From relaxing in the parks and gardens to cooling off in paddling pools, enjoying outdoor cafes and making memories with family and friends, people have been soaking up the sunshine and enjoying everything the summer weather has to offer.
The sunny spell has brought a real buzz to Harrogate, with plenty of happy faces and outdoor moments captured as people find their own ways to enjoy the long and warm days.
Our photographer Gerard Binks has been out and about capturing the smiles, laughter and summer moments as people across Harrogate make the most of the sunshine...
1. SUMMER IN HARROGATE
Keira Losch (aged six) shelters from the sunshine beneath the giant rhubarb plants in the Valley Gardens Photo: Gerard Binks
2. SUMMER IN HARROGATE
The beautiful flowers in full bloom in the glorious sunshine in the Valley Gardens Photo: Gerard Binks
3. SUMMER IN HARROGATE
George Harrison (aged four) enjoying splashing in the swimming pool in the glorious sunshine in the Valley Gardens Photo: Gerard Binks
4. SUMMER IN HARROGATE
The iconic 32-metre (100ft) giant observation wheel has returned to Harrogate town centre for the summer Photo: Gerard Binks