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Find Inspiration with this array of articles about the many travel experiences available across Yorkshire, a large region featuring three national parks, and home to over 5.8 million people in the North of England.

Yorkshire includes 9 cities (10 when Doncaster gets new city status in November 2022) and has so much to offer visitors from the UK and overseas.

The Friar’s Head at Akebar Reopened Saturday 25th March 2023

March 26, 2023March 25, 2023

The Friar’s Head at Akebar reopened to the public on Saturday 25th March 2023, with a full menu available to patrons …

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Harry Brook Announced as Brand Ambassador for Yorkshire.com

March 25, 2023March 23, 2023

Yorkshire.com is pleased to announce international cricketer Harry Brook as Brand Ambassador, ahead of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament. …

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Tags: Cricket, India

World Poetry Day in Yorkshire

March 21, 2023

Celebrate World Poetry Day in Yorkshire by reading a Yorkshire author or visiting a historic library in Yorkshire such as the …

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Big ticket events in Yorkshire in 2023

March 20, 2023March 20, 2023

The big names are all coming to Yorkshire this year – don’t miss out! Jurassic Live! Snoop Dogg Hospitality tickets are …

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Red Nose Day Jokes for Yorkshire

March 17, 2023

Friday 17th March 2023 is Red Nose Day in the UK where schools, community groups & businesses raise money for Comic …

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Tags: Charity, Comic Relief, Red Nose Day

Easter egg giveaway: sponsored by Home Emergency Assist

March 25, 2023March 15, 2023

Get a chance to win a Cadbury Family Easter Egg Selection, thanks to Home Emergency Assist. Ends Tuesday. About Home Emergency …

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Categories Competitions, Features Tags Easter, Easter eggs 2 Comments
Tags: Easter, Easter eggs

Book Giveaway: A pen dipped in poison by J.M. Hall

March 20, 2023March 14, 2023

Get a chance to win a novel based in Yorkshire – ends Monday. About A Pen Dipped in Poison “Curious white …

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Categories Competitions, Features Tags Books 1 Comment
Tags: Books

Easter egg giveaway: sponsored by Direct Gap

March 20, 2023March 13, 2023

Get a chance to win a Cadbury Family Easter Egg Selection, thanks to Direct Gap. Ends Monday. About Direct Gap Direct …

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Tags: Easter, Easter eggs

Yorkshire-based gifts for Mother’s Day

March 10, 2023

All of the products below are from Yorkshire retailers: Nearly new cashmere Nearly New Cashmere Co. restores and recycles discarded 100% …

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Tags: Chocolate, mother's day

Easter Giveaway: Simnel Cake from Meg Rivers

March 17, 2023March 10, 2023

Get a chance to win a Meg Rivers Simnel Cake delivered to your home. Meg Rivers Award Winning Simnel Cake Rated …

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Tags: Cake, Easter, Simnel

Dan Skinner takes a Yorkshire quiz

March 10, 2023March 10, 2023

Actor Dan Skinner is performing in the Walworth Farce at Southwark Playhouse Elephant until 18th March 2023. He took time out …

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Tags: Comedy, Quiz, Rhubarb, Stage

Cold weather activities in Yorkshire

March 10, 2023March 8, 2023

There’s plenty to do when it’s chilly in the North of England. Check out these snow-day activities available in Yorkshire: Shopping …

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Tags: Cold, Ice, Sledging, Snow, Warm

International Women’s Day in Yorkshire

March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

Celebrate IWD in Yorkshire on Wednesday 8th March 2023 with the following events and resources: International Women’s Day Events in Yorkshire …

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Chocolate workshops for Easter

March 6, 2023

Get together with your friends and family this Easter to take part in a chocolate-making workshop. Chocolate Workshops in York As …

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Yorkshire namesakes

March 5, 2023

It’s Namesake Day and in Yorkshire there are lots of places named after famous people and other towns, or which gave …

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Tags: Domesday Book, Roman, Saxon

March forth on March the 4th!

March 4, 2023

It’s the perfect day to take a walk in Yorkshire, Spring is all around and hundreds of miles of national trails …

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Tags: Countryside, walk, walking

World Book Day in Yorkshire

March 9, 2023February 27, 2023

World Book Day is on Thursday 2nd March 2023. Want some Yorkshire inspiration for your celebrations? Look no further… Books featuring …

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Categories Features Tags Books, Brontë, Charles Dickens, DCI Banks, George Orwell, Peter Robinson, Susan Hill 2 Comments
Tags: Books, Brontë, Charles Dickens, DCI Banks, George Orwell, Peter Robinson, Susan Hill

Easter holidays in Yorkshire

March 25, 2023February 24, 2023

There’s still time to book for the first big holiday of the year! Look at where to stay, what to see …

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Tags: activities, Easter, Holidays

