Your Harrogate Podcast - Episode 280

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• Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland opens for 20th season

  Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland has opened its 20th season at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York, bringing back its award-winning mix of ice skating, family rides and festive experiences.

• Harrogate retailers bring back Christmas chocolate appeal

  A number of charitable Harrogate retailers are appealing for chocolate donations this Christmas in a bid to support people in need.

• Knaresborough vet agrees open price policy to help pet owners

  A family-run vets in Knaresborough is urging pet owners from across the area to shop around when it comes to providing the best possible care for their beloved animal.

• Village shop near Harrogate celebrates 14th anniversary

  A popular village shop near Harrogate is celebrating its 14th birthday today (Friday).

• Harrogate business donates £1,000 to baby loss charity

  A baby loss charity has thanked Harrogate events company Impulse Decisions for donating £1,000.

• Harrogate Irish pub to host over 70's event

  A popular Irish bar in Harrogate is set to host a special Christmas event for over 70's.

• Harrogate district teen named 'unsung hero' at Young Achievers Awards

  A teenager from Kirkby Malzeard has been recognised for his commitment to family and his community at the 31st Yorkshire Young Achievers Awards.

• WATCH: Sara Cox arrives at Harrogate school on final leg of fundraising challenge

  BBC's Sara Cox arrived at Beckwithshaw Primary this morning as she began the final leg of her five-day fundraising journey for BBC Children in Need.

• New counselling service in Harrogate welcomes clients

  A newly established counselling service has launched in Harrogate, offering support both locally and across the UK.

• Harrogate golf club raises over £12,000 for Saint Michael's

  Rudding Park Golf Club has announced that more than £12,000 has been raised for Saint Michael’s Hospice over the course of 2025.

• Councillors told to decline allowances if they don't agree with increase

  North Yorkshire Council chiefs say councillors who do not agree with an increase in their allowances do not have to accept the money.

• Maltkiln village development gets go-ahead despite plea for delay

  Council chiefs have given the go-ahead for work to progress on the new Maltkiln village development — despite an 11th-hour plea from villagers for a decision to be delayed.

• Route revealed for return of Ripon's Tinsel Tractor Run

  The route for Ripon's Tinsel Tractor Run has been confirmed ahead of the festive fundraiser's return next month.

• Christmas market to be held at Ripley Castle

  Ripley Castle is set to host a Christmas market featuring Yorkshire produce from local traders.

• Ripon café to host unique 'Dog Santa' event

  A Ripon café is preparing to welcome four-legged visitors this week as it hosts a festive-themed 'Dog Santa' event.

• Knaresborough rangers tackle leaves to keep streets clean and safe

  Knaresborough's Town Ranger team has been busy across the town centre as they continue to clear fallen leaves and keep public spaces safe.

• New pizzeria opens in Harrogate town centre

  A new independent pizzeria has opened its doors in Harrogate town centre.

• New art gallery opens in Harrogate

  A new art gallery has opened its doors in Harrogate.

• Warning over taxi drivers with criminal records getting licences from other authorities

  North Yorkshire Council chiefs say taxi drivers with criminal records and unsafe vehicles are able to avoid their rigorous checks by obtaining a licence from other authorities.

• Sales income means council-owned house builder is back in black

  Recent income from sales means a North Yorkshire Council-owned house builder should not need to borrow more taxpayers’ money, a senior councillor has told colleagues.