Happy Yorkshire Day!

Jane Jardine, Freelance Art Director: “As an 'adopter' of this amazing county (I moved here from Canada in 2002), I have so many favourite spots! But, narrowing it down, the Turkish Baths in Harrogate are a must-see for any Yorkshire visitor! With its stunning Moorish tiled interior, the baths are particularly great in wintertime when you can lose yourself in hot, hotter, hottest rooms and emerge invigorated. Afterwards, wander down to Bettys for a pot of tea and a slice of their gorgeous lemon loaf. I also adore Brimham Rocks, the alien-like rock formations which seem to rise up out of nowhere - they’re fun and relatively easy to climb too; choose a flat one and enjoy a picnic with fab views for miles."

Zoe Milnes, Exhibitions and Events Manager: "The descent from Oughtershaw down through Deepdale is one of the most beautiful cycle rides I’ve ever been on. Surrounded by rolling hills and dry stone walls only the sound from the odd curlew or sheep breaks the peace and quiet. Eventually you meet the River Wharfe in the valley bottom and you can enjoy a sedate ride alongside the bubbling beck. The river guides you into the picturesque hamlet of Starbotton where you can enjoy a cool drink at the Fox & Hounds pub. As James Herriot said “Oughtershaw. A piece of bleakest Yorkshire, but smiling in the sunshine through its bare miles of tufted grass. The air had the sharp sweetness which is found only on the top-most Pennines.”