Harrogate Candlelighters prepare a gangster themed Autumn Ball to raise much-needed funds

Five, four, three, two, one, off go the bloody doors. It’s going to be an exciting night of fun and entertainment at the Harrogate Candlelighters Autumn Ball of 16 October at the Pavilion at Harewood House. With the aid of the Linkedin group, the Yorkshire Mafia headed by Geoff Shepherd, Harrogate anticipates a sellout event.

Charity golf day set to be a ball at Pannal

Local man, Keith Spencer is organising a charity golf day at Pannal Golf Club to raise money for Harrogate District Hospital’s Macmillan Dales Cancer Unit and to raise awareness of bowel cancer. The event starts at 1.30pm on Wednesday the 8^th September and will comprise 4-ball teams (men or women) with a shotgun start. This will be followed by a gala dinner and charity auction.

Our 6th awards ceremony, dictated by you, looks set to be a circus

Roll up, roll up. The Plush Awards returns on the 21^st October this year and we want your votes for the places you love. As with years before, voting will be open under each of the below categories, the results of which will form the basis of the shortlist, released in September and available to vote on until early October.

White Rose Festival brings classical entertainment and hospitality to castle

A festival of a different kind hits Yorkshire this December. The White Rose Winter Festival combines top notch classical entertainment with a stunning environment at Ripley Castle. With the castle's courtyard transformed into a heated auditorium, guests can enjoy the shows in comfort and style. With a large winter bar and specialist food and drink concessions, guests will be kept happy with a variety of provisions on tap.

We handpick all the elements needed to create an unforgettable day

Rudding Park Hotel

Folifoot, Harrogate, HG3 1JH, 01423 871 350

First stop: The venue. This award-winning privately owned hotel provides the perfect backdrop for a romantic wedding; their promise is an exclusive venue for your wedding party, so you won't have to share the limelight on your special day. They have a selection of banquet rooms for an unforgettable wedding reception, available to view at their Wedding Open Day on Sunday 3rd October,...

Simon Cotton is General Manager of Cedar Court Hotel and current President of the Harrogate Chamber of Commerce

What do you love about Harrogate?

Wedding planner Lisa Hogg of The Wedding Affair on why fairs can be invaluable if you pick the right ones

We definitely have our Jimmy Choo clad toes dipped into the pro wedding fair category – but then we would do, we're in the wedding industry and we love it!

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life so it is vital that the day is perfectly planned. There is a great deal to organise and a number of brides and grooms-to-be find the experience overwhelming. Planning and research are the key to success.

How do you make your wedding day, what dreams are made ...

Knaresborough furniture and interiors company Inglish Design Ltd continue success

Bespoke kitchen and furniture makers Inglish Design celebrated four successful years with the opening of their Knaresborough showroom recently. A family company established in 2006 by industry professionals Graham and Susan Ingle, Inglish now employs a talented workforce and boasts a loyal customer base.

Henshaws Yorkshire to raise funds with sponsored event

If you're feeling a bit adventurous, why not take part in Henshaws' exciting zip slide event at Baitings Reservoir near Rippondon, Halifax. The challenge is being organised by the Knaresoborugh charity, which provides services for people with sight loss and learning difficulties. Their aim is to help people develop the skills and confidence to reach their full potential in their long and short term goals. They also work with friends, family and colleagues who may have been affected by these...

La Locanda owners return with new Italian restaurant Sant' Angelo

Sant’ Angelo restaurant, which opened its doors on Monday 26th August raising money for Martin House Children’s Hospice, is set to be Wetherby’s newest culinary hotspot.

The owners, Franco and Catherine Del Buono are returning to the same spot where their former restaurant, La Laconda was situated 20 years ago, a small 50 seater in the Horsefair centre. However, Sant’ Angelo is a slight upgrade, with a capacity of 150, as well as an adjoining wine bar that would seat another 100.

New boutique-patisserie delivers a slice of heaven to Harrogate

A new and unique boutique-patisserie, situated on Station Parade in Harrogate, provides a distinctly different take on the tradition of afternoon tea. Described by Director, Charlotte Marrifield, as an example of 'total indulgence', Sugar Therapy is a contemporary combination of all of your favourite treats.

Alexa Van Pagh Beauty hosts official opening party

Having already enjoyed a month of successful business in its new location off Kings Road, Alexa Van Pagh Beauty celebrated with a sparkling launch party on the 12th August. Guests were treated to Champagne and Mama Doreen's cupcakes, as well as state of the art skin mapping by Dermalogica; one of several treatments offered by the salon. Read More

St Joseph's Trust dinner dance planned in support of education in Ghana

St Joseph's Trust invite you to A Night for Light; A dinner dance, held at The Cedar Court Hotel in Harrogate, in order to support education in Ghana. Through the event the trust hopes to fund solar power for schools in the western region of Ghana, where the electricity supply is intermittent.