Looking for a Moment of Calm? Join a Free Community Yoga Session in Harrogate’s Valley Gardens If you're looking for a chance to slow down, switch off and enjoy some time outdoors, a free community yoga session is coming to one of Harrogate’s most beautiful…

The Great Knaresborough Bed Race Thousands Set to Descend on Knaresborough for Yorkshire’s Most Bizarre Race as Iconic Event Turns 60 A bed, a gruelling race through town, and a plunge into a river might sound like a strange combination – but it’s exactly why…

Harrogate Driver, 88, Dies Following Collision With Parked Tesla on St Winifred's Road An 88-year-old woman has tragically died following a collision involving her car and a parked vehicle in Harrogate. The incident happened at approximately 11.35am on Sunday, May 31, on St Winifred's Road,…

'It's More Than Just a Coffee Van': Ripon Rallies Behind Lottie as Future at Hell Wath Hangs in the Balance For many people visiting Hell Wath, a walk by the river isn't complete without a stop at Lottie's coffee van. Whether it's dog walkers catching…

Motorists Face Weeks of A1(M) Misery as Major Yorkshire Motorway Closure Begins Thousands of drivers are being warned to brace for weeks of disruption after National Highways announced a major overnight closure on one of Yorkshire's busiest motorways. The A1(M) southbound between Boroughbridge and Wetherby…

Chaos at Ripon Pub as 20-Person Brawl Erupts – Police Release Images in Hunt for Key Witnesses A quiet afternoon at a Ripon pub descended into chaos when a confrontation involving around 20 people exploded into violence, leaving two people injured and prompting an urgent…

It Helped Me Through Cancer" – Harrogate Woman Launches Silent Disco Fundraiser for Life-Changing Local Service Imagine being told you have cancer. Now imagine having access to a local service that helps you stay active, regain your strength and rebuild your confidence throughout treatment and…

Hundreds rally to save Knaresborough Castle as fears grow over its future If you've ever stood beneath the towering ruins of Knaresborough Castle, watched the sunset over the River Nidd or admired the town's famous viaduct views, you'll understand why so many people are determined…

New Baby Swim School Launches in Harrogate to Help Little Ones Build Water Confidence for Life For many parents, introducing their child to water can feel daunting. But a new swim school launching in Harrogate aims to make those first splashes fun, safe and memorable…

Woman airlifted to hospital after serious A61 crash near Harrogate as police launch witness appeal A woman has been airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries following a serious crash on the A61 near Harrogate. The collision happened at around 8.37am on Tuesday, May 26, at…

Rare ‘mythical’ blue flowers blooming in Harrogate could soon disappear forever, RHS warns One of the world’s rarest and most breathtaking flowers has started blooming in Harrogate — but experts fear the spectacular display may not survive Britain’s changing climate for much longer. The famous…

Welcome to the latest council news from North Yorkshire 22nd May 2026 Win tickets to see Sir Tom Jones or The Streets. View in browser Find out how your child can be in tune with music as well as a chance to join in a…