Mother’s Day in Yorkshire

March 9, 2023February 22, 2023

Mother’s Day 2023 falls on Sunday 19th March in the UK. Check out these delightful experiences for mums in Yorkshire (some …

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Peter Kay is coming to Yorkshire

February 22, 2023February 20, 2023

Garlic bread? Bolton comedian Peter Kay is coming to Yorkshire as part of a huge 115 date UK tour – his …

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Places for pancakes in Yorkshire

February 21, 2023February 20, 2023

Tuesday 21st February 2023 is Pancake Day and businesses all over Yorkshire will be celebrating by serving up stacks. Here are …

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Tags: pancake day, Shrove Tuesday

Things to do this half term in Yorkshire

February 17, 2023

School have different February half terms, but for those enjoying a sojourn on 20th-24th February 2023, here are some great days …

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Secret Life of the Forest features Dalby Forest in Yorkshire

February 15, 2023

Dalby, Cropton and Langdale forests in North Yorkshire will be showcased in an eight-part television series on Channel 5 allowing viewers …

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Categories Filmed in Yorkshire Tags Forest 1 Comment
Tags: Forest

BBC police drama “Better” features Leeds

February 16, 2023February 13, 2023

Leeds has been playing host to BAFTA-nominated Leila Farzad and Andrew Buchan for filming of Better, a brand-new thriller now available …

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Tags: BBC, Filming, TV

Top things to do in Harrogate

February 17, 2023February 7, 2023

Harrogate is home to lots of great attractions, but the top things to do if you’re on a tight schedule are …

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Categories Features, Days Out Tags afternoon tea, Spa Leave a comment
Tags: afternoon tea, Spa

“Stunning views everywhere you look” – Halifax drone operator on filming Happy Valley 3

February 5, 2023February 5, 2023

Phil Fearnley works for Halo Vue Aerial Filming and has worked on Gentleman Jack as well as the hugely popular third …

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Categories Features, Filmed in Yorkshire Tags Brontë, Calderdale, Halifax, Happy Valley 1 Comment
Tags: Brontë, Calderdale, Halifax, Happy Valley

Tom Houghton: Absolute Shambles is coming (back) to Yorkshire

February 4, 2023February 4, 2023

After an incredible sold out debut tour Tom Houghton has announced his second UK tour, Absolute Shambles. The comedian and Tik …

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Tags: Comedy

Take the Happy Valley Coach Tour

February 17, 2023February 3, 2023

Just Go! Holidays are offering a special five-day break celebrating the iconic BBC One series, Happy Valley, as well as the …

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Categories Features, Filmed in Yorkshire Tags Brontë, Happy Valley 2 Comments
Tags: Brontë, Happy Valley

Tourist question: B&B in Harrogate, Knareborough or Ripon

February 3, 2023

Question: “I have 2 readers seeking Bed and Breakfast places in the area; they are looking for two rooms: one double …

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World Wetland Day 2023 in Yorkshire

February 2, 2023

It’s a special day to celebrate the precious ecological benefit that wetlands bring to the world. Thursday 2nd February 2023 is …

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Tags: Habitat, nature, Wetlands

Where Happy Valley is filmed in Yorkshire – locations, venues and studios

February 5, 2023February 1, 2023

The BBC One series Happy Valley follows veteran police officer Catherine Cawood (Sarah Lancashire) as she deals with the lifelong fallout …

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Tags: Filming, Happy Valley, TV

Best places to see snowdrops in Yorkshire

January 30, 2023

Snowdrops bring the promise of Spring are a great cheer when spotted out and about on walks and trips through Yorkshire. …

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Tags: Snowdrops

Burns Night in Yorkshire 2023

January 23, 2023

Fancy a ceilidh or a haggis dinner to celebrate your Scottish roots this week? We find the best places to celebrate …

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Tags: Burn's Night, Haggis, Robert Burns, Scotland

Giveaway for National Love Your Pet Day: Happy Dog, Happy You by Verity Hardcastle

March 10, 2023January 20, 2023

Here at Yorkshire.com we’re celebrating pets and pet-lovers with a giveaway of the new book “Happy Dog, Happy You” by Verity …

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Categories Competitions, Features, Inspiration Tags dog-friendly, Dogs, Pets 1 Comment
Tags: dog-friendly, Dogs, Pets

Best places to propose in Yorkshire on Valentine’s Day

January 20, 2023January 19, 2023

Planning to pop the question this Valentine’s? We consider the weather & temperatures for you, ensuring the backdrops are just as …

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Categories Features, Treat Yourself Tags Engagement, Romantic, Valentine's Day 1 Comment
Tags: Engagement, Romantic, Valentine's Day

Romantic getaways in Yorkshire for Valentine’s Day 2023

January 20, 2023January 19, 2023

Book your romantic getaway this week to lock-in some special time together. There’s something for everyone from city escapes by rail …

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