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Great Knaresborough Bed Race

Great Knaresborough Bed Race 2026 draw tonight as event oversubscribed The iconic Great Knaresborough Bed Race is set for a major moment tonight as organisers hold a draw to decide which teams will compete in this year’s hugely popular event…

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Alert Roadworks

Harrogate Roadworks This Week: Major Delays, Closures & Traffic Updates (May 2026) Drivers across Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon are facing major roadworks and traffic delays this week, with key routes affected by closures, temporary traffic lights and long-term infrastructure works…

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Day Nurseries

Harrogate nursery Busy Bees Nursery Harrogate Cornwall Road ranked among top 20 in Yorkshire and the Humber A Harrogate nursery has been recognised among the top 20 nurseries in Yorkshire and the Humber, highlighting the town’s reputation for high-quality childcare…

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North Yorkshire Council Leader

North Yorkshire Council Leader Faces Leadership Challenge from Keane Duncan The leadership of North Yorkshire Council is set for a decisive vote this week as Conservative councillors prepare to choose their group leader — a move that could determine who…

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Man given suspended sentence

Man given suspended sentence after assault at Crown Hotel in Harrogate A man has been given a suspended prison sentence after slapping his girlfriend in the face during a public incident at the Crown Hotel in Harrogate. The assault, which…

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GARDENING

Gardening

What to look forward to from your garden in May With two bank holiday weekends in May, we’ve got plenty of time to get out into the garden. There's lots to plant as the danger of frosts passes and the…

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Kex Gill

Kex Gill A59 reopening date confirmed as major North Yorkshire road scheme nears completion The long-awaited A59 Kex Gill road reopening has been confirmed for mid-summer 2026, as the £82.5 million improvement scheme enters its final construction phase in North…

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Artisan Markets

A series of artisan markets in Harrogate and Knaresborough will take place over the May Bank Holiday weekend 2026, bringing together independent traders, street food vendors and family-friendly outdoor experiences. Residents and visitors can enjoy three days of markets celebrating…

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