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Christmas Charity Event in aid of IDAS

The Independent Domestic Abuse Service supports families in the Harrogate area during difficult times.

Published: 28 November 2025

C;;r Arnold Warnaken dressed as Santa

Cllr Arnold Warneken will collect gifts left at any of his Grottos, dressed as the original Green Santa, to distribute them to children in the Harrogate area who are supported by IDAS.

Drop off points from 1 – 19 December:

Dec 12

  • Kirk Hammerton Cafe 10.30 until 1pm
  • Punch Bowl Marton cum Grafton 2 until 3:30pm

Dec 13

  • Delicious Cafe, Mayfield, Harrogate 12 until 4pm (mince pies and mulled wine available)

Dec 19

  • Great Ouseburn Cafe 10.30 until 1pm
  • Green Hammerton Cafe 2 until 3.30pm

Gifts for children aged 0 – 10 need to be wrapped and coded to indicate the age range, and gender if appropriate (e.g. 8 – 10).

MANY THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!

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