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Cuore Chamber Orchestra: Season Opening Concert
Cuore Chamber Orchestra open their 2026/27 season at Harrogate's Royal Hall on Friday 6 November, with violinist Jennifer Pike playing Mozart, plus Grieg's Holberg Suite and a Michael Berkeley Yorkshire premiere.
What the concert is
Cuore Chamber Orchestra is a professional ensemble founded in Harrogate in 2025 by conductor William Dutton. On Friday 6 November 2026 it opens its second season at the Royal Hall, its home venue. The programme has Grieg's Holberg Suite and the Yorkshire premiere of Michael Berkeley's Meditations for strings. Mozart fills the rest of the evening, with his Symphony No. 29 and his Violin Concerto No. 3. The soloist is Jennifer Pike, who won BBC Young Musician of the Year as a child. The concert is open to the public, and the Royal Hall's Edwardian auditorium is part of the appeal.
Date and time
There is one performance, on Friday 6 November 2026, starting at 7.30pm. We could not find a published doors or interval time, so check your ticket confirmation or ask the box office.
Tickets and who it suits
Tickets are sold through Harrogate Theatre, which promotes the event, at £16.50 to £81.50. The top price is for a box seating two. Under 18s pay £5. The concert is suitable for all ages, though under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. The box office is on 01423 502116 and is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Note that the Royal Hall and Convention Centre take card and contactless payments only.
Getting there
The Royal Hall is in central Harrogate, and many of our apartments and townhouses are a short walk away, so you can go home on foot after the concert. The railway station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly. Leeds is about 35 minutes away by train, and Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi. If you drive, the Convention Centre lists over 1,200 parking spaces in the town centre.
Book early
Best seats and boxes tend to go first, and November weekends in Harrogate can be busy. It helps to settle tickets and accommodation together. We are a family-run company with serviced apartments and townhouses close to the Royal Hall. A kitchen and extra space suit couples, friends travelling together, or a family bringing young concert-goers.
After the concert
A 7.30pm start leaves time for an early dinner beforehand, or a late supper afterwards, in the town's many restaurants and wine bars. The next morning, the Turkish Baths are a relaxed way to round off a weekend away. Whichever you choose, a short walk back to your apartment means no late taxi or drive.
Staying for this event?
Your base in Harrogate, a short walk from the venue
Come for the concert, stay for the weekend: Harrogate's spa, gardens and restaurants are on the doorstep.
See available homesCentral and walkable
Our homes are spread across central Harrogate, many within a short walk of the Convention Centre, the Royal Hall and the station.
Room for the whole team
Apartments and townhouses that sleep groups, often better value than booking several hotel rooms for exhibitors or delegates.
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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
What time does the Cuore concert start?
The concert starts at 7.30pm on Friday 6 November 2026 at the Royal Hall. No separate doors time is published, so check your booking confirmation.
Is Cuore Chamber Orchestra: Season Opening Concert open to the public?
Yes. Anyone can buy a ticket through Harrogate Theatre's box office or website. It is suitable for all ages, but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
How much are tickets?
Harrogate Theatre lists prices from £16.50 to £81.50. The top price is for a box seating two, and under 18s pay £5. Please check the booking page for current availability.
What will the orchestra play?
The programme includes Grieg's Holberg Suite and the Yorkshire premiere of Michael Berkeley's Meditations. It also has Mozart's Symphony No. 29 and Violin Concerto No. 3, with soloist Jennifer Pike.
Where should I stay for Cuore Chamber Orchestra: Season Opening Concert?
Short Stay Harrogate has serviced apartments and townhouses in the town centre, many a short walk from the Royal Hall and Convention Centre. That makes it easy to get to a 7.30pm start and walk back afterwards. It is worth booking early for a Friday in November.
How do I get to the Royal Hall?
The station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. Trains run direct to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes away. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi. The Convention Centre says it has over 1,200 parking spaces in the town centre.
