The Harrogate Holidays Blog

We 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.

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The Coldstones Cut

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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.

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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.

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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.

1. Harrogate Pump Room Museum- sample the waters if you dare!
2. Harrogate Montpellier Quarter for Character Shopping
3. Harrogate Turkish baths and Health Spa- just to relax
4. 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.
5. Carry on through to Hammerton and Poppleton and onto York
6. York National Railway Museum for all enthusiasts is a must
7. Jorvik centre in York
8. Castle Museum and York Dungeon
9. Back onto the train to pass through Harrogate to Headingley famous for cricket and the Leeds Rhinos rugby league team
10. 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.

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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.

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If 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

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