Sarah & Pip’s guidebook
Sightseeing & Local Delights
Take the short train to Harrogate town centre for the day and enjoy a stroll around the historic spa town.
221 locals recommend
Harrogate
Take the short train to Harrogate town centre for the day and enjoy a stroll around the historic spa town.
A superb walk and only moments from Knaresborough town centre
38 locals recommend
Knaresborough Castle
Castle YardA superb walk and only moments from Knaresborough town centre
If the sun is out then this is a must! Enjoy Knaresborough's delights from the water including the viaduct and view of Mother Shipton's Cave - one of the UK's oldest treasures.
Knaresborough Blenkhorn's Boat Hire
If the sun is out then this is a must! Enjoy Knaresborough's delights from the water including the viaduct and view of Mother Shipton's Cave - one of the UK's oldest treasures.
If you're fortunate enough to visit on a Wednesday then you can stumble out the door and be in the heart of Knaresborough's famous weekly market - sampling delights and local craftsmanship!
Weekly market Knaresborough
8 Market PlaceIf you're fortunate enough to visit on a Wednesday then you can stumble out the door and be in the heart of Knaresborough's famous weekly market - sampling delights and local craftsmanship!
One of the UK's oldest gem's - well worth a visit for friends and family.
50 locals recommend
Mother Shipton's Cave
Harrogate RoadOne of the UK's oldest gem's - well worth a visit for friends and family.
River Nidd Waterside Walk - Listed as #1 of 26 things to do in Knaresborough. Enjoy nature & wildlife as you enjoy Knaresborough's greatest hiking trail. A stunning scenic walk.
Nidd Gorge
River Nidd Waterside Walk - Listed as #1 of 26 things to do in Knaresborough. Enjoy nature & wildlife as you enjoy Knaresborough's greatest hiking trail. A stunning scenic walk.
Bebra Gardens is an attractive park close to Knaresborough Castle. It is a hidden gem providing a haven from the hustle and bustle of the town centre. Bebra Gardens is located on a steep slope and there are sloping, meandering pathways leading through mature trees and topiery. The paths lead through the park to the paddling pool at the lowest point and onto Waterside below.
7 locals recommend
Bebra Gardens
Brewerton StreetBebra Gardens is an attractive park close to Knaresborough Castle