Yemi Adelekan is a food writer and blogger who was a semi-finalist in last year’s BBC TV’s Masterchef competition. Every Saturday Yemi will be writing on the Stray Ferret about her love of the...
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Yemi’s Food Stories: Bringing a taste of Syria to the Harrogate district
Yemi Adelekan is a food writer and blogger who was a semi-finalist in last year’s BBC TV’s Masterchef competition. Every Saturday Yemi will be writing on the Stray Ferret about her love of the district’s food and sharing cooking tips – please get in touch with...
Harrogate district residents to be consulted on new housing plan
North Yorkshire Council is set to consult residents on a new local plan that will guide decisions on housing and infrastructure in the Harrogate district over the next two decades. The North Yorkshire Local Plan will set out where new developments will take place,...
Business Breakfast: House prices stabilise, data suggest
The Stray Ferret Business Club’s next meeting is a breakfast event on Thursday, October 26 at Banyan in Harrogate from 8am to 10am. The Business Club provides monthly opportunities to network, make new connections and hear local success stories. Get your tickets...
Young Pateley triathlete brothers inspired by Yorkshire Olympians
Two young brothers from Nidderdale are following in the footsteps of their sporting heroes, who have sent them words of encouragement. Angus and Alfie Millar received hand-written letters from the Brownlee brothers, along with treasured items of their sporting kit,...
Historic Harrogate district sites offer free access for Heritage Open Days
More than 5,000 historic buildings and cultural sites across the country will be thrown open to the public in the week ahead as part of England’s largest festival of history and culture. Heritage Open Days, from September 8 to 17, will see dozens of venues in our...
The Stray Ferret Business Awards to make its return in 2024
Not even an amber weather warning could stop the Stray Ferret Business Awards in March, with a turnout of nearly 400 people and many smiling faces, we're looking forward to doing it all again in 2024. Following the success of our inaugural event, the Stray Ferret...
Could you take up a role with Summerbridge Players?
Summerbridge Players have put out an urgent call in a search for actors, lighting/sound technicians and people who can perform various backstage roles. With a proud history of many performances over 73 years, the players are looking to the future. The Rev Alastair...
Where to watch the World Cup final in the Harrogate district
Pubs, sports clubs and other venues across the Harrogate district are gearing up for a morning like no other tomorrow, as England's Lionesses face Spain in the World Cup Final. The match takes place at Stadium Australia in Sydney, kicking off at 11am UK time. The...
Fun for all ages as Birstwith Show returns this weekend
Children's entertainment will take centre stage as an annual village show returns to Nidderdale this weekend. Birstwith Show takes place on Saturday, July 29 and has introduced a number of new features this year after asking for feedback from the community. Show...
North Yorkshire 20mph policy ‘not based on evidence’, say councillors
Councillors have rejected a claim that the decision to undertake a six-month review into speeding was based on insufficient evidence about the benefits of 20mph zones. At a specially arranged meeting in Northallerton yesterday, Andy Brown, Green Party councillor for...
Free Digital Marketing Conference to drive up sales and visibility online
Decision-makers from across the district’s business community will be given the key to boosting their online impact this autumn, at the Stray Ferret’s first ever Digital Marketing Conference. The free, day-long event will include expert speakers from across the...
Climate change: sunshine and showers a year after record heat in Harrogate district
What a difference a year makes. This time last year, the Harrogate district was baking in record temperatures approaching 40C. Last year's hot weather, which came amid warnings about the impact of extreme heat, saw several schools close for the day. Some businesses...
