Harrogate Theatre has announced that Tim Stedman will star in this year's pantomime once again. Mr Stedman will be making his 24th panto appearance in Harrogate, where he has become a huge fan...
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Tim Stedman to star in Harrogate panto again
Harrogate Theatre has announced that Tim Stedman will star in this year's pantomime once again. Mr Stedman will be making his 24th panto appearance in Harrogate, where he has become a huge fan favourite playing the fool. He will take on the role of Phillipe Fillop in...
5 things to do in Harrogate and the district this weekend
Head to Harrogate Spring Flower Show Harrogate Spring Flower Show is back and is taking place this week from Thursday to Sunday. It is one of the most popular events in the area, attracting up to 90,000 visitors each year. Get garden inspiration aplenty thanks to...
5 things to do in and around Harrogate this weekend
Get out and about with our guide of the top cultural goings-on from 19-21 April. See the bluebells of Nidderdale Now that the weather is finally fine and dry, it’s time to dust off those walking boots and get out into the great outdoors. And this walk is especially...
Unique worldwide collection of measurement items to be housed in Ripon
A remarkable and extensive international collection containing items of worldwide importance has been delivered to its new home in Ripon following 38 years of planning. The collection, now in secure storage at the Old Wesleyan Chapel on Coltsgate Hill, was gathered...
The Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park in Ripon has a new 60-strong artwork exhibition
Above: Fish Pool by Diane Maclean Go on an immersive journey through art and nature at the Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park, near Ripon, at its new 60 collection artwork exhibition entitled Sculpture in the Landscape. It opens for the season next week on Thursday...
Meet the Ripon leather workers following St Wilfrid’s path
Stiches that bridge time between ancient and modern craftsmanship are linking the skills of two outstanding leatherworkers in the Ripon area. The handmade heritage stretches back to the foundation by Wilfrid of the city's cathedral in 672 AD Master craftsman Andy...
7 Easter activities to keep the kids entertained
There’s plenty going on in and around Harrogate over the two-week Easter break – take the movie-themed mini crazy golf course and Springtime Live from our ‘5 things to do at the weekend’, for example. But if you’re specifically looking for activities to keep the kids...
Music line-up for Deer Shed Festival announced
The family-friendly Deer Shed Festival has today announced its full music line-up for 2024. The event, which takes place at Baldersby Park, Topcliffe from July 26 to 29, features diverse acts ranging from the African rhythms of KOKOKO! to LVR, whose members include...
Harrogate youngsters shine but competitive festival faces uncertain future
For nearly 90 years, the Harrogate Competitive Festival for Music, Speech and Drama has been showcasing the diverse talents of up-and-coming performers from across the district. The festival, which attracted more than 1,000 entries this year, opened on Friday, March...
Crime author solves mystery of Ripon mural
Author Malcolm Hollingdrake has solved a Ripon school mystery. Holy Trinity Infant School in Ripon has been trying to track down the creators of a mosaic wall mural dating back 50 years. Staff at the school issued a plea for help when they found a newspaper clipping...
Review: Oh What a Lovely War brings songs and satire to Harrogate Theatre
Lauren Crisp is a book editor, writer and keen follower of arts and culture. Born and raised in Harrogate, Lauren recently moved back to North Yorkshire after a stint in London, where she regularly reviewed theatre – everything from big West End shows to small fringe...
Sir Tony Robinson headlines Northern Aldborough Festival line-up
The 2024 line-up for the Northern Aldborough Festival has been announced. Sir Tony Robinson, who played Baldrick in Blackadder, Leeds Piano Competition winner Alim Beisembayev, and one of the world’s great violin virtuosos, Viktoria Mullova, are some of the headline...
