Famous For… at Regional Food Group for Yorkshire and Humber

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Famous For…

Wondrous countryside, great cities and warm locals are amongst just some of the things that have put Yorkshire on the map throughout history.

Famous Yorkshire Cities

Bradford – a wealth of museums and incredible architecture, it is a very multi-cultural city.

Kingston upon Hull (Hull) – situated on the banks of the rivers Hull and Humber, the city can boast of a rich history built upon fishing and shipbuilding.

Leeds – Leeds has a flourishing cultural scene, exceptional historic architecture, and is famous for its huge number shops, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Sheffield – Yorkshire’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, one of many cities said to be “built on seven hills”, and with an industrial legacy as the centre of the steel industry, which has projected its name throughout the world.

Wakefield – famous for its mystery plays and capital of the Rhubarb Triangle.

York – county town of Yorkshire, with a fascinating medieval history and a beautiful town centre and breathtaking Minster.

Not forgetting the fabulous coastal communities of Scarborough and Whitby, and the rambling rural scenery of the Peak District, North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales. Yorkshire is a prime region for outdoor activities with a fantastic natural heritage.

A Strong History in Sport

Yorkshire has a wealth of top professional sports teams to watch, and lots of outdoor (and indoor) activities to enjoy. Whether it is athletics, football, cricket, rugby league, rugby union, swimming or even skiing – we’ve got them all covered.

Who Made Yorkshire Famous?

Captain James Cook – Explorer.

Amy Johnson – Aviator.

William Wilberforce – Social campaigner who brought about the abolition of slavery.

Guy Fawkes – Gunpowder plot!

Brontë sisters – Writers.

Ted Hughes – Poet laureate, writer.

Dame Judi Dench – Actress.