The Pitcher and Piano in Harrogate has been taken over by the company that used to run the town’s Viper Rooms nightclub.
The bar, on the hospitality-rich John Street, will be known as The Harlow from Monday.
Paul Kinsey, who owns Harewood Group, announced the news today.
Mr Kinsey said in a statement:
“We are pleased to announce that from Monday, November 27 we have taken over the former Pitcher and Piano on John Street in Harrogate. In the short term it will be renamed The Harlow.
“We aim to immediately introduce live music and DJ Christmas party nights and create a great night out to complement our existing high quality food and drink service.”
John Street is a popular night spot.
He said the company was recruiting staff and management to add to the team it had inherited.
Mr Kinsey added:
“Then In the new year an exciting new concept will be introduced which we think our customers will love as much as we do.
“This is the start of our relationship with major pub companies taking over some of their sites and introducing the high quality management and entertainment that are our trademarks.”
Harewood Group owned the Viper Rooms, which closed in December last year.
Mr Kinsey lives near Harrogate and has continued to keep his eye on the market for opportunities.
The Stray Ferret reported in September that the search was on to find a ‘self employed pub partner’ to take on the Pitcher & Piano.
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A Harrogate therapy and coaching centre has celebrated its one-year anniversary this month.
The Harlow, which is based at Cardale Park, launched in July last year to support children, teens, parents, families and couples.
The company has gone onto to employ 25 qualified and accredited practitioners.
Now the firm is aiming to expand by launching a new employee assistance programme, which aims to offer mental health support to professionals and businesses.
Andrea Bethell, founding partner of The Harlow, said:
“At The Harlow, our esteemed professionals include psychotherapeutic counsellors, psychotherapists, forensic psychologists, trauma therapists, drama therapists, and hypnotherapists.
“Each member of our team has undergone rigorous training and possesses extensive experience in their respective fields.”
Harrogate businessman wins green tech award
A Harrogate businessman has been named green entrepreneur of the year at a national award ceremony.
Mike Woodhall, chief executive of Chameleon Technology, was recognised at the Enterprise Awards 2023.
Mike Woodhall, chief executive of Chameleon Technology.
He picked up the Green Tech Entrepreneur award at the ceremony, which was held at Drapers’ Hall in London.
Mr Woodhall said:
“I’m delighted to have been nominated and won this award but what it truly reflects is the drive and commitment of the team of people at Chameleon Technology.”
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Harrogate man to shave lockdown locks for hospice tomorrow
A Harrogate man who has been growing his hair since before the first lockdown in March 2020 is to have it shaved this weekend to raise funds for Saint Michael’s Hospice.
Graeme Fenwick will be left completely bald at The Harlow on College Street in Harrogate, where he and wife Linda will be wearing t-shirts supporting the charity.
Linda has been supporting him and sharing the fundraiser on social media to raise as much money as possible.
She said:
“After some ribbing by family and friends about cutting his hair, he announced he would if I could raise £1,000 for Saint Michael’s Hospice.”
Since then, they have raised more than £1,600 and some donors have promised to attend the event on Saturday to see Mr Fenwick shave his head in person.
A local barber will remove his locks but friends and family will also be able to have a go with the clippers.
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Saint Michael’s, which provides care to people living with terminal illness and bereavement, is close to the couple’s heart as Ms Fenwick’s dad and other family and friends spent time at its Hornbeam Park hospice.
The pair said they have been overwhelmed by the response they have had on their JustGiving page.
Ms Fenwick told the Stray Ferret:
“We were in a taxi the other night and were talking about it and when we were getting out the taxi driver donated £30 and said it sounded like a good cause.”
To donate to the appeal, click here.
Harrogate support group launched for pupils moving up from primary to secondary schoolA Harrogate therapy centre is launching a support group for pupils moving up from primary to secondary school in the wake of the pandemic.
Created by The Harlow’s new psychotherapeutic counsellor Laura Keay, ‘Stepping Up’ is a programme aimed at providing children with an environment of “listening, sharing and empowerment”, so that they can embrace this change.
Ms Keay works with adults and has a specialism in children and young people at the centre at Cardale Park.
She has worked with people suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress, social anxiety, exam pressure, harmful eating, self-esteem issues and bullying.
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She said:
“Moving from primary school into secondary education can be a huge challenge for young people; even more so when we take into account the last few years of educational disruption due to the pandemic.
“The whole premise behind Stepping Up is to give children the tools to navigate this change and thrive in their new environment.”
Stepping Up will also support parents and guardians. It will help them understand the stages of child development and gain insight into effective language and behaviours that will support the confidence of their child through this key stage.
With a maximum group size of eight – with one parent or guardian per child – Stepping Up involves five two-hour sessions at £20 per session.
For more information call 01423 595000 or email info@theharlow.co.uk.
New therapy and coaching centre opens in HarrogateBusiness Breakfast is sponsored by Harrogate law firm Truth Legal.
A new therapy and coaching centre has opened in Harrogate.
The Harlow, which is based at Cardale Park, aims to help businesses, individuals and families through tough times with a team of therapists and coaches.
The centre was set up by Gordon Bethell, who is chairman of Leeds-based marketing agency CreativeRace.
Mr Bethell said he set up the centre after becoming interested in psychology during his career in marketing.
He said:
“For many years I kept my own personal journey discreet as I didn’t want clients and colleagues to know I needed support.
“My whole experience gave me profound insight about my past and how it informed my behaviours. I recognised that therapy can be daunting and confusing for many and there is a critical need for quality triage or assessment so that clients are matched with the best approach.”
The Harlow will be running a series of workshops over the next few months that are for both practitioners and clients.
Topics include parenting, transitioning from primary to secondary school and guiding adults through career choices. For more information, visit The Harlow website.
Harrogate town centre businesses support fundraiser
Businesses in Harrogate town centre have backed a marathon challenge aimed at raising money for children from Wharfedale, Nidderdale and beyond.
Simon Thomas, 62, who is a trustee of The Principle Trust Children’s Charity, will embark upon a mammoth 26-mile walk this Sunday (July 17).
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The walk will begin at 7am at the war memorial on Parliament Street and go around the A61 around Harrogate town centre 13 times to clock up the marathon distance.
Thirty Harrogate town centre businesses have backed the challenge including Three’s A Crowd, Bambinos, Trotters Bar and Mountain Express.
Ahead of the challenge, Mr Thomas said:
“Over the last decade the trust has helped thousands of disadvantaged, disabled and poorly children to escape their everyday troubles and create valuable, happy memories.
“The trust’s 100% donations policy ensures every penny raised directly benefits children and their families and we are indebted to all the Harrogate businesses who are supporting this fundraising challenge.”
To donate to the fundraiser, visit Mr Thomas’ page or visit one of the participating businesses.