Hello! My partner is needing to get to London Heathrow with two fairly large, heavy pieces of luggage solo. The last time we did this together we did the trains and it was feasible together; however this time she's going solo. Trying to ponder the most direct way without having to drag bags too far.
What other options are there? Has anyone tried Home James car service for this?
Thanks in advance!
As per the title, can anyone recommend any Harrogate based book clubs? I’ve never been in one so not sure exactly what to expect but keen to try it out.
Looking for one that meets at least once a month and open to all genres
I run a digital business in tech / startup (SaaS / AI). New here.
If you are a business owner or are considering being an entrepreneur, and looking to connect with likeminded people in your local area, feel free to leave a comment and I will make a WhatsApp group
If there’s any other groups or investor conferences as well I’d be interested in learning more !
Please can anyone offer advice about this area as a place to live? I have seen horror stories online about crime etc, but is it really that bad? I would appreciate any advice from locals about what it's really like. Thank you.
I know it's a long shot but are any bars doing anything or any events going on for American independence day on the 4th of July?
I just wanted to share a tiny story from today that reminded me why I love living in Harrogate so much.
I took my chihuahua to Valley Gardens earlier, and we were playing with her toy - a little yellow octopus. At one point I tucked it under the bench we were sitting on and…. I completely forgot about it. I didn’t realise until I’d already spent some time in town and walked home (45+ minutes) and by then a few hours had passed.
I kept telling myself it was probably gone - picked up by another dog or a child and honestly, that thought made me smile a bit because it is a cute toy and I liked the idea of it making someone else’s day. But I couldn’t shake the feeling that maybe, just maybe, it might still be there.
So I got a lift back this evening.
And it was still there. 😁
Not only that but someone had propped it up neatly next to the bench instead of leaving it hidden underneath. That tiny act of kindness absolutely made my day. It’s such a small thing, but it reminded me how thoughtful people around here can be.
So, to whoever noticed the little yellow octopus and chose to leave it for us… thank you. Harrogate really is full of good souls.
Time for another one of these posts that everyone loves...
I am looking to move and seen properties in Mayfield Grove which I know has a really bad reputation.
I have just seen some properties down Avenue Grove which look lovely but everyone is saying "it's not that bad" which naturally has me slightly concerned.
People that live there or know the area better than me is it ok there? I will be moving in there with my son and want somewhere safe for him
Some friends and I are going to complete this pub crawl which involves a drink at every pub / bar in Knaresborough.
I've tentatively put them in the rough order below. The logic for starting at spoons is for the fry up breakfast.
Am I missing any obvious pubs?
The Crown Inn
The Worlds End
Knaresborough Inn
The Mitre
Track and Sleeper
Carriages
Knaresborough Working Mens Club (if open)
Six Poor Folk
The Groves Inn
Berry's Tavern
1858 Bar
Park Place Social Club (if open)
SO! BAR
The Hart (H Bar)
Old Royal Oak
Blind Jacks
The Market Tavern
The Cross Keys
George and Dragon
Half Moon
Mother Shipton Inn
I don't even know if pubs are allowed to be open, but worth an ask.
Does anyone have a recommended house cleaner with availability and coverage for Harrogate? I’ve had trouble finding a reliable one.
Thank you!
I’m on the South Eastern side of town and there has been an alarm going off non stop all day.
Looking for friends 18+ with similar interests to chat and hang out with!!
I’m really into Star Wars, gaming, flower arranging, crafts and a huge fan of 2nd and 4th wave emo & post hardcore music. I have AuDHD and willing to try new things.
Replies don’t show on my posts so please DM!
Where is the nearest body of water, river, lake to Harrogate that is not polluted or relatively safe to paddle or swim?
I know about Pool Bridge Farm and Rudding Park but wondering if there is somewhere I don't know about that is nearby, free of charge and pollution.
Hi!
We moved to Harrogate about a year ago and have been with Medivet since that's what we were using in London. However there is no 24hrs service available for emergencies and once we had to drive to their branch in Thirsk overnight.
We are thinking about switching to new vet. What are your recommendations? Ideally we want one that has 24hr emergency service either in Harrogate or really close (like Wetherby).
I went ahead and made a Discord Server for anyone in Harrogate looking to make friends since there doesn't seem to be any :)
I'm 30 and live with physical limitations and chronic pain, I'm unable to leave the house often. I've lived in Harrogate for a few years now, but I don't know anybody and I'm far away from where I grew up.
If this appeals to you at all, you're welcome to join, there seems to be a lot of people like myself who are looking for connections too.
Hello I was just wondering if there's any group chats like Discord servers and the like to make friends in Harrogate? Specifically looking for somewhere that maybe chats about video games and stuff like that. I'm 30, so I'd prefer somewhere within my age range.
I have a disability, so just going outside and meeting people isn't an option for me.
Hello! Does anyone have any recommendations for nurseries in Harrogate?
what clubs are there for adults who don’t get out much and want to make friends?