Your Harrogate

Nick Hancock is back with another podcast to kick off your week! Nick is joined by Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Andrew Jones to talk the return of local radio on Your Harrogate, the road map out of lockdown, supporting local people and businesses during the pandemic and the social distancing in the House of Commons.

It's Fitness Friday once again and Nick is joined by Sam from Schofield Fitness in Harrogate. Today's episode is all about nutrition, as Sam gives us a few pros and cons on various diets, how it can vary for different people and the lowdown on 'elimination diets' and what impact completely cutting out various food groups can have...

Today's podcast is all about 'Save the Cave!' Nick Hancock is joined by Lisa Bowerman, one of the owners of Stump Cross Caverns near Pateley Bridge, to talk about their final fundraising campaign to save the business from going under. Lisa and co-owner Nick have been forced to raffle off their beloved VW campervan to save the business, and Lisa tells Nick how she's been overwhelmed with the kind w...

Nick Hancock is joined by Sara Ferguson, Chair of Harrogate Business Improvement District (BID) and co-owner of two town centre businesses to talk reaction to the government's 'road map' out of lockdown. Sara gives an insight into how businesses view the news, what they'll need to do to survive and why she thinks the proposed date to reopen non-essential shops is too far in the future.

Nick Hancock is joined by Yorkshire chef Steph Moon to get reaction to yesterday's news around England's easing of lockdown restrictions and what that means for hospitality. Steph is also whipping up a 'one pot wonder' and one of the easiest things you will ever make - it's filling, it's healthy, it's cheap - it's Dhal!

We're back with another episode of the Your Harrogate podcast! Nick Hancock is talking to Sharon Canavar about what to expect from Boris later today, plus we talk Britney Spears and 'Call my Agent' - Oh, and what is that dubious smell in Harrogate?

It's Fitness Friday on the podcast as Nick Hancock and Sam from Schofield Fitness outline some ideas on 'getting going again' with fitness and weight loss. There's talk of how to set goals, changing negative mindsets and getting where you want to be, with Sam detailing his '5 step guide' of actionable steps to take.

Nick Hancock is joined by Paul, one of the owners of Mackenzie's Farm Shop at Blubberhouses, to talk about the launch of our brand new competition! Mackenzies are giving away the ultimate Yorkshire hamper chocked full of local goodies, plus we're talking about Mackenzie's exclusive partnership with two of Harrogate's favourite shops and the offering for those looking for a pitstop after a walk aro...

Nick Hancock welcomes Melissa and Catherine from Rossett Adult Learning in Harrogate to talk about their wide range of brand new classes coming very soon! The team also give us an insight into how they've adapted and moved classes online, helping older people make the switch to digital, the unique classes on offer (Patisserie and gardening to name a couple!) and the highly-anticipated 'Rossett Tal...

Nick Hancock reviews the weekend, including a big reveal on The Masked Singer, before being joined by Emma Meadus and Sam Wright from Coppice Valley Primary School as they talk about the good news they received last week - a gold award from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools! The school have been recognised for their work around improving children's mental health includ...

It's Fitness Friday on the podcast and Nick Hancock is joined by Sam from Schofield Fitness in Harrogate! This week we're emptying the mail bag and Sam is tackling some of your fitness questions, including ways to exercise at home without access to the gym, how to stick to diets when cooking for the whole family and nice ways to help loved ones think about their physical health.

Nick Hancock pays a visit to Asian Street Food Shack on Harrogate's Otley Road to chat to Whaheed Rojan, a local businessman and superstar chef who specialises in authentic Asian cuisine! Whaheed tells us all about his highly popular takeaway business that has taken off since November, with an insight into the menu, his culinary influences based on his travels and why his current specials are all...

Nick Hancock is joined by Sharon Canavar from Harrogate International Festivals for some more lockdown bants and local chat. Today we're talking Carrington's, love bites, Harrogate after dark, Parish council meetings and everything in between...

Nick Hancock welcomes back local celebrity chef Steph Moon to the podcast and she's bringing with her a hearty dish that will warm you up this Winter... The Cottage Pie! Steph talks us through her own take on a cottage pie and how you can make your own, and it's got Nick asking... Can you have ketchup with it?

Nick Hancock is kicking off your week with another podcast, and today he's joined by Yorkshire royalty! Graeme Bandeira, who resides in Harrogate, is the Yorkshire Post political cartoonist that has received recognition for his work worldwide! Nick chats to Graeme about his job, meeting former and the current Prime Minister, his reaction to the passing of Sir Captain Tom Moore and celebrities that...

It's our Fri-yay podcast and time for your weekly Fitness Fix! Nick welcomes back Sam from Schofield Fitness to answer all your questions that you've been sending in, including exercise advice if you're asthmatic and losing that last little bit of tummy fat... We ask Sam everything and anything to do with lockdown fitness.

Nick Hancock welcomes back celebrity chef Steph Moon to talk one vegetable that is making a comeback... It’s back in fashion, it’s back in season, it’s all about the cauliflower! Steph gives us a few different ways to cook and prepare cauliflower and thinks she knows why it gets such a bad rep...

Nick Hancock welcomes Kevin from Knaresborough Lions to discuss their hard decision to cancel the Great Knaresborough Bed Race 2021. Kevin talks about the virtual version that will take place as well as the smaller events that the group will hold this year.

Nick Hancock is joined by Shaun Rankin, the man behind the new Michelin-starred restaurant at Grantley Hall near Ripon! Shaun gives us a fascinating insight into life as a top chef (particularly during lockdown when his restaurant has been forced to close!) and what it takes to receive the top accolade available in the culinary world.

Nick Hancock welcomes Sharon Canavar from Harrogate International Festivals back to the podcast to talk lockdown, TV and everything Harrogate! We're talking Zoom calls at home, home schooling, the decision on Harrogate Spring Water's bottling plant extension and the hot TV show of 2021 'It's a Sin'...

It's another Fitness Friday on the Your Harrogate Podcast as Nick welcomes Sam from Schofield Fitness! Sam has been teaching us the three pillars of weight loss and after nutrition and training, today is all about the third component - being held to account! Just how important is it to have someone there to help keep you on track and make sure you stick to your plan when looking to get into shape?

Nick welcomes Abi from Harrogate Library to tell us all about 'Celebrity Storytime' that will see some key figures in the community reading some kids books for families watching at home. Abi also talks about the popularity of reading during lockdown and tells us all about the library's Click & Collect service!

Nick is joined by Rick Jones, Owner of the Water Rat and Valentino's in Ripon, to talk how they're faring after multiple lockdowns, their unique approach to takeaways and what's happening in the Ripon community - including his own work with local charities.

Nick is joined by one of the founders and some of the virtual stallholders of the ‘Virtual Artisan Market’ to talk about the growing success of Harrogate's brand new online marketplace! Tiffany Snowden talks about some of her own reasons behind starting the group before some of the stallholders tell us about their businesses and the sense of 'community.'

We're back to kick off your week with another Your Harrogate Podcast! Nick is joined by celebrity chef Steph Moon to talk game birds, including partridge and pheasant, and all the tips and advice you'll need to prepare them at home.