Local Attractions

Knaresborough and the surrounding Dales still reward a slow explore in 2026. • Mother Shipton’s Cave and The Petrifying Well
(England’s oldest visitor attraction, since 1630)

Knaresborough Castle and Museum

Market Day every Wednesday
(Since the Charter was granted in 1310)

Boats on the River Nidd

Arts & Craft Centre

Yearly Events:
  Bed Race Weekend every June
  Edwardian Weekend every December
  Feva Talent Week every August

Some of the many close attractions include Ripley Castle, Fountains Abbey, Nidd Valley and The Yorkshire Dales. The historic city of York is a short train journey away as is the bustling city of Leeds.

7 Market Place, Knaresborough, HG5 8AL
Call us: 01423 865880
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Accommodation

The Old Royal Oak has six brand new rooms. The accommodation is
a beautiful conversion of the original livery stable and has twin and double rooms all with en-suite bathroom, a TV, wireless internet connection, tea and coffee facilities and a hairdryer.

We are open every night of the year.

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