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Last Updated: 24/07/2024
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Ferret Unlocked: what you missed from lifestyle – and what to look out for this week

by The Stray Ferret

| 24 Jul, 2024
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Schools across Yorkshire broke up for the six-week holidays last week, and that coincides with a flurry of summer activities across Yorkshire.

The lifestyle team are committed not only to covering the latest events, but also to shining a spotlight on some of the amazing individuals and businesses that call Harrogate and the district home.

Harrogate is becoming something of a classic and supercar hotspot, last week we visited Grantley Hall for the 2024 Yorkshire Elegance supercar show, where over 40 premium vintage and classic cars were on display.

Preparations for Knaresborough’s arts and culture extravaganza are well underway, and Rowena Jackson, the Spoken Word Director of feva filled us in on everything from the festival’s history to what people can expect from this year’s event.

Whether you’re an interior design enthusiast, or would simply love a nosy around some of the beautiful houses in town, our interview with a Harrogate family documenting their home renovation journey might be just the thing for you.

We’re also not afraid to get stuck in when needed; our feature on local beekeeper Sarah Haynes required donning the full outfit to get close to the colony, and experience first-hand the joy she feels looking after these clever insects.

Luckily for all those grandparents, parents and carers who may be panicking about what to do to entertain the brood over the school break, we’ve got an upcoming article highlighting some free local activities - look out for that being published soon.

Subscribers can access a wide range of year-round discounts and offers, and there are currently a number of amazing offers enabling you to save money on days out.

With the news that Harrogate’s annual Floral Celebration is back, we’ve delved into the archives to bring back the late Malcom Neesam’s excellent article covering Harrogate’s ‘Battle of the Flowerbeds’.

Coming up the weekend, our biweekly history series is back, and this time it’s focusing on The Unicorn Hotel in Ripon – which may or may not be haunted.

We’ve also dived into the success and sustainability message of the Repair Café in Harrogate, and spoken to some of the amazing street performers in the town centre about how they contribute to the cultural scene.

Our two regular columnists are back this week too – Yemi’s got a Bettys’ recipe to share with readers, and theatre reviewer Lauren gives her verdict on Around the World in 80 Days(ish).

Three unmissable discounts for family days out:

  • Buy one entry, get one free at Nidderdale Museums.
  • 20 percent off an annual family ticket at Ripon Museums.
  • 10 percent off weekend activities at High Adventure.

Don’t miss out on what's on, longer lifestyle features and much more - by subscribing for just £4.99 a month or £49.99 annually, you will be able to access all daily news, in-depth features and lifestyle content as well as a whole range of fantastic exclusive discounts and offers.