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Things To Do Around Harrogate Town
You’ll struggle to find time for all the things to do in Harrogate, so read have read and find what attractions and activities are too good for you to miss.
The iconic 19th century Pump Room, originally built to welcome Victorian visitors, is now home to a fascinating museum of the town’s fashionable Spa history, together with the nearby the Mercer Gallery which has an important collection of artwork spanning the centuries right up to present day offer fascinating insights into the town’s history.
Both venues offer regular exhibitions to local and guest art works and artefacts.
The stunning Victorian Royal Baths, a grade II listed building is home to the internationally famous Turkish Baths and Spa with its extraordinary Moorish interiors and offering a program of treatments and therapies that will give a new understanding of relaxation.
You can enjoy a slower pace of exploration as you browse the delightful cobbled Montpellier Quarter housing art galleries, antique and vintage shops, jewellers, boutiques, restaurants, cafes and bars – such is a range of things to do in Harrogate.
Harrogate theatres offer comedy, drama and music across the venues, from the magnificent Royal Hall to the more relaxed and intimate Studio Theatre, and hosting big name touring shows and the best of local talent including their own acclaimed productions.
Harrogate’s parks and gardens are an intrinsic part of its charm, and the Valley gardens will offer a happy hour of exploration for anyone with an interest in horticulture and many hours more entertainment for young active minds with limitless energy.
The Stray offers a contrast with 200 acres of open grassland, and giving the town its open feeling of spaces and freedom.
A short journey from the town in all directions quickly reaches beautiful countryside; just on the outskirts of the town and easily within walking distance of the centre, RHS Garden Harlow Carr is very special – offering stunning plant and flower displays in a naturalized setting with frequent visitor events and activities.
Just a few miles out of Harrogate the village of Ripley is a must visit, with its gentle walks, famous ice cream and its 14th century castle offering regular tours and beautiful gardens.
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Stockeld Park
Type
Adventure Park / Playground
Harrogate
Stockeld Park – where magic is made and adventures begin... perfectly located between Harrogate and Leeds and just off the A1. Join us in our beautiful Yorkshire Parkland and have an adventure for all the family whatever the season. In Spring and Summer enjoy outdoor and indoor fun whether rain or...
Valley Gardens, Harrogate
Type
Garden
Harrogate
The Valley Gardens Harrogate are English Heritage Grade II Listed gardens situated in regal Low Harrogate, which along with woodland, are known as The Pinewoods cover 17 acres.
The Valley Gardens Harrogate contain a greater number of mineral springs than any other known place - visit the area...
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Type
Garden
Harrogate
One of Yorkshire’s most relaxing and innovative gardens at the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, RHS Harlow Carr is a showcase of horticultural excellence all year round!
Wonder through the tranquil surroundings of this stunning 58 acre garden and gain ideas for your own borders, or simply relax...
The Spirit of Harrogate Experience
Type
Tasting Experience
Harrogate
Spirit of Harrogate offers three unique ways to discover gin in a private setting. Each of our tasting packages focus on a different aspect and you can pick from: The Spirit of Gin, The Cocktail Master and Just the Tonic.
Within each experience you will enjoy activities such as: Gin Tasting,...
Rudding Park Spa
Type
Hotel Spa
Harrogate
Rudding Park Spa is one of the finest in the country and recaptures Harrogate’s spa heritage using natural waters from the grounds at Rudding Park. Wellness of mind, body and soul are at the heart of The Spa - a peaceful, serene space to focus on you.
The Roof Top Spa and Garden offers an...
Mercer Art Gallery
Type
Gallery
Harrogate
The Mercer Art Gallery has two spaces, the Main Gallery and the smaller North Gallery and entry is free to all visitors.
The changing exhibition programme for both galleries ranges from national touring exhibitions of painting, photography, sculpture and crafts to exhibitions from the...
Harrogate Theatre
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Harrogate Theatre is a nationally respected and critically acclaimed theatre hosting a vibrant programme of drama, dance, music and comedy in their main house, studio theatre, Royal Hall and Harrogate International Centre. It both produces and co-produces work in association with some of the best...
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Harrogate Ringway
Type
Town Walk
Harrogate
This popular 20 mile walk circles the spa town of harrogate, taking in points of interest along the way.
Route maps are available from Harrogate Tourist Information Centre
Turkish Baths & Health Spa
Type
Spa
Harrogate
The unique Royal Turkish Baths Harrogate building first opened in 1897.
The original Turkish Baths Harrogate was only one of a vast number of facilities available, including medicinal waters’ dispensary, hydrotherapy departments, mud baths and steam rooms.
There was a full complement of...
The Hydro Pool and Gym, Harrogate
Type
Leisure / Swimming Pool
Harrogate
Situated on the north side of Harrogate, the Hydro Swimming Pool is ranked as Harrogate's premier aquatics venue.
The Hydro was officially opened on 30th April 1999 as a replacement for the aging Coppice Valley pool.
The Hydro offers:
* 3 Swimming...
Harrogate Tourist Information Centre
Harrogate
Whilst visiting Harrogate make your first stop the Harrogate Tourist Information Centre, located in the magnificent Royal Baths at the historic heart of town.
Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are on hand to help you make the most of your visit.
Looking for a place to stay?
