Today, hundreds of people will take to the streets of several Greater Manchester villages to celebrate Yorkshire. Almost half a century on from Saddleworth being separated from the rest of the White Rose county, it remains a controversial subject here.
Historically part of the former West Riding of Yorkshire, the collection of villages and hamlets became part of Oldham and Greater Manchester under the local government overhaul of 1974. Some still refuse to accept the decision which is why, each year, villagers take to the streets to celebrate Yorkshire Day.
Held across the parish on the Sunday nearest to August 1, the event is a celebration of Yorkshire culture and history. Proud Yorkshireman Mark Mothersdale is one of those celebrating in the picturesque Saddleworth village of Uppermill this weekend.
