This week, everyone has been talking about #YorkshireDay
From the stunning Yorkshire Dales, a haven for walkers and nature enthusiasts, to vibrant and historical cities like Leeds, York and Sheffield, it’s easy to see why millions visit the scenic and culturally diverse Yorkshire region every year.
In fact, according to the latest tourist figures, more British holidaymakers visit the North Yorkshire coast than any other part of the UK, outside of London.
As a Yorkshire business centre offering venues for meetings on the outskirts of Leeds, as well as picturesque (but easily motorway accessible) away day locations in Yorkshire, Carrwood Park is proud to be based in this fine region.
Here are just some of the reasons why we’re proud to be based in Yorkshire.
1. Yorkshire's sporting heritage
Yorkshire has an extremely proud sporting heritage and rightly so. From cycling and the Tour de France, to rugby, football and cricket, a diverse range of sports are closely associated with Yorkshire. Such is the county fine record for nurturing the best sporting talent, that many Olympians and other household names in sport are from Yorkshire – Jessica Ennis, Nicola Adams and Alistair Brownlee to name just three. We even came 12th in the London 2012 Olympics medal table!
And Yorkshire’s sports fans are equally as heroic, coming out onto the terraces and streets to support and cheer on our teams, come rain or shine.
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2. A Yorkshire Day to remember!
What other county has a day dedicated to it that’s as unique, memorable and well-visited as Yorkshire Day? This eagerly awaited day on Yorkshire’s bursting annual cultural events’ calendar promotes the rich and vibrant history of Yorkshire. From black puddings to flat caps, Yorkshire Day celebrates everything that gives Yorkshire its uniqueness.
This year’s Yorkshire Day took place on Monday 1st August. Celebrations and events took place throughout the region. But Halifax was chosen to lead the celebrations this year and was the official host for Yorkshire Day 2016.
Coun Ann Martin, Mayor of Calderdale, accurately summed up the essence of Yorkshire Day:
“Yorkshire people quite rightly have a lot of pride for their county, and Yorkshire Day gives everyone a chance to demonstrate this.”
3. Yorkshire Tea!
Yorkshire meeting venues like Carrwood Park understand more than most the importance of a decent brew and regular tea breaks throughout the working day. And we have to admit, Yorkshire certainly makes a superior brew!
As the Metro writes about the best-tasting tea in the world:
“If it’s not Yorkshire Tea then it’s not worth drinking.”
4. Business is booming in Yorkshire
It’s no secret that Leeds is the UK’s largest city for financial and business services outside of London. Such is Leeds prominence as a thriving business centre that it is the UK’s fastest growing city with the second largest employment levels outside London. And it’s not just Leeds that is enjoying escalating business growth. All around the county business is booming. Take the market town of Malton for example in North Yorkshire. With a growing number of businesses opting to trade in Malton, as the York Press writes, “Malton is bucking the national trend.”
5. A truly unique culture
As the zest and individuality of Yorkshire Day proves, Yorkshire is like no other in terms of culture. From Leeds Art Gallery to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Bolton Castle to Yorkshire Sculpture Park, this vast and varied county is brimming with fabulous and culturally-invigorating days out for everyone, all year round.
6. Steeped in history
As rich is Yorkshire’s culture, so is its heritage. From the Romans’ defeats to the Vikings’ invasion, Yorkshire is brimming with a long and lustrous history, one that is proudly portrayed through the many historical places to visit throughout the county, such as the Royal Armouries in Leeds and Bradford’s 12th century Bolton Abbey.
7. Fabulous food and drink
We’ve already mentioned the tea, but when it comes to Yorkshire culinary delights, there’s plenty more to get your teeth stuck into! The infamous Yorkshire pudding immediately springs to mind, alongside the many legendary ales that are brewed here in Yorkshire. Yes, if you’re a self-confessed foodie, you certainly won’t go home disappointed after spending time in Yorkshire!
8. A truly happy place to live, work, study and play
One of the biggest reasons the Carrwood Park team is proud to be based in Yorkshire is the fact our county is such a happy place to live, work, study and play. In fact, us Yorkshire folk have, in recent years, been voted the happiest people in the UK. A national survey people Mintel’s annual British lifestyles poll in 2011 found Yorkshire to be the happiest county in Britain.
“Yorkshire-dwellers’ happiness stems from the county’s abundance of open spaces,” said the Mintel survey.
Looking for a Yorkshire business centre to make your new business home? Or maybe you’re looking for Yorkshire meeting venues that showcase the best this county has to offer?
Carrwood Park on the outskirts of Leeds, is a Grade A business park, with stylish, comfortable, modern and well-facilitated office and meeting room space for hire.
If you’d like to see what Yorkshire has to offer businesses, get in touch with us today!
