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York House Leisure: Supporting Community Spirit

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At York House Leisure, giving back is more than a gesture—it’s a way of life. Over the years, the park has raised over £40,000 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance, funding life-saving work across the region. Each January, they open their doors to local pensioners for a free Christmas party, spreading joy and connection at a time of year when it’s needed most.

Perhaps the park’s proudest achievement is saving the village pub. By purchasing, renovating, and reopening it, York House Leisure preserved not just a building, but a vital hub of community life. It’s proof that holiday parks can be powerful forces for good—supporting local people, protecting cherished spaces, and nurturing community spirit all year round.

Key Achievements

York House Leisure - Saving the Village Pub

This is part of the #ParksMakePlaces campaign, celebrating how holiday parks support people, places and the planet.

 

York House Holiday Park & Abbots Green Luxury Lodges

York House Holiday Park & Abbots Green Luxury Lodges

Thirsk, North Yorkshire
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