We are incredibly lucky in Harrogate to have so much to entertain us on our doorstep! We even have our own Comedy Club entering its seventh successful year of residency at Harrogate Theatre. Many of today’s top funny men and women have cut their teeth at the Hyena Comedy Club – Jason Manford, Alan Carr, Russell Howard, Rhod Gilbert and Chris Addison to name but a few. Treat yourself to a weekend in Harrogate with Harrogate Holidays and spend Saturday night catching up on the next big thing in comedy – tickets only £12 – what are you waiting for???
Laugh like a Hyena!!
•January 19, 2012 • Leave a CommentWe had time to …
•January 12, 2012 • Leave a CommentWe had time to get out and about during the Christmas break to blow away the cobwebs and were “blown away” by the spectacular Coldstones Cut, just west of Pateley Bridge. This massive sculpture commissioned by Hanson Aggregates and Nidderdale Visual Arts allows visitors to freely walk through and explore and array of platforms to view the Coldstones Quarry and the stunning surrounding Nidderdale scenery. It is Yorkshire’s biggest and highest public artwork and is truly awesome !
Stay at a Harrogate Holidays properties nearby – Buchanty House, Greystone Cottage, Fern Bank Mews, Liberty Hall, The Mistal and The Spring, Well Barn Cottage, Rose and Daffodil Cottages and Rayner’s Barn.
The Great Christmas Getaway
•November 10, 2011 • Leave a Comment
The nights have now well and truly drawn in and it is still a long way to the big day, so how about a festive pick-me-up? Christmas has come early at Harrogate Holidays where 30+ properties are participating in a Festive Breaks Offer. Enjoy a two night break from £25 per person per night. We can even help you to prepare for Christmas – stay in a chic town centre apartment and browse the fantastic shops for special gifts for loved ones……. or if you prefer to escape to the country and get away from the hustle and bustle, enjoy long leisurely walks and then snuggle up in front of a roaring log fire in a cosy cottage.
For the truly young at heart, X Factor finalists are performing live every Friday night from 11th November to Christmas at Harrogate’s no 1 night spot, the Viper Rooms, with tickets from just £5. Harrogate Holidays has apartments just a few minutes walk away.
Harrogate Holidays Festive Breaks are not available online, so call us today on 01423 523333 to book, but hurry as demand is high.
Harrogate is Blooming Marvellous!
•September 1, 2011 • Leave a Comment
The world famous Harrogate Flower Show is celebrating its centenary year and the Autumn Show between 16th and 18th September promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
Visitors will be flocking from far and wide to celebrate the best of the Summer’s blooms and produce – so whether you are a budding Alan Titchmarsh, or just enjoy pottering with your window box – there is something for you! This year, for the first time, there is even a giant vegetable show – expect records to be broken by unbelievable onions, mammoth marrows and gigantic gooseberries!!
There is also plenty of retail therapy to be had – whether it’s delicious food, low on food miles, from the Deliciouslyorkshire stands, a spot of early Christmas shopping for the cream of local crafts, plants and gardening tools galore and much, much more.
Harrogate Holidays has some last minute availability for show visitors so check out our website and enjoy a last burst of Summer in Harrogate. Visit Harrogate Flower Show for advance discounted tickets.
10 things to do without using a car when staying in Harrogate
•July 19, 2011 • Leave a Comment
Now there is a Harrogate to London train direct train service once a day, there’s no need to bring the car when you have booked a self catering stay with Harrogate Holidays. Here are some of the local towns and villages you can visit by train.
- Harrogate Pump Room Museum- sample the waters if you dare!
- Harrogate Montpellier Quarter for Character Shopping
- Harrogate Turkish baths and Health Spa- just to relax
- Travel on the train to Knaresborough, to explore the Castle, Mother Shiptons Cave or on Wednesday visit the open air market complete with Town Crier.
- Carry on through to Hammerton and Poppleton and onto York
- York National Railway Museum for all enthusiasts is a must
- Jorvik centre in York
- Castle Museum and York Dungeon
- Back onto the train to pass through Harrogate to Headingley famous for cricket and the Leeds Rhinos rugby league team
- Visit the Royal Armouries in Leeds and stay for a show at the West Yorkshire Playhouse
And Leeds City Museum is a must!
Back to Harrogate to your Harrogate Holidays self catering property to enjoy the plethora of superb restaurants the town has to offer.
Little ways to make your stay special!
•August 11, 2010 • 1 Comment
A bouquet by Caine
There are so many reasons to come to Harrogate, whether it’s business or pleasure we want to help you get the most out of staying with Harrogate Holiday Cottages. So working together with some of Harrogate’s finest businesses we put together a list of “EXTRAS” that are available when booking your property.
