Live: Harrogate traffic and travel

Good morning, it’s Leah with you this morning giving you updates every 15 minutes on the road and rail links near you.

Our live blog, brought to you by The HACS Group, will give you up-to-date information on traffic hotspots or where it may be building and the temporary lights in place. We also keep an eye on any bus or train delays.

If it is safe, please get in touch on our social media channels if you experience any delays.

9am – Full Update 

That is it from me to day, I will be back with you on Monday morning with updates every 15 minutes from 06.30. Have a lovely weekend!

Roads

The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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There are several significant delays on the trains this morning:

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8.45am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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There are several significant delays on the trains this morning:

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8.30am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

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There are several significant delays on the trains this morning:

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8.15am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

Trains

There are several significant delays on the trains this morning:

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8am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

Trains

There are several significant delays on the trains this morning:

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7.45am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7.30am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are starting to get busier this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7.15am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7am – Full Update 

Roads

The district’s roads are looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Buses

 

6.45am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Harrogate couple in ‘frantic rush’ to get home from Portugal

A Harrogate couple who went for a delayed honeymoon in Portugal have been forced to cut their celebrations short.

The government announced yesterday that Portugal would move to the amber list next Tuesday, meaning anyone returning from that date will need to isolate for 10 days.

To avoid the isolation period and extra cost that comes with additional tests, Britons in Portugal are trying to fly home before the change comes into effect.

However, with so many people trying to get back at the same time airlines have increased the cost of tickets.

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Hamish and Gemma Coventry got married on March 21 2020 and had to cancel their dream honeymoon to the Maldives.

They jumped at the chance to go to Portugal when it was on the green list and enjoyed the week so much that they booked in for another week.

But Gemma was on the beach when she found out that Portugal was moving off the green travel list. She told the Stray Ferret:

“We have made the most of the holiday and have had a lovely time but it was stressful when we were trying to book flights back.

“If we kept the original return flights we would have to isolate for 10 days and Hamish would miss the start of his new job.

“So we needed to get a flight back urgently. So many people have been scrambling for flights and the prices have jumped up astronomically.

“I don’t understand it. There was plenty of room on the flight out but now we are all cramming on to a full flight back to the UK.”

The couple did manage to secure new tickets, although they said prices had jumped up by £400, and should be returning to the UK on Sunday.

 

Live: Harrogate traffic and travel

Good morning, it’s Suzannah with you again this morning giving you updates every 15 minutes on the road and rail links near you.

Our live blog, brought to you by The HACS Group, will give you up-to-date information on traffic hotspots or where it may be building and the temporary lights in place. We also keep an eye on any bus or train delays.

If it is safe, please get in touch on 01423 276197 if you experience any delays.

9am – Full Update 

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Traffic Hotspots:

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8am – Full Update 

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7.30am – Full Update

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7am – Full Update 

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6.45am – Full Update 

Roads

The district’s roads are still looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The district’s roads are looking clear so far this morning, keep checking for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Live: Harrogate traffic and travel

Good morning, it’s set to be another sunny day today so if you’re out and about make sure to keep an eye on our live blog for regular updates on the district’s roads.

There are a number of continuing temporary traffic lights this morning worth keeping an eye on.

These blogs, brought to you by The HACS Group, are to keep you updated as the district’s roads get busier.

If you see anything please get in touch, if it is safe to do so, on 01423 276197 or via social media.

9am – Full Update 

That’s it from me for today, I’ll be back again tomorrow morning.

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Traffic is beginning to build in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8.45am – Full Update 

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8.30am – Full Update 

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8am – Full Update 

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7.30am – Full Update 

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Traffic is beginning to build in these areas:

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7.15am – Full Update 

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The roads are continue to look clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7am – Full Update 

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The roads are continue to look clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Buses

6.45am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Buses

 

Boroughbridge travel agent reports ‘handful’ of holiday bookings

The ease in travel restrictions does not go far enough to reboot the industry, a local travel agent has claimed.

Last Monday, eager holidaymakers were finally allowed to get on a plane after the ban on non-essential overseas travel was loosened.

But for Peter Cookson, group managing director at Spear Travels, Boroughbridge, the green list was “a bit of a joke”.

Current rules have placed 12 countries including Portugal, Iceland and Gibraltar on the green list, meaning travellers are required to take covid tests before they leave and before they return to the UK and again within two days of their arrival, but do not need to quarantine.

A further 173 countries are on the amber list, which has tighter restrictions. Travellers to these destinations must take an additional covid test on day eight after they arrive back and isolate at home for for 10 days.

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Spear Travels, in Boroughbridge, has not seen a boom in 2021 bookings

For the travel industry to truly get back on its feet, Mr Cookson said the restrictions have to change as the expense of covid testing is discouraging people booking trips.

He has confidence that “pent-up demand” exists but has only received a “handful” of bookings for Portugal and none for amber-list countries.

Mr Cookson expects this low level of interest to continue while strict measures to prevent the spread of covid are in place.  and said people are already re-booking their holidays for next year.

He said

“I think the main thing putting people off are the covid tests, for a family of four it could be around £500. The green list is a bit of a joke, people don’t want to spend that extra money.

“Until we get other countries like Spain, Italy and Greece on the green list, bookings will be slow. We’ve only had a handful of holidays to Portugal.”

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Looking forward he is hopeful for a return to pre-covid levels but said this might not be until 2023.

