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MARTYN’S LAW: Essential Resources for Venues and Event Organisers
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, aka Martyn's Law, is now written into law. Are you ready to keep your events safe?
MEET THE TEAM: Darren Peters, Sales Account Manager
Get to know Darren Peters, Sales Account Manager who looks after the public sector at HCC.
How can you make your event more sustainable?
One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by choosing the right venue. Here’s how it can help organisers create eco-friendly events.
Unsung heroes: Event catering team
Members of Matcham’s Catering at Harrogate Convention Centre talk to us about what it’s like to work in event catering and what keeps them going.
Challenge accepted – running and cycling the Yorkshire hills
Long Course Weekend athletes share their experience at Europe’s biggest multisport event and recommendations for cycling and running around Harrogate.
MEET THE TEAM: Rob Telfer, Executive Chef, Matcham’s
Get to know some of the key members who work hard behind the scenes to make your banquet, conference or exhibition a smooth and enjoyable experience.
[Guest Blog] Beyond friendly faces and enthusiasm: how events can offer a mental health boost
Ahead of BTME, the trade show's organiser shares their efforts, progress and challenges on incorporating wellbeing elements in the event.
From home gathering to international gaming festival: how Harrogate nurtures the expansion of AireCon
Harrogate has seen some events grow exponentially over a few years, thanks to the vision and hard work of the organisers but also the unique location.
What happens when business events come to Harrogate?
What is the impact of these business events to the local economy? Well, let’s speak to some of the local businesses....
MEET THE TEAM: Jamila Bray, Sales Account Manager
Get to know Jamila Bray, Sales Account Manager who looks after the corporate sector at HCC.
Video: Former HCC technical manager remembers "disrupting" BBC's way of working at Eurovision 1982
Tony Gill, former technical manager, recounts how HCC's cutting-edge facilities impressed BBC—so much so they brought Eurovision to Harrogate in 1982.
Ideas for your next ‘bleisure’ trip to Harrogate
The wider Harrogate district has a lot to offer ‘bleisure’ travellers who wish to make the best of a business trip to Harrogate.
What's on this Christmas in Harrogate?
With a variety of Christmas activities on offer, Harrogate promises a memorable holidays season for everyone.
Honouring Victims of Terrorism—by Making Events Safe
As International Day of Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism approaches, we take a look at what venues and organisers are doing to keep everyone safe.
40 Years since Eurovision
Take a walk down memory lane and revisit some of the great events at HCC since Eurovision, how they have helped shape Harrogate and what’s next.
2021: Good riddance to 2020, it’s time to look forward.
Now that we’ve finally said good riddance to 2020, it’s time to finally look forward. Check out some of the 2021 highlights waiting ahead…
Thought Bubble Goes Back to the Drawing Board
As the events sector is shut down by the pandemic a comic book art festival is using creativity and innovation to heroically rescue its flagship event
Harrogate: The Medical Legacy
Harrogates existence is rooted in the spa treatments that shaped the town. The Nightingale Hospital is the next step in its medical history and legacy
Harrogate Convention Centre - The NHS Nightingale Story
Just over a week after Captain Moore officially opened NHS Nightingale Yorkshire and Humber - it’s time to reflect on a month when everything changed.
Early Bird Run Takes Delegates by Storm
Harrogate residents, event delegates and organisers find themselves enjoying 6am runs as the well-being trend in the event industry grows.
Game on for AireCon 2017
Harrogate Convention Centre will host its first convention for board game enthusiasts on the back of a growing trend for ‘analog’ gaming.
Billy Ocean plus special guest, March 2016
When The Going Gets Tough, come and see Billy Ocean at the Convention Centre
Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show announces Harrogate dates
The Stitching Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show will take place for the first time in Harrogate in April, following similar events in London and Birmingham
Flooring Show figures go through the roof
One of the longest running trade shows in the North of England enjoyed its best year ever at Harrogate International Centre
Discounts for travellers in rail deal
Harrogate Convention Centre has agreed a deal with Virgin Trains to bring travel discounts for visitors to the North Yorkshire venue.
Harrogate Choral Society – Popular Choral Classics
From Zadok the Priest to Jerusalem; expect a wonderful evening of glorious choral singing.
Royal Hall earns TripAdviser excellence award
The Royal Hall in Harrogate has received recognition of its excellent service by one of the world’s leading travel sites.