Address

Crowne Plaza Hotel, King's Rd, Harrogate, HG1 1XX Tel: 01423 849988

Introduction

This modern, 4-star hotel is just a short stroll (approximately 500 yards) from the Royal Hall.

Accommodation

All 214 air-conditioned rooms are spacious and contemporary. 

Air conditioning
Television
Telephone
Iron with Ironboard
Hairdryer
Wi-Fi

Food and Drink

The hotel has one restaurant which serves both British and international cuisine, and a bar.

Other Hotel Information

Car parking is available at the hotel at a charge of £10 per day.

Restaurant
Bar
Fitness area
Wi-Fi

Harrogate, Yorkshire

The Yorkshire spa town of Harrogate lies to the west of York and is well placed for exploring Yorkshire, home to Fountains Abbey, Castle Howard and Harewood House. Harrogate was famous for its mineral waters – reputedly sourced from the Tewitt Well at the end of the 16th century – and subsequently developed into one of Britain's most fashionable spa resorts. Visitors came to ‘take the waters’ and the Royal Pump Room now houses an informative museum. Modern Harrogate is an elegant town distinguished by its attractive architecture, parks and gardens. With its cafes and shopping areas, including the pedestrianised Montpellier Quarter with its 19th-century buildings and boutique shops, Harrogate is perfect for exploring, sightseeing or just relaxing.

Getting there by car

From the South

Take the M1 North onto A1(M) to Junction 45 sign posted A168 Wetherby/A659. At the roundabout take the 1st exit and then take the 3rd exit at the next roundabout, sign posted A168 Wetherby.

Then follow the road to the next roundabout and take the second exit continuing onto the A661/Boston Road. Continue on the A661 until Empress roundabout. Take the second exit at the Empress roundabout onto A59/Skipton road. Turn left onto Grove Road and then left onto Kings Road. Turn right onto Springfield avenue and hotel is on the left hand side.

From the North

From the A1 (M) southbound exit at Junction 50 onto A61 exit signposted Ripon/Thirsk. Take the third exit off the roundabout onto Baldersby Interchange, and then the first exit at the roundabout follow A61/Ripon Road until Springfield avenue. Turn left onto Springfield avenue and hotel is on the right hand side.

Getting there by rail

If you have arranged rail travel through Saga you will receive tickets to Harrogate Railway Station, which is about 8 miles from the hotel.

If you wish to make your own travel arrangements, the closest rail station is Liverpool Parkway Station. Details of train services may be obtained from National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484950 or through their website.

Transfers to and from the hotel are not included. Your Saga Host will meet you on arrival at the hotel.

Getting there by Coach

Details of coach services can be obtained by phoning 08705 808080 or visiting nationalexpress.com.

Once you arrive

On your day of arrival, please aim to get there after 2pm. Any earlier and you may find that your room is not ready. When you do arrive, your luggage will be portered from reception to your room (and from your room to reception when you leave). If you need help carrying your luggage from your car, please request assistance at reception.

Judith Buckle

Judith studied at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama and was a member of the BBC Singers before joining the London Savoyards travelling around the world aboard the QE2. She has had a wide and varied career, ranging from early music to grand opera where she has performed more than 40 principal roles in performances worldwide.

Matthew Craven

Matthew first ventured onto the stage 40 years ago when he joined the chorus in a production of L’elisir d’amore. Since that time he has performed a multitude of roles in music hall, plays, musicals, operetta and opera. Matthew now runs Cameo Opera with his wife Judith, performing over 120 shows each year in this country and abroad.