Welcome to Knaresborough

Knaresborough is a historic market town located in North Yorkshire, England. The town is situated on the River Nidd and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Knaresborough is known for its stunning views, charming streets, and rich history. The town has a population of around 15,000 people and is a popular tourist destination.

One of the main attractions in Knaresborough is the Knaresborough Castle. The castle was built in the 12th century and is now a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the castle ruins and learn about the history of the town. Another popular attraction is the Mother Shipton's Cave. The cave is named after a famous prophetess who lived in the area in the 16th century. Visitors can explore the cave and learn about the legend of Mother Shipton.

Knaresborough is also known for its annual events, including the Knaresborough Bed Race and the Knaresborough Christmas Market. The Bed Race is a unique event where teams race decorated beds through the streets of the town. The Christmas Market is a popular event that attracts visitors from all over the country. The market features over 100 stalls selling a variety of gifts, food, and drink. Overall, Knaresborough is a charming town with a rich history and plenty of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 15.2°C

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Wind: 21 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
The Forest School Academy Special Converter Ages:2-16 Head Teacher Mrs Shona Crichton	Park Lane Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0DQ 1423864583 School Website
Meadowside Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Maiden	Halfpenny Lane Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0SL 1423866207 School Website
Aspin Park Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sharon Robertson	Wetherby Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8LQ 1423863920 School Website
Knaresborough St John's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alex Hope	Stockwell Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0JN 1423863265 School Website
Goldsborough Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Zoe Ellis	Goldsborough Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8NJ 01423862617 School Website
King Jamess School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Carl A Sugden	King James Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8EB 01423866061 School Website
St Marys Primary School Knaresborough A Voluntary Catholic Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Tomlinson	Tentergate Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 9BG 01423864631 School Website
Scotton Lingerfield Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Calvert	Market Flat Lane Lingerfield Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 9JA 01423862209 School Website
Starbeck Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Garry De Castro Morland	High Street Starbeck Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7LL 1423884780
Springwater School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Edwards	High Street Starbeck Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7LW 01423883214 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Knaresborough Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA 1.35 Miles

Starbeck High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA 2.81 Miles

Hornbeam Park Hookstone Road, Hornbeam Park, North Yorkshire, HG2 8QT 4.22 Miles

Harrogate Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE 4.31 Miles

Cattal Station Road, Cattal, North Yorkshire, YO26 8DT 5.13 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Tarnys Cars 07751 719444 19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE 0.71 Miles
Knaresborough Private Hire 01423 550027 19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE 0.71 Miles
Mj Cars 01423 861039 28 High Street, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0EQ 1.20 Miles
Knaresborough Cars 01423 863020 31-33 Market Place, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8AG 1.26 Miles
Harrogate Taxi 71 07950 173630 Ldc Offices, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7DB 2.73 Miles
Airport Transfers Harrogate 07950 173630 Spa House/Hookstone Pk, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7DB 2.73 Miles
Association Taxis 01423 303030 Ldc Offices Spa House Hookstone Park, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7DB 2.73 Miles
Gbs Executive Cars 01423 888000 28 Olive Walk, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4RJ 2.95 Miles
Atlantis Man And Van Hire 01423 881894 Kingsley Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4RG 2.95 Miles
Compass Long Distance Travel 07710 398839 16 Main Avenue Shaws Trailer Park, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7NL 3.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sykes Bridge D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lido Leisure Park Box Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Goldsborough Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
St Roberts D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Eastgate Medical Gp - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Eastgate Surgery Knaresborough HG5 0AD
Eastgate Medical Group 01423 788300	Eastgate Surgery 31B York Place Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0AD
Beech House Surgery 01423 542562	Beech House Surgery 1 Ash Tree Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0UB
Stockwell Road Surgery 01423 867433	The Surgery 21 Stockwell Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0JY
The Health Centre, Knaresborough Road	80 Knaresborough Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7LU

Local Stores

Petrol Wetherby Road
Wetherby Road
Knaresborough
North Yorkshire
HG5 8LH
01423 868363
Store Website
0.85 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Woodlands
135 Wetherby Road
Harrogate
HG2 7AA
01423886252
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tower Veterinary Group
61 Wetherby Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8LH 01423 866594 admin@towervets.co.uk Website 0.91 miles
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Forest House Vets Ltd
29 York Place Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0AD 01423 862 121 office@fhvets.co.uk Website 1.11 miles
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Harrogate Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 1 Hookstone Park Hookstone Chase Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7DB 01423 886 666 harrogate@vets4pets.com Website 2.71 miles
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Yorkshire Equine Practice Ltd
Ground Floor Suite S04 Allerton Castle Knaresborough Harrogate North Yorkshire HG5 0SE 01904 737763 yeplyd@yahoo.com Website 2.78 miles
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Medivet Harrogate Knaresborough Road -Shamrock Veterinary Clinic
43 Knaresborough Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7SR 01423 884074 Website 3.45 miles
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Gdt Veterinary Services T/A Robin'S Nest Vets
Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 5JF 07949 271570 Website 4.07 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Conyngham Hall Trail
Conygham Hall Trail Is A Real Treat. Riverside Walk Next To River Nidd Then Parts Woodland On Paths Or Off Trail. There Number Pathways. Conyngham Hall Business Centre Bond End Knaresborough Lancashire HG5 9AY 1.65 miles Opposite Mother Shiptons Cave

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Nidd Gorge
Set In A Steep Wooded Valley, Nidd Gorge Has Over 140 Acres Of History. A Great Walk On The Northern Side Of The Woodland, Taking In The Dramatic Scenery Of The Wood And River. HG5 9HE 2.58 miles From The A1, Take Exit 47 Onto The A59 Towards Harrogate And York. Follow The A59 Over One Roundabout And At The Second Roundabout Take The Third Exit To Follow The A59. Continue Into Knaresborough And Onto High Street. From High Street, Take The B6165 Towards Ripley. After Around 1.5 Miles You Will Find The Car Park Just Before Scotton Drive.

Ripley Castle Dog Walk
Hollybank Lane In Ripley Offers A Scenic Walk That Takes You Around The Outside Of The Ripley Castle Walls. Ripley Castle Itself Unfortunately Cannot Allow Dogs Inside The Grounds Due To The Herd Of Deer That Live There, However The Walk Along Hollybank Lane Is A Fantastic Alternative. Oak Cottage Ripley Castle Estate Ripley Harrogate HG3 3AY 5.62 miles This Walk Is Down Hollybank Lane Which Takes You Around The Outside Of The Castle Walls.

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Harland Way
Walk From Wetherby (Free Car Park) To The Medieval Village Of Spofforth And The Castle (Where The Rebel Barons Drew Up The Magna Carta). Pub In Village. Harland Way Trail To Spofforth 5Km Round Trip. Or You Can Walk Towards York.Car Park At The Old Station, Wetherby Ls22 6Sd Free No Toilets Unless Walk Into Wetherby. Linton Road Wetherby Lancashire LS22 6SD 6.08 miles

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Studley Royal Deer Park
Walk Through Deer Park, Possible Encounters With Deer Of Varying Sizes. Chair Walk Ripon Lancashire HG4 3DY 9.14 miles Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village

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Beningbrough Hall
A Fantastic Circular, River Walk With Views Across The Parkland And To The Hall, Taking In The River, Woodlands And The Wider Estate. YO30 1DD 9.30 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

Weather Forecast

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