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The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins
Sue Perkins brings her first stand-up tour in almost 20 years to Harrogate's Royal Hall on Friday 26 February 2027, with stories of TV mishaps, embarrassment and public misunderstanding.
What it is and who goes
The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins is a stand-up show by the broadcaster and comedian best known for The Great British Bake Off, Just a Minute and Taskmaster. It is her first full-length stand-up tour in nearly 20 years. The show deals with stigma, humiliation and misunderstanding, with stories from behind the TV cameras. Expect anecdotes about a medical problem on live television, a hoover-related mishap and the aftermath of private photos reaching the internet. It is an ordinary public comedy night, so you will find a mix of couples, friends and groups, many of them making an evening of it.
Dates and times
The Harrogate date is Friday 26 February 2027 at the Royal Hall, with a 7.30pm start. The running time is given as about 1 hour 50 minutes including an interval, so a finish at around 9.20pm is a fair guess. No separate doors time has been published for Harrogate, so check your ticket confirmation nearer the date.
For visitors
Tickets are sold through Harrogate Theatre, priced from £34 to £68. The top price is for a box seating two, and boxes may have a restricted view. Harrogate Theatre advises ages 14 and over, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The tour's own site gives 16+, so check before bringing younger guests. Wheelchair and companion bookings should be made by phoning the box office on 01423 502116. The Royal Hall and Convention Centre take card and contactless payments only, so leave the cash at home.
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. If you are driving, the Convention Centre lists more than 1,200 parking spaces in the town centre.
Book early, and where to stay
Friday evening shows in a town-centre venue tend to bring in visitors from across Yorkshire and beyond, so rooms near the Royal Hall can go quickly. Our serviced apartments and townhouses are in central Harrogate, many a short walk from the Royal Hall. That means no taxi to book for the end of the night, and room to spread out if you are travelling as a group. Booking the accommodation when you buy your tickets is the easiest way to get the location you want.
After the show
Harrogate has plenty of places to eat before or after the performance, from restaurants to fish and chips. Many bars stay open late on a Friday. If you are staying the weekend, the Turkish Baths are a good way to spend Saturday morning, and the town is easy to explore on foot.
Staying for this event?
Your base in Harrogate, a short walk from the venue
Make a night of it: dinner in town before the show, then a short walk back to your apartment.
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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
Where should I stay for The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins?
Somewhere within walking distance of the Royal Hall makes the evening easier. Short Stay Harrogate has serviced apartments and townhouses in central Harrogate, many a short walk from the Royal Hall and Convention Centre. They suit couples and groups who want to stay on after the show.
Is The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins open to the public?
Yes. It is a ticketed public comedy show on Friday 26 February 2027 at the Royal Hall, with tickets sold through Harrogate Theatre.
What time does the show start and how long is it?
It starts at 7.30pm. The running time is about 1 hour 50 minutes including an interval.
How much are tickets, and how do I book?
Tickets cost £34 to £68, and the top price is for a box seating two. Book through Harrogate Theatre online, or phone the box office on 01423 502116. You can also email the box office on bookings@harrogatetheatre.co.uk.
What is the age guidance?
Harrogate Theatre recommends ages 14+ and says under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. The tour website gives 16+, so it is worth checking before booking for younger guests.
Can I pay by cash at the venue?
No. The Royal Hall and Harrogate Convention Centre accept card and contactless payments only.
