When we first opened the shop we used to trade 7 days a week but after several years realised that being so close to two supermarkets the turnover on a Sunday did not justify Keith and I being involved. So we decided to close Sundays and have a day of leisure. We usually go for [...]
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Otley Farmer’s Market
Posted in Yorkshire on February 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Sport
Posted in Yorkshire on January 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
There are plenty of opportunities for sport enthusiasts in Yorkshire. Headingley is the County Cricket ground, Elland Road is the home ground of Leeds United. For the racing fan there are 9 racecourses, flat and National Hunt. My favourite courses are Thirsk and Pontefract. Malton and Middleham are major horse training centres and are well [...]
Country walks in Yorkshire
Posted in Yorkshire on January 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The Yorkshire countryside is outstanding and when Keith and I have spare time we love to go on a good walk. Yorevision is a group of volunteers who cleared rights of way, built or repaired stiles and bridges to create some beautiful walks. One of our favourites is the Roecliffe Ramble. From the village of Roecliffe [...]