Harrogate’s North Pole Post Office And Mayor’s Christmas Carols Return For Festive Season
Harrogate is the place to be this festive season with the spa town’s branch of the North Pole Post Office back by popular demand, along with the Mayor’s Christmas Concert which makes a welcome return after more than five years.
Harrogate’s North Pole Post Office is now open with the all-important post box – where children and adults alike can post their letters to Father Christmas between now and December 24 – located at the Harrogate International Festivals office on Cheltenham Parade.
Funded by Harrogate BID and produced by Harrogate International Festivals, the North Pole Post Office has become a popular part of the town’s festive celebrations with thousands of letters received each year.
Visitors can post their letter to Father Christmas and then scan a QR code to download a special letter and message from Father Christmas via the Harrogate International Festivals website. They can also enjoy fairy lights, snow flurries and Christmas music when they drop off their letters.
Also, back by popular demand is the Mayor’s Christmas Carols which return for the first time in over five years, restoring a hugely popular festive tradition to the Harrogate calendar.
This free festive concert, featuring the Harrogate Band alongside local choirs, takes place at the Royal Hall on December 21.
This family-friendly event – supported by Harrogate International Festivals Harrogate BID, Harrogate Band and Harrogate Town Council – features much-loved carols, festive music and a special visit from Father Christmas, with funds raised to support the Mayor’s charities.
Gemma Rio, Chief Executive of Harrogate BID, said: “Christmas is such a special time of year in Harrogate, and we are delighted to see the return of the town’s North Pole Post Office and the Mayor’s Christmas Carols concert.
“They really tap into the spirit of Christmas, not only bringing families together but also local businesses and organisations who work so hard at this time of year to create a real festive buzz.”
Sharon Canavar, Chief Executive at Harrogate International Festivals said: “The North Pole Post Office has become really popular since it started five years ago, bringing a little bit of festive magic for children. It’s something free that all the family can be a part of and a chance to create some special Christmas memories.
“I’m delighted, too, that the Mayor’s Christmas Carols are making a welcome return. For many of us this signalled the countdown to the big day and it promises to be another joyous occasion at the Royal Hall. We expect tickets to go quickly so book early to avoid disappointment!”
The North Pole Post Office: Harrogate Branch, is open until noon on Wednesday 24 December.
The Mayor’s Christmas Carols, Royal Hall, Harrogate, December 21, 6pm. To book free tickets visit the Harrogate International Festivals website at harrogateinternationalfestivals.com
