Exploring Harrogate’s hidden gems, buried treasures, rebellious heritage, famous personalities and even  its Druid Temples, Trish Colton delves deep into the history of Harrogate & District to uncover a host of fascinating and fun-filled facts, many of which have never before been published. With over 120 photographs depicting life across the town, Not A Guide To: Harrogate & District offers a contemporary slant on the ‘city guide’ that simply cannot be missed.   Did You Know?  The oldest sweetshop in England was established in Pateley Bridge in 1827.  Five Harrogate and District men have been awarded the Victoria Cross. Late one January afternoon in 1192, residents of Harrogate & District would have seen the aurora borealis.