The Bank has a strong personal customer base within its local branch network, and provides business banking services through ... its Business & Private Banking Centres across the North and Midlands. Yorkshire Bank was founded in 1859 in Halifax, West Yorkshire by Colonel Edward Akroyd. We've been part of this community for over 150 years. Now we have become an independent bank again, our dedication to local communities and people who, like us, call them home will be stronger than ever. Visit CYBG.com to find out more about our holding company. read more