Knaresborough
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Knaresborough is a historic market town located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council. With a population of around 16,000, it is known for its medieval castle ruins and the iconic viaduct over the River Nidd. Visitors often explore the town's rich heritage and scenic views.

Explore the map below to discover accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and live events across Knaresborough. Scroll down to browse featured listings and plan your perfect visit.

Stay in Knaresborough

Accommodation at Best Western Dower House Hotel in knaresborough railway station
Hotel

Best Western Dower House Hotel

Bond End, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AL
📍0.4m from the centre of Knaresborough

Headlands Caravan Park - Campsite in boroughbridge
Campsite

Headlands Caravan Park

Bar Ln, Roecliffe, York YO51 9LS, UK
📍6m from the centre of Knaresborough

Headlands Caravan Park offers a friendly, family-run campsite experience near Roecliffe, welcoming tourers and campers.

Glebe House holiday home with a sloped roof, surrounded by greenery and overlooking expansive fields in Hunsingore, Yorkshire.
Hotel

Glebe House holiday home

Glebe house, Hunsingore, Wetherby LS22 5HY, UK
📍5.2m from the centre of Knaresborough

Glebe House holiday home provides comfortable accommodation in hunsingore.

Rustic brick barn with large windows, a woman standing nearby, and a child sitting in a chair on a patio.
Hotel

Tockwith Lodge Barn

Fleet Ln, Tockwith, York YO26 7QE, UK
📍6.9m from the centre of Knaresborough

Tockwith Lodge Barn provides comfortable accommodation in tockwith.

Things to Do in Knaresborough

Historic stone buildings with arched windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path in Little Ribston, Yorkshire.
Park

Ribston Hall

Little Ribston, Wetherby LS22 4EZ, UK
📍3.1m from the centre of Knaresborough

Ribston Hall offers convenient parking for visitors exploring the charming area of Little Ribston near Wetherby. While specific details about the parking facility are limited, it is likely a standard pay-and-display car park, ensuring easy access to the nearby attractions. Enjoy the scenic surroundings and make the most of your visit to this picturesque part of Yorkshire.

Plumpton Rocks - Attraction in plompton
Attraction

Plumpton Rocks

Plumpton Rocks, Wetherby Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG5 8NA
📍2m from the centre of Knaresborough

Knaresborough Castle ruins with stone walls, archway, and benches under a partly cloudy sky.
Attraction

Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum

Castle Yard, Knaresborough HG5 8AS, UK
📍0.4m from the centre of Knaresborough

Located in the picturesque town of Knaresborough, the parking facility for the Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum offers convenient pay-and-display options. Visitors can enjoy easy access to this historic site with its stunning views of the river and viaduct, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the area's rich Norman heritage.

Cafe Grass Roots in north yorkshire
Cafe

Grass Roots

Ripon Rd, Bishop Monkton, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 3QD
📍6.2m from the centre of Knaresborough

Dining at Banyan Bar & Kitchen in harrogate
Restaurant

Banyan Bar & Kitchen

3 John Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1JZ
📍3.4m from the centre of Knaresborough

Cafe The Fox & Thistle in knaresborough
Cafe

The Fox & Thistle

20 Waterside, Knaresborough HG5 8DF, UK
📍0.5m from the centre of Knaresborough

Discover The Fox & Thistle, a charming Knaresborough cafe praised for its delicious coffee, tempting treats, and friendly service.

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Geographic Facts

This town is geographically within the following regions:

Population
15,718
Postcode
HG5
Administrative area
North Yorkshire Council (formerly Harrogate)
Dialing code
01423
Timezone
UTC±00:00

Data sourced from Wikidata and verified public records

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