Beverley - Sun Inn

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Raggytash
Date: 20 Jun 07 - 12:59 PM

My word, what a refreshing change that is.

We're blessed in Whitby to have several licensees who like the music and value the folkies, but it is rare to experience it elsewhere (and before you lot start thumping on about your folk club I KNOW there are exceptions)it really is good to see it elsewhere. May they prosper and be blessed with many children !!!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,DEB/LISA/ LANDLORDS the sun.
Date: 20 Jun 07 - 12:29 PM

THANK YOU ALL FOR A FANTASIC TIME WE HAD, OVER THE FOLK WEEKEND IT WAS GREAT, WE LOVED THE MUSIC, THE PEOPLE,IT COULD NOT HAVE GONE BETTER, THANKS TO ALL THOSE PEOPLE WHO HELPED US, AND MADE US FEEL WELCOME, YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE,THANKS , HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL SOON PLEASE POP IN ANY TIME you are all more than welcome. lisa/debs xx

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Nick
Date: 20 Jun 07 - 12:16 PM

Doesn't it make the sandwiches rather flat?

Do Health and Safety know?

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Wildboy
Date: 20 Jun 07 - 11:42 AM

Thanks to all who came to The Sun last night for the first 'Sun Songs' it was a great evening. Good to see old faces and new ones alike. Remember it's running every Tuesday from 8.30pm.

For those who don't know the pub is now run by 2 couples Graham, Lisa, Steve & Deb and they will be laying on sandwiches for us each week. It's also refreshing to have people in who enjoy the music Lisa & Deb told me they'd really enjoyed all the performers.

It's currently running in singaround format but I may look at showcasing acts some weeks (giving them a 20 min spot mid evening) but for now it's good to just let it develop then see what everyone thinks.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 04 Jun 07 - 06:48 AM

good luck Roy-would be pushng my luck to do 3 nights a week at folk club but you never know.........

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Hand-Pulled Boy
Date: 04 Jun 07 - 06:03 AM

Never had a decent pint in the Sun! Gave it another chance on Saturday night but couldn't finish the pint (Timothy Taylor Landlord at that). Went elsewhere for a better drink..............

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ossonflags
Date: 04 Jun 07 - 05:08 AM

A bit of acapulco singing sounds good.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Wildboy
Date: 03 Jun 07 - 08:44 AM

Absolutley Sir Roger, see you there!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 02 Jun 07 - 02:57 PM

Good luck with this Roy. Are there any places for old uns?

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Wildboy
Date: 02 Jun 07 - 07:00 AM

Sun Songs - starting on Tuesday 19th June and weekly thereafter we will be running an accoustic song evening at the Sun. All styles and genres welcome, we're hoping for an eclectic mix, ecouraging some of the crowd from the recent open mike nights at the Rose & Crown & Bar Fusion to join in with the folk crowd.

See ya all at the Monks on Sunday.

RW

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 29 May 07 - 02:31 PM

Yes it was very pleasant - more people than I had anticipated and it would have been better to go in the main room because of that. I always find it a bit cramped playing an instrument in the snug.

I would have stayed longer but for the "gippy tummy"

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: MG John
Date: 28 May 07 - 11:33 AM

Yes, a very enjoyable afternoon!
I would like to thank everyone who were present, and to the new management team for a memorable new start at the Sun.
J.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Pistachio
Date: 27 May 07 - 05:47 PM

It was interesting at the Sun today. Lovely 'bijou' session in the snug bar on the right. Drowned out by some happy punters at times but some great songs from Stevie (+ pal playing violin), fresh from his gig at the Tiger, Merv, Roger, Mississippi John and ET, Pip and Merry, and Alan who was persuaded to play (though only once).Fed loads of spuds and sandwiches (Yum) by our new hosts and the first chance in ages for Hissyfit to sing at a Sunday session! Thanks too to the audience, Kelvin and MG John!
Our hosts made a point of thanking us as we left. Sorry, didn't get their names.
See y'all in Monks next Sunday?
H.
PS - ref 9 May post... the pool table is still there!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,John - Tiger
Date: 25 May 07 - 06:24 AM

Thanks for all the supportive comments.

Of course you are all still welcome!!

I just felt a touch let down.

But like the true yorkshire man i'll just put the beer up by 5p to ease my pain.

Cheers


John

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ossonflags
Date: 25 May 07 - 05:52 AM

Like Carol I was one off those who voted to stay at the Tiger.

It is a shame for all parties that the "Sun" keeps changing hands and my sympathy is with the people who put their hard earned cash into such a venture..........how many have we seen in the last coupla years who were going to make a change in the "Sun"?

It is very difficult for any one in the licensed trade to make a living these days - just look around the countryside to see how many pubs are closing each week.I fear we have seen the demise of the traditional pub as we all new and loved.

I live in Hull, a big city, were I would be pushed to find five pubs that I would wish to drink in and as for folk friendly pubs and folk clubs-forget it.That is why I do most of my socialising in Beverley.

I have had great times in the Sun in the last few years, and hope to in the future, but take it from "Tiger Johns" point of view.I remember the Sunday when we moved over at ten minutes notice and he could not do enough for us.I would be a bit put out if a coupla weeks later the people I helped out moved out on me.