For now he said his team is focusing on re-booking people’s holidays for later dates and crossing their fingers for changes to the rules.

Spear Travels runs 12 shops across the country, which have reduced their opening hours to keep staff on furlough while bookings remain low.

Have you booked a holiday to an amber-listed country? Tell us about your holiday plans via contact@thestrayferret.co.uk.

Live: Harrogate district traffic and travel

Good morning and happy Friday. It’s Leah here this morning with 15-minute updates on the road and rail links near you.

There are a number of continuing temporary traffic lights this morning worth keeping an eye on.

These blogs, brought to you by The HACS Group, are to keep you updated as the district’s roads get busier.

If you see anything please get in touch, if it is safe to do so, on 01423 276197 or via social media.

9am – Full Update 

That is it from me today, II will be back with you on Monday from 6:300am with updates every 15 minutes. Have a lovely weekend!

Roads

The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic hotspots:

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

Trains

Buses

8:45am – Full Update 

Roads

The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic hotspots:

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8:30am – Full Update 

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The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic hotspots:

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8:15am – Full Update 

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The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic hotspots:

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8am – Full Update 

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The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7:45am – Full Update 

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The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7:30am – Full Update 

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The traffic is starting to build in the district this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Traffic is building in these area:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7:15am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7am – Full Update 

Roads

The roads are looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Buses

 

6.45am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Live: Harrogate district traffic and travel

Good morning, it’s almost the end of the week. I’m back again this morning with 15-minute updates on the road and rail links near you.

There are a number of continuing temporary traffic lights this morning worth keeping an eye on.

These blogs, brought to you by The HACS Group, are to keep you updated as the district’s roads get busier.

If you see anything please get in touch, if it is safe to do so, on 01423 276197 or via social media.

9am – Full Update 

That’s it from me for this week. Leah will be back with tomorrow morning from 6.30am.

Have a lovely day.

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Traffic Hotspots:

Traffic is building in these areas

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7.30am – Full Update 

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7.15am – Full Update 

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The roads are still looking clear so far this morning, check in later for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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7am – Full Update 

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The roads are still looking clear so far this morning, check in later for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.45am – Full Update 

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The roads are still looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking ok so far this morning, keep checking in for today’s traffic hotspots.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Live: Harrogate district traffic and travel

Good morning and happy Wednesday. It’s Suzannah with you today delivering updates every 15 minutes on the road and transport links near you.

Today’s blog includes a long list of temporary traffic lights in place across the district which could cause you delays.

These blogs, brought to you by The HACS Group, are keeping you updated as the district’s roads get busier.

If you see anything please get in touch, if it is safe to do so, on 01423 276197 or via social media.

9am – Full Update 

That’s it from me today, I’ll be here again tomorrow.

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Traffic Hotspots:

Traffic is beginning to build in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8.45am – Full Update 

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8.30am – Full Update 

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8am – Full Update 

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7.30am – Full Update 

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7am – Full Update 

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The roads are still looking clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.45am – Full Update 

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The roads are still looking clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report right now.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The roads are looking clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report right now.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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Live: Harrogate district traffic and travel

Good morning, it’s Suzannah back with you today. I’m here from 6.30am giving you updates every 15 minutes to help make your journey a little smoother.

Our blogs give you updates every 15 minutes and a list of all the temporary traffic lights that could delay you today.

These blogs, brought to you by The HACS Group, are keeping you updated as the district’s roads get busier.

If you see anything please get in touch, if it is safe to do so, on 01423 276197 or via social media.

9am – Full Update 

That’s it from me today, I’ll be back from 6.30am tomorrow. Have a lovely day.

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Traffic Hotspots:

Traffic is building in these areas:

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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8.45am – Full Update

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8am – Full Update 

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7am – Full Update 

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6.45am – Full Update 

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The roads continue to look clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

Temporary traffic lights are in place here:

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6.30am – Full Update 

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The roads look to be clear so far this morning, no traffic hotspots to report yet.

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Skipton Road: emergency roadworks cause more misery

Long queues are forming on Skipton Road as two sets of roadworks are combining to cause misery for drivers.

Works to replace a gas main underneath Roberts Crescent were already in place but Northern Gas Networks has also started repairs to fix a gas leak on Skipton Road.

It has set up three-way temporary lights on the junction opposite Bilton Lane, which is in between the junctions at both ends of Roberts Crescent.

Temporary traffic lights on Skipton Road, Harrogate.

Temporary traffic lights on Skipton Road, Harrogate

Northern Gas Networks said works on Roberts Crescent are expected to last until May 25, while those on Skipton Road should be complete in “no more than three weeks”.

Footpath closed on Roberts Crescent, off Skipton Road.

The footpath is closed on Roberts Crescent, off Skipton Road

On Twitter, the company apologised for the disruption and urged motorists to use other routes.

The emergency repair will last for no more than three weeks. We apologise for the disruption the work will cause and ask drivers to avoid the area if they can or leave extra time for journeys. Call our Customer Care Team for more info: 0800 040 7766 (opt 3).

— NorthernGasNetworks (@NGNgas) May 12, 2021

Skipton Road is one of the busiest roads in the town.

Northern Gas Networks began work replacing metal pipes with plastic ones in July last year, which was paused in October and recommenced in January. The roadworks were finally finished in April.

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