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5 Great Yorkshire estate Villages

Thursday, 19 November 2020 by Jonathan
An estate village is a settlement which is part of a larger tract of land, which is owned by an individual wealthy family, often through several generations. Once commonplace throughout Yorkshire, these villages have since dwindled to only a few which still remain to this day.  1. Londesborough In the heart of the East Riding and at the
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5 Lost Sports Stadia in Yorkshire

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 by Jonathan
They were once cathedrals of sporting entertainment, but are now lost and forgotten. Here are 5 Yorkshire sporting venues which have long since seen their last goal, run, or try. 1. Park Avenue- Bradford The Park Avenue stadium in Bradford was opened in 1880 as a multi-sport venue, boasting both a football and cricket pitch adjacent
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5 Yorkshire Myths and Legends

Wednesday, 28 October 2020 by Jonathan
by Jonathan Rudd There’s a lot of mysterious going’s on in Yorkshire! From werewolves near the coast to fairies down the bottom of the garden, our great county has many a strange tale to tell! 1. The Wold Newton Triangle The mysterious Wold Newton triangle is an area of special paranormal interest, from Bridlington in the South, to
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A Portrait of Kirkstall Abbey and Its Changing Landscape

Friday, 23 October 2020 by Jonathan
by Jonathan Rudd Background of the Painting Thomas Girtin was an artist from London, who during his tragically short life produced an amazing body of work. As a teenager he became friends with JMW Turner and they inspired each other to master the art of water colour. Girtin had already painted several other structures, including Guisborough
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Yorkshire Folk Part 10 – Ernie Wise

Thursday, 15 October 2020 by Jonathan
Ernie Wise was a famous Yorkshire comedian, who formed one half of the best known double acts to ever grace British television. Along with his on-stage partner, Eric Morecambe he became a national institution with the Morecambe and Wise show, which ran from 1968 to 1983. Throughout this period their Christmas specials became essential peak
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5 Lost Villages of Yorkshire – Part 2

Wednesday, 07 October 2020 by Jonathan
1. Rowley Lying in the middle of the East Yorkshire countryside between Beverley and Hull was the lost village of Rowley. All that remains nowadays is the church and manor house, which is nowadays a hotel. The story of Rowley and its desertion starts in 1621 when Reverend Ezekiel Rogers became the Vicar at the
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5 Great Yorkshire Duck Ponds

Thursday, 01 October 2020 by Jonathan
Have you ever wondered why there are so many duck ponds in Yorkshire and where they all came from? Duck Ponds date back to Anglo-Saxon Times and for many centuries provided a water supply for the residents of a town or village. Duck ponds are more common in East Yorkshire settlements, especially around the Wolds
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5 Great Yorkshire Foods

Thursday, 10 September 2020 by Jonathan
Yorkshire is home to some fine food which have its origins in the county. Here are 5 great delicacies which are enough to make your mouth water! Yum Yum! 1. Parkin The origin of this classic local sweet treat derives from the time of the Industrial Revolution and is traditionally eaten on Bonfire Night. Originally
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In Search of Yorkshire’s Oldest Pub

Friday, 04 September 2020 by Jonathan
Written by Jonathan Rudd Yorkshire is full of historic pubs with many a tale to tell down the centuries and some great pints of ale to be consumed as well. Many have seen monarchs come and go, World Wars, Civil Wars, through the Industrial Revolution and the development of the modern age. So join us
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5 Things You Never Knew Were in Yorkshire

Monday, 24 August 2020 by Jonathan
1. The longest station platform seat in the world Travellers at Scarborough station Platform 1 have the honour of sitting on the longest platform seat in the world. Measuring 139 metres long, the it can sit up to 228 passengers. Scarborough station opened in 1845, with the current Platform 1 added in 1883. It is
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