Flowers are a great way to surprise or treat your travelling companion, expertly prepared and delivered by Caine. Caine is one of the finest contemporary florists in Harrogate, offering beautiful high quality flower arrangements. A contemporary bouquet can be delivered to your property for £40.00. The option to organise this when you confirm your property choice.
We’ve all been away and felt that we’ve finally got the time to indulge a little time on ourselves, but not known where to get a really good pampering. The girls at Harrogate Holiday Cottages can firmly recommend Harrogate Cosmetic Centre. Located in the centre of Harrogate, this place is a real retreat. When you book a property there is the option to book a manicure fo £20 and pedicure for £26 – Go on treat yourselves!
Harrogate Cosmetic Clinic
Finally, we have a relationship with COOK! for superb ready prepared meals we are in the process organising ready meals to be ready and waiting for you on your arrival! Watch this space and the website for more details.
Get away to Harrogate in a Group!
•July 5, 2010 • Leave a CommentIf you are looking for a short break or a week or two away with a group, it’s often difficult to find the perfect location to suit everyone’s needs. Everyone has different ideas about what they want from a holiday or break away plus it’s not always easy to find the right group accommodation. We believe (well we would!) that Harrogate is the perfect spot for a group to get away to.
Harrogate in North Yorkshire is a town full of independent shops, some of the best cafe culture in the North of England, has a vibrant nightlife and the UK’s finest Turkish Baths. Just a short drive from Harrogate there’s a wealth of things to enjoy in North Yorkshire, the pretty market towns of Knaresbrough & Pateley Bridge are full of things to do and the gentle landscape is perfect for walking of simply find a village pub and “kick back” with friends.
When your day’s activities are done you’ll find a superb selection of properties ideal for groups or families. Stay in central Harrogate Apartments, five modern apartments sleeping up to 21 people, perfect for friends or family who wish to enjoy each other ‘s company but value some space of their own.
If you prefer to be in the Dales and are looking for family accommodation, we have a group of converted farm buildings, sleeping up to 14 in three farm yard cottages or for real luxury stay over looking a 12th Century Cistercian Priory. Harrogate Holiday Cottages can arrange 3 properties – sleeping up to 13 people.
So if you need a town or country location, modern or traditional, five people or fifteen, give Harrogate Holiday Cottages a call on 01423 523333 or book on line harrogateholidays.co.uk
Restaurants in Harrogate
•May 26, 2010 • Leave a Comment
We are really lucky in Harrogate to have so many fine eating establishments within the town and surrounding area, so we thought we’d share a few of our favourite restaurants. Within Harrogate town there are a diverse range of restuarants on offer, it’s certainly worth booking in advance as these restaurants are very popular although the good ones are usually booked up, so we’ve included their telephone numbers. Sasso’s is a great Italian restaurant located in the picturesque Princes Square, the pasta is highly acclaimed and we are great fans of the DIY brushetta to share! It’s popular to reservations as recommended call 01423 508838.
Harrogate Town Centre is also well served for oriental cuisine with the highly rated Royal Bath’s Chinese and The Orchid Thai Restaurant. The Royal Bath’s is a stunning dining experience in the newly refurbished building, the owners have spent £1.5million on the interior alone - it really is a grand experience! They also have private dining available – if you are travelling with a group of friends or business collegues – call 01423 536888
The Orchid – Is a real favourite with superb “Pacific Rim” food, again conviently located near the Conference Centre on Swan Road, the “Weeping Tiger” - Chargrilled sizzling sliced sirloin served rare with Thai lemongrass & bird’s eye chilli dip -is delicious! The service is fabulous too! 01423 560425 for reservations.
If you are staying in or around Knaresborough or are happy to drive ten minutes from Harrogate town centre, The General Tarleton, Ferrensby is a superb fine dining pub – it’s focus is very much on locally sourced, high quality ingredients, John Topham the chef patron is passionate about seasonal food cooked well! Call 01423 340284 to book a table.
Hopefully, this will whet your appetite for a trip to Harrogate!
The Yorkshire Business Market 2010
•April 19, 2010 • Leave a CommentWe are off to the Yorkshire Business Market next Monday (26th April). This week we are busy pulling together all our literature and our stand. The Business Market, is held at The Pavilions of Harrogate at the Yorkshire Showground 11am – 6pm. It’s an event held by the Chamber of Commerce and attracts lots of business from around Yorkshire, if you do business within the Yorkshire area, it’s really worth a look, there’s loads of stalls, free “Ask the Expert” one-to-one clinics and loads of networking opportunities. But the highlight must be a trip to meet us at the Harrogate Holiday Cottages Stand!!! Not ones to blow our own trumpet, but we won the “Best Small Stand” award last year, so come and see our new and improved version this year. We’ve got lots of “give aways” and we’d be keen to meet you! Entry is free.
Alison - Pictured in the red top as proud stand winner at 2009 Event!
