Arts & Culture

Mercer Art Gallery
Promenade in the footsteps of early spa visitors as you view exciting exhibitions in the Mercer Art Gallery, from Harrogate’s Fine Art Collection to new shows of contemporary art. Built 200 years ago as the Promenade Rooms, this magnificent building was a place for spa visitors to socialise. It later became a theatre, then Town Hall, before its rebirth as the Mercer Art Gallery in 1991. You will find a wide range of ever-changing exhibitions...

Mercer Art Gallery
Promenade in the footsteps of early spa visitors as you view exciting exhibitions in the Mercer Art Gallery, from...

Beningbrough Hall, Gallery & Gardens
Beningbrough Hall, on the outskirts of Harrogate, with its eight acres of gardens is a real treat to enjoy...

Ripon Spa Gardens
This beautiful floral park in the heart of Ripon offers space for walking, play and taking a few minutes...
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With a host of private galleries, fantastic theatres and a rich and varied festival scene that packs events in for every passion and interest, Harrogate’s arts and culture scene stretches from traditional paintings and musical events to an eclectic contemporary selection of performing arts and literary discussion, and absolutely everything in-between.

Artistic Fervour Across Harrogate District
The towns around Harrogate, the city of Ripon and the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are brimming with art and sculpture from the thriving art studios to the momentous Coldstones Cut that looks out across over Nidderdale and the towns beyond.
Workshop galleries offer the chance to observe and engage with artists and craftsmen as they work, providing a broader context and understanding of their work, as well as seeing the landscape and surroundings that inspire them.

Explore the Stories of our Towns & City
The duo of Museum and Gallery in Harrogate’s elegant Montpellier Quarter are an often overlooked cultural gem in the heart of the town. With a rolling programme of exhibitions and artists this cultural hub guarantees returning visitors a new experience throughout the year.
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Behind the scenes of Arts & Culture

Harrogate's Mercer Art Gallery, hosting prestigious exhibitions that are free for everyone
From February 16 until Jun 2 there will be an exhibition of “Linescapes” by Ian Mitchell. These bold digital...
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