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Harrogate Spring Water expansion rejected after fierce backlash over Rotary Wood Plans to expand the Harrogate Spring Water site in Harrogate have been dramatically rejected by North Yorkshire Council, following intense public opposition and a high-profile campaign to protect Rotary Wood. The proposed development, backed…

Boroughbridge motorway services plan faces fresh legal challenge North Yorkshire Council is under renewed pressure after campaigners raised fresh legal concerns over plans for a motorway service area near Boroughbridge. Kirby Hill Residents Against Motorway Services (RAMS) has formally challenged a new planning application linked…

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Ripon (17–19 April 2026) A packed spring weekend is ahead across Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon, with Easter events, live music, family days out and stunning seasonal scenery drawing visitors from across Yorkshire. 🌸 Spring Events…

As of April 16, 2026, there are multiple roadworks and traffic restrictions in the Harrogate area causing potential delays. Key disruption points include: Major Road Closures & Restrictions A61 Parliament Street: One lane is closed due to electricity work between Oxford Street and Crescent Road, lasting…

Harrogate assault: man suffers head injury after attack by four males on Fairfax Avenue A man has been left with a head injury after being assaulted by four males in Harrogate, as police launch an urgent investigation and appeal for witnesses. Officers from North Yorkshire…

Harrogate Spring Water expansion set for decision amid Rotary Wood tree loss concerns A major planning decision on the controversial expansion of Harrogate Spring Water is expected this week, with councillors poised to rule on proposals affecting community woodland in Harrogate. Planning officers at North…

A major regeneration plan for Ripon Town Hall could transform one of North Yorkshire’s most iconic historic buildings and revitalise Ripon city centre. The Grade II listed Town Hall, located in Ripon’s Market Place and dating back to 1799, is set to be transferred to…

The Legacy of Hope Walk We’d like to invite you to take part in a very special national event taking place on Sunday May 17th 2026 in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. In collaboration with suicide prevention charity, West Wellbeing in Northern Ireland. Originally planned to be the “Walk…

Key Roadworks and Disruption Areas Cold Bath Road : Temporary traffic lights are in place at the  Duchy Avenue  junction for electricity work until 17 April. Ripon Road (A61) : Ongoing Northern Powergrid works have temporary traffic lights scheduled through 22 May. Jenny Field Drive…

Harrogate Spring Water expansion decision due as woodland concerns spark backlash A final decision is expected this week on the controversial expansion plans by Harrogate Spring Water, bringing a decade-long planning battle in Harrogate to a critical point. Councillors at North Yorkshire Council are set…

Police Appeal Harrogate crime: Police appeal after ‘derogatory graffiti’ sprayed on van in early-hours vandalism Police have launched an urgent appeal after a van was targeted in an early-hours vandalism incident in Harrogate. Officers from North Yorkshire Police say a suspect spray-painted a derogatory word…

Harrogate Town Beaten Again as Newport Strike Late to Seal 2-1 Win Harrogate Town slipped to another defeat on the road as Newport County claimed a 2-1 victory, with goals from Nathaniel Opoku and Joe Thomas proving decisive. The hosts made a fast start and…