Winners - 2001

For the outstanding woman who has made the greatest individual contribution to life in the county. Sponsored by Yorkshire Bank

Kathy Staff - Yorkshire Woman of the Year 2001

As Nora Batty, the baggy-stockinged harridan in the Last of The Summer Wine series, Kathy staff has delighted fans in the County and beyond for 30 years.

Although born in Cheshire, there are not many who have helped boost tourism in a certain Yorkshire village like Kathy. The award recognises her outstanding contribution to life in Yorkshire.

Sponsored by Yorkshire Bank and presented by Mr Stuart Grimshaw, Chief Executive of Yorkshire Bank.