Harrogate
With its characteristic architecture, grand
boulevards, enticing shopping parades and immaculately maintained
green spaces Harrogate presents a stylish elegant place to
visit.
Not only does this sophisticated town top the polls as a
conferencing destination it is also widely known as one of the most
desirable places to live in Britain.
Culture, heritage, fine dining, boutique shopping and varied
nightlife are just a few of the more obvious lures to tourists.
Central to the town's appeal is the spectacular Turkish Baths and
Health Spa, magnificently restored to their former Victorian glory
with the addition of a suite of modern treatment rooms. The
adjacent Royal Pump Room Museum explores Harrogate's interesting
history as a spa town.
Art and antique hunters are also well catered for with
innumerable galleries and shops. Close to the Centre is the
beautiful Valley Gardens and the world-renowned Royal Horticultural
Society Garden Harlow Carr is a short drive away.
There is so much more within easy reach the metropolis of
Leeds with its premium shopping and exciting social scene, the
historic city of York, Harewood House, Fountains Abbey, Ripley
Castle, horse racing and golf are a short drive away.
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