Things to do in Harrogate

Harrogate Convention Centre is a multipurpose complex containing several entertainment venues. With around 2,000 seats, the main auditorium is famous for hosting the 1982 Eurovision Song Contest. Check out the varied program and choose from the many shows across the center’s eight halls.

Ripley Castle and Gardens is a 14th-century lakeside estate that includes scenic grounds and a resplendent building. Tours of the mansion and the surrounding gardens trace the history of generations of the affluent Ingilby family. Bring the whole family to learn about the estate’s relation to the Gunpowder Plot and the British monarchy.

Dating back to the turn of the 20th century, the Royal Hall is one of Harrogate’s most iconic theaters. The auditorium seats over 900 people and puts on a variety of entertainment. Admire the regal ballroom with its gold-leaf balconies, dark wood features and a large multipurpose stage.

Harrogate Theatre has an eclectic program that includes dance, music, comedy and plays. The theater makes use of its own auditorium as well as the majestic Royal Hall to produce shows for all the family. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at the festivals held in this lively complex.

Since 1906, Pannal Golf Club has welcomed some of the best of the U.K.’s golfers to its bright green lawns. The only course in North Yorkshire to be certified as an Open qualifier venue, it is designed to be both challenging and welcoming, making it a worthy destination for anyone looking to practice his or her golf game while on vacation. Take a break from Harrogate’s famous hot springs and test your game on a golf course redesigned in the early 20th century by the famous Alister MacKenzie.