It's YORKSHIRE !!!
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This page is for Gary and Woody.
Both being from Yorkshire and so - northeners.
As we know, those from ' up north' are very different creatures to us ' southeners.'
Friendlier - Chattier - LOUDER. Not so pretentious or stuck us, as southerners tend to be.
How do you say "hi" in Yorkshire?
In Yorkshire, you say "hi" or "hello" using local greetings like
"Ey up," "Nah then," or "'Ow do."
Yorkshire Day was first celebrated on August 1, 1975, by the Yorkshire Ridings Society. However, it wasn't until 1985 that it became an official event, marked by the first 'Official Yorkshire Day Civic Celebration' in York. Celebrate Yorkshire Day in the heart of York - a city bursting with charm and Yorkshire spirit.
What are the traditions of Yorkshire Day?
In the City of York, reading the Declaration of Integrity is an important part of the celebration. It is read four times: once within the city walls and once in each of the Yorkshire Ridings which adjoin the ancient walls and are reached through three different gateways.
10 Famous Yorkshire Foods
Yorkshire puddings. - Crab. - Lamb. - Yorkshire Curd Tart.
Rhubarb. - Fat Rascal. - Asparagus. - 'Picky tea' favourites.
Yorkshire has produced many famous figures throughout history, including explorer Captain James Cook, anti-slavery politician William Wilberforce, artist David Hockney, actor Sean Bean, and comedian/travel writer Michael Palin, who was voted the greatest ever Yorkshireman in a public poll.
History and Exploration
Captain James Cook: Famous navigator and explorer from Marton.
William Wilberforce: Leader from Kingston upon Hull who helped stop the slave trade in Britain.
Guy Fawkes: Notorious conspirator from York behind the 1605 Gunpowder Plot.
Arts and Entertainment
David Hockney: Influential painter and printmaker born in Bradford.
Sir Patrick Stewart: Renowned stage and screen actor from Mirfield.
Sean Bean: Sheffield-born actor known for major film and television roles.
Brian Blessed: Boisterous actor from Mexborough famous for his booming voice.
Michael Palin: Actor, writer, and television presenter from Sheffield.
Science and Industry
Joseph Priestley: Birstall-born scientist credited with discovering oxygen.
John Smeaton: Civil engineer from Austhorpe known as the father of civil engineering
Who are the top 10 most famous people from Yorkshire?
Famous Yorkshire People
Kevin Keegan – Life, Career & Where He is Now.
Leigh Francis – Life, Career & Where He is Now.
Dame Judi Dench – Life, Career & Where She is Now.
Charlotte Brontë – Life, Career & Death.
Richard Whiteley – Life, Career & Death.
Jeremy Clarkson – Life, Career & Where He is Now.
September 11th 13th - NAKED CHILL OUT
Septeber 25th - 27th - LONELY - a weekend for the over 65's.
October 2nd - 4th - NAKED CHILL OUT - naked karoke - do you dare ?
October 9th - 11th - TANTRIC SEX FOR MAN - fully interactive and naked training.
October 23rd - 25th - BURN OUT WORKSHOP - a healing workshop for those suffering from burn out.
November 6th - 8th - NAKED CHILL OUT -
November 13th - 15th - MASSAGE WORKSHOP - Naturally naked throughout .
November 27th - 29th - CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
December 23rd - 27th - CHRISTMAS SPECIAL - The most intimate Christmas for men anywhere
December 30th - January 2nd 2026 - NAKED NEW YEAR - Party time naturally naked
Who is the most famous person from Leeds?
While fame is hard to measure, legendary Oscar-winning actor Peter O'Toole, global pop star Mel B (Scary Spice), and global football superstar Erling Haaland (born in Leeds) are widely considered among the most famous people connected to the city.
Cinema and Acting
Peter O'Toole: Iconic star of Lawrence of Arabia, born in Leeds in 1932.
Matthew Lewis: Gained worldwide fame playing Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter film series.
Malcolm McDowell: Famous lead actor of A Clockwork Orange, born in Horsforth, Leeds.
Music and Entertainment
Mel B (Melanie Brown): Rose to global superstardom as "Scary Spice" in the Spice Girls
, born in Harehills.
Ricky Wilson: Lead singer of the rock band Kaiser Chiefs, born and raised in Leeds.
Corinne Bailey Rae: Grammy-winning soul singer-songwriter famous for "Put Your Records On," born in the cit
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