Goole Civic Society’s Heritage Award Scheme

Over the past year Goole Civic Society has been exploring new projects and methods of increasing awareness of the Society. One of the projects decided upon by the Society was to create a Heritage Awards scheme, which recognises the contribution by individuals and businesses in preserving and enhancing local heritage. 

The timing of the first awards scheme was decided so as to launch the 2013 Heritage Open Day Events in style, with a presentation ceremony in the Lowther Hotel Mural Rooms. The event itself was a success in bringing together many local dignitaries and raising awareness of the Society through articles the local paper.

The first set of awards was issued for conserving buildings which contribute to the heritage of Goole. The first certificate was awarded to the Julie Howard Partnership who, over a number of years, have renovated many of the towns historic buildings including the grade II* listed Lowther Hotel, and generously host Civic Society Meetings. 

Pat O'Neil (Vice Chairman of East Yorkshire), Julie Duckworth and Howard Duckworth.

A second award was presented to the Courtyard, for the initial restoration and continued use of a converted Victorian School into office and community space. 

Linda Thornton of the Courtyard accepting award. 

The third award was presented to a local Bridal Business who have converted a former Victorian Warehouse into a viable business and have preserved its future use. 

Sharon Inman of Bridal Oasis accepting award. 

The final award was presented to Morrison’s Supermarket. During the demolition of a former Mill site the Supermarket preserved and restored a Grade II listed Tower Mill, which forms part of the character of the town, and will eventually use the Mill as a Café. 

Representatives of Goole Morrison's store accepting award. 

All of the recipients gratefully accepted the awards and hopefully the scheme can inspire others to use local heritage as a basis for their own business.

Going forwards the Society hopes to make the event an annual feature and will look to present awards for best new designs and individuals who have contributed to conserving local culture and heritage.