Mother Shipton’s was opened in 1630 and is the oldest known paid tourist attraction in England. In 2020 the attraction is celebrating two achievements. As well as a 390th birthday, Mother Shipton’s is a finalist in the Visit York Tourism Awards. Mother Shipton’s is up against tough competition for Small Visitor
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YRC checks into Grantley Hall with drive installation
A Harrogate-based resin driveway company has completed a resin bound installation contract at one of the country’s newest luxury hotels and spa retreats. YRC Resin Drives of Distinction was commissioned by Grantley Hall & Spa to lay a new resin surface to its courtyard and front car park. The hotel, near Ripon,
Yorkshire hotels sector remains buoyant – Knight Frank
The UK hotel market defied expectations and saw investment volumes reach £6 billion in 2019, attracting a significant 26 per cent uplift in investment by institutional investors, according to the latest UK Hotel Capital Markets: Investment Review 2020 report by leading global property adviser Knight Frank, who have offices in
YPO to manage procurement programme for Rugby League World Cup 2021
Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has announced that procurement experts, YPO, will be an official supplier for the tournament. YPO is a leading public sector procurement organisation with over 40 years’ experience, which includes access to over 100 different procurement frameworks, and is 100 per cent publicly owned by 13
Visitor numbers up at Bradford’s restored St George’s Hall
Bradford’s recently refurbished St George’s Hall has seen a huge increase in the number of visitors since it reopened in February 2019, after a multi-million pound restoration project. A report to be discussed at Bradford Council’s Executive Committee shows that there have been around 9,000 more people through the doors of
Yorkshire fitness firm flexes muscles with Sheffield relocation
Government minister launches Yorkshire luxury lodges development
The brand-new phase of the award-winning Hollicarrs Holiday Park at Escrick, near York, has been officially opened by Nigel Adams, MP for Selby and Ainsty. Mr Adams, who is also the Government Minister for Culture, Media and Sport, cut the ribbon at the prestigious Lawley development, which comprises 42 luxury holiday
Legendary Majestic manager receives lifetime membership of The Harrogate Spa
A legendary general manager of Harrogate’s Majestic Hotel has been given lifetime membership to its new luxury £2m spa and wellbeing centre. Frank Flaherty was at the helm of the iconic town centre establishment from 1980 until his retirement 23-years later, and was instrumental in the creation of the Majestic Leisure
Leeds College of Building celebrates Leeds United Business Club partnership
Leeds College of Building has furthered its connection to the city through its partnership with the Leeds United Business Club. The long-established institution is reaching out to local supporters, as well as a national audience, through its football sponsorship, appearing throughout every Leeds United home game at Elland Road. Founded in 1960,
Alchemy Media flexes media muscles for Village Hotel Club
Leisure firm Village Hotel Club has appointed Alchemy Media to promote the imminent launch of its 31st hotel with leisure and fitness club, following successful collaborations across their portfolio of 30 sites throughout the UK. Village Hotel Basingstoke is scheduled to open in February, with the fitness & wellness club opening