Welcome to Yorkshire

Congratulations to Welcome to Yorkshire on the success of their website at the TravelMole awards-well worth a look on www.yorkshire.com

Congratulations Rachel

Our daughter ,Rachel, graduated this week taking a 2:1 in History at Manchester University-we are delighted for her as we know the effort she has put in.
Back next year to do an M.A.-one day my wallet will belong to me!!

Yorkshires Finest Grows

The regions 5 Star Guest accommodation consortium-Yorkshires Finest Accommodation - continues to grow.
We have added a further 10 members since launch and hope to have 50% of eligible properties on board by the end of July.
If you are coming to Yorkshire and we are full please look at www.yorkshires-finest-accommodation for the very best quality alternatives. Also the best place to look if you want to extend your stay and visit another part of this diverse region

New Big Boys Toys

For some years Flamingoland has been the must visit park for white knuckle afficianados-this year they have a new stomach churner-120 feet high with an "S" shaped drop and roll. It is very very scary-so don't miss it

Sounds of the Sixties

Don't miss Pickering's 60s festival next weekend-12th-14th June. Lots of tribute bands and the odd original also a period motor vehicle parade.

Latest Comments from Guestbook

"Top of the range B and B. Beautiful room. Very much enjoyed our stay. Sorry it hadn't been longer."
"Exceeded all expectations-will recommend to all our friends"
"lovely engagement break-fab room and hospitality"
"simply superb.Thanks for everything"
And a note received after a stay "Many thanks for a very enjoyable stay at No.17-by far the best accommodation of our trip!!"

The Staycation does exist

After a gentle start to the year things are picking up-we are beginning to think the staycation does exist. Great to see so many returners and referrals-I guess this is what gives us confidence that 17 works for most people.