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5 things to do in and around Harrogate this weekend, March 20-22
Visit the Yorkshire Motorhome and Campervan Show
This weekend, the Great Yorkshire Events Centre will host the Yorkshire Motorhome and Campervan Show. With more than 300 vehicles for sale and nearly 200 traders in attendance, visitors can explore the latest motorhomes, campervans and outdoor accessories all in one place.
A varied programme of live talks and demonstrations will also be on offer, designed to inform, inspire and entertain outdoor enthusiasts of all levels.
Set to be the biggest show to date, it’s an event not to be missed for anyone considering life on the road or simply looking for their next adventure.
Tickets from £10 in advance or £15 on the gate, 9am-4.30pm, March 20-22, Great Yorkshire Events Centre, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ.
Motown mania hits Knaresborough
From South America to North America, The Frazer Theatre in Knaresborough is hosting a night of Motown and Northern soul performed by Belle Voix Trio.
Made up of Sandy Smith, Sophie Mairi and Briony Gunn – all of whom have performed in London's West End – the group promises an energetic performance guaranteed to get audiences dancing.
The trio will perform hits including Red Light Spells Danger and Tainted Love.
Tickets from £20, doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 7.30pm, March 20, Frazer Theatre, Park Crest, Knaresborough, HG5 0EQ.
Sample some of South America’s best wines
Spend your Friday evening sampling some of South America’s finest wines.
Majestic Wine in Ripon is offering the chance to explore a curated selection of Argentinian and Chilean wines, from bold Malbecs to crisp Sauvignon Blancs. Its knowledgeable staff will be on hand to guide you through each pour, sharing insights into the regions, grape varieties and tasting notes that make these wines so distinctive.
Guests can sip and savour each glass while imagining life in the vineyards of the Andes, with plenty of opportunity to discover new favourites and ask questions in a relaxed, informal setting.
Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply curious to try something new, this tasting promises an enjoyable and sociable start to the weekend.
£10, 6-7.30pm, March 20, Majestic Wine Ripon, 30 North Street, Ripon, HG4 1HJ.
It’s never too late to celebrate St Patrick’s Day
Whilst St Patrick’s Day landed on Tuesday, March 17 this year, the Fox and Hounds pub in Boroughbridge is hosting a celebratory night of live Irish music this Friday, March 20.
With live music from The Bootleggers UK, drinks flowing, and good craic guaranteed, it will be a lively evening for locals and visitors alike.
Free entry, music starts 8pm, March 20, Fox & Hounds, Skelton Road, Langthorpe, Boroughbridge, YO51 9BZ.
The Royal Hall in Harrogate.
Attend Harrogate Symphony Orchestra’s spring concert
This Saturday, the Harrogate Symphony Orchestra will take to the stage at the Royal Hall to perform a selection of classical music.
The chosen pieces are Overture Donna Diana by Reznicek, Piano Concerto No 1 by Tchaikovsky (soloist Julian Saphir), and Symphony No 7 by Prokofiev.
It will be an evening of high-quality entertainment for those wanting a sophisticated musical experience.
Tickets from £18, 7.30pm, March 21, Royal Hall, Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SY.
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