From Hospital to Hotel – Middleton’s York

From Hospital to Hotel – Middleton’s York

Almshouses are places of charitable support for the poor, the sick, widows and strangers. Nationwide, in the 21st century, there are 2,600 functioning Almshouses in the UK, supporting around 36,000 elderly people on low incomes. Here in York, we have the first purpose...
‘Bradford Live’ – opening 2024

‘Bradford Live’ – opening 2024

Time was when everyone flocked to Bradford for entertainment, including the people of Leeds – however unbelievable to imagine now!  After a long hiatus, Bradford is set to regain some of that former glory, thanks to the sterling efforts of Bradfordians and those...
Yorkshire’s other literary village

Yorkshire’s other literary village

We all know of Haworth and the famous Bronte Sister’s, with their tales of love and hardship in the 19th century, but there is another place in Yorkshire associated with three literary giants who put North Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Dales on the map…Ampleforth....
York on a Plate

York on a Plate

York is an ancient city dating back to AD 71 when the Romans landed, so we are surrounded by history and thankfully our visitors to York can get a good sense of its past when strolling around the streets. Join me as we discover a city where we can walk through history...