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YORKSHIRE DAY

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July 20, 2020 2:33 pm CDT

YORKSHIRE DAY

August 1 is Yorkshire Day in the United Kingdom and on the National Day Calendar and we are promoting this historic county.

#YORKSHIREDAY

As England's largest county, Yorkshire is comprised of the City of York, North Yorkshire, West Riding, and East Riding. The county’s breathtaking countryside inspired many novels, including Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte and All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot. The scenery also provides the backdrop for several motion picture films.

9 Famous Facts About Yorkshire, England

  1. This place is home to the first bottle recycling bank, opening in 1977.

  2. In 1857, this English area was home to the world’s first football club.

  3. Many famous kinds of cheeses were created in here, including Wensleydale cheese.

  4. The famous abolitionist, William Wilberforce, hailed from Hull.

  5. The oldest flying airplane in Britain was built in in this town in 1912.

  6. The KitKat and Yorkie Bar candy bars are creations from this English town.

  7. Famous musicians, such as Mel B and the Kaiser Chiefs, are from here.

  8. Yorkshire pudding was created in here, with the first recorded recipe dating back to 1737.

  9. A cute little dog breed, the Yorkshire Terrier came from here.

5 Things to See

  1. York Castle Museum

  2. North Yorkshire Moors Railway

  3. York Racecourse

  4. Fountains Abbey

  5. York Art Gallery

CELEBRATE #YorkshireDay

Many people in the UK gather together in this amazing town on this special day. Events include fundraisers, concerts, parades, and other family-friendly activities. There is also a civic gathering of mayors and other civic leaders from across the county. You also don’t have to travel to England to participate in the day. Here are some fun ways to celebrate today's National Day:

  1. Read about one of the most famous battles in England. For example, the Battle of Minden, fought on August 1, 1759.

  2. Find a place serving Yorkshire pudding, or attempt to make your own.

  3. Watch one of the many movies filmed in Yorkshire, including Robin Hood Prince of Thieves and Dracula.

  4. Share your love for Yorkshire (and photos if you have them) on social media by tagging #YorkshireDay.

YORKSHIRE DAY HISTORY

The Yorkshire Ridings Society established Yorkshire Day in 1975. Originally, they established the day to protest against the reorganization of the local government. The organizers chose August 1st, commemorating the date of the Battle of Minden, fought in 1759. August 1st also marks the emancipation of slaves in the British Empire in 1834. In recent years, this day became a day to celebrate and promote the local culture.