Harrogate Informer

Entrepreneurs behind ground-breaking agricultural innovations will be celebrated at the Great Yorkshire Show, to inspire new ideas for game-changing farming practices. Entries are open until 11 May 2026 for the Great Yorkshire Show Innovation Awards across five categories. Finalists will be invited to showcase their innovations at the Great Yorkshire Show, with the award winn...

Tom Gordon MP addressed the Minister this week, asking for clarity on changes to dental funding as one Harrogate dentists office struggles to fill open space. The issue was underscored to the MP when one dental practice in the town flagged that they were relying on a series of short-term contracts with NHS foundation dentists to staff one of its treatment rooms, rather than b...

Internationally renowned Yorkshire comic art festival and convention Thought Bubble has released the first wave of convention guests and speakers for its milestone 20th Edition, as it celebrates becoming one of the longest-running comic events in the country. Harrogate Convention Centre 14 and 15 November 2026 https://www.thoughtbubblefestival.com   Thought Bubble Direct...

Ofsted Inspectors have praised pupils’ positive attitudes to their learning at Harrogate High School, noting that “teaching has improved significantly” as a result of the effective change brought about by school staff leaders. The school’s latest Ofsted report has been published today (14 April 2026), after an inspection which took place in February. Harrogate High School is ...

A new registration scheme designed to improve access to North Yorkshire’s household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) and ensure the service is used fairly by residents will go live later this month. From Monday, April 27, residents will need to register their name, address and vehicle before visiting any of the county’s 20 HWRCs. The move will help to ensure the sites are used...