Our Favourite Interviews with Yorkshire Icons So Far This Year
We’re taking a look back at some of our favourite interviews so far this year
Angela Griffith
Since her days on Coronation Street’s cobbles and in Holby City, Angela has voiced the vet in Postman Pat, played a detective in Canada and even hosted her own live daytime show. Arguably best known for her role in Waterloo Road, she reflects on her Yorkshire roots and the importance of celebrating talent, before the series returns.
Read the full interview here.
Tommy Banks
Transforming The Black Swan at Oldstead from a pub with food into one of the country’s most sought-after restaurants, as well as opening his second Michelin-starred restaurant, Roots, and writing his own cookbook, Tommy Banks understands what it takes to be successful.
Read the full interview here.
Vicki Davidson
Nurse Vicki Davidson turned to art in lockdown to inspire others and has never looked back. From the heart of North Yorkshire, she sketches and paints animals, portraits and landscapes.
Read the full interview here.
Matt Downing and Alex Wollerton
Leeds’ semi-professional footballers Matt and Alex are helping younger children and seasoned players sharpen their skills with bespoke training courses at their 2Touch Football Academy.
Read the full interview here.
Katie Ormerod
Before Katie took to the slopes at this year’s Winter Olympics we caught up with this Yorkshire hopeful to see how the 24-year-old got to where she is today.
Read the full interview here.
