Inspiration Welcome Back to Yorkshire We're delighted to welcome you back to Yorkshire. This page is filled with inspiration and tips for your visit to help you make the most out of your time in our wonderful county.
Inspiration Yorkshire Days In We're working with all your favourite places to provide a place packed full of ideas and inspiration on what you can do at home. These could be recipes to cook, books to read or even create your own science experiment!
Inspiration Food and Drink Yorkshire's famed food and drink can be found in abundance across the region's numerous markets, farm shops and restaurants. From Michelin to madras, rhubarb to real ale, Yorkshire Wensleydale to wine, Yorkshire is simply delicious!
Inspiration Heritage Bring the past to life in Yorkshire’s historic site. Yorkshire's castles and ruins hide a wealth of history along with a little mystery. Wander through magnificent World Heritage Sites or into quiet crumbling monasteries to get a sense of how lives were led hundreds of years ago.
Inspiration Family Fun Stuck for ideas? Then why not take the kids' for a day out in Yorkshire. Yorkshire is home to some fantastic places that will inspire great days out for all ages.
Inspiration Treat Yourself Whether you are looking for a spa break in Yorkshire or simply a day of indulgence, Yorkshire offers both.
Inspiration Culture Yorkshire's confident and creative spirit can be witnessed across the diverse range of art galleries, craft centres and museums. From the mighty sculptures at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, to quaint independent art galleries.
Captain Fantastic It’s fair to say that the last few months have been memorable for most in many ways, but for an incredibly inspirational chap from Keighley they’ve been quite phenomenal. Carolyn Nicoll caught up with the quick-witted and charming centenarian Captain Sir Tom Moore.
FAQs Frequently Asked Questions What is the LNER Song for Yorkshire? It is a song writing and singing competition to celebrate everything we know and love about Yorkshire. Does my song have to be or...
Angelica Cheung Living in one of the world’s most populated cities, travelling as editor-in-chief of Vogue China to the most fabulous fashion destinations across the globe (when not restricted by regulations as a result of the coronavirus crisis) … just where does Angelica Cheung head to when taking a break from catwalks and cutting edge couture?
David Atherton Yorkshire’s Great British Bake Off champ David Atherton has had a hectic year, winning the country’s much-loved, primetime baking show, experiencing life in lockdown and launching "My First Cook Book".
Business As Unusual Unprecedented times for all, but businesses are adapting and their inspirational creativity is showcased in truly wonderful ways … there’s lots to see and experience in Yorkshire.
Sept - Oct In the September - October edition of the digital This Is Y magazine, we've got interviews with the cast of Channel 5's new adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small, Captain Sir Tom Moore, David Atherton and Angelica Cheung, alongside a new quiz and many more exciting features.
Judging Process The LNER Song for Yorkshire gives you the opportunity to be seen and heard by music and media industry professionals including award-winning classical opera singer Lizzie Jones MBE, Kaiser Chiefs’ Simon Rix, Capital presenter JoJo, stage and screen star Natalie Anderson, TV presenter Luxmy Gopal, LNER Commercial Director Suzanne Donnelly and theatre producer Dan Bates.
JoJo "I’m no stranger when it comes to spotting real musical talent, with over 17 years sat behind a mic on the radio I’ve listened and interviewed some of the world’s top artists and performers. I think we all offer something special and unique from across the music and media industry and I can’t wait to bring my energy and passion to the panel.”
Luxmy Gopal "I’m so proud to be part of this initiative, Living with Covid-19 has made things very different for everyone across the world and LNER Song for Yorkshire is just what we need to bring together everyone and remind us all what makes Yorkshire such a special place to live, work, visit and study through the power of song".
Natalie Anderson "It’s such an honour to join this stellar line up of judges. Yorkshire is a hive of musical talent and I can’t wait to discover Yorkshire’s next singers and songwriters".
