As January comes to an end, I wanted to take a moment to recognise the power of collaboration within our Chamber community.

Jones Myers family law solicitor Katie Jennings has successfully completed the key first stage of her training to become an accredited Family Law Mediator. 

Chamber member Supporting Older People (SOP) is inviting the local business community to dress in their race-day best for a fabulous afternoon of fundraising and entertainment.

The Harrogate Competitive Festival For Music Speech and Drama (not to be confused with the Harrogate International Festival) will celebrate its 90th year in October 2026.  

On Friday 17th April, renowned speakers Rob Northfield and Tony Dorigo will be delivering a powerful Leadership Masterclass in Leeds, designed to build confidence, resilience and strong leadership, both in the workplace and in everyday life. Places are just £99, with all proceeds supporting Henshaws.

Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce (HDCC) is inviting local business leaders to The Pavilions of Harrogate on Monday, 9th February for a meeting dedicated to streamlining operations and reducing business overheads.

Matilda Lloyd, recently shortlisted for Young Artist of the year at the Royal Philharmonic Society Awards 2026, returns to Harrogate next month. 

Harrogate BID reflected on a year of strong delivery, collaboration and town centre impact at its Annual General Meeting, held on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at The Crown Hotel. 

After nearly two decades of experience at Horsforth School, Sharon Mayo has been appointed as the new Head of Design Technology at Duchy College, Harrogate. 

Berwins Solicitors has appointed a new head of its corporate and commercial division. 

28 January 2026: Harrogate International Festivals today announced the full line up of Special Guest headliners for the 2026 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, the world’s largest and most prestigious celebration of crime fiction, taking place 23-26 July 2026.

Harrogate Skills 4 Living (HS4L), a leading local charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism, is inviting expressions of interest from individuals who would like to contribute their skills, experience, and passion as new members of its Board of Trustees.

Tom Gordon, Liberal Democrat MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, today led a parliamentary debate demanding tougher action against failing water companies and real accountability for bosses who preside over pollution, rising bills and collapsing public trust.

Women across York and North Yorkshire who are not currently in paid employment because of caring responsibilities or study commitments are being invited to share their experiences as part of a new research project supported by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA).

ActionCOACH Harrogate is hosting a free masterclass for business owners and leaders who understand that sustainable growth is driven by people, not just numbers. 

Harrogate BID is pleased to confirm its support for the return of Harrogate Restaurant Week, which will take place from Monday, 16th to Sunday, 22nd February 2026. 

Harrogate BID is delighted to announce the full programme of events for the third annual Harrogate Self Care Week, which will return in February with an expanded and diverse schedule of wellbeing sessions across the town.

As we step into 2026, I want to wish all our members a very Happy New Year.