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Daily Mirror
31-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
One of UK's 'prettiest towns' where 'everyone should go once in their life'
Hailed 'a breath of fresh air' by Visit North Yorkshire, Helmsley is a 'picturesque market town' with 'so much going on' that 'if you go once, you are likely to go back time and time again' Greater Manchester is home to many beautiful spots, but occasionally it's refreshing to explore a bit further afield. Whether it's summer day trips or discovering new places on longer journeys, the possibilities are limitless. However, some destinations stand out more than others, and the Yorkshire market town of Helmsley is certainly one of the top contenders. "We stumbled upon this gem during a recent visit to the nearby Yorkshire Spa Retreat. After catching a fleeting glimpse of it en route, we couldn't resist the opportunity to spend a few hours there on a sunny Saturday in July", said Manchester Evening News writer Emma Gill. READ MORE: 'I was born through rape in a war-zone - when I met my mother I saw my face in hers' Described as 'a breath of fresh air' by Visit North Yorkshire, Helmsley has previously clinched the Great British High Street Award's best market town category and is reportedly 'a place everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime'. The town offers numerous picturesque walks and cycling routes that lead you through the North York Moors National Park. It even boasts its own castle, complete with impressive stonework defences, including the striking east tower that still dominates Helmsley's skyline. "But our main aim was to leisurely browse the many shops and grab a bite to eat. With a plethora of cafes and coffee shops to choose from, we opted for an alfresco table at the charming Number Twelve tearoom, nestled under the castle in the town's Castlegate. Following a delicious breakfast - a full English, a sausage and hash brown sandwich, and drinks, all for a reasonable £28 - it was time to explore the shops. The town boasts more independent shops than chain stores, adding to its unique charm. A scenic market square, which hosts a regular market and is a favourite gathering spot for motorcyclists, branches off into several streets adorned with stone buildings and stunning floral arrangements. Hunters of Helmsley, a family-run food and drink business for 30 years, was so eye-catching that passersby, including us, were stopping to snap photos of the shop front. There are numerous noteworthy shops, ranging from the Traditional Sweet Shop to the quirky The Ginger Bear, a distinctive gift and accessory shop guarded by cute little tin men. With an abundance of bakeries and delicatessens, there's no shortage of spots to grab a sweet or savoury treat. On our way back to the car, we popped into Auntie Anne's Bakery, renowned for its speciality steak pies and attracting customers from far and wide. We treated ourselves to a selection of their sweeter offerings, including a handmade custard tart and triple chocolate shortbread. Adding a visit to the castle certainly makes for a full day out here. If you're a fan of brews, local craft brewery Helmsley Brewing Co offers beer tours. Just a stone's throw away is Beadlam Grange Farm Shop, boasting its own butchery, delicatessen, greengrocery and a two-storey bistro. It also features a dog-friendly seating area and a toddler play zone in its covered fold yard. Visit North Yorkshire describes 'picturesque Helmsley' as having 'so much going on' that 'if you go once, you are likely to go back time and time again'. I couldn't agree more."
Irish Examiner
22-04-2025
- Irish Examiner
Conor McGregor to face former sparring partner in court next month over whiskey brand deal
Controversial UFC fighter Conor McGregor is facing another High Court showdown within weeks over his Proper No Twelve Irish whiskey brand. MoGregor is due to appear in court on May 22 in a commercial row with one of his former friends and long-time sparring partner Artem Lobov. McGregor is being sued by the Russian native who claims he was promised a 5% stake in the business and that he worked for a couple of years for nothing to help set it up. McGregor and his US investor partners subsequently sold the business for more than $600m to Proximo Spirits in 2021. The fighter himself is believed to have walked away with $150m and Proximo says he no longer has shares in the company. He later offered Lobov €1m in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, which was refused. It is understood that all documents in relation to the case have been given to both sides. The case is listed to be heard between May 20-22 next. McGregor recently lost a civil case taken by Nikita Hand, who claimed he raped her in the penthouse of a Dublin hotel after a night out. McGregor denied the allegation but the jury ruled against him. He is now appealing the verdict. The jury awarded Ms Hand damages of €250,000. The ruling damaged McGregor's business interests, with a large number of brands disassociating themselves from him in the aftermath. This included his Number Twelve whiskey and he is no longer doing any publicity launches for the label. He had acted as a brand ambassador across America for the whiskey which has grown in a short period of time to number two in the market. Proximo Spirits said in a statement after the case last November: "Going forward we do not plan to use Mr McGregor's name and likeness in the marketing of the brand." In an interview with former Fox News host Tucker Carson last week, McGregor repeated his desire to run for the Aras later this year, but acknowledged his presidential bid may not get off the ground as he would need the endorsement of four local authorities, or 20 members of the Oireachtas. A legal source said: " It seems all roads for Conor are leading to the High Court again and now he will be watching his business dealings in public. We might actually find out how much money Conor is worth." Read More Conor McGregor must provide certain information about price of whiskey deal, court rules
