Congratulations to all the 2026 Craven College graduates!
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Friday 11 September 2026
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Congratulations to all the 2026 Craven College graduates!
We are delighted to invite you to the Craven College Graduation Ceremony 2026, an opportunity to celebrate your achievements with friends, family, tutors, and fellow graduates.
Official invitations will be sent out to all students in July 2026.
Please note ticket, gowning and photography booking systems will go live on Monday 27 July 2026. Please check back here on this date to find the booking links.
(Please note, student tickets are FREE and students can book up to 3 guest tickets)
Tickets – Student & Guests
Bookings will open Monday 27 July
Gowning & Photography
Bookings will open Monday 27 July
If you have any queries regarding tickets, please email events@craven-college.ac.uk and our team will get back to you.
If you have any queries regarding gowning or photography, please contact William Northams directly or email: joanna.bell@williamnortham.com
(Please note, gowning is not available for Access to HE students for this event)
Please note. The college can provide financial support towards the cost of graduation through the Graduation Bursary. Further information can be found in the FAQs below ‘Bursary Support’.
Event itinerary:
| Times | Location |
|---|---|
| 4:45pm | Drinks Reception, Photography & Gowning (Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton, BD23 1AH) |
| 5:45pm | Guests take their seats in Skipton Town Hall |
| 6:00pm | Ceremony in Skipton Town Hall |
If you have any queries regarding this event, please email events@craven-college.ac.uk and our team will get back to you.
If you have any outstanding fees or have failed your course you will not be able to attend the Ceremony.
FAQs
Bursary Support
Students in receipt of the College bursary or that have a household income of less than £25,000 can apply for the Graduation Bursary, this will cover the cost of 2 tickets, gown hire, and a photography package. If you would like to take advantage of this support, please apply for the graduation bursary through PayMyStudent on the College home page by Friday, 28 August 2026. The HE team will then contact you regarding your gown hire.
Important: Please do not pay or book directly with the gowning and photography company, as you will be charged the full cost and the college will not be able to refund your payment.
What time shall I arrive?
Please arrive at Skipton Town Hall no earlier than 4:45pm
Will there be parking available at the event?
There are various car parks in and around Skipton. The closest car park to Skipton Town Hall is the High Street car park, details can be found via: https://www.welcometoskipton.com/plan-your-visit/
How many guests can I bring with me to the event?
Each Graduate is welcome to bring up to 3 guests with them to the event.
Will there be refreshments available at the event?
A FREE glass of prosecco or orange juice will be available with all student and guest tickets at Skipton Town Hall. Drinks tickets will be given out upon registration at Skipton Town Hall.
Is there a dress code for the event?
Students will walk onto the stage to collect their certificates during the ceremony; we recommend that all graduates wear appropriate footwear.
Will this event be filmed?
This event will be filmed and photographed, please let a Craven College staff member know if you would not like to be on camera.
We also encourage all guests to take photos throughout the ceremony and post about the event on social media, please tag Craven College in any posts you do share.