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An Evening with Nigel Owens MBE
Welsh former international referee Nigel Owens MBE tells stories from his rugby career at Harrogate's Royal Hall on Thursday 11 February 2027, followed by a live audience Q&A.
What the evening is
An Evening with Nigel Owens MBE is a one-man talk at the Royal Hall in Harrogate. Nigel Owens is a Welsh former international rugby union referee who retired in 2020. He is known for his dry humour on the pitch, and for being the only referee appointed to three consecutive Heineken Cup finals. He tells stories from on and off the field. The second half of the evening is a live Q&A where the audience can ask him anything, off the record. It is a public ticketed show, and the venue describes it as suited to sports fans.
Date and times
The show is on Thursday 11 February 2027 and starts at 7.30pm. Harrogate Theatre lists a running time of 110 minutes. It has not published a doors time, so check your ticket confirmation nearer the date. Harrogate Theatre promotes the event, and the Royal Hall is run as part of Harrogate Convention Centre.
Tickets and who can go
Tickets cost from £32.50 to £65.00. The top price is for a box that seats two. The next price up is VIP seating in the best seats in the house, which includes a meet and greet and a photo with Nigel. The show is suitable for ages 14 and over, and under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. You can book through Harrogate Theatre's website. The box office on 01423 502116 is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Wheelchair and companion bookings need to be made by phone. The Royal Hall and Convention Centre take card and contactless payments only, so there is no need to bring cash.
Getting there
Harrogate station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes away by train. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi. The Convention Centre says there are over 1,200 parking spaces in the town centre. In February it is worth allowing extra time if you are driving to an evening show.
Book early
Nigel Owens has played to sell-out audiences on other dates of this tour. If you want VIP seats or a box, buy early. Harrogate also has other Royal Hall events that month, so rooms can be harder to find on busy weekends. Thursday 11 February is a midweek date, so it suits a one-night stay or a long weekend that includes Friday.
Staying with us
Short Stay Harrogate is a local family-run company. We have serviced apartments and townhouses in central Harrogate, many a short walk from the Convention Centre and the Royal Hall. An apartment gives you space to meet friends before the show, and a kitchen if you would rather not eat out on both nights. You can walk back after the Q&A, so there is no need for a taxi or a designated driver.
After the show
The town centre has plenty of restaurants and bars within easy walking distance of the Royal Hall. If you are staying the night, the Turkish Baths on Parliament Street are a good way to start the next morning. Do check their opening times and booking rules before you go.
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Getting there
Harrogate station is in the town centre, with direct trains to London King's Cross roughly every hour and to Leeds in about 35 minutes. The Convention Centre is around a ten-minute walk from the station.
Book early
Big shows and conferences fill the town quickly, especially multi-day trade fairs. Book your stay as soon as your dates are confirmed.
Make a night of it
After the event, Harrogate's restaurants, bars and Turkish Baths are on the doorstep. See our local guide for where we eat and drink.
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See what's onQuestions people ask
When is An Evening with Nigel Owens MBE?
It is on Thursday 11 February 2027 at the Royal Hall, Harrogate. The start time is 7.30pm and the show runs for about 110 minutes.
Is An Evening with Nigel Owens MBE open to the public?
Yes. It is a ticketed public show. Tickets are sold by Harrogate Theatre, which promotes the event, at harrogatetheatre.co.uk or on 01423 502116.
How much are tickets and what age is it suitable for?
Tickets cost from £32.50 to £65.00. The top price is for a box that seats two, and the next price up is VIP seating with a meet and greet and photo. The show is suitable for ages 14 and over, and under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Where should I stay for An Evening with Nigel Owens MBE?
Somewhere central makes the evening easier, because you can walk to and from the Royal Hall. Short Stay Harrogate has serviced apartments and townhouses in the town centre, many a short walk from the Convention Centre and Royal Hall. Harrogate Convention Centre also lists accommodation of other kinds on its website.
Is there a Q&A?
Yes. The second half of the evening includes a live Q&A with Nigel, and the organisers describe it as off the record.
Can I pay by cash at the venue?
No. The Royal Hall and Harrogate Convention Centre accept card and contactless payments only.
