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We bring the very best in music, literature, crime writing, salon, spectacle and education to Harrogate

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#CONCERT #REVIEW Matilda Lloyd and the Goldmund Quartet @harrogatefestivals.bsky.social "delicate trumpet wrapped in an elaborate string accompaniment" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ www.thereviewshub.com/matilda-lloy... #Harrogate

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Harrogate is throwing it's hat in the ring for UK Town of Culture in 2028! Find out how you can get involved by coming along to a stakeholder workshop or filling out the questionnaire below 👇

Book here: https://bit.ly/3P2eIIQ or complete the questionnaire here:

25.02.2026 16:48 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Rimsky-Korsakoff/Zimbalist -Concert Phantasy on '''Le Coq d'Or"
Anastasia Feruleva-celloFrank van de Laar-pianoRecorded by Chris Everts at the Kleine Zaal Concertgebouw Amsterdam on 23.09.2018 Rimsky-Korsakoff/Zimbalist -Concert Phantasy on '''Le Coq d'Or"

Take a close up look at Anastasia Feruleva & Frank van de Laar's captivating performance of Schumann's 'Adagio & Allegro, op.70'🎵

You can catch Anastasia & Frank playing more Schumann at our next Harrogate International Sunday Series concert on 19 April!

22.02.2026 10:02 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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📣Wanted... the next big voice in crime fiction! 

We are on the hunt for the next voice in crime writing & need your help with the search! Do you know an aspiring author who would love to hone their craft at #TheakstonsCrime? 

If this sounds like you, apply here: https://bit.ly/JGBApplyHere

19.02.2026 10:02 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 1
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This week on HIF Player, founder of UNILAD, LADbible & neurodiversity advocate, Alex discusses his experiences with ADHD & his bestselling memoir 'Now It All Makes Sense'.

Recorded live as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2025

🔗https://bit.ly/HIFPlayer26

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18.02.2026 09:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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A close up look at Mebrakh Haughton-Johnson's expressive performance of Widor's Introduction and Rondo 🎵

We are looking foward to Mebrakh's perfomance of this piece at the Old Swan Hotel on 1 March. 

Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/Mebrakh

16.02.2026 10:03 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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We’re inviting graphic designers & creative agencies to tender for the design of Harrogate International Festivals’ printed materials - including brochures, flyers & programme books.

This role will help shape our visual identity in our 60th anniversary year

🔗 Full brief: https://bit.ly/HIFDesigner

05.02.2026 17:04 — 👍 5    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
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We caught up with the Royal Philharmonic Society award nominee Matilda Lloyd to talk more about her upcoming performance at Harrogate's Old Swan Hotel with the Goldmund Quartet.

Read the full interview and book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/MatildaQA

04.02.2026 10:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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📣We're hiring! 

Do you want experience within the arts & culture sector? Do you also want valuable events experience? This summer we are looking for a new member of our team. 

For more information on how to apply: https://bit.ly/HIFFA26

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This year we're inviting submissions for the Dorothy Parkinson Memorial Award.

Established in 1982, this prestigious award provides a platform to the country’s rising classical musicians & the chance to perform at HACS Harrogate Music Festival

Find out more: https://bit.ly/DPMA2026

📸Richard Maude

29.01.2026 10:03 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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An all star line up for the 2026 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival has been revealed! Ann Cleeves & Brenda Blethyn, Anthony Horowitz, Holly Jackson, Jane Harper, Chris Brookmyre, Chris Whitaker, LJ Ross, join a list curated by Programming Chair Lisa Jewell
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28.01.2026 12:26 — 👍 4    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0

We can't wait! 175 days to go...

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We might be bias but we agree! 😆

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With Lisa Jewell at the helm, we’re thrilled to welcome Chris Whitaker, Ann Cleeves & Brenda Blethyn, Anthony Horowitz, Chris Brookmyre, Holly Jackson, Jane Harper & LJ Ross and Lee Child to Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 🕵️

#Theakstonscrime fans find out more: https://bit.ly/news26

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What an incredible start to this year’s Harrogate International Sunday Series, featuring the talented Nathan and Kasparas 🎻✨ A truly unforgettable opening performance. 

