Yorkshire Day

Yorkshire Day: Tea, Travel, and Terrific Places!

Join the Yorkshire Day celebrations as we raise a cuppa and explore the top spots recommended by Yorkshire locals!

On August 1st, Yorkshire Day festivities are not just limited to the UK; even the Yorkshire Society of New Zealand, founded by expats Sylvia and Ron Bird, is getting in on the action! After moving from the historic city of York to Auckland back in 1969, they've dedicated 55 years to fostering Yorkshire pride overseas. It's a beautiful fusion of old and new, where Yorkshire’s rich history finds a warm embrace in the Southern Hemisphere! And speaking of embracing things, what’s more quintessentially Yorkshire than a good cup of tea? Jet2 has teamed up with Yorkshire Tea to ensure that even passengers are included in the Yorkshire Day celebrations. As the first UK airline to serve a “proper brew” onboard, they are offering a delightful Yorkshire Tea option with pre-ordered adult meals. So whether you’re flying high or celebrating down under, nothing symbolizes Yorkshire warmth like a brew on the go! In the lead-up to Yorkshire Day, we also had a delightful survey from Yorkshire Post readers about their favourite locales in ‘God's Own County’. From the breathtaking scenery of the Yorkshire Dales to the bustling cities like Leeds and Sheffield, the votes poured in. Some locals nostalgically reminisced about weekends spent at Whitby’s sandy shores or exploring the historic ruins of Jorvik. Each suggestion brought out that ever-so-cherished Yorkshire spirit, reminding everyone that this region is not just a place, but a sense of belonging! As you sip on your tasty Yorkshire Tea while marking Yorkshire Day, why not consider a little trip to the beauty that is Yorkshire? Crack open the picnic basket and head out! And did you know that Yorkshire is home to the largest natural park in England? The Yorkshire Dales National Park covers over 680 square miles of stunning landscapes, offering plenty of hills, valleys, and quaint villages to discover. And if that doesn’t tickle your fancy, York itself boasts the world’s largest gothic cathedral, York Minster, showcasing 1,000 years of history all under one roof!