A CELEBRATION unlike any other is taking place in York today (August 1).
Yorkshire Day is recognised across the county, but ceremonial matters will be centred here.
Begun in 1975 to mark boundaries of the Ridings of Yorkshire, the honour of being host for the civic occasion fell on York in 1985.
The Yorkshire Society has awarded the honour of organising its official civic celebration this year to City of York Council.
Councillor Claire Douglas, the council leader, said: “We’re delighted to be hosting Yorkshire Day here in the county's traditional capital.
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