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Old Magnesia Well Pump Room
Type
Landmark
Harrogate
The Old Magnesia Well Pump Room is situated in the Town's famous Valley Gardens. Dating from 1858 for the dispensing of mineral waters rich in sulphur, iron and other elements deemed of value, it was used for the treatment of gout, rheumatism, digestive disorders and anaemia, this Gothic-style...
The Stray, Harrogate
Type
Landmark
Harrogate
One of Harrogate’s best known landmarks, the Stray, is 200 acres of grass parkland that encompasses the town centre on the southern half, as well and giving the town a uniquely green and specious feel, it provides a public space for games, walks and relaxation.
With so many great food and...
Royal Pump Room Museum
Type
Museum
Harrogate
Visit the strongest sulphur wells in Europe, where over 15,000 people used to come every summer.
Discover Harrogate's connection to Russian royalty and what politicians and famous writers of the 19th and 20th century thought of their visits.
Charles Dickens described Harrogate as the queerest...
The Harrogate Mystery Treasure Trail
Type
Walking Tour
Harrogate
The Harrogate Mystery Treasure Trail is certainly a unique way to explore the historical streets of Harrogate and is suitable for anyone aged 6 to 106.
This 2 mile Mystery themed Treasure Trail is a little like cluedo on foot and you’ll have to keep your eyes peeled to solve the case...
Crimple Valley Viaduct
Type
Landmark
Harrogate
The Crimple Valley Viaduct carries the Harrogate to Leeds railway line across Crimple Beck, and its Valley. The structure which is Grade II listed has 31 arches each spanning over 15.5 meters making for a total length of over half a kilometre.
The Viaduct was completed in 1848 by the York and...
Starbeck Baths
Type
Leisure / Swimming Pool
Harrogate
Situated in Starbeck near Harrogate, Starbeck Baths was built in 1870 and is a delightful small community pool with water temperature usually at 31ºC.
Our Pool is 18m x 7m with a pool depth of 0.8 – 1.7m
Facilities include:
Car parking
Pool viewing area
Spacious changing rooms
Baby changing...
Walk from Valley Gardens to Harlow Carr
Type
Town Walk
Harrogate
Walk through Harrogate's majestic Valley Gardens, through the pine woodlands of Harlow Hill to the horticultural gem that is RHS Harlow Carr.
Maps are available from Harrogate Tourist Information Centre just down Crescent Road from the Valley Gardens and include a voucher for discounted entry.
Royal Hall
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Harrogate’s Royal Hall, a stunning Edwardian Theatre built in 1903, is a venue for events, arts and entertainment.
Regular open days held by the restoration charity allow visitors to tour the grade II listed building, gain insight to the heritage of this local landmark and contribute to the...
Games in the Park - Valley Gardens
Type
Family Fun
Harrogate
Games in the Park for Valley Gardens offers a great opportunity to get outdoors and get active. As well as 4 Tennis Courts, Valley Gardens offers an 18 hole crazy golf course & 18 holes of Pitch and Put. If you fancy trying something a bit more unique there is 9 hole disc golf... Disc golf...
Spofforth Castle
Type
Castle / Fort
Harrogate
Spofforth Castle was once a grand and important house, scene of lavish banquets and powerful seat of power over of the surrounding feudal lands, and has stood in some form since at least the time of the Norman Conquest.
Still recognisable for what it was the castle and surrounding park are...
St Wilfrid's Church
Type
Church / Chapel
Harrogate
A magnificent Grade 1 listed church situated a short walk from the conference centre and the centre of town.
Designed by renowned architect Temple Moore and his son-in-law Leslie Moore, the church, cloisters, hall and cottage are the only Grade 1 listed buildings in the town of Harrogate. ...
Live for Today
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Harrogate
Here at Live For Today Adventures we follow the philosophy that life is for living and boy do we LIVE it!
We offer an extensive range of exhilarating site based and offsite adventurous activities across Yorkshire. Whether it's a fun packed family day out, or a corporate team building day you're...
Pannal Golf Club
Type
Golf Course
Harrogate
Pannal is the only course in Harrogate and North Yorkshire recognised by the R&A as an Open Qualifier venue: in July 2015 we co-hosted the Men’s English Amateur Championship. We can promise you that Pannal will provide a most enjoyable and challenging test for any keen golfer: it is set up to be...
Rudding Park Golf Club
Type
Golf Course
Harrogate
Rudding Park Golf offers the most comprehensive golf facility in the north of England, providing a range of golfing experiences for members, visitors, societies and corporate groups.
Choose from the 18 hole par 72 Hawtree Course, 6 hole par 3 Repton Short Course or improve your handicap with...
Oakdale Golf Club
Type
Golf
Harrogate
Oakdale Golf Club enjoys an enviable position right in the heart of Harrogate, set amidst tranquil and picturesque surroundings. It’s the only 18-hole golf course lying within the town boundaries yet is famed for its rural atmosphere and peaceful position, free from traffic noise.
We have...
Nidderdale Greenway
Type
Cycle Route
Harrogate
The former railway line is also known as the Nidderdale Greenway.
As well as developing the traffic-free path, this route development included bringing back into use the Grade 2 listed, seven-arch Nidd Gorge Viaduct and providing new safe crossings of the A61 near Ripley.
The Greenway also links...
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