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Harrogate, Yorkshire

Harrogate is a spa town in Yorkshire, in the West Riding. Harrogate grew from a village to a prosperous town on its spa water. The Royal Pump Room houses Europe's strongest sulphur well, and is a museum showcasing the town's spa history. There are many other fine examples of architecture about the town, including the Royal Hall theatre and the Royal Hall. The town is within the council area of North Yorkshire.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Yorkshire
Division of County: West Riding
Lat, Long: 53.993737,-1.543086
Grid Reference: SE 3005 5539
Council Area: North Yorkshire CA
Strategic Authority Area: York and North Yorkshire SA
Police Area: North Yorkshire PA

GBPN ID: 20303
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Harrogate,_Yorkshire_20303

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