Harrogate man jailed after drunken holiday flight brawl at Leeds Bradford Airport A family holiday flight from Leeds Bradford Airport turned chaotic after a drunken fight involving two Harrogate men forced police to board the aircraft before take-off. What should have been the start of…

One of Harrogate's most-loved family businesses is celebrating an incredible 120 years – and you're invited For generations of Harrogate families, a visit to Smiths has been part of creating a home. Now the iconic independent retailer is celebrating an incredible 120 years in business…

126 Traders, Endless Flavours! Discover Everyone You'll Meet at the Harrogate Food & Drink Festival This Weekend Ready for one of Harrogate's biggest weekends of the summer? The Harrogate Food & Drink Festival returns to The Stray on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June, bringing…

Looking for the perfect summer day out? This July, Harrogate will once again be transformed into a sea of colour as thousands of flowers bloom across the town centre. Whether you're planning a shopping trip, meeting friends for lunch or simply enjoying a stroll, there's…

Step Inside Harrogate's Magical Spiegeltent Festival This Summer Looking for an unforgettable day or night out? The spectacular Spiegeltent Festival has returned to Crescent Gardens, Harrogate, bringing 10 days of live music, cabaret, family entertainment and unique performances until 4 July 2026. Whether you're planning…

Ripon Theatre Festival Returns with Eight Days of Spectacular Entertainment This July Looking for an unforgettable summer day out? Ripon Theatre Festival is back from 5–12 July 2026, bringing the historic city alive with eight days of theatre, circus, comedy, music, storytelling and family entertainment…

One of Harrogate's best-loved summer traditions returns as Oddsocks brings a hilarious Romeo & Juliet to RHS Harlow Carr Fancy a summer evening that's a little different? Swap the cinema for the great outdoors, pack a picnic and head to RHS Harlow Carr, where the…

What's On This Weekend in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Ripon (27–28 June) Looking for inspiration this weekend? Whether you're planning a family day out, meeting friends, enjoying great food, discovering local history or simply making the most of the summer, there's an excellent choice of events…

Full Programme Revealed for The full programme has been unveiled for the 2026 Harrogate Food and Drink Festival, with organisers promising their biggest and most diverse celebration yet. Returning to The Stray in Harrogate on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, the sixth annual festival…

Knaresborough Town Council Passes Vote of No Confidence in North Yorkshire Council Over ‘Systemic Neglect’ Knaresborough Town Council has overwhelmingly voted to declare no confidence in North Yorkshire Council, accusing the authority of failing to maintain key services, historic landmarks and public facilities across the…

Things to Do This Weekend in Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon (19–21 June) Looking for the best events in Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon this weekend? From a huge street food festival and family theatre shows to live music, gardening inspiration and outdoor activities, there's plenty happening…

Bettys Launches New Cheesy Rascal: First Ever Savoury Version of Yorkshire's Famous Fat Rascal Bettys of Harrogate has launched the first-ever savoury version of its iconic Fat Rascal, introducing the new Cheesy Rascal to customers across Yorkshire. The family-owned Yorkshire bakery and tea room chain,…