Business news in Richmond and Northallerton
Welcome to the Richmond and Northallerton page of the Business North Yorkshire newsletter. Here you will find details of local networking groups, events in the area, and business news from around the constituency.
To feature your business news or events, contact us by email.
Networking events in your area
Dales Business Women
Home Farm, Brough Park
- Wednesday 3 December 11:30am to 1:30pm
For full details and to book a place on the event, please visit the Dales Business Women website.
Network YNY
Potting Shed, 78-9 High Street, Northallerton
- Tuesday 9 December 2:30pm to 5pm
For full details and to book a place on the Network YNY event, please visit Eventbrite.
Dales Business Women
Golden Lion, Leyburn
- Tuesday 16 December 5pm to 7pm
Events held on a fortnightly basis. For more information, visit the Dales Business Women website.
Biz Group 66
JNA, Birkby Lane East Cowton, Northallerton, DL7 0DX
- Thursday 4 December 9am to 10am
Events held on a fortnightly basis. For more information, visit the Biz Group 66 website.
Thirsty Thursday
The Mill, Springfield Stokesley
- Thursday 22 January 2026 from 5pm
News and events in your area
In the Richmond and Northallerton constituency we’re lucky to have unique and welcoming High Streets right on our doorstep – all lined with fantastic independent shops and services. From butchers to bakers, gifts to garden supplies, we’re truly spoilt for choice.
But the festive magic doesn’t stop there. Alongside these High Street favorites is a community of talented local makers and producers who spend the entire year crafting unique gifts and treats for Christmas markets and fairs. Behind every stall is a small business whose creativity and dedication make this season, and region, so special.
Below are some festive events where you can meet the makers, support local producers, and enjoy the magic of the season.
Business Spotlight
Stokesley Craft and Gift Fair
Stokesley Town Hall
Saturday, 6 and 20 December 2025, 9:30am to 3:30pm
The craft fairs run alongside the farmers markets every first and third Saturdays of the month.
For full details, please visit the UK Craft Fairs website.
Stokesley Christmas Farmers' Market
Stokesley High Street
The 2025 much loved Annual Stokesley Christmas Farmers' Market, organised by Northern Dales Farmers' Markets, will take place on Saturday, 20 December at 9am.
All the produce at the farmers' market is locally grown, reared or produced in this area by small independent businesses who put their hearts and souls into bringing you the finest food this area has to offer.
The usual, and equally brilliant farmers market will take place on Small Business Saturday – 6 December, Stokesley High Street, 9am
For full details, please visit the Northern Dales Farmers Markets website.
Richmond Christmas Fair and Market
Richmond Market Place
Sunday 7 December, 10am to 4pm
This much loved and supported event will feature: festive market stalls with local food, drink, and crafts; Live music and local entertainment; Santa's Grotto; children's activities; display of military vehicles and services
Parking:
A Park and Ride service will run between Richmond School and Friary Gardens.
Disabled parking is available at the bottom of the market place.
For full details, please visit the Original Richmond website.
The Station, Richmond
With a wide range of Christmas fairs, events, workshops and films this festive season, the station offers something for everyone.
One highlight of the season is their annual ‘Cans for Claus’ event, taking place on Sunday 14 December at 4:30pm.
Exchange four cans of food for one ticket to watch The Muppet Christmas Carol, with all food donations going to the Richmond Storehouse foodbank.
For full details, please visit The Station website.
Northallerton Snowman Trail
Throughout December 2025
Two hundred loveable visitors from the North Pole are in place, enchanting business windows all around Northallerton in celebration of the Love Northallerton Magic Snowman Trail. Contestants are being invited to register to enable you to scan the QR code when you locate a snowman at the participating businesses.
The race is on to spot as many as possible to win great prizes of up to £250 cash.
For full details, please visit the Love Northallerton website.
Hawes Christmas Lights Switch on and Festivities
Market Place, Hawes
Sunday 6 December at 3pm to 6pm
Alongside the popular ‘Christmas Lights Switch On’ there will be stalls with local handmade gifts and treats, live music and carol singing with Hawes Silver Band and a visit from Father Christmas!
Free Start-Up Business Training for Holistic, Beauty, Hair & Health Professionals
Evolution Business Centre, Northallerton
Friday February 2, 2026 at 10am to 5pm
This comprehensive three-stage course is tailored for therapists and professionals in areas such as personal training, pet grooming, hairdressing, and more. Learn everything you need to confidently launch and manage your own successful business. For further information and to book your free place.
For full details, please visit the Y&NY Growth Hub website.
Free Health Check Programme
Heartbeat Primary Care CIC is pleased to offer businesses in Hambleton and Richmondshire the opportunity to take part in free Healthy Heart Checks, available until March 2026.
Tailored for organisations with up to 250 employees, these quick and simple checks provide valuable insights into cholesterol levels, BMI, and blood pressure. They also calculate a healthy heart age and assess cardiovascular risk over the next decade, giving your team practical tools to take charge of their health.
To register your interest or arrange appointments at a time that suits you, please contact Rowen Thurston or Sandy Angel-Jones-Fitton who would be happy to provide further information or additional questions you may have, contact details below:
sandy.angeljonesfitton@nhs.net
Help to make a positive difference to the wellbeing of your team and build a healthier future for our community.
Introducing your local Senior Business Advisor
As Senior Business Advisor for Richmond and Northallerton, Claire’s primary role is to promote and support business growth and the economic potential of North Yorkshire and she works with colleagues, partners and key stakeholders to help deliver our Economic Growth Strategy. Claire takes the lead responsibility for delivering a bespoke one to one business engagement and support service to the businesses of the Richmond and Northallerton constituency.
Claire brings with her over 38 years' experience of working in both the public and private sectors, including running her own business on Stokesley High Street. Outside of work, Claire is a Senior Trustee for a Community Interest Company and enjoys spending time with her family.
To book an appointment, contact us by email.