Harrogate is situated in the picturesque county of North Yorkshire. With the perfect mix of modern and traditional, Harrogate has it all. A beautiful town, with stylish restaurants and bars, exclusive boutiques and excellent leisure facilities, but all within easy reach of the area’s beautiful heritage sites such as Brimham Rocks and Ripley Castle.

So why not relax and unwind at the Harrogate Turkish Baths and Health Spa, followed by an evening at the Harrogate Theatre, followed by a drink in one of the city’s many cosmopolitan pubs and wine bars.

Make sure you don’t miss out on a fancy high tea at Bettys Café Tearooms. Established in 1919 and owned by the same company that makes Yorkshire Tea, this renowned chain of tea rooms is a traditional coffee shop offering the highest levels of service: drink your tea from china cups and eat your cream pies in a silver cake stand!

Harrogate is surrounded by some stunning sites, including How Stean Gorge, a magnificent limestone gorge, teeming with opportunities for active pursuits such as abseiling or gorge walks. Thrill seekers can also visit Lightwater Valley, in Ripon, where attractions include The Ultimate; the longest roller coaster in Europe, or the Wave; Britain’s largest Swing Boat.

Harrogate really does have all the facilities you would expect in a big city, but without the hustle, bustle, noise and pollution of city life. Only 30 minutes from York, and also close to Leeds, whilst being surrounded by the county’s vast offer of beautiful scenery, it really is the perfect place for a weekend getaway. Click here for hotels in Harrogate.