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Country fashion brand to open in Harrogate town centre

Rufford's co-owner Becky Clarke collects the keys for the new Harrogate shop.

A luxury country fashion brand is set to open in Harrogate this summer.

Rufford’s Country Lifestyle will open on Cambridge Crescent in July, offering its 'signature mix' of rural fashion and homeware.

Shoppers can expect a 'carefully curated selection of premium brands,' including Fairfax & Favour, Holland Cooper, Barbour and Dubarry.

The business, which has existing stores in Lancashire, is owned by father and daughter team Becky and Ged Clarke.

29-year-old Becky said:

“Our Lancashire store has gone from strength to strength since we opened eight years ago, and we’re keen to take that forwards.

“We’re excited to see our name above the door in Harrogate and bring something fresh to the centre.”

Ged Clarke, 56, added:

“We’ve been spending time in Harrogate for several years and always enjoy the mix of small boutiques, big brand shops and all the bars, cafes, restaurants, galleries…

“It’s so full of heritage, a fantastic platform for local, home-grown businesses.”

An exact opening date has not yet been revealed, but the new shop will be located between NatWest and Caffè Nero.

Speaking about what Rufford’s offers, Becky added:

“At Rufford’s we’ve created an attractive store with a warm welcome. Somewhere you can try on, touch and feel these luxury pieces before you buy.

“There wasn’t anywhere I could go to find all my favourite brands under one roof. Inspired by this gap in the market, I took on the challenge to create a place I felt gave the community something that was missing.”

Find out more about Rufford's Country Lifestyle online here.

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