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2 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
The greatest ever Yorkshireman, Sir Michael Palin, is set to appear in a new sitcom created, written and directed by BAFTA-winning Mackenzie Crook who is known in part for Detectorists and also his iconic character in the mock-documentary The Office. Small Prophets (working title) is set to be produced by BAFTA-winning Gill Isles (Car Share, Alma’s Not Normal), from Treasure Trove Productions and Blue House Productions.
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2 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
The team behind the Viking-themed pub in York, Valhalla, are set to open a new venue in Whitby, with a vision for something similar in spirit. Whitby Abbey, 199 steps, the pier and sandy beaches are just some of the things that the seaside town popular with thousands is known for. And, now this exciting new venue gets to add to that history. Valhalla opened in York just off the Shambles Market back in 2017 and has been a huge hit in the historic city.
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2 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
I bloomin’ love a chippy tea. And you don’t get better than Yorkshire Coast fish & chips — that’s just a fact. Time Out magazine seems to agree, naming two of Yorkshire’s finest among the top 70 fish & chip restaurants in the UK for 2025. And what’s more — they’re both located in the same seaside town that sees thousands flock to it all year round.
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3 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
As the new trailer for Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales proclaims, we’ve watched young Reuben grow up on tele from a little lad in the Dales on Ravenseat Farm to a shrewd young businessman using lessons taught by mum and dad Amanda and Clive to thrive – and we get to witness it all in the second series of his hit show.
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3 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
The UK’s biggest ticketed food festival is back for 2025, as the Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival announces its return on 18–20 July with a fresh new venue and an upgraded programme of entertainment, food, and family fun. Now under the stewardship of Staffordshire-based Cocker Hoop Creative Ltd, the festival has found a new home in Aireville Park, Skipton, right at the gateway to the Dales.
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3 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
The sunny weather is here – and it seems like it’s not going anywhere. Fingers crossed. With that in mind, it’s time to start thinking about classic British holidays by the seaside. A lovely day at the beach is the perfect way to while away the sunny days. And, this Yorkshire beach has been named in the Independent’s latest list of favourite beaches. But, what makes a the perfect beach holiday? Clear sands with plenty of space to relax, pleasant waters and recreation.
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3 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
Once hot spots on the Leeds city centre bar and restaurant scene, Angelica and Crafthouse shock closure left a hole in the cities restaurant culture. But, cities are ever evolving and when one door closes another opens and a new rooftop bar and restaurant is set to open on the rooftop of Trinity. Replacing the popular top-floor site is CrowdedHouse, a new concept by the team that brought us the irresistible Three’s A Crowd in Harrogate.
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3 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
A lover of all things Roman? Then you won’t want to miss out on the return of this York city festival that returns for 2025. You can step back in time and gain an insight into what it was like all the way back when the city brings to life its Roman past. The historic city of York is once again set to step back in time for the Eboracum Roman Festival 2025.
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4 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
Looking to head to the Yorkshire Coast for the summer sun? Then look no further as we’ve hunted down the best watering holes for a few bevvies in England’s oldest seaside town, Scarborough. We are talking proper boozers with real ales, fires and homely grub. So, don’t sleep on our guide to the best pubs in Scarborough to visit. Scarborough has the charm of a classic seaside holiday.
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4 weeks ago | 
the-yorkshireman.com | Nathan Ellis
Starring Yorkshireman Sean Bean, who, in classic Bean fashion, won’t be returning for the second series after his character was killed off early doors, the rest of the cast is set to return for the BBC drama This City Is Ours as it heads into its second series. After attracting more than six million viewers, the show has become the BBC’s most-watched new drama of the year.