A few years ago I was faced with a simular situation when I moved our session from the "Sun" to the "Monks Walk", differance is, there it remained. I could and would not let Lorraine down.

As I pointed out in an earlier thread John and his staff treat us all with courtesy and enthusiasm - that goes for Jo and Graham's and Jed and Teddo's sess (cannot comment on observation on that one ,as being only a singer and not allowed,but on hearsay it sounds pretty good).The beer is always on song and people who come and have a listen just do that, not I fear as in the "Sun" were noise levals sometimes were intolerable.

We understoud that "Tiger" John had been informed about the fourth Sunday, and I hope this misunderstanding has not soured our relationship with him for the future.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST
Date: 25 May 07 - 03:16 AM

Refresh.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: MG John
Date: 24 May 07 - 03:56 AM

Why before the vote??

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST
Date: 24 May 07 - 03:55 AM

To move, back to the Sun without discussing it with probably one of the best landlords you are likley to find in Beverley, is poor form.

What will you do when the Sun goes 'belly up' again?

This guy has bent over backwards to support musicians and continues to do so. Landlords like this need respect and support.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ThreeSheds
Date: 24 May 07 - 02:51 AM

What disgraceful discouteous behaviour

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,john - tiger
Date: 23 May 07 - 07:44 PM

Obviously i have just discovered that you have taken a decision to move the 4th session to the Sun. It would of been nice to of heard this from somebody other than a contributor at our wednesday instumental session. May i also point out that I cannot ever remember having any discussion were I said i didn't mind if the 4th session went back to the sun. I wish I had known that it was a topic you were all discussing as I may not of refused a christening for 40 guests THIS COMING SUNDAY. I appreciate that it is your choice where you wish to play, however I feel very disapointed that it has been done in such a way.

The least I feel i deserved was a heads up that you were voting on this last sunday, and I would of thought someone would of called round after that session to discuss the outcome with me.

Cheers

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: oombanjo
Date: 23 May 07 - 02:54 PM

Hi Roger I will call in and see john thursday However I have had a previous discussion with him re this issue and he does not have a problem with it. also the fifth Sunday will stay in the Tiget Cheers John Y. ps I will be away old timing this week end SO 3cheers john Y or was that 3 beers ???/hour

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Carol
Date: 23 May 07 - 10:04 AM

Don't know Roger - I was one of the few who voted to stay at the Tiger - humph democracy!!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 23 May 07 - 07:00 AM

I'm told that at last Sunday's session the decision was taken to reinstate the 4th Sunday session at the Sun and take it away from the Tiger.

Is this with immediate effect and does that mean that we are at the Sun this coming Sunday?

Has anyone told John at The Tiger?

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Graham and Jo
Date: 10 May 07 - 06:56 PM

Pool table and juke box

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 10 May 07 - 11:31 AM

I totally agree about the pool table

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST
Date: 09 May 07 - 05:37 AM

Have they gor rid of the pool table yet? - that was one of the bad changes that a recent landlord made: totally out of keeping with the nature of the pub and also the loss of the room that was used by musicians

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 09 May 07 - 02:54 AM

Tonight's pie at The Tiger will be pork and rhubarb.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ThreeSheds
Date: 08 May 07 - 10:20 AM

Three cheers for Tigger

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Carol
Date: 08 May 07 - 09:57 AM

Yes very very welcome so why change?

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,J
Date: 08 May 07 - 08:42 AM

Same old story Im afraid, we have heard it all before and been bitten very badly, its a great shame though. We have been made very welcome at The Tiger

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,guest
Date: 08 May 07 - 08:11 AM

The Sun Inn has now been bought by two couples the women are sisters and they have really cleaned the place up including the toilets the beer is superb they know what they are doing and when you go in you get a really warm welcome it is worth going in for a look I have been in several times now and the place is spotless and I think the folk people should go in and have a look for themselves I know that they would be well received

S

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 28 Mar 07 - 09:16 AM

The Sun is now closed - guess we jumped just in time.

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ossonflags
Date: 27 Mar 07 - 09:59 AM

And a good afternoon was had by all, Rog.

Just to inform everyone that the first sunday session will continue to be held at the "Monks Walk" (see seperate thread)

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 04:13 PM

well, we have now terminated our connection with The Sun. Yesterday we turned up for the Sunday session to find that once again there was no beer - a vote of those present and quick phone call to the Landlord resulted in a move to The Tiger.

For the forseeable future we will be holding the 2nd and 4th Sunday sessions in The Tiger instead of The Sun.

Roger

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Graham and Jo
Date: 23 Mar 07 - 04:05 PM

Will be in Tiger tonight at the Friday session. (Lairgate, off Keldgate.)

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 23 Mar 07 - 03:41 PM

Interesting article in the Guardian newspaper today about how the big pubcos are ruining good local pubs. It is mainly about Greene King but Enterprise Inns (who own The Sun) get a mention - although their 12000 pubs are understated at 9000.

