There's a hidden gem pub less than an hour's drive from Leeds that boasts some of the most stunning panoramic views across West Yorkshire.
Called The Winterburn, it's situated on the edge of Halifax and is about a 45-minute drive away from Leeds.
Well worth the trip, this boozer prides itself on having "one of the best panoramic views in West Yorkshire" - and they're not exaggerating.
The Winterburn overlooks the Calder and Ryburn valleys, offering stunning panoramic views of West Yorkshire in all directions / Image: The Winterburn
Located on a hillside looking down over the Ryburn and Calder Valleys, the "award-winning" Thwaites country pub has gorgeous views in all directions with a large beer garden overlooking the valleys.
It also boasts a great selection of cask ales and a proper pub kitchen serving up tasty homecooked food, with a newly revamped menu that looks absolutely divine.
A Sunday roast here is a must here - but all the menus look incredible / Image: The Winterburn
Dishes range from English pub classics like Sunday roasts, fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches stuffed with favourites like brie, bacon and cranberry; to plates from around the world that include Asian, Italian and Tex Mex favourites.
From 10" thin crust flatbread pizzas and truffled polenta chips to beef chilli open enchiladas and onion bhaji and mango sandwiches, there's really something for everyone here.
The pub's restaurant even has its own dedicated vegan menu with some decent options, including s crispy battered banana blossom 'fish' and chips, crispy mushroom bao, beyond meat burger and homemade vegetable curry.
Some of the new dishes available on The Winterburn's menu / Image: The Winterburn
The Winterburn also works with a great fish supplier and often puts on seafood specials for special occasions, recently creating a gorgeous platter of langoustines, crab and prawns for Mother’s Day.
The restaurant has a high 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor, with one recent reviewer commenting: "Incredible is all I can say, the food, the staff and the views."
Views form inside the pub overlooking West Yorkshire / Image: The WInterburn
They went on to describe it "hidden gem in the West Riding of Gods own County," before adding: "on a rainy Friday, having spent a staycation in Harrogate we wanted a perfect end to a perfect week."
Another recent review reads: "the views are stunning. The food was lovely. ( Prawn linguine, fish pie and fish and chips). Staff cant do enough for you.
"We were waiting for a while for some of our party but it wasn't a problem at all and we were told no need to rush from the table.
"Also was served a surprise "Birthday Dessert" after the meal which was so lovely.
"Will definitely visit again."
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park shares major update after man killed in tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has shared an update this afternoon, after a man died in a horrifying tiger attack at the zoo yesterday.
The wildlife park, which remains closed today, has informed customers of the future of the tiger involved, Altai.
Emergency services rushed to the park near Doncaster at around 1.30pm on Saturday, after reports of a man climbing into the tiger enclosure.
Tragically, the man involved in the tiger attack lost his life.
The zoo has said that its 'thoughts and heartfelt sympathies' remain with the man's family and loved ones.
They also said that its staff team have been left 'deeply affected' by the tiger attack and will be receiving specialist support.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has now shared that Altai, the male tiger in question, is 'safe and well' and will not be euthanised as a result of the incident.
In a statement, they said: "We would like to thank everyone who has expressed their concern following yesterday's tragic incident.
"Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies remain with the family and loved ones of the man who sadly lost his life.
"The park will be closed today while the staff team who were deeply affected by events receive specialist support.
"Many, many people have contacted us about Altai, the tiger. We can reassure everyone that he is safe and well and will not be euthanised as a result of this incident."
Leeds City Council confirms plans to repair historic Lower Kirkgate with work set to begin this month
Clementine Hall
Leeds City Council has confirmed that work to stabilise buildings on Lower Kirkgate is set to begin later this month, with repairs expected to take around 20 weeks to complete.
Back in 2024, Lower Kirkgate in Leeds city centre was closed following the partial collapse of a building, leaving one of the city's oldest streets inaccessible.
Since then, the street has remained closed while plans were developed to address the structural issues affecting the buildings.
Now, almost two years after the initial incident, the council has confirmed that a contractor has been appointed to carry out the work.
The buildings are privately owned, but Leeds City Council says it will step in to carry out the stabilisation work to prevent further deterioration and protect the historic properties.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
A spokesperson for Leeds City Council said: “We are pleased that, following months of careful planning and preparation, we are now in a position to begin stabilising these privately owned buildings.
“A contract has been awarded for the work, which is scheduled to get under way later this month and is expected to take around 20 weeks to complete.
“It should be stressed that the situation on Lower Kirkgate is not of the council's making, with the owners of the buildings allowing their condition to deteriorate over many years and then failing to take the necessary steps to address the resultant structural issues.
“By stepping in and carrying out this work itself, the council will be able to arrest the deterioration of important heritage assets on one of Leeds’s oldest streets. As always, we thank the local community for their continued patience and support.”
Further details about the work, including when the street may be able to reopen, have not yet been confirmed.
Georgina Pellant -
10th August 2021 