Tickets for more of our spring concerts are available here: https://bit.ly/HISS26 🎶🎟️

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One week until we announce more headliners for #theakstonscrime 2026.

Any guesses who’s joining the 2026 line up? Who would you like to see? Drop them in the comments 👇

📸 Richard Maude - Kate Mosse and Paula Hawkins pictured at the 2025 Festival.

21.01.2026 10:02 — 👍 4    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 1
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Applications Open for the Jane Gregory Bursaries | Harrogate International Festivals

We’re thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the Jane Gregory Bursaries, created to ensure access to the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival and to open opportunities for writers who may face barriers to attend.

Find out more 👉

16.01.2026 08:31 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 1
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Next Monday is Blue Monday, said to be the bleakest day of the year! 

Beat Blue Monday with uplifting live music from the best and brightest in Chamber music. Starting this Sunday at the Old Swan Hotel.

Tickets available here 👉 https://bit.ly/HISS26

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Meet classical music stars Nathan Amaral & Kasparas Mikužis | Harrogate International Festivals

We caught up with the classical music stars kicking off this year's Sunday Series, Nathan Amaral & Kasparas Mikužis, to find out more about their upcoming performance at the Old Swan Hotel. 

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Happy New Year! Thank you for all your support in 2025 - and here's to an incredible 2026 celebrating HIF@60! 🥂

From the stars of chamber music at this year's Sunday Series to a host of musical and literary experiences in summer and beyond, there's plenty to look forward to in Harrogate this year!

01.01.2026 09:02 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Sunday Series through the years 🎼

From 2025 stars Junyan Chen, the Fibonacci Quartet & Amiri Harewood to past highlights Jeneba Kanneh-Mason and the award-winning Astatine Trio.

Next up: Nathan Amaral & Kasparas Mikužis, 18 Jan, Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate.

29.12.2025 18:02 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sophie Kinsella. She last joined us at the #RaworthsLitFest in 2017. Her novels, full of warmth and humour, touched countless readers including here in the office. Our thoughts are with her loved ones in these difficult times.

10.12.2025 13:51 — 👍 5    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The perfect gift for the book lover in your life! 

Our mystery book bundles include 3 signed paperbacks or 4 signed hardback crime thriller books. 

🛍️ https://bit.ly/HIFShop25

10.12.2025 12:01 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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On the 12th day of Christmas my true love gave to me... 

A bundle of crime thrillers! 📖

The 12 Days of Christmas Book Bundle is available to purchase from HIF Shop along with our mystery book bundles, #TheakstonsCrime Water bottles, Emma Bridgewater mugs & more ✨

🛍️ https://bit.ly/HIFShop25

06.12.2025 17:01 — 👍 5    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Mayor’s Carol Concert returns to the Royal Hall as the perfect way to enjoy a Christmas concert, some carol singing and a visit from Father Christmas himself 🎅

A free event that you can bring the whole family to. Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance!

🎟️https://bit.ly/MayorsCarols26

29.11.2025 12:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Alongside "trumpeter extraordinaire" Matilda Lloyd, the Goldmund Quartet - praised for their "exquisite playing" - will be bringing the spirit of a 19th-century musical salon to the Old Swan Hotel this February. 

Book online today to secure your seats: https://bit.ly/HISS26 🎼

28.11.2025 10:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Christmas elves are back! Support your local arts festival & buy a gift through HIF Shop! We've got something for everyone:

📕Murder in Harrogate
📚Mystery Book Bundles
🕵️‍♂️Theakston Old Peculier Water Bottle
☕Limited Edition Emma Bridgewater Mugs
🎼Sunday Series Subscriptions
🎁Gift Vouchers

27.11.2025 10:03 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The wait is over as we reveal the first #TheakstonsCrime bestsellers & readers’ favourite headliners who will take to the stage next summer.

🩸 David Baldacci
🩸 Steve Cavanagh 
🩸Alice Feeney
🩸 Nadine Matheson
🩸 Gillian McAllister

👉 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3XiRnnu

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