Go to www.guardian.co.uk and look for "last orders"

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 23 Mar 07 - 08:07 AM

Hi Guys, hope you don't mind but thought I'd paste this onto the 'CAT for anybody who may be interested. One of the members is a pal of mine. I'll be paying it a visit in spite of the crap beer!

"The first public airing of a new band RUBIX CUBE is tonight at The Sun Inn in Beverley

The Cube covers synth hits of the early 80s - Gary Numan/Human League/Duran Duran/Soft Cell/Depeche Mode/New Order/Pet Shop Boys etc. etc.

As this is our first gig, we could do with some moral support! If you can make it it would be great to see you!

You can find out more about the band at www.rubixcube.co.uk

Cheers! Adam the Keyboard Player (mate of Pete's)

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: oombanjo
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 03:28 PM

PS, to all there is a seperate thread started for the fringe

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: oombanjo
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 03:27 PM

You are a gent John, But then, arn't all John's ??. Cheers Oombanjo. AKA. john Y.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: GUEST,Tiger John
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 12:55 PM

Hi folks,

have just been made aware of this forum and hope that you do not mind that I have been digesting your comments regarding a possible move to my establishment. I appreciate that you have decided for the time being to stay at the Sun and I can understand why you want to support the pub and help the current landlady out. I would like to put it on record that although I would like to attract your sunday sessions to The Tiger, I bear no ill will to either yourselves or The Sun. Should you change your mind in the future my door will still be open.

regards

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Les from Hull
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 08:58 AM

Yes Rog - we have agreed that we will stick with the Sun for the time being to support the pub and hope that the beer situation will improve. My suggestion that we could go to the Tiger was made to support real ale drinkers (I'm not one) who have been having a hard time in the Sun, or so I understand. Perhaps if the landlady could could put on a 'session' real ale for the second and fourth Sunday (Black Sheep would be perfect) it would help to keep the session there.

Thanks to everyone who turned up at Maggie's Birthday Bash - it was spiffing. She had a wonderful birthday, so give yourselves the clap that you so richly deserve!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 08:49 AM

Any decision taken after I left?

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 18 Mar 07 - 06:12 AM

One proposal that has been to me is that we, initially, look at moving the "fourth Sunday" (ie second at the Sun) to the Tiger and see how it goes.

That would be next week so perhaps we could dicuss it this afternoon, if Maggies raucus birthday bash allows for quiet discussions!

R

ps Have been told that meals finish by 2.30 so that shouldn't clash.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: oombanjo
Date: 17 Mar 07 - 12:15 PM

I would support the change Roger, but we should check, that the start time of the session does not interfere with sunday lunches, that the room would support a full house without annoying the regulars, that we are not shifted from room to room, We know about that one already.chee3rs Oombanjo

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ossonflags
Date: 17 Mar 07 - 04:21 AM

If last night at "Rowley Manor" was owt to go by I think we can promise a goodun.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Les from Hull
Date: 16 Mar 07 - 04:49 PM

I'm sure that Maggie and I will support the Sunday session whenever we can and wherever it is. I agree that it's a shame about the Sun, which has been welcoming in every respect under its various landpersons, but I could see how lack of proper beer might be a serious disincentive. I suppose we could go Monks, Sun, Hodgsons, Tiger keeping both pubs in for the time being, but that might be dodging the issue. The Sun has always had Guinness available so I for one have not been inconvenienced.

See you all for Maggie's Birthday Bash at Hodgsons on Sunday, following what I'm sure will be a memorable St Patrick's Night with Punch the Horse at the Dorchester!

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Graham and Jo
Date: 16 Mar 07 - 03:07 PM

We think it's a briliant pub with excellent beer. There is also a car park and easier parking around there. We can't often get to Sundays but recommend the pub.

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 16 Mar 07 - 02:45 PM

but corrected it

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: Sir Roger de Beverley
Date: 16 Mar 07 - 02:44 PM

Ted, Mick

By "active" I intended to mean those that support the sessions as players, singers listeners, whatever. I didn't want a rabid response from some troll who never darkened the doors of any Beverley establishment.

So far so good (I did type so fat so good bu corrected it)

R

Subject: RE: Beverley - Sun Inn
From: ossonflags
Date: 16 Mar 07 - 12:24 PM

Well said Rog.

The reason people come to you is that they look on you as an elder statesman......!

As you know whatever is sorted I will support any move to keep music live.


From my own and others point of view, there is a wish to continue with "Monks" I have had no constructive opposition to this.

The ambiance in the "Sun" is great and it holds many wonderful memories for me.It would be a shame to lose that.

I have been drinking and singing in the "Tiger" a few times and found it to be a friendly hospitable pub.It has a great range of well kept beers and as the landlord says "it is off the beaten track for those who like to move from pub to pub"

He does seem very "Folk friendly" and has booked "Punch The Horse" for a coupla gigs.

I do take your point about us'ns being a collective and down to all hands to decide were to spend their few bob and their time,that is as it should be.

It is also worth saying that when mentioning the activists we do not forget to include those who turn out week after week to listen to us lot sing and play. There is a few who now have the confidence to come and sing/ play who came first to just sit and listen.