington RUFC’s season ends with honourable play-off defeat at York

Kym Russell leads a Pocklington charge during the play-off win against Consett on Saturday. Photo: David Wilkinson.

Pocklington RUFC see off Consett to set up final play-off clash at York

Christian Pollock scored 24 points in Pocklington's 34-20 play-off success over Morley. Photo by Andy Nelson

Pocklington RUFC sink Morley 34-30 in promotion play-offs second leg

The prints will be available at The Acorn Gallery until Wednesday, July 15.

Special Bempton Cliffs print to raise money for the RSPB

Scorer of Pocklington's third try, Dan Elliott, heads for the line against Moortown. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Hosts Pocklington RUFC end league campaign with 24-12 win against Moortown

Mariella Rose

Tribute paid to teen who died in crash with tractor near Pocklington

Old Grovians celebrate winning the 2025 Good Friday Pock 7s. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Crowds set to flock to Cooper's Marquees Pock 7s on Good Friday

Pateley Bridge, pictured here, is one of the places you can visit on a weekend bus service from Pocklington.

DalesBus and Wolds Explorer Buses from Pocklington make a welcome return

The tulip festival at Burnby by Hall Gardens. photo: Peter Rogers

Cascade of colour as Pocklington's Burnby Hall Gardens to host tulip festival

Prop Sam Garvey on the charge for Pocklington against Bradford Salem. Picture David Wilkinson.

Pocklington RUFC grab late 20-17 win against Bradford Salem

Matty Downes battered his way over to clinch victory with Pocklington's third try at Pontefract. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC earn 22-12 victory at Pontefract

Meet the 20-year-old woman hoping to swim the Channel

Bridlington Road Runners at Snake Lane 10 Mile race.

Bridlington Road Runners race into top form at Snake Lane 10 Mile race
Sunday saw a healthy contingent of 31 Bridlington Road Runners attend the popular Snake Lane 10 mile race in Pocklington, organised by Pocklington Runners.
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Scarborough Athletic Club's team at the Snake Lane 10 on Sunday.

Harry sparkles for Scarborough Athletic Club at Snake Lane 10

Pocklington CC batsman Neal Jackson holds aloft the VCI Tournament winner's trophy.

Pocklington CC’s Neal Jackson helps England O60s win Veteran Cricket Tournament

They're off - the 2026 Snake Lane 10 gets underway. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Snake Lane 10 Mile Road Race is a smash hit

All solar panel installations are forecast to be completed by April.

Solar Carports to be installed across East Riding leisure centres

Jed Jackson beats the Wetherby defence to go in for Pocklington's first try. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC battle back for win at Wetherby

Ropeti Ropeti powered his way through the tackles to score under the posts. Photo by Andy Standing

Scarborough RUFC earn crucial win at title rivals Pocklington RUFC

Will Husband scored two tries against Brodleians. Photo by David Wilkinson.

Hosts Pocklington RUFC crush rivals Old Brods 53-14

Pocklington CC groundsman and batsman Neal Jackson has earned a place on England 60s tour of India in January and February 2026.

Pocklington CC stalwart Neal Jackson eager to star for England 60s on India tour

Fin Waldron netted for Pocklington Town 2nds in the 6-5 win at Hemingbrough United. Photo by Andy Nelson Photography

Ross hits treble as Pocklington Town 2nds win 11-goal thriller at Hemingbrough

Club President Paul Rhodes hands over the Bottomley Trophy to Pocklington captain Will Sayer on Boxing Day. PHOTO ANDY NELSON.

Pocklington RUFC and Old Pocklingtonians set for annual Boxing Day clash

Teenager Freddy Peel powers free for his second half touchdown. Photo by Andy Nelson Photography

Pocklington RUFC end 2025 with home win against Old Crossleyans

Flynn Sangwin receives the scoring pass from Matty Downes (on floor) for Pocklington's first try at Morley. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC’s late rally fails to save them from defeat at Morley

The in-form Drew Govier scored the winning try for Scarborough RUFC at Malton & Norton. Photo by Andy Standing

Scarborough RUFC earn derby win at Malton to claim top spot

Aaron Wilson in action during his 150th first XV appearance for Scarborough RUFC in the home win against Pontefract. Photo by Andy Standing

Scarborough RUFC sink Pontefract to make it three wins in a row

Pocklington lose to Bradford Salem. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC’s unbeaten record halted by Bradford Salem

Will Leah scored his first senior try for Scarborough RUFC in the 52-7 victory at Doncaster Phoenix. Photo by Andy Standing

Scarborough RUFC coast to 52-7 victory at Doncaster Phoenix

Skipper Andy Argo-Bennett leads from the front in Pocklington's big win over Pontefract. Photo by Andy Nelson.

Pocklington RUFC sink Pontefract to pull further clear at top of table
Pocklington RUFC put further daylight between them and the chasing pack as the North 2 East leaders clocked up another bonus-point win over Pontefract by 52-20.
Phil Gilbank

Pocklington World War I memorial on Market Street - Image: Google Maps

Residents encouraged to attend Acts of Remembrance in Pocklington

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Opticians to host Halloween fun day this half term

Two-try wing Flynn Sangwin sprints over for the day's first touchdown in Pocklington's victory at Scarborough.

Pocklington RUFC remain unbeaten after earning victory at Scarborough

Kahu Craig-TeRanga in action during the home loss to Pocklington. Photo by Andy Standing.

Scarborough RUFC lose at home to promotion rivals Pocklington

Rachel Searstone introduces a beautiful barn owl to a resident.

Adorable animals bring big smiles to Bridlington care home

Christian Pollock dives over in the corner to score Pocklington's second try. Photo by David Wilkinson.

Pocklington RUFC hang on for narrow home win against Selby

Freddy Peel (black scrum cap) is mobbed by his Pocklington teammates after scoring the last-minute winner at Brodleians. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Teenager Freddy Peel produces moment of magic to earn Pock late win at Brods

Reserves such as North Cliffe Wood near Market Weighton have seen limb drop and early autumn canopies to cope with the hot weather.

Report highlights plight of nature in Pocklington and Market Weighton areas

Matty Downes heading for the try line and scoring the only try of the day for Pocklington RUFC. Photo by Phil Gilbank

Pocklington RUFC work hard to earn 13-0 win at Old Crossleyans

Scarborough Ladies FC Under-9s hit top form in their opening match at Tadcaster last weekend.

Scarborough Ladies Lionesses Under-15s roar to 9-1 home opening-day win

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