Our Great Yorkshire Life (2022)

Episode Overview

This week, Rob and Dave Nicholson explore the world’s oldest sweet shop, eager to learn about a renowned Yorkshire treat: the Yorkshire Mixture, a beloved assortment of traditional boiled sweets that has delighted people for nearly 200 years. Meanwhile, at Eden Camp, a WWII military museum near Malton, 24-year-old Summer O'Brien is putting the finishing touches on a unique exhibition that highlights the significant impact the camp had on post-war Yorkshire. Just outside York, architect Stephen Potts discusses his role in restoring the iconic Holgate Windmill, now the oldest fully operational windmill in the nation. Additionally, artist and potter Steve Booton is facing challenges as he collaborates with his daughter Janna on an ambitious exhibition featuring the finest works from 54 potters across the country.