Great Yorkshire Events Centre

Great Yorkshire Events Centre Great Yorkshire Events Centre. Owned by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society where all profits support farming, food & countryside.
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The YEC comprises of two halls offering 5,372m² of indoor event space and is set in grounds that extend over 250 acres, providing the perfect setting to host a diverse range of events. Hall 1 can accommodate up to 2,800 people and Hall 2 can accommodate up to 1,600 people. We offer masses of free level access car parking on site and we pride ourselves in our friendly and flexible approach. As a wh

olly owned subsidiary of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society all our profits contribute towards supporting the work of the charity.

17/02/2025

🎉Indoor Funfair is back at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre this half term!

Jaw-dropping rides and amazing inflatables for all ages, Harrogate Indoor Funfair offers all the fun of the fair in an indoor, climate-controlled and family-friendly environment.

Café, baby changing facilities and free on-site car parking.

📆15 February - Sunday 23rd Feb

Book your tickets online: greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/yec-events/harrogate-indoor-funfair/

A huge thank you to Jenny Eclair for delivering a very entertaining speech at today’s Harrogate Business Club Lunch! 🎤👏W...
14/02/2025

A huge thank you to Jenny Eclair for delivering a very entertaining speech at today’s Harrogate Business Club Lunch! 🎤👏

We love bringing together professionals from across the region - it’s always a pleasure to connect, network, and welcome new faces.

A special shoutout to Kings Catering Company Ltd for serving up two exquisite courses to our 550 guests. 🍽️

If would like to enquire about the next Business Club Lunch, please contact Howard Matthews and Tanya Matthews.

What's ahead for the GYEC in 2025 🚀 👇✅ More Spaces, More Opportunities✅ One Expert Team, Seamless Ex*****on✅ Commitment ...
03/02/2025

What's ahead for the GYEC in 2025 🚀 👇

✅ More Spaces, More Opportunities
✅ One Expert Team, Seamless Ex*****on
✅ Commitment to a Greener Future
✅ The Great Yorkshire Experience

We delve into each of these in our latest blog post. Read it on our new website: greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/whats-in-store-for-2025/

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28/01/2025

Last week at The Halls - Ripon Farm Services Show 🚜

A two day event showcasing the latest technology, agricultural machinery, turf & ground care equipment.

Explore what’s on at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre: https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/whats-on/

23/01/2025

We’re hiring! 📢 We’re looking for a Deputy Events Manager to join our team at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre. After another record year, we’re expanding our team and looking for a motivated individual to join us.

Visit the vacancies page on our website for more details and to apply ✍️ greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/vacancies/

It's all systems go at the Ripon Farm Services Show this week! A two day event to showcase the latest technology, agricu...
23/01/2025

It's all systems go at the Ripon Farm Services Show this week! A two day event to showcase the latest technology, agricultural machinery, turf & ground care equipment. 🚜

Explore what's on at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre: https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/whats-on/

We're thrilled to announce that our Deputy Events Manager, Dominic Forshaw, has been shortlisted for the Rising Star Und...
21/01/2025

We're thrilled to announce that our Deputy Events Manager, Dominic Forshaw, has been shortlisted for the Rising Star Under 30 Award at The Stray Ferret Business Awards! 👏 ⭐

Since joining us in June 2023, Dom has become an integral part of the Pavilions team, demonstrating exceptional work ethic, professionalism, and a dedication to excellence.

The awards ceremony will be held right here at the Pavilions on 13th March, and we’re keeping everything crossed for Dom! 🤞

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20/01/2025

What our clients say about us! 📢

Thank you to Abi Tordoff from JCT600 Ltd and Ruth Cornforth from AVMatrix for sharing your experiences with us. It’s always a pleasure bringing your event visions to life!

Ready to explore the Great Yorkshire Events Centre? greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/

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The countdown to Harrogate's Fusion Art Fair is officially on!📍 Great Yorkshire Events Centre📅 7 –9 March 2025Browse and...
16/01/2025

The countdown to Harrogate's Fusion Art Fair is officially on!

📍 Great Yorkshire Events Centre
📅 7 –9 March 2025

Browse and buy original art from over 100 artists and galleries around the UK.

➡️ Live Art Demonstrations
➡️ Workshops
➡️ Mini Canvas Sales

To book your tickets, please visit our website: greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/yec-events/fusion-art-fair-harrogate-spring/

Introducing...✨ The Halls✨ The Pavilions✨ The GroundsWhether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or somet...
16/01/2025

Introducing...

✨ The Halls
✨ The Pavilions
✨ The Grounds

Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or something truly unique, our three spaces are perfect for every occasion.

Explore our three venues: https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/

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15/01/2025

One location, multiple options, endless possibilities. 📍

Welcome to the Great Yorkshire Events Centre, where unforgettable events happen!

Ready to see it all for yourself? Visit https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/

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Exciting Announcement! 📢 The Pavilions of Harrogate and the Yorkshire Event Centre have officially merged and will now b...
14/01/2025

Exciting Announcement! 📢

The Pavilions of Harrogate and the Yorkshire Event Centre have officially merged and will now be known as the Great Yorkshire Events Centre.

The Pavilions and The Halls are both located on the Great Yorkshire Showground, which features 340 acres of stunning green space, known as The Grounds.

Both venues are proudly owned by the registered charity Yorkshire Agricultural Society which has also unveiled a new logo to enhance synergy across all its businesses.

We’re looking forward to the future and can’t wait for what 2025 has in store!

Discover more in our latest blog post, and check out our shiny new website! ▶️ https://greatyorkshireeventscentre.co.uk/welcome-to-the-great-yorkshire-events-centre/

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Behind the scenes of Santa's Christmas Funland 🎅There's a real giant ice rink, Santa’s funfair rides, winter forest adve...
18/12/2024

Behind the scenes of Santa's Christmas Funland 🎅

There's a real giant ice rink, Santa’s funfair rides, winter forest adventure golf, Santa’s elf panto shows and so much more!

We have walk in slots available everyday this week until Friday 20th Dec. Advance tickets for sessions from 21st to 24th December are available to book online.

Book your tickets online now: https://eventcentre.co.uk/yec.../santas-christmas-funland/

Crow Leisure Group

17/12/2024

Aerial view of Santa's Christmas Funland 😍

Walk in slots available everyday this week Tuesday 17th Dec - Friday 20th Dec ✨
Available sessions:
Session 1: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Session 2: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Session 3: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Crow Leisure Group 🎅

There's a real giant ice rink, Santa’s funfair rides, Candy lane sweet treats, Santa’s elf panto shows, Elf craft shops and so much more!

Advance tickets for sessions from 21st to 24th December are limited. Book online now: https://eventcentre.co.uk/yec-events/santas-christmas-funland/

Happy December! It's officially time to put the tree up. Be sure to pop to the Showground to pick out your real Christma...
01/12/2024

Happy December! It's officially time to put the tree up. Be sure to pop to the Showground to pick out your real Christmas tree🎄

Choose from Nordmann Fir, Fraser Fir, and Norway Spruce, all carefully grown in North Yorkshire.

Rosie, Harriet and Steven will be on hand to help you pick your perfect tree. Open daily from 9am to 7pm, now until 18th December 🎄✨

Harrogate Christmas Tree Centre

We’re in full festive swing at the Yorkshire Event Centre! 🎁 With 180 magical stands, a champagne bar, and two large res...
29/11/2024

We’re in full festive swing at the Yorkshire Event Centre! 🎁 With 180 magical stands, a champagne bar, and two large restaurants to keep you fuelled, the Great Yorkshire Christmas Fair is the perfect day out to kickstart your Christmas celebrations. 🥂🍴

📍 Thurs 28 Nov – Sun 1 Dec 2024
🎟 Tickets available in advance or at the door

🎅 Find out more on our website: https://eventcentre.co.uk/yec-events/the-great-yorkshire-christmas-fair-2024-2/

The countdown to Christmas is on! Get in the festive spirit at the Great Yorkshire Christmas Fair! ✨🎄📅 Thursday 28th Nov...
26/11/2024

The countdown to Christmas is on! Get in the festive spirit at the Great Yorkshire Christmas Fair! ✨🎄

📅 Thursday 28th November – Sunday 1st December 2024
📍 A magical indoor festive fair featuring 180 top companies offering everything to make your Christmas unforgettable:

🎁 Gorgeous gifts & stocking fillers
🎨 Art & decorative home accessories
🛍 Fabulous fashion & accessories
🎄 Wow-factor wreaths & festive decor
🍫 Unusual food, tempting toys & charming children’s products

🍴 Enjoy two large restaurants, a café, a champagne bar, and free parking.

Tickets available in advance and on the door. Find more details on our website: https://eventcentre.co.uk/yec-events/the-great-yorkshire-christmas-fair-2024-2/

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YEC is a contemporary and stylish event venue located in the centre of the UK, a mile outside the centre of Harrogate.

The venue is perfect for exhibitions, corporate events, conferences and large scale dinners and awards events.

Hall 1 at YEC is the largest single event space in Yorkshire and the North East offering 4,320sqm of clear span floor area. Both Halls 1 and 2 are simple to access for event build up and breakdown, and are perfect blank canvas spaces for agents and organisers to be creative and build immersive event environments for their delegates.

There are 250 acres of beautiful and flexible external space allowing for demonstrations, automotive events or additional exhibition space under temporary structures. This space includes woodlands, private roadways and open spaces perfect for corporate incentive or rewards days.