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...
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Review: RAOS’s Sister Act is happy, hilarious and vibrant
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...
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...
The National Shooting Show is back for 2024 – here’s what you need to know
This story is sponsored by The National Shooting Show. Fieldsports fans are in for a treat if they go along to the Yorkshire Event Centre in Harrogate from May 11-12, 2024 where The National Shooting Show (NSS) is being held. Clay shooting, airgunning, HFT shooting,...
Ripon festival’s extended programme offers a feast for theatre lovers
George Egg's culinary comedy act literally gave a tantalising taste of what's to come at the 2024 Ripon Theatre Festival. Before the performer served up the main course at Ripon Arts Hub, director Katie Scott and her colleagues revealed the full, mouth-watering...
Yorkshire Dales Monopoly edition revealed
There’s nothing quite like a game of Monopoly between friends and family, especially during the holidays. Launched just in time for Easter, the official Monopoly: Yorkshire Dales has been released and highlights iconic places, landmarks and game pieces from God’s own...
Glitter balls, retro cocktails and classic pop: The joy of Harrogate’s daytime disco
‘Party like you used to and still be home for Saturday night TV!’ is the strapline for Disco Dayze, a new monthly daytime clubbing event at Montey’s bar in Harrogate. It’s an enticing prospect for those of us whose days of cocktails and nightclubs have long since...
Mother’s Day menus with a difference in and around Harrogate
Mother's Day is just around the corner on Sunday, March 10, and if you've yet to book a table, fret not. The Stray Ferret has you covered with our pick of six venues where everything from musical meals to fine dining are on the menu. For the mums who love to boogie… ...
Harrogate charity beer festival to return next month
The Harrogate Charity Beer Festival is set to return next month. The event will take place at The Crown Hotel on March 8 and 9 and will celebrate its 34th anniversary. The festival supports local charities, including Martin House Children's Hospice, Samaritans of...
Sax player goes viral after performance on Harrogate train
An unexpected saxophone concert took place on the last train from Leeds to Harrogate last week. Retired music teacher, Brendan Duffy, 67, was on his way home to Headingley after playing a gig when a hen party noticed his saxophone. The group convinced him to play a...
Harrogate singer Sarah Collins: ‘What a fantastic surprise and a memory of a lifetime’
Harrogate singer Sarah Collins stole the show on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show on Saturday night. The Stray Ferret reported on Friday that Sarah would be appearing in front of millions of viewers on primetime BBC One. But in a further twist, she got to perform with...
Harrogate business owner set to appear on The Apprentice
A Harrogate business owner is set to appear on the hit BBC show The Apprentice. North Studio founder Rachel Woolford will battle against 18 candidates to win a life-changing £250,000 investment from Lord Alan Sugar. Ms Woolford will appear in the 18th series when it...
Harrogate clergyman to feature in ‘Rolex killer’ Channel 5 documentary tonight
A Harrogate reverend will feature in a Channel 5 documentary tonight, which re-counts the crimes of the notorious ‘Rolex killer’. Revd David Hoskins, who was a minister at Harrogate Baptist Church on Victoria Avenue at the time, will talk about his encounters with...
