Plan a trip to Yorkshire And The Humber

Yorkshire and Humber are regions located in North East England, bordering The Pennines aka The Pennine Chain and/or The Pennine Hills, referred to quite often as “the backbone of England”, as they stretch to the west and the North Sea to the east.

Once the center of Viking rule in the British Isles known as the Danelaw (9th century), Yorkshire and The Humber is the largest region in England, nicknamed "God's Own Country" by its people. The rural area of The Yorkshire Dales National Park stretches over thousands of miles over hills and mountains, rivers, moors and is dotted with small villages and farms. Yorkshire Dales was once home to the Bronte Sisters and their books were inspired by the scenery. 

Some of the biggest cities of the region are Sheffield, Leeds, York and Doncaster. The jewel of the region without a doubt is the city of York in North Yorkshire situated where the Ouse River and River Foss meet. Derived from the Norse name Jorvik, the city is still surrounded by the York City Walls aka the Bar Walls and a walk along these ancient walls is a must for every visitor. The city historic center maintains the atmosphere of a small medieval town especially when strolling along The Shambles, which was once a slaughter place and meat market and today a preserved medieval cobblestone street with many timber-framed houses dating from the 14th century.

Dominating the city skyline is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, the Gothic 13th century York Minster. Beautiful medieval stained-glass windows and two bell towers that are still in use draws many tourists and locals alike to this magnificent cathedral. The fact that the city center of York is home to more than 100 pubs (101 to be exact) many of which have been operating for hundreds of years, is definitely an added drawing card!