York Chocolate Festival 6 - 9th April 2012

York is well known for it's history with the confectionery and chocolate industry.  Many of York's residents have had family that once worked in the dynasties of Rowntree, Terrys and Cravens.  Today the Nestle Chocolate Factory still creates one million Kit Kats a day.

The York Chocolate Festival held over Easter weekend, boasts an exciting program of dinners, workshops, tastings, lectures and Easter Egg hunts.  Parliament Street will host a mouthwatering market filled with chocolate traders offering delights from biscuits and cakes to luxury hand made chocolates.

This chocolate extravaganza is the perfect way to enjoy Easter weekend!  To find out more visit www.yorkchocolatefestival.co.uk

The City of York is a 50 minute drive away from Old Byland.   Valley View Farm cottages offer a relaxing retreat away from it all with the option to visit the excitement of historic York.  To find out more and check availability please visit www.valleyviewfarm.com