As we face one of the hardest times as a nation, it’s incredible to see how we’ve come together to support one and other. From fundraising challenges and donations to heartwarming tributes, there have been so many things that have made us smile. Our hotel in York shines a light on some of the best moments of lockdown, and why we love our country and region so much.
Over 3,000 people sign up to be volunteers in York
The response to coronavirus from the local community has been truly inspiring. In York, over 3,000 people have signed up to volunteer and help those most vulnerable to get what they need, such as food and medicine deliveries. Our hotel in York would like to say a huge thank you to everyone involved!
[photo credit: York Press]
Burley Banksy creates incredible NHS tribute
Leeds artist known as the ‘Burley Banksy’ paid tribute to the NHS in his work, by transforming electrical boxes outside Leeds General Infirmary. When asked about it, Andy McVeigh [Burley Banksy] said that he wanted to do something to lift the spirits of frontline NHS workers and what better way to do that than through art.
[photo credit: Leeds Live]
Captain Tom Moore raises £27m for NHS
One of our absolute favourite stories has to be that of Yorkshire veteran, Captain Tom Moore. The 99-year old captain aimed to raise £1,000 for the NHS coronavirus appeal by doing 100 laps of his garden. However, his fundraiser went viral and he has now raised an astonishing £27m. From all of us at our York hotel, thank you, what an incredible man.
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York praised for being one of the best cities for staying home
As the Government has advised, we must all stay home and only travel if essential. According to new data, York is one of the best cities in the UK for adhering to lockdown measures. Google Community Mobility Report found that people using public transport in the city have fallen by 82%, whilst the number of people staying in residential areas has increased by 33%.
NHS receives thousands of Easter egg donations
Easter weekend saw thousands of donations to NHS staff across Yorkshire and the rest of the UK. Hull and East Yorkshire hospitals received over 20,000 Easter eggs for health workers, donated by Dee Bee Wholesale. In Leeds, a dad donated almost 2,000 eggs to Leeds hospitals to thank the NHS for saving his baby daughter’s life. Otley Food Bank also received a donation of Easter eggs from Leeds school, Prince Henry’s Grammar School.
