Shakespeare has come to York. I was really in York to find delicious food, but when Ana from Visit York told me that I could watch Shakespeare I couldn’t resist! The Rose Theatre York is a pop-up theatre that is just here for 10 weeks over the summer and is a fantastic opportunity to see […]
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Jan
Jan
I lived in Leeds for 10 years, I went to university there then stuck around after graduation. I have very fond memories of the city where I spent my student days, for its huge variety of shops, bars, restaurants and nightlife. However, it is only recently I have come to appreciate the cultural side of […]
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Nov
Nov
York has been hailed as Britain’s most beautiful city, and the place where most people want to live in the UK. It certainly is a special city – its small, but crammed full of beautiful buildings, and more boutique shops, restaurants and cafes than you can shake a stick at. History seeps from every brick, […]
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Nov
Nov
York is a beautiful historic city in Northern England, and is well worth visiting in its own right. But if you can time your visit with one of its fantastic festivals you are in for an extra treat. York has a year-round calendar of events, and with so much going on you are sure to […]
06
Nov
Nov
Afternoon tea is the quintessential British treat. Contrary to popular belief outside the UK, not all English people “take tea” in the afternoon. I don’t even drink tea myself, but I’m pretty sure that the most extravagant thing most people have with their cup of tea is a chocolate biscuit. However, when I visited York, […]
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Nov
Nov
In the heart of Yorkshire’s countryside in the north of England lies the beautiful historic city of York. A gem in Britain’s glittering crown, I have many fond memories of visiting York as a child, and was thrilled to go back and revisit this incredible city. It is a popular destination for tourists, both home-grown […]
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Sep
Sep
Every year in September, York is taken over by food and drink lovers in a 10-day long celebration of all things food related. I was invited by Visit York to come and see what is on offer at the York Food and Drink Festival, and as a die-hard foodie I couldn’t resist! About York Food […]
