POLICE and E Bike
Man, 20, Arrested Following E-Bike Police Pursuit Through Harrogate A 20-year-old man has been arrested following a late-night police pursuit involving an e-bike in Harrogate, during which officers reported that a pedestrian was narrowly missed. North Yorkshire Police said the incident took place at approximately…
Yorkshire Waters Sewer Problems
Could Yorkshire Water's Sewer Problems Put New North Yorkshire Homes at Risk? New homes left empty, delays to funding for schools and GP surgeries, and continuing concerns about pollution in the River Ure. Yorkshire Water is facing growing questions about whether its sewerage network can…
Roadworks 12th October
Roadworks in Harrogate, Boroughbridge, Knaresborough, Masham, Nidderdale, Pateley Bridge and Ripon – Week Commencing 12 October 2026 Drivers across the Harrogate district are being advised to allow extra travelling time this week as road closures, utility improvements and temporary traffic lights affect several routes between…
Harrogate’s Spa Sweethearts
Harrogate’s Spa Sweethearts WI Celebrates 15 Years of Friendship, Fun and Community Spirit Harrogate’s Spa Sweethearts Women’s Institute celebrated its 15th anniversary in style with an evening of Cuban salsa dancing, laughter, friendship and birthday festivities. On Thursday, 8 October 2026, members past and present…
Harrogate’s Snowball returns for its 79th year
Harrogate's Snowball returns for its 79th year and the sleigh needs filling Tables now booking for the much-loved Christmas ball where every guest brings a toy for a child in need Harrogate's Snowball, one of Yorkshire's longest-running charity events, returns to the Old Swan Hotel…
Harrogate Public Toilet Scheme
Harrogate Town Council Launches “When you’ve gotta go” toilet scheme At the meeting of Harrogate Town Council this week, the Lib Dem-run authority voted to launch the new “When you’ve gotta go” toilet scheme. Working with local businesses, the scheme promotes unconditional toilet access to…
Mental Elf Festive Fun Run 2026
Mental Elf Festive Fun Run 2026 A festive 5K supporting young people's mental health DATE: Sunday 29 November 2026 START TIME: 11:00 am LOCATION: Conyngham Hall. Knaresborough, HG5 9AY DISTANCE: 5 kilometres, Run, walk or jog Everyone welcome! Families, children, dogs, teams and individuals of all abilities…
Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run 2026: Festive Tractors Aim to Raise £10,000 for Yorkshire Cancer Research Get ready for one of North Yorkshire's most colourful Christmas spectacles! The Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run returns on Saturday 5 December 2026, bringing a convoy of brightly decorated tractors, twinkling…
Bettys Harrogate Wins Gold – Famous Yorkshire Shortbread Named AmongBritain's Best One of Harrogate's most iconic businesses is celebrating national success after its famous Yorkshire Shortbread won gold at the Great British Food Awards 2026. There is something special about enjoying a cup of Yorkshire…
A Perfect Weekend
What’s On This Weekend in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Ripon – Friday 9 th – Sunday 11 th – October 2026b Enjoy an afternoon concert featuring Connaught Brass, with a programme exploring French and American music in the historic surroundings of Holy Trinity Church. Admission has…
Harrogate Stray Bonfire and Fireworks 2026
I Harrogate Stray Bonfire and Fireworks 2026: Timings, Music and Charity Appeal For full event details and updates, visit the Harrogate Round Table website. Harrogate’s much-loved Stray Charity Bonfire and Fireworks returns on Saturday 7 November 2026, bringing an evening of fireworks, live music and…
Indoor Fun Fair
Harrogate Indoor Funfair: October Half-Term Fun - Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November. Enjoy exciting rides and inflatables at Harrogate Indoor Funfair, held indoors at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre. With a climate-controlled setting, café, baby-changing facilities and free parking, it’s a family day out whatever…
