Patong's Yorkshire Inn is located in the Kathu district of the country, just minutes from the beach and a must-visit for golfers.
It’s no news that a lot of English people’s idea of “far away” is Southeast Asia, both spatially and culturally. If you’re a green wanderlust type, hungry for seeing (and tasting) things done in unique and mind-altering ways, your knee-jerk solution would likely be somewhere along the lines of Thailand.
Imagine then, if you travelled all that way, ready to be overwhelmed by a mesh of amazing smells and sights, only to hop out of a taxi at a Yorkshire themed hotel.
“But, but…” you stammer. “I came here to escape home.”
And a fella called Somsak saunters out from the foyer and says, “Ah, it’ll be reyt lad! Get yoursen inside.”
Image: Patong's Yorkshire Inn.
Well, that could actually happen.
Patong’s Yorkshire Inn is dead popular, I tell thee. Based in the Kathu district of the country, the hotel is just minutes from the beach and a must-visit for golfers.
Their description reads: “The Yorkshire Hotel is in the heart of Patong, minutes from the beach, seconds from the night-life and opposite one of the largest shopping and entertainment complexes in Asia — the amazing ‘Jungceylon’.
“While we respect your privacy, lone travellers will find that the friendly atmosphere in our award winning restaurant, bar & sports pub means you won’t be alone for long. If you want to make new friends, it’s a hive of activity.
“The Yorkshire Hotel Leisure Centre means when you stay with us you can use our five star sauna, steam room and swimming pool our hi-tech Cybex Gym FREE. Click here for more about the Phuket Gym.”
The hotel’s manager Neale is a keen golfer, and the hotel is “focused on all sport at all times.”
A spokesman said: “Most of our regulars are avid golfers and the hotel hosts several special tournaments each year.”
The hotel, which specialises in golf group bookings, also accommodates visitors to any of the seven courses in Phuket.
The TripAdvisor reviews are highly complimentary, with one happy customer writing: “Despite being in a busy location its still a quiet place to stay. It has a very nice exercise room included if you want to stay in shape during your stay. It also contains a sauna. The pool is great too. Yorkshire also has excellent food.
“Whether you want Thai or western food its all delicious. Good bar too. Was able to watch the College Football Championship game, the Super Bowl, and the NFL playoffs there over the years. Great service at the pool bar too. Phyu Phyu and Tuk Tuk are both very friendly waitresses who are always eager to serve. Yorkshire also has very affordable rates. Was able to book rooms for between $35 to $50 during high season.”
Overall, the hotel has 568 ‘excellent’ reviews. So, what are you waiting for? Get yourself to Patong's Yorkshire Inn this summer.
The most affordable Christmas Markets for drinking mulled wine have been revealed – and Leeds does not make the cut.
With Christmas markets across Europe preparing to welcome millions of visitors, festive fans looking to enjoy a warming cup of glühwein without breaking the bank might want to take note of the latest findings.
Festive experts at Christmas Tree World have analysed mulled wine prices at Christmas markets around the world to discover where visitors can enjoy the seasonal favourite for less.
Topping the rankings is Brussels’ Winter Wonders, where mulled wine is available for as little as £2.14 – about a third of the price of a mulled wine at the Leeds Christmas Markets.
Cologne Cathedral Christmas Markets and Strasbourg’s Christkindelsmärik share second place, with starting prices of just £2.56.
Other European favourites also feature prominently in the rankings. Budapest’s Christmas Market at the Basilica takes fourth place, with mulled wine costing £3.19, while Prague’s Old Town Square Christmas Market comes in sixth at £3.55.
Germany makes another strong appearance, with Dresden’s Striezelmarkt and Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt (which handily just launched new direct flights from Manchester) both offering mulled wine for £3.85.
Meanwhile, Vienna’s Christmas World rounds off the European entries in ninth place, with prices starting at £4.28.
For those planning a festive adventure further afield, Tokyo’s Christmas Market also makes the top five, with mulled wine costing £3.22.
However, not every destination offers such a bargain. Across the Atlantic, New York City’s Winter Village takes the title of the most expensive market in the study, with mulled wine costing a rather less festive £11.74. Chicago’s Christkindlmarket isn’t far behind, charging £8.80.
Manchester Christmas Markets start on Thursday 19 November – we’ll see how our prices stack up then.
Inside Leeds’ newest late night bar dedicated to Guinness and gaming
Clementine Hall
Get ready for plenty of craic at Leeds' brand-new bar.
If you like Guinness and you've got a competitive spirit, then we can guarantee this is the spot for you.
Introducing Love Jackie, your newest late night destination that is officially opening in Leeds next Thursday 12 November.
Opening on Leeds' bustling Merrion Street, Love Jackie has taken over a 7,000 sq ft space and promises proper prints, late nights, live music, and plenty of Irish charm.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Pouring is undeniably the holy trinity of Irish stouts - Guinness, Beamish and Murphy's.
These are also served alongside Leeds' own Kirkstall Virtuous IPA and a vast whiskey selection that celebrates the best of Ireland.
Games wise, try your hand at crazy pool, interactive darts, shuffleboard and karaoke. There will also be live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The opening comes as Merrion Street enjoys a new wave of investment and hospitality openings, helping bring new life to one of Leeds' best known night life attractions.
Matt Jones, CEO of Professionals at Play, said: “Everyone knows a Jackie. She’s the one who gets everyone together, convinces you to stay for another and makes sure there’s never a dull moment.
“We wanted to create a pub with that same personality. Somewhere with brilliant drinks, live music, plenty of games and the kind of atmosphere that makes you forget you were only popping in for one.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
“Merrion Street is coming back to life, and we’re excited to be part of its next chapter. We think Jackie will fit right in. And because Jackie’s never been one to turn up empty-handed, the first drink’s on her."
They'll be opening next Thursday just in time for the festive season, but for now you can sign up here for a pint of free Guinness. Cheers to that!
Josh Teal -
22nd August 2021 
