Celebrating 50 years
HARROGATE
Civic Society
Heritage Open Days (HODS)
HODS 2021:
HODS 2021 took place between the dates of Friday 10th September until Sunday 19th September inclusive.
All the events & places organised by Harrogate Civic Society and featured in this year's Heritage Open Days for the Harrogate district are shown below.
After the list there is a further table in date order. To see events elsewhere visit :
This page will be updated with HODS 2022 information, nearer the time.
A walk around New Park
Thursday 16th
13:30
Explore this historic community. Tel: 01423 502840 to book or email hods@harrogatecivicsociety.org
A walk on Valley Drive
Tuesday 14th
14:00
Looking at the origins of this fascinating street. Email: hods @harrogatecivicsociety.org to book.
Bilton Park Colliery Walk
Saturday 11th
14:00
1.5 mile walk to Bilton Park Colliery Walk along banks of the River Nidd. Book in advance if possible, 01423 203097 or email mail@biltonhistoricalsociety.org.uk.
Bilton Study Group Open Day
Tuesday 14th
09:30 to noon
An opportunity to meet the Bilton Historical Society Study Group and discuss and raise questions about the history of Bilton. Book in advance if possible 01423 203097 or email mail@biltonhistoricalsociety.org.uk .
The Civic Centre
Saturday 18th
10:30 to 13:00
Guided tour incl. the Council Chamber and Civic Silver.
Email: Corporateworkplaceandfacilities@harrogate.gov.uk
The Harrogate Club (Victoria Avenue)
Saturday 11th
Sunday 19th
11:00 and 15:00
11:00 and 15:00
Guided tour of The Harrogate Club, Victoria Avenue. Tel: 01423 540258 to book.
Harrogate Library (Victoria Avenue)
Tuesday 14th
Wednesday 15th
10:00 to 11:30, 14:00 to 15:30
10:00 to 11:30, 14:00 to 15:30
The Hidden, and Not So Hidden, Gems of Harrogate Library. Learn more about the history of, and resources held at, Harrogate's Carnegie Library.
Harrogate Walking Tours - Local
Wednesday 15th
Saturday 18th
16:30
16:30
A local Tour for Local People. Meet opposite Bettys. Tour lasts 1hr 15 mins.
Knaresborough Castle Keep
Friday 10th
10:00 to 16:00
It might seem peaceful now, but the Castle was once a mighty stronghold of medieval kings. Built in the 14th century by Edward II, the Keep was a luxury royal residence. Explore the King's Chamber, dungeon and more. No booking required.
New Park Heritage Centre
Saturday 18th
15:00 to 17:00
The centre officially opens today. Guided tours. 01423 502840 to book or email hods@harrogatecivicsociety.org
Old Magnesia Well Pump Room
Sunday 12th
Sunday 19th
10:00 to 16:00
10:00 to 16:00
Built in 1858 to house the pump for the adjacent magnesia well. Now a fascinating visitor centre. No booking required.
Plaques Town Walk 1
Sunday 12th
10:00
Around 1.5 hrs. Following brown plaques from opposite the Station and discovering retail history and town development. Email: hods@harrogatecivicsociety.com to book.
Plaques Town Walk 2
Monday 13th
14:00
Around 1.5 hrs. Following brown plaques from Crescent Gardens and discovering our Spa Heritage. Email: hods@harrogatecivicsociety.com to book.
Royal Hall Open Days
Saturday 26th
10:00 to 16:00
Guided tours 11.00 & 14.00 This is not a HODS event but is supported by the Civic Society.
Rudding Park Private Chapel
Tuesday 14th
Wednesday 15th
14:00 to 16:00
14:00 to 16:00
Spectacular architecture and masonry. No booking required.
Stonefall Cemetery
Saturday 11th
10:30, 11:00, 13:00, 13:30
Tours (Commonwealth War Graves Commission). Also Wednesday 15th, Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th. Learn about the work of the CWGC and the stories of some of those buried. Pre-booking required www.eventbrite.co.uk
St Peter's Church (Cambridge Street)
Friday 10th
Monday 13th
11:00 to 13:00
11:00 to 13:00
Consecrated in 1876. Tower added in 1926. Impressive painted glass by Burliston and Grylls. No booking required.
St Roberts RC Church (Robert Street)
Saturday 18th
10:00 to 14:00
See this stunning interior of the Grade 2 listed St Roberts Roman Catholic Church.
St Wilfrid's Church (Duchy Road)
Saturday 18th
10:00 to 15:00
Explore Harrogate's only Grade I listed building from the soaring belltower to the faded beauty of the Darlington panels and the quintessentially English Parish Hall. Tours every half hour. Tower tours available by pre-book via email bookings@stwilfrid.org .
Wesley Chapel (Oxford Street)
Friday 17th
10:00 to 15:00
The re-branded Wesley Centre will be open with an opportunity to look around all parts of the building including, of course, the famous Wesley Chapel. Curved Gallery and superb joinery.
Here are all the events in chronological order.
All dates are in September 2021
