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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Get Baked’s viral ‘Bertha’ cake has a sister on the way – and she sounds just as cheeky
She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.
A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.
They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.
And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.
We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…
Images: Get Baked
Yes—scratch that; HELL YES!Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.
Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?
Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.
With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.
Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”
In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:
Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”
Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary
Clementine Hall
The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.
Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.
Image: Leeds Tattoo Expo
There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.
Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.
The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!
To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.
You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.
Georgina Pellant -
10th August 2021 
