Your Harrogate

In this Your Harrogate Podcast, presenter Elisa Hilton introduces a host of local ladies football teams, as we celebrate International Women's Day!

What does International women's day mean to you?

We hear from Ella Williams, the first team captain of Harrogate Town Ladies.

Just down the road, Harrogate Railway's first team captain Paige Swales features too.

From Knaresborough Town Women, Emily Crispin is in good spirits and ready for another promotion charge.

Plus, Claire Wills who plays for Boroughbridge Ladies also speaks about 8th March...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, presenter Pete Egerton continues the build up to the Knaresborough Tractor Run (17th March) by speaking to sponsors, Simon Graeme Auto Service Centre.

Based near Hampsthwaite, this family-run business offers vehicle repairs, MOTs and servicing.

After a long wait, they now have plans in place to expand and future-proof the business, enabling the team to service electric vehicles and those using hybrid technology.

Pete speaks to father-son-duo, Simon and Paul Graeme, who have supported the Knaresborough Tractor Run for many years.

The event has grown to be a huge success and raises thousands for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Simon and Paul believe that you'll find it hard to discover an event of it's kind, that is so impressive both in numbers who take part and support...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate Podcast, presenter Pete Egerton discusses March being B Corp month.

The UK B Corp movement is growing faster than ever, but what is a B Corp?

Pete speaks to two local companies; Textile Mania and jewellery brand, Loft and Daughter, to discover more about their journey in becoming B Corps.

Leading the discussion and explaining more about what a B Corp is, plus the benefits it can bring; Charlotte Holmes, external comms and investment management for Harrogate Spring Water. Plus, Sarah Jones, founder of Full Circle Funerals...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate Podcast, presenter Pete Egerton speaks to Harrogate Town's Josh Falkingham. Plus, Will Cotton from Harrogate, running the London Marathon for Henshaws.

Club captain "Falks" made his first start since New Year's day, as Town lost 1-4 at home to Newport on Tuesday night (27th February).

He admits that his performance was nowhere near what he anticipated it to be and that the team have to move on quickly, with the self-belief that they can, and will, get back to winning ways.

Meanwhile, Simon Cotton the managing director of the HRH group, his son Will is set to run the London Marathon on 21st April.

Will Cotton aims to smash his dad's time from 10-years-ago and raise £5000 for Knaresborough charity Henshaws in the process...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, presenter Pete Egerton speaks to Tessa Klemz from Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Tessa is the regional fundraising manager for the North and East Yorkshire.

The charity is the main focus for the Knaresborough Tractor Run; a procession of tractors driving from the showground in Harrogate, to Pateley Bridge and back to knaresborough, on 17th March.

The event has raised over £113,000 for the charity in the past 12 years and continues to grow.

Tessa explains why such days are vital for Yorkshire Air Ambulance and the cost involved to keep the service flying...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate Podcast, presenter Pete Egerton focuses on Harrogate Town; a chat with manager Simon Weaver and commercial director, Joanne Towler.

The gaffer was immensely proud of his squad bouncing back after the heavy defeat at Mansfield, to draw 0-0 with high-flying Crewe.

The club currently sit in the playoffs of league two; a position that has fans dreaming, but does Simon think they're even ready for league one?

Walsall are the visitors to the EnviroVent stadium this weekend (24th February) and Simon is all too aware of their strengths.

Off the pitch, Commercial Director Joanne Towler is thrilled with how the club is progressing.

Jo details the chance to save on tickets between now and the end of the season.

Plus, with Mother's Day approaching, there's a few potential gift ideas in the club shop...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, Pete Egerton speaks to team members from a new Harrogate business: Cocoon - pregnancy and wellness.

Based just off Victoria Avenue in the heart of Harrogate, Cocoon launched early 2024 and was founded by Sam Naughton.

The idea for the venture was created during Sam's pregnancy with her son Alby.

Also on board; Kate is the lead midwife who has a particular interest in supporting young parents, neurodiversity, mental health and perinatal experiences, pregnancy after loss and pregnancy outside of guidance.

We also meet the Harrogate Acupuncturist in the podcast; Bryony has been practising acupuncture for more than 8 years now and at Cocoon, offers acupuncture for both natural conception and assisted fertility and IVF...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate Podcast, presenter Pete Egerton speaks to Harrogate Town striker Jack Muldoon. Plus, presenter Nick Hancock discusses a big charity cycle event.

Harrogate Town's Jack Muldoon admits that the 9-2 scoreline by which the team lost by at Mansfield, has been playing on his mind.

He says it's time to draw a line under it though and focus on bouncing back at high-flying Crewe in league two this weekend (17th February).

Town sit 7th in the table and are challenging for the playoffs.

Meanwhile, later this year, Your Harrogate will sponsor the annual "Tour de Aky."

It's a 106 mile bike ride, in memory of former police officer, Mick "Aky" Atkinson, who tragically took his own life several years ago.

The event raises awareness and funds for mental health charities...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, presenter Pete Egerton speaks to Harrogate Town manager Simon Weaver. Plus, meet the Harrogate-based man, running 7 ultramarathons in 7 days for charity.

Town boss Simon Weaver, has just scooped the SkyBet League Two manager of the month for January.

Weaver's team amassed 10 points from a possible 12 and now sit just one place outside the playoffs.

Simon also chats about two recent signings and the prospect of Colchester United at the EnviroVent stadium this Saturday (10th February)

Meanwhile, Kevin Easley is based in Harrogate and is the general manager at at Bannatyne Health Club and Spa, at Leeds Cardigan Fields.

Inspired by his own personal journey with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which impacts the lives of more than half a million people in the UK, Kevin is training for 7 ultramarathons in just 7 days.

He aims to raise funds for Crohn's and Colitis UK and the challenge begins on 10th March...

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, presenter Pete Egerton speaks to Harrogate Town defender Toby Sims. Plus, Freedom Performing Arts from Knaresborough tell of an amazing achievement.

Defender Sims has been out of action for 3 months due to injury, but returned to the squad for Town's 2-1 victory at Sutton United.

Toby discusses team mate George Thomson making it 300 appearances for the club and how experienced players such as George, have really helped him.

Harrogate head to league leaders Stockport County this weekend (3rd February) and Toby says the squad go into every match believing they can scoop the three points.

Meanwhile, a group of dancers from Freedom Performing Arts, will be representing England at the dance World Cup!

Their entry has been voted 3rd in the country and they now get to perform on a World stage in Prague.

Principal Amy Meikle is understandably beaming with pride...