Have a brilliant Yorkshire - Our new TV Advert
We're very excited to launch our brand new TV campaign hitting your screens all over the country from 11th April 2011. To inspire you to visit the places featured and to ensure you have a brilliant Yorkshire, check out our location list below and plan your next short break today.
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Brimham Rocks - At a height of nearly 300m, Brimham Rocks enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Set within the Nidderdale area of Natural Beautry, this fascinating moorland is filled with strange and fantastic rock formations and is rich in wildlife.
Blue Lion at East Witton - The candlelit restaurant, once described as "one of the most romantic restaurants in the whole of England," provides a stunning setting in which to enjoy a gourmet meal. It is a restaurant for all seasons, with freshly prepared food, using a wide variety of mainly Yorkshire ingredients.
Castle Howard - Magnificent 18th century house situated in breathtaking parkland, dotted with temples, lakes statues and fountains; plus formal gardens, woodland garden and ornamental vegetable garden. Seasonal displays include daffodils, rhododendrons, magnolias, azaleas, roses and delphiniums. Inside the House guides share stories of the house, family and collections, while outdoor-guided tours reveal the secrets of the architecture and landscape.
Cedar Court Grand Hotel and Spa, York - Only certain hotels can set the standard when it comes to luxury hotels in York with such understated elegance. When you step in to the elegant ambience of the Cedar Court Grand Hotel, you are immediately transported in to a tasteful fusion of historical atmosphere and modern design.
Eureka, The National Children's Museum, Halifax - Everything at Eureka! has been designed to inspire children to find out about themselves and the world around them. Exploring the different galleries, children can see their own skeleton, catch a wave, save a polar bear, build a house and even get a job at the Post Office, all in a day's play!
Horse Racing - No other region in the UK is as passionate about horse racing as Yorkshire. The county is synonymous with the sport of kings, with no fewer than nine top class courses - more than any other region in the UK - holding over 170 meetings each year and home to numerous winning stables including Middleham, Malton and Richmond.
Harvey Nichols, Leeds -The first store to be launched outside of London way back in the 90's, the four floors promise the finest in fashion, beauty, food and wine, topped with a restaurant and roof terrace offering bird's eye view of Briggate.
Leeds - A city rich in heritage, with Victorian architecture and a spirit of urban redevelopment that has transformed modern-day Leeds. Ours is a contemporary, energetic city with a thriving arts and culture scene. It's a truly world class city catering for all tastes and all budgets, there are plenty of Leeds hotels, including boutique hotels and budget accommodation all offering great value for money. Not to mention fascinating family attractions, exquisite food and a positively pulsating night life.
Rudding Park Hotel, Harrogate - sits in 300 acres of stunning parkland just 3 miles south of the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. The Grade 1 listed Regency house incorporates 21st-century comforts by fusing contemporary design with traditional elegance and offers a range of experiences to suit all tastes. Surrounded by secluded gardens and parkland with a challenging Championship 18 hole Hawtree course and six hole Repton Short Course, this beautiful hotel is a wonderful getaway for a relaxation weekend in our spa or for a family or golfing break.
Surfing at Cayton Bay, Scarborough - A quiet and unspoilt bay, with great facilities, it offers some of the county's best surfing, especially in winter and springtime, from two key surfing locations. The Point offers left handed waves that can hold a big swell and is for experienced surfers only, while the Pump House breaks at mid to low tide with fast moving waves, and will break at high tide over 4ft. The wave is fast due to the shelving nature of the shore, so you need to be able to do a quick take off. At high water, this can be a good wave for long boarding as it is nice and mellow. Watch out for the current at low water and look out for rocks in front of the Pump House.
Cayton works best on a mid to high tide and a north easterly swell, but do watch out for rocks and rip tides. This beach is suitable for intermediate and advanced surfers only. There are no lifeguards on duty at Cayton Bay. Cayton Bay Surf Shop offers free hot showers, changing room and hot drinks.
The Peace gardens are an award winning Public Square at the centre of the heart of the city developments, adjacent to the Winter Garden and within easy reach of the Millennium Galleries. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian Town Hall, spectacular fountains, water features and lawns make this an oasis for locals and visitors alike and the perfect place to take a break from exploring the delights of the city centre.
Sheffield 02Academy is a fab live music venue in the centre of Sheffield and home to club nights most days of the week. Something to suit all tastes!
Sunshine Underground - A Leeds based indie rock band, The Sunshine Underground play a variety of punk, funk and indie, featured on their debut album, Raise the Alarm, released by City Rockers on August 28, 2006.
Whitby Abbey - with its gaunt, imposing remains and recently named Britain's most romantic ruin is set high on a cliff above the Yorkshire seaside town of Whitby. Tackle the 199 steps to the top - it's worth it for the amazing view!
Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton - Few Inns can boast such an outstanding location, nestling in the picturesque village of West Witton in the heart of the Wensleydale and in the Yorkshire Dales. Untouched and unspoilt, this corner of Yorkshire offers a spectacular backdrop for the unrivalled enjoyment of fine country life including walking, trout fishing and bird watching. Enjoy fine food in beautiful surroundings followed by a cosy night sleep in one of the tastefully decorated, fully equipped bedrooms.
York Minster - There is always something to see and do at northern Europe's largest Gothic cathedral. Experience the beauty of the Quire and Chapter House. Discover history in the Undercroft, Treasury and Crypt. Climb the 275 steps of the Central Tower for the best view of York and the countryside beyond. Explore the hidden areas through tours and observe history up close at the Glass Conservation Studio at Bedern Chapel. A treasure house of 800 years of stained glass.
York Ghost Walk - Believed to be the world's first ghost walk offering a professional, artistic production without silly tricks or gimmicks. An evocative evening of intrigue and passion for the more discerning visitor. Explore the history and mystery, the folklore and legends that smoulder beneath York's ancient streets.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park - YSP is an extraordinary place that sets out to challenge, inspire, inform and delight. With four indoor galleries and 500 acres of 18th century parkland, it is an international centre for modern and contemporary art, experienced and enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. Watch a video here.
