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The Extra Mile: An Evening with Kevin Sinfield
Kevin Sinfield talks about his rugby league career, his MND fundraising and his friendship with Rob Burrow at Harrogate's Royal Hall on Friday 7 May 2027, starting 7.30pm.
What the evening is
The Extra Mile is a live talk with Sir Kevin Sinfield, the former Leeds Rhinos captain. He is known for his rugby league career and for the long-distance challenges he has completed to raise money for motor neurone disease (MND) charities. The evening covers his playing years, his fundraising and his friendship with Rob Burrow. The event has toured theatres and halls across the north of England and beyond. It is open to the public, and the Royal Hall show is presented by Harrogate Theatre.
Dates and times
The Harrogate date is Friday 7 May 2027, with a 7.30pm start. The Royal Hall is on Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SY. We could not find a published door opening time, so check your ticket confirmation nearer the date. Other venues on the tour have opened doors about an hour before the start, but that is not confirmed for Harrogate.
Tickets and who it suits
Tickets cost from £33 to £66. The top price is for a box seating two. The next price up includes a signed book and a chance to have a photo taken with Kevin. The show is recommended for ages 12 and over, and anyone under 16 must come with an adult. For wheelchair and companion bookings, call the Harrogate Theatre box office on 01423 502116. Tickets are sold through Harrogate Theatre, and its box office is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.
Getting to Harrogate
Harrogate 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 are driving, the town centre has car parks with more than 1,200 spaces in total, and the Royal Hall is a short walk from most of them. Check the Convention Centre's parking page nearer the date.
Book early
Sinfield's talks have sold well elsewhere, and the 7 May date falls on a Friday evening in spring. If you plan to stay overnight, it is sensible to book your tickets and your accommodation together, as central Harrogate fills up on event weekends.
Staying with us
Short Stay Harrogate is a local family-run company. Our serviced apartments and townhouses are in central Harrogate, and many are a short walk from the Convention Centre and the Royal Hall. A self-catering base suits a group of friends, a family with older children, or a couple making a weekend of it. You can cook a meal before the show and walk back afterwards.
After the show
Harrogate has plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance of the Royal Hall, so it is worth booking a table if you want to eat after a 7.30pm start. If you are staying the weekend, the Turkish Baths are a relaxing way to spend the next morning.
Staying for this event?
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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.
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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 does The Extra Mile: An Evening with Kevin Sinfield start?
The show is on Friday 7 May 2027 at the Royal Hall, starting at 7.30pm. We could not find a published door time, so check your ticket confirmation.
Is The Extra Mile: An Evening with Kevin Sinfield open to the public?
Yes. Anyone can buy tickets through Harrogate Theatre. It is recommended for ages 12 and over, and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
How much are tickets?
Harrogate Theatre lists prices from £33 to £66. The top price is for a box seating two. The next price up includes a signed book and a chance to take a photo with Kevin Sinfield.
How do I book tickets or ask about access?
Book through Harrogate Theatre, either online or by calling the box office on 01423 502116. The box office is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Call the same number for wheelchair and companion bookings. The Royal Hall and Convention Centre accept card and contactless payments only.
Where should I stay for The Extra Mile: An Evening with Kevin Sinfield?
Anywhere central keeps the Royal Hall within easy walking distance. Short Stay Harrogate has serviced apartments and townhouses in the town centre, many a short walk from the venue. They suit couples, groups and families. Book early, as Friday nights in May can be busy.
How do I get to Harrogate?
Harrogate 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 by train, and Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi.
