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Dog and Owner Rescued
Dog and Owner Rescued After Dramatic Fall Into 20ft Village Well A dog and its owner were rescued after becoming trapped in a 20-foot (6m) well in the North Yorkshire village of Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon. Emergency services were called at around 6:47pm on Friday,…
Knaresborough Tractor Run
Hundreds of Tractors to Travel Through Harrogate District for Charity Run Hundreds of tractors will take to the roads across the Harrogate district this weekend as the popular Knaresborough Tractor Run returns. The annual event takes place on Sunday (8 March) and is expected to attract hundreds of vintage,…
Be Alert for Scams
Be Alert for Scams Scammers are impersonating the police Our dedicated team of fraud experts are always on the lookout for scams targeting people across the UK. Recent tactics to be aware of include scammers impersonating the police, and creating fake crime reference numbers in…
THIS WEEKEND Knaresborough Tractor Run 2026
THIS WEEKEND The Knaresborough Tractor Run 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 8 March 2026. This annual charity event, organized by a local committee as a Community Interest Company, supports the Yorkshire Air Ambulance and has raised over £160,000 since its inception in 2012. Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity +3 Event Schedule &…
A Perfect Weekend in Harrogate
A Perfect Weekend in Harrogate 10 Unusual Things Locals Do in Harrogate This Weekend 6th, 7th & 8th of March 2026 (Plus the Best Pubs & Restaurants Afterwards) Looking for things to do in Harrogate this weekend that locals actually enjoy?Beyond the famous spa heritage and tea…
North Yorkshire’s First ‘Tiger Crossing
Harrogate Celebrates North Yorkshire’s First ‘Tiger Crossing’ After 10-Year Campaign Harrogate has unveiled North Yorkshire’s first-ever “tiger crossing” a major milestone for walkers and cyclists after more than a decade of campaigning. The new parallel crossing has been installed on Oatlands Drive at Slingsby Walk,…
A Perfect Weekend in Harrogate
A Perfect Weekend in Harrogate This weekend (Friday, 27 February – Sunday, 1 March 2026), the Harrogate district offers a mix of artisan markets, live music by candlelight, and unique local experiences across Harrogate, Knaresborough, and Ripon. Harrogate Artisan & Makers Market: Browse unique handmade goods,…
Popular North East Indian Restaurant Expands to Harrogate
Restaurants in Harrogate and surrounding areas. Popular North East Indian Restaurant Expands to Harrogate A well-known North East Indian restaurant is heading to Harrogate, bringing more than five decades of culinary experience to one of the town’s busiest dining streets. Abu’s, a family-run favourite in…
Knaresborough Husband Jailed
Knaresborough Husband Jailed After Brutal Home Attack He Told Police “There’s No Excuse” — Knaresborough Husband Jailed After Brutal Home Attack A 54-year-old man who struck his estranged wife twice on the head with a heavy metal boot jack has been jailed for 30 months…
Police Appeal
Police Appeal following collision near Knaresborough Published:09:4424/02/2026 We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a man suffered serious injuries in a collision on the A658 at Calcutt. It happened at approximately 07.40am yesterday morning (Monday 23 February 2026) on the A658 at the junction…
McDonald’s Harrogate closed for major refurbishment
McDonald's Harrogate closed for major refurbishment until March 17 One of Harrogate town centre’s busiest fast-food restaurants has temporarily shut its doors — and it won’t reopen until mid-March. The McDonald’s branch at Nidderdale House on Cambridge Road closed recently for what staff describe as…
A658 closed near Knaresborough
A658 closed near Knaresborough after serious crash – police urge drivers to avoid area Drivers are facing disruption after a serious two-vehicle crash forced the closure of the A658 near Knaresborough on Monday morning. The road is shut south of the town at the junction…
Knaresborough Tractor Run
Knaresborough Tractor Run on Sunday 8th of March, 2026 Over 350 Tractors Set for 2026 Knaresborough Tractor Run – With Air Ambulance Helicopter Landing Planned Hundreds of tractors will rumble through the Harrogate district next month as the hugely popular Knaresborough Tractor Run returns for…
Pilot Seriously Injured
Pilot Seriously Injured After Light Aircraft Crashes at North Yorkshire Sculpture Park A pilot in his 20s is in a serious condition after a light aircraft crashed in North Yorkshire. Emergency services were called to the Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park, near Masham, at around…
This Weekend (21–22 February 2026)
This Weekend (21–22 February 2026) 10 Brilliant Things to Do in Harrogate This Weekend (21–22 February 2026) Looking for the perfect late-winter escape? Harrogate delivers relaxation, heritage, gardens and live entertainment — all wrapped up in elegant Yorkshire charm. Here’s how to make the most…
Big Nights Out
Wildlife fans are in for a treat as Gordon Buchanan brings Lions and Tigers and Bears to the stunning Royal Hall on Sunday 22 February (7.30pm). Expect dramatic footage, gripping stories and behind-the-scenes insight from one of television’s most respected cameramen. Dance lovers can experience something truly different when James Wilton Dance perform Bach…
February Half-Term Highlights (16–22 February) in Harrogate
Families are spoilt for choice this week. Young audiences can enjoy the colourful stage adaptation of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at Harrogate Theatre on 17 and 18 February — a magical introduction to theatre. Creative children can get hands-on at Mercer Art Gallery with workshops including: Tapestry with…
Spring Awakens at The Himalayan Garden as 100 New Sculptures Arrive for 2026
Winter may still have its grip, but the first signs of spring are already breaking through at The Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park — and 2026 is shaping up to be its most exciting season yet. Soaked Ground, Careful Planning After weeks of relentless rain, the garden…
Ten-Man Chesterfield Denied as Harrogate Town Snatch Late Point in Survival Fight
Harrogate Town AFC boosted their League Two survival hopes with a dramatic late equaliser to earn a 1–1 draw against promotion-chasing Chesterfield FC at the SMH Group Stadium. With the hosts eyeing a play-off push and Town battling at the foot of the table, the contest had huge implications…
Over & Above Ranked in UK’s Top 50 – A Hidden Gem Making National Headlines
A secret speakeasy in Harrogate has vaulted into the national spotlight — securing 38th place in the UK Top 50 Cocktail Bars list less than 12 months after opening. Hidden behind a bookcase at 7 Cheltenham Crescent, Over & Above has become the first North…