10 reasons why Yorkshire is a great place to live
Thursday, 08 March 2018
by Kristian
We all know Yorkshire is nice, but what makes this Northern gem such a great place to live? Read on to find out our top ten reasons. 1) There’s evidence In a recent annual quality of life study by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), some of the highest levels of happiness and satisfaction across
- Published in Trivia
How to make a proper Yorkshire Pudding? Recipe 1
Wednesday, 07 March 2018
by Kristian
Yorkshire puddings, they’ve got that crispy bite on the outside and a cushiony softness on the inside. Whether you have gravy or a roasted dinner, Yorkshire puddings are a delight with almost everything! So without further ado let’s look into how to make a proper Yorkshire Pudding and what makes them so delicious! Ingredients
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5 Facts you didn’t know about Yorkshire
Sunday, 04 March 2018
by Kristian
1) Our economy is larger than 11 other EU countries. Worth over £11BN… Around twice that of Wales! 2) Yorkshire has won the county cricket championship more times than anyone else. 34 times in total! 3) Yorkshire’s origins date back to AD875. The founding of the Kingdom Jorvik by the Vikings. 4) Home to England’s
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Yorkshire’s home to the world’s greatest restaurant
Saturday, 03 March 2018
by Kristian
Yorkshire very own ‘The Black Swan’ at Oldstead, North Yorkshire was voted the Trip Advisor’s ‘Travellers Choice Restaurants Awards’ champion last year. Beating Raymond Blanc’s ‘Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons’ in New Milton, Oxfordshire. This was all thanks to Michelin star chef Tommy Banks and his brother James who took over the restaurant when
- Published in Local News
Castleford continues to be the focus for retail investment
Saturday, 03 March 2018
by Kristian
Plans for a new development in Castleford have been unveiled, compromising of a new shopping centre, 40-acre country park and a 10,000-seat stadium for the Castleford Tigers (Let’s be honest, they need a new one)… It boasts the biggest to open in the UK in the last 20 years! (Beat that Lancashire) Scheduled for 2021,
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