One of Harrogate’s most-loved family businesses is celebrating an incredible 120 years – and you’re invited

For generations of Harrogate families, a visit to Smiths has been part of creating a home. Now the iconic independent retailer is celebrating an incredible 120 years in business – and everyone is invited to join the party.

If you’ve ever bought a sofa, dining table, bed or piece of furniture from Smiths of Harrogate, there’s a good chance you’re part of its remarkable story.

Next weekend, the family-run business will celebrate 120 years of trading, making it one of Harrogate’s longest-established independent retailers and one of the town’s greatest local success stories.

To mark the milestone, the Dragon Road showroom will throw open its doors for four days of celebrations packed with exclusive offers, live entertainment, expert demonstrations and plenty of birthday treats.

🎉 Why you should visit

Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your home or simply want to support one of Harrogate’s best-loved independent businesses, there’s plenty happening throughout the anniversary weekend.

Visitors can enjoy:

• 🎂 Complimentary birthday cake, tea and coffee
• 🎁 Anniversary competitions and giveaways
• 💷 Exclusive 120th birthday discounts and special promotions
• 🛋️ Extra savings on new furniture orders
• 🎙️ Live broadcast from Pete Egerton and Your Harrogate Radio on Friday (10am–1pm)
• 👨‍🏫 Furniture demonstrations and expert advice from leading manufacturers

A Harrogate business that’s stood the test of time

Founded in 1906 by Frederick Smith, the business began as a small second-hand furniture shop.

Today, five generations later, Smiths has grown into one of North Yorkshire’s best-known independent furniture retailers while remaining proudly family owned.

Its Dragon Road showroom—known to many locals simply as “The Rink”—has helped thousands of families furnish their homes over the decades.

While retail has changed dramatically over the past century, Smiths has continued to evolve without losing the personal service and friendly advice that customers have come to expect.

❤️ “We’re incredibly proud”

Oliver Smith, great-great-grandson of founder Frederick Smith, said:

“We’re incredibly proud to be celebrating 120 years as a family business in Harrogate. It’s a real milestone for us, and we’re very grateful to our customers, colleagues and the local community for their continued support over the years.

“We wanted to mark the occasion by inviting people into the store to celebrate with us and to say thank you.”

A retailer trusted for generations

Smiths has built lasting partnerships with many of Britain’s leading furniture makers and is one of the UK’s longest-established retailers of Ercol furniture.

Its reputation has been built not just on quality products, but on trust, expert advice and a commitment to looking after customers long after they’ve made a purchase.

📅 Don’t miss the celebrations

If you’ve never visited Smiths before, this anniversary weekend is the perfect excuse.

If you’re a long-time customer, it’s a chance to celebrate a business that has been part of Harrogate life for more than a century.

Anniversary Weekend
📍 Smiths of Harrogate, Dragon Road, Harrogate

Friday 3 July – Monday 6 July

Expect birthday celebrations, exclusive offers, competitions, expert demonstrations, refreshments and a warm Yorkshire welcome.

Have you got memories of shopping at Smiths over the years? Share your favourite memories and celebrate 120 years of one of Harrogate’s true independent success stories.