Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of Popular Member-Exclusive “Business Safari”

Image credit: Photo of Phill Holdsworth / Image provided courtesy of Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce

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The Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce will host its Spring Business Safari on 13th April at Harrogate Ladies' College. This member-exclusive networking event is designed to help local businesses connect and collaborate through a fast-paced rotation format. The event aims to strengthen the local business community by fostering valuable relationships, which are crucial for growth in the current economic climate.

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Harrogate, North Yorkshire - March 24, 2026

Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce (HDCC) is pleased to announce that its highly anticipated Spring Business Safari will take take place on Monday, 13th April.

Hosted at Harrogate Ladies’ College, the event promises an evening of high-energy networking designed to foster deep connections within the local business community.

The Business Safari has become a cornerstone of the Chamber’s calendar, known for its unique, fast-paced rotation format. This structure ensures that attendees can interact with a wide variety of businesses from across the district in a single evening. The focus of the event is on education and awareness, allowing members to clearly communicate their services and business goals to a captive audience of potential collaborators and partners.

Phill Holdsworth, President of the Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce, said: “Our Business Safaris continue to grow in popularity because they provide such an efficient way to network. It is about creating a space for genuine local connection. In the current economic climate, building a robust and supportive local network is essential for business growth, and the Safari is designed specifically to facilitate those high-value relationships.”

The event has received consistently high praise from the membership, with previous attendees describing it as “the best way to get to know colleagues” and noting the “wonderful community business spirit” that defines the evening.

As a member-exclusive event, the Safari highlights the significant value of the Chamber’s professional network. Local businesses that are not yet members are encouraged to join the Chamber to gain access to the Safari and the wider annual programme of advocacy, events, and support.

The Spring Business Safari is to take place on Monday, 13th April at 5.30pm at Harrogate Ladies’ College.

Registration is essential as places are limited due to the event’s popularity. Chamber members are encouraged to book their places via the official events page at www.harrogatechamber.co.uk/events.

Notes to editors

Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce is a leading voice for business in the region. For over 125 years, it has supported local commerce through advocacy, networking and dedicated business briefings, helping Harrogate remain a premier destination for enterprise and investment.

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