Lifestyle

Some of the properties new on the market in the Harrogate area, with Zoopla.

IN PICTURES: 15 properties in Harrogate that are new to the market this week

The much-loved Harrogate Christmas Fayre makes a welcome return to the town on Friday 1 December

Here is your ultimate guide if you are heading to the Harrogate Christmas Fayre

Rising figures for abandoned pets - Dermot Murphy, who heads the RSPCA frontline rescue teams, said: “We’re desperately concerned about the coming winter in North Yorkshire." (Picture contributed)

Shocking rise in number of abandoned pets in North Yorkshire

Artist's impression of new factory - Harrogate Spring Water has unveiled its latest vision for the future of its operations off Harlow Moor Road. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate Spring Water unveils its revised expansion plans with new trees pledge

Showcasing a rich heritage - Knaresborough Museum Association 's Chair, Kathy Allday, said the town's new Heritage Centre would need community support to do its vital work. (Picture contributed)

Knaresborough set for new Heritage Centre thanks to hard-working volunteers

Record £1 million payout by Yorkshire Water - In 2016 the Environment Agency received a report of pollution in Harrogate’s Hookstone Beck. (Picture contributed)

Revealed: Yorkshire Water’s £1m payout after Harrogate pollution incident

Homes and Gardens

Royal Family Autograph Letters relating to The Mackintosh – estimate: £1,000-2,000

Royal diaries, war letters and stunning mountain photography in sale

The stunning property that has a luxurious interior.

Breathtaking manor house with cottage enters the market at £1.4m

Food and Drink

A bar in Harrogate has been given a five out of five food hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency

Harrogate town centre bar handed five out of five food hygiene rating

We take a look at 19 of the best places to go for breakfast in the Harrogate district according to Google Reviews

IN PICTURES: 19 of the best places to go for breakfast in the Harrogate district

The new range.

Restaurant quality pizzas and pasta with pizzazz from PizzaExpress

A fish and chip shop in Harrogate has been given a five out of five food hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency

Harrogate fish and chip shop handed five out of five food hygiene rating

Chef Marcus Bean will be festive cooking at the Country Living Fair in Harrogate

TV chef Marcus Bean heads to Harrogate Country Living Christmas Fair

Just £4.

Celebrations and Quality Street tubs now on sale at Aldi for under £4

Staycation

Stunning rooftop spa and garden - Rudding Park,which won Best Spa in the North-East section of The Good Spa Guide Awards, sponsored by Germaine de Capuccini. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate hotel triumphs in Good Spa Guide Awards 2023

Landal Kenwick Woods is set in abundant greenery as far as the eye can see.

Kenwick Woods: A hot tub break with countryside and coastline on the doorstep

This enchanting country house hotel offers a warm welcome and traditional hospitality.

Reconnect on a romantic spa break or friends’ reunion in the Cotswolds

A crew from ITV National Weather arrived in the town to shoot the weather bulletin at Knaresborough Castle for ITN News. (Picture Gerard Binks)

Famous Knaresborough visitor attraction picked for starring role on ITN News

Cars & Motoring

Suzuki Ignis

The diminutive Suzuki Ignis has plenty going for it, says Julie Marshall

Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line

Compact SUV Volkswagen T-Roc is an ideal choice, says Julie Marshall

Subaru Solterra

The Solterra is Subaru’s first electric car. Julie Marshall tries it out

Pets

Animal companions are an integral part of Christmas festivities for much of the nation.

Feliz Navi-dog: Morrisons unveils biggest supermarket festive pet range

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Cocker spaniels have been named the most expensive pet to own in 2023

How much it costs to be a pet parent in 2023

The Bellflower in Preston, Lancashire, won the accolade of the official best pub for dogs in the UK

Stick library and A La Barke Menu: Inside the UK’s best pub for dogs

Retro

Harrogate man David Palmer and artist Paul Mirfin with a painting of a tree that King Charles planted in Harrogate year ago. The painting is a present to King Charles for his birthday from David. (Picture Gerard Binks)

Harrogate man’s unique birthday present to King Charles

We take a look at 19 photos looking back at Christmas nativity plays at schools across the Harrogate district over the years

RETRO: 19 photos from Christmas nativity plays at schools across Harrogate

Harrogate connection - Ridley Scott's spectacular new big budget movie Napoleon stars Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate shop's plea over Josephine’s missing jewellery as Napoleon opens in UK

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

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Children from Glasshouses and St Cuthbert's Primary Schools used creative thinking and problem solving skills den building at Nell Bank Outdoor Education Centre, in the Yorkshire Dales.

Nidderdale primary school children build shelter in the Yorkshire Dales

Harrogate Advent Calendar is back for a second year to celebrate local businesses and reward shoppers

Harrogate Advent Calendar returns to celebrate businesses and reward shoppers

Rather than having everything scattered about the home, get into the habit of having one place for car keys, house keys, the dosset box for the drugs you take, your purse.

Dr's Casebook: A magic box and a nostalgic trip down memory lane

James Garland, EnviroVent’s Key Account Manager, with Pudsey Bear at BBC One’s DIY SOS: The Big Build for Children in Need. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate firm plays a key role in BBC TV reality show for Children in Need

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Harrogate Leisure and Wellness Centre reopened in September 2023 following a £13.5 million refurbishment. (Picture contributed)

New 'shake-up' for running of Harrogate’s multi-million pound leisure centres

The new look Myrings Stand at Harrogate Town's EnviroVent Stadium which opened in time for the match against Wrexham. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate Town put Ryan Reynold’s team in their place with brilliant fightback

Take a look at Ripon's festive event round-up for the whole family this December.

IN PICTURES: 18 magical Christmas events full of festive sparkle near Ripon

We take a look at 15 of the best places in the Harrogate district where you can buy a real Christmas tree

IN PICTURES: 15 places to buy a real Christmas tree in the Harrogate district

Pink Moon, the UK's leading supplier of festival tents and equipment, are set to expand their events operation

Wetherby-based supplier of festival tents and equipment Pink Moon to expand

Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park, just outside Ripon, repair environmental damages caused by storms and disease.

Award-winning gardens in North Yorkshire replace trees damaged by storms

Harrogate's Badapple Theatre us launching Farmer Scrooge’s Christmas Carol with Emily Chattle as Mrs Cratchitt. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate rural theatre company set to launch Christmas show

The Harrogate Christmas Concert will feature Harrogate Symphony Orchestra and a lot more.

Harrogate’s biggest Christmas concert is here

The three-storey townhouse has a choice location in Harrogate.

Rare appearance on the market of fabulous townhouse in top Harrogate location

A chance to win a week away at a choice of destinations with Ripon Rotary Club Grand Christmas Draw.

Win a week away in the Christmas raffle at the Ripon Rotary Club

It’s now officially the time of year when people fret about what gifts to buy loved ones before taking the safe option by buying them a book.

Life on Tapp: You can’t go wrong with a book for Christmas – or can you?

Lanique Spirit of Rose.

Something for everyone at Carluccio’s, Mariage Frères and Lanique this Christmas

Dick Whittington runs at Harrogate Theatre to January 14., 2024. (Picture contributed)

This year's must-see Harrogate Theatre panto Dick Whittington is paved in gold