The Locals’ Guide: Rainy Day Activities Around Harrogate

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Yes, we know it’s summer and we should be talking about all the great outdoor places you can explore with your children during the holidays. But the weather has been a bit flaky lately (to say the least) and it’s … Continue reading →

(Posted on August 7, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to Pubs with Beer Gardens in Harrogate

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Living in Harrogate, we are fortunate that we’re surrounded by beautiful countryside. When the weather is dry, there’s nothing better than enjoying the great outdoors and making the most of one of the best aspects of our area. For some, … Continue reading →

(Posted on July 12, 2017)

Locals’ Guide to Harrogate: Dressing for Ladies’ Day

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Ladies’ Day is an occasion for fashionistas to shine – even if the sun doesn’t. If you’re heading to the races in Yorkshire over the summer we’ve sourced some of the best Harrogate indies for your post frocks and fascinators. … Continue reading →

(Posted on July 5, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to Commercial Street, Harrogate

The Cheeseboard on Commercial Street, Harrogate.

In the next instalment of our Locals’ Guide series, we’re taking a stroll along Commercial Street, Harrogate. This buzzing area is home to more than 20 independent shops and businesses offering a wealth of retailing expertise. Did you know more … Continue reading →

(Posted on June 8, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to the Best Fish and Chips in Harrogate

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It may be a true British staple, but it can still be a minefield: how to you know where to find the best fish and chips in Harrogate? Fear not! We are here to help, and to do the very … Continue reading →

(Posted on May 30, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to Gluten Free Food in Harrogate

Photo of gluten free food in harrogate, waffles at Baltzersen's Scandinavian cafe in Harrogate

It can often be difficult for people with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance to find good places to eat. And with Coeliac and Gluten Free Awareness week 2017 just around the corner, from 8th-14th May, we thought it would be … Continue reading →

(Posted on May 5, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to the Best Bike Shops in Harrogate

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Ever since the announcement that the Tour de France was coming to Yorkshire, Harrogate has had a reputation as a great place for cyclists. With a growing number of local cycle paths – not to mention nearby routes out into … Continue reading →

(Posted on April 24, 2017)

Locals’ Guide to Cold Bath Road – Part 2: Shopping

Cold Bath Road shopping

Following on from our guide to independent food and drink on Cold Bath Road, here’s a round-up of the best independent Cold Bath Road shopping. One of the charms of Cold Bath Road shopping is the selection of longstanding family … Continue reading →

(Posted on April 20, 2017)

Locals’ Guide to Cold Bath Road – Part 1: Food and Drink

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Cold Bath Road has been described as the Notting Hill of Harrogate – and rightly so. With more than 50 indie shops, salons and places to eat, it must surely be Harrogate’s most independent street. It’s rather unusual name dates back … Continue reading →

(Posted on April 4, 2017)

The Locals’ Guide to Afternoon Tea for Mother’s Day in Harrogate

Afternoon tea for Mother’s Day in Harrogate

As Mother’s Day approaches, we thought that afternoon tea is a great way of treating your mum to something special. Afternoon tea is a big part of English culture but it actually only became a thing around 200 years ago. At that time, it was common … Continue reading →

(Posted on March 21, 2017)