King John visited Scarborough several times and developed it, as with Knaresborough, as a major royal castle to control YorkshireKing John visited Scarborough several times and developed it, as with Knaresborough, as a major royal castle to control Yorkshire
King John visited Scarborough several times and developed it, as with Knaresborough, as a major royal castle to control Yorkshire

In pictures: Yorkshire's right royal connections

Soon we will be hanging out the bunting, waving flags and congratulating the Queen on 70 glorious years on the throne. Brits will enjoy an extra bank holiday in honour of her Platinum Jubilee, the bank holiday running from Thursday, June 2 to Sunday, June 5.

Our county can celebrate some right royal links, Queen Elizabeth II herself having visited all four corners of Yorkshire.

Here are among top majestic moments across our area...

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