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Yorkshire Event Centre,
Great Yorkshire Showground,
Harrogate,
HG2 8NZ.
Visiting by car:
We offer free parking at every event, walking distance from the venue. Priority parking is available for blue badge holders. When you arrive, please follow the signs for your chosen event for the best car park. Parking Stewards will be on hand to help direct you.
There are directions for North, South, East and West approaches into Harrogate that you can view these on Google Maps.
Electric Cars – Should you wish to charge car your car please contact us in advanced.
Visiting by bus:
Bus Services from Harrogate Town Centre (drops off at Sainsburys on Wetherby Road):
Less than a mile’s walk to the main entrance gate around the perimeter of the Showground.
Visiting by bike or foot:
Harrogate offers some scenic off road cycle path links and the Yorkshire Event Centre has direct links with the Showground Greenway. We offer bike racks outside the venue. Details and directions for the Showground Greenway here.
Visiting by train:
Harrogate is located midway between Leeds and York, with regular commuter train services on the local line.
We are about 2 miles from Harrogate train station, where taxis and buses are available to complete your journey.
Hornbeam Park station is about 1.5 miles from us, but there are no taxis available at this station without pre-booking. The station is connected to the Yorkshire Event Centre by a Showground Greenway so if you’d prefer a short walk or cycle, directions are here.
LNER run a regular schedule from London Kings Cross to Harrogate, including the new AZUMA service. Please visit the LNER website for timetables and booking information.
Visiting by air:
We’re approximately 14 miles from Leeds Bradford Airport, which offers regular flights to UK, European and Worldwide destinations.
It’s a short 30 minute taxi or the 747 bus stops at Harrogate Bus station.
Welcome to Harrogate
Harrogate Caravan Park
Harrogate Caravan Park is located right on the showground, a short walk from YEC. Friendly staff and 67 generously sized pitches for caravans, motorhomes and tents.
Accommodation in Harrogate
Harrogate offers a range of accommodation suitable for guests, delegates and exhibitors. From stylish serviced apartments and hotels to B&B’s and period guesthouses.
Visiting Harrogate
The Victorian spa town of Harrogate is one of Yorkshires most elegant destinations. Surrounded by outstanding Nidderdale views, providing the perfect setting for a mini break.