Guy Fie of the Coinery, Leeds, takes a closer look at a 2oz Gold Kookaburra coin valued at £6,750. Photo: Gerard Binksplaceholder image
Guy Fie of the Coinery, Leeds, takes a closer look at a 2oz Gold Kookaburra coin valued at £6,750. Photo: Gerard Binks

IN PICTURES: Harrogate Coin Fair draws crowds with rare coins and expert dealers

By Duncan Atkins
Published 30th Mar 2026, 15:22 GMT

Harrogate Coin Fair returned to the Old Swan Hotel, in an event which featured more than 40 dealers, expert valuations and a welcoming atmosphere for beginners.

The Coin Fair provides an opportunity for people to buy coins, talk coins and get advice relating to collecting and investing in coins, medallions, tokens, artefacts and bank notes.

The Harrogate Coin fair started in 1991 and is now run by John and Sophie Philpotts who have many years of experience running and attending similar events nationally and internationally.

Dave Greenhalgh stricking commemorative Harrogate Coin Fair coins. photo: Gerard Binks

9. Harrogate Coin Fair

Dave Greenhalgh stricking commemorative Harrogate Coin Fair coins. photo: Gerard Binks Photo: Gerard Binks

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A busy coin fair at The Old Swan. photo: Gerard Binks

10. Harrogate Coin Fair

A busy coin fair at The Old Swan. photo: Gerard Binks Photo: Gerard Binks

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George Hartley, 8, viewing the coins for sale. photo: Gerard Binks

11. Harrogate Coin Fair

George Hartley, 8, viewing the coins for sale. photo: Gerard Binks Photo: Gerard Binks

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