SUN SEEKERS in Yorkshire spent more than £8 million on Spanish property - without even leaving the UK - during The Best of Southern Spain Property Roadshow's second visit to Harrogate.

The success was announced today by Hunters Estate Agents' Overseas Division, which hosted the three-day event with Spanish property specialists, VIVA Estates,

More than 100 experts descend on the International Centre on November 5 to provide advice on every aspect of Spain's property market and showcase more than 7,000 properties.

During the exhibition, 42 properties, ranging from countryside retreats and beachside villas to golfing apartments and family townhouses, were reserved.

In addition 92, "Hot Weekends" were booked which give potential buyers the opportunity to view properties and experience the Costa del Sol lifestyle first hand.

Updated: 11:22 Wednesday, November 24, 2004