On Yorkshire Day, even statues get to have a break.
Constantine stays out in all weathers, has to endure the indignity of being a pigeon perch, and stars in a million and one tourist selfies.
It’s enough to make the first Christian Roman emperor shake his imperious head.
But today he had his reward, in the shape of a giant KitKat and Terry’s Chocolate Orange.
He was even topped with a flat cap to keep the sunshine off his rather fetching wavy hair.
Story squad step in
General manager Stuart Wood explained:
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We love Yorkshire Day and always want to celebrate it in a spectacular way.
The statue of Constantine the Great is arguably the most iconic York landmark that isn’t a building. It was the perfect choice to decorate.
Obviously we wanted to include some famous chocolates, in tribute to this city’s sweetest industry.
In previous years, the award-winning attraction has staged a singing flash mob homage to chocolate factory production lines.
