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Harrogate became a 'famous' Spa Town after William Slingsby discovered spring waters in a well - Tewitt Well. The water was found to be rich in minerals - sulphur and iron. Harrogate increased in popularity during the Eighteenth century after the physician Timothy Bight claimed the spa water had (almost miraculous!) healing properties - curing all manner of ailments -nervous tension, gout, rheumatism and lumbago...15000 people a year used to visit Harrogate in the Eighteenth Century to 'take' the waters' of the strongest sulphur wells in Europe.
There are many wells, each with a different mineral content, the Magnesia well in the valley gardens being famous, but the most popular being the 'Stinking Spaw' well, a (foul tasting!) sulphur well situated at the 'Royal Pump Rooms', now a museum...
The lovely wide open tree lined grass space on the south side of Harrogate known as 'The Stray' covers 200 acres (created by an Act of Parliament in 1770) adds to the charm and character of Harrogate...
Nowadays, Harrogate is a thriving affluent eclectic Town, having many 'strings to its bow' - the International Conference Centre' brings a lot of diverse International visitors and associated business to the area, with the stylish shopping area providing excellent retail therapy...followed with a huge choice of quality restaurants and bars...
Harrogate is also a good 'base' to visit the surrounding areas - York, Fountains Abbey, the Yorkshire Dales' etc...

'Bettys' Tea Rooms
'Bettys' Tea Rooms - Harrogate

'Bettys' Tea Rooms are part of Harrogate!
Quality 'Afternoon Tea' & Food.
Be prepared to queue...

Harrogate International Centre
Harrogate International Centre - Harrogate

Harrogate International Centre

Conference & Exhibition Centre. Always lots of 'Trade Fairs', from Toys to Carpets to Swimwear to.... live music, Ballet, Political Conferences etc...

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Harrogate Theatre - Harrogate Harrogate Theatre Things to Do (3)

Set in an classic 'Old Town Theatre' atmosphere. Always has a varied & interesting program of plays to watch. Renowned... more travel advice

Royal Pump Room Museum - Harrogate Royal Pump Room Museum Things to Do (3)

The Royal Pump Room Museum shows an interesting insight into the heritage of being a 'Spa Town'. Taste the foul... more travel advice

Entrance to the Valley Gardens - Harrogate Have a walk around the Valley Gardens Things to Do (3)

Have a stroll around the Valley Gardens... Source of Old Sulphur water Springs, Interesting flowers & plants, Childrens... more travel advice

Quality Department Store - Harrogate Quality Department Store Shopping (1)

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    Gillybob's Profile Photo
    Jul 1, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Nice page!! So many blue skies in the photos!!! Gillybob greetings

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    jo104's Profile Photo
    Jul 4, 2006 at 12:51 PM

    Nice tips, I've tasted the water in Bath yuchk

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    Fergie01's Profile Photo
    May 8, 2006 at 1:49 PM

    Love all your UK photos, especially the flowers, just took one like that in my garden today. Hope to back home soon. Missing it! thanks for a quick glimpse! cheers Deana - Ontario Canada

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    ejordan's Profile Photo
    May 5, 2006 at 8:13 PM

    Great site, brings back flood of memories. Some new; some old. Great shots.

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