Celebrate Yorkshire Day
Yorkshire Day is approaching . We look at some ideas to join in the celebrations on and around the 1st August.Yorkshire Day (1st August) was chosen in recognition of the Battle of Minden (1759) in which British Troops plucked wild white roses (the symbol of Yorkshire) to wear en route to battle and has been celebrated every year since 1975. Yorkshire Day Festival, Harewood House, LeedsThis year, the Yorkshire Post have announced their inaugral Yorkshire Day Festival, to be staged at Harewood House in Leeds. The three day festival runs from August 1 to 3 and will include everything from local food and drink to crafts, games and children’s rides. You can taste Yorkshire’s real ales as well as visit Made in Yorkshire, which represents the region’s craftsmen and women. Live cookery demonstrations from deliciously yorkshire as well as a host of activities such as fairground rides, exhibitions from Yorkshire artists and go-karting.
 Harewood House Yorkshire Day Special Offer at 42 The Calls, LeedsIf you are looking for somewhere to stay, or fancy a night in Leeds’ finest boutique hotel, this offer from the fabulous 42 The Calls in Leeds caught our eye. In their words; |
“There is far more to Yorkshire than whippets, flat caps and pints of mild – not that we’ve got anything against these things… in fact we’re quite fond of them – but in reality, the Yorkshire of today is a hotbed of culture, exquisite scenery and thriving commerce.”
42 The Calls, Leeds
Details of the offer are below.
Special Yorkshire Break for two – now available at 42 The Calls luxury boutique hotel, deep in the heart of Leeds
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We’ve got great food, picturesque scenery , green fields, rolling dales, fresh air… and some of the most important historical relics in the world.
Not to mention outstanding shops, perfect pubs – and according to many – the tastiest beer in the country. So why not visit us and see what Yorkshire is all about? And best of all, by staying at 42 the Calls Leeds, you’ll get all the advantages of a big city – and have the thrilling expanse of Yorkshire right on your doorstep.
Offer Includes:
- Deluxe Double accommodation
- Yorkshire breakfast
- A Yorkshire White Rose
- 3 traditional Yorkshire Beers
- A flat cap
- A jar of Yorkshire Mix sweets
This offer starts at just £135 based on two sharing.
The “Yorkshire Break for Two” Special Offer at 42 The Calls in Leeds is available to book now.
To speak to 42 The Calls reservation team call: +44 (0)113 244 0099 or visit 42 The Calls online.
