My Yorkshire: Matt Butcher, Wedding Venue Lighting

Matt Butcher is the owner of Wedding Venue Lighting, an audio visual equipment rental provider in Cleckheaton.

Where do you live and where are you from?
Gomersal born and bred

What is your favourite place in Yorkshire and why?
My favourite place in Yorkshire hast to be on top of the beautiful rolling hills surrounding this spectacular region, they add serenity to any stressful day.

What is still on your to do list in the region?  

I have always wanted to complete the three peaks challenge, the outdoors is a passion of mine and I have always wanted to view the landscape from the summits.

What is your most memorable meal in Yorkshire?

My most memorable meal has to be a fantastic steak I had at a grill bar in Leeds. They have a succulent menu of meaty treats that is delicious.

What is your most Yorkshire trait?
I would have to say my most Yorkshire trait is definitely a brew, nothing beats a nice cup of tea.

What is your favourite piece of trivia about the region?
In 1737 there is the first recorded recipe of a Yorkshire Pudding, making the tradition over 250 years old!

What or Who is your favourite cultural icon of the region?

My favourite cultural Brownlee brothers who won the Olympic gold in the triathlon. I have always admired sportsmen and their dedication to athleticism.

Worst experience or thing about Yorkshire?
My worst experience would have to be the weather which is truly unpredictable.

What is one thing you would steal from Lancashire if you could?

I would steal the sunshine from other regions so it never cold, Yorkshire is a chilly county.

What is the most overrated thing about Yorkshire?
I think the most overrated thing has to be gravy, as much as I love a touch of gravy on my chips it’s not much different wherever you get it in the country.

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