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Wetherby charity’s urgent volunteer appeal as activities attendance surges
Wetherby’s leading older persons charity is urgently appealing for new volunteers to join its ranks, as growing demand for its activity schedule risks outstripping current capacity.


DAMIAN LEWIS comes to Holmfirth – Picturedrome on October 2026.
Damian Lewis announces a Yorkshire date this Autumn coming to Holmfirth – Picturedrome on Sunday 25th October 2026.


Tradition meets modern market craft; Wetherby celebrates Drovers Day with vibrant Little Bird Made Artisan Market
This Sunday, 14 June, the historic market town of Wetherby is set to travel back in time while celebrating the very best of modern Yorkshire creativity. The town will host its annual Drovers Day celebrations alongside the highly anticipated Little Bird Artisan Market. Organised by the Wetherby District Lions Club and the Wetherby Bandstand Trust, Drovers Day commemorates the 150 year history of highland cattle drovers who walked livestock from Scotland down to the south of


Yorkshire residents invited to open their homes to support children’s hospice this June
People across Yorkshire are being encouraged to host their own events at home this summer, as part of a new fundraising campaign for Martin House Children's Hospice.


Science meets royal scandals at Raworths Salon North!
Have you ever wanted to find out more about the universe, or been intrigued by the scandalous world of royal mistresses? I


Spectacular ‘Luminarium’ brings magical experience to Harrogate
Luminarium – a giant walk-through art installation – will bring colour, calm and sensory bliss to The Stray in Harrogate this summer.


From handcrafted art to artisan eats - Little Bird Made land in Wetherby this Sunday
The picturesque market town of Wetherby will be showcasing vibrant artisan traders and local creativity as the Little Bird Made Artisan Market returns to the town this Sunday, 10 May from 10am.


York Decluttering Expert Hosts Workshop to inspire action for Mental Health Awareness Week
York-based professional organiser Cher Casey is hosting a live workshop “The Art of Decluttering” on Wednesday 13th May from 7-9pm at Impossible York in City Centre.


Cougar Live presents JLS and UB40 feat ALI CAMPBELL coming to Keighley Cougar Park
Cougar Live and Horlock House are delighted to announce the event of the Summer bringing world-class acts to Yorkshire’s Keighley Cougar Park


Iconic, Multi-Platinum selling band WET WET WET - Intimate Acoustic tour dates for May 2026 coming to ILKLEY
Wet Wet Wet have announced a UK acoustic tour of intimate shows where the majority of venues are located in places that they’ve never played before


Little Bird Made brings creative spirit and local talent to the heart of Wetherby
Get ready to embrace the best of Yorkshire’s creative spirit.


Classical music stars set to shine in Sunday Series grand finale
Not one, but two stellar names from the world of classical music will bring the curtain down on the 2026 Harrogate International Sunday Series in celebratory style later this month.


Salon North is back with a bang and an exciting new season
Ever wanted to know more about the hidden world of dreams, the science behind small talk, or the magic of indoor jungles? Well, Raworths Salon North has the answers to all this and a whole lot more.


Famous Spiegeltent returns to Harrogate for summer extravaganza
It’s back, and it’s bigger than ever. The much-loved Spiegeltent makes a joyous return to Harrogate this summer with 10 days of non-stop entertainment and unforgettable nights.


Little Bird Made's Spring Artisan Market Success at Harewood House
The grounds of the iconic Harewood House were transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity last weekend as the Spring Artisan Market, curated by Little Bird Made, brought together the region’s finest makers, bakers and creators.


KIEFER SUTHERLAND announces Europe and UK ‘Love Will Bring You Home’ tour, including Leeds
First full tour since 2024 following filming commitments – extensive run across Europe and the UK, including long-awaited return to Spain and a landmark London performance at Union Chapel. Internationally acclaimed actor and musician Kiefer Sutherland today announces his highly anticipated return to the stage with the Love Will Bring You Home Tour, his first full tour since 2024, following an extended period of filming on several major motion picture projects. With a gap now


A treasure trove of classical music gems set to shine bright at the 60th HACS Harrogate Music Festival
Harrogate International Festivals is celebrating its 60th anniversary in style by bringing some of the biggest names and brightest emerging stars in classical music to Harrogate this summer.


Nik Kershaw announces Summer 2026 shows!
Born Nicholas David Kershaw on 1st March 1958 in Bristol, known by all as Nik Kershaw, he grew up in Ipswich where he discovered his love for music. His father was an architect and flautist in the town’s orchestra and his mother trained as an opera singer.


Raworths step in to kick start exciting new season as Salon North sponsors
Harrogate International Festivals is delighted to announce Raworths as the new title sponsors of its hugely popular Salon North series, which returns this spring.


Crime writer leads children’s storytelling workshops
Children in six Harrogate and Knaresborough schools are getting the opportunity to hone their storytelling skills thanks to a series of workshops led by crime fiction writer Rachael Blok.
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