Welcome to Knaresborough Town Council's website

Knaresborough is an historic market town and civil parish in the Borough of Harrogate, North Yorkshire located on the River Nidd, approximately four miles east of the centre of Harrogate.

Latest News

Town Ranger Update

Town Ranger Update

Published: 11 Sep 25

Oliver and his team have been hard at work this summer, tackling a wide range of Town Ranger tasks that have truly made a difference in brightening up our town. Read More...

Knaresborough Commemorates the 255th Anniversary of the Enclosure Act and Celebrates Knaresborough Forest Day

Knaresborough Commemorates the 255th Anniversary of the Enclosure Act and Celebrates Knaresborough Forest Day

Published: 16 Aug 25

On Wednesday 13th August 2025 the town came together to commemorate the 255th anniversary of this historic anniversary, while also celebrating ‘Knaresborough Forest Day’. Read More...

New Illustrated Town Map

New Illustrated Town Map

Published: 14 Aug 25

Explore Knaresborough Like Never Before! We’re excited to unveil our brand new Knaresborough Town Map Leaflet – beautifully illustrated by local artist Helen Salmons. Read More...

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