Iconic Media Group has acquired regional magazine The Dalesman. Founded in 1939, The Dalesman covers Yorkshire people, heritage, countryside and communities.

The acquisition adds The Dalesman to Iconic Media's portfolio of regional publishing brands, including The Yorkshire Post.

Malcolm Denmark, CEO of Iconic Media, stated "This gives us an opportunity to continue investing in quality journalism and content focused on Yorkshire, its countryside, its communities and, most importantly, its readers. We see significant opportunities to build on the success of The Dalesman while respecting the qualities that have made it such an enduring and trusted title."

David Proud, Managing Director of The Dalesman, added "We are pleased that The Dalesman is becoming part of another family business which already has a strong presence and commitment to Yorkshire. We look forward to working with the Iconic Media team and to building on everything that makes The Dalesman special."

The Dalesman will continue to operate from Skipton and maintain its strong editorial focus on Yorkshire people, places, history and culture.

The acquisition forms part of Iconic Media’s wider strategy of investing in established regional publishing brands and growing audiences across print, digital, audio and emerging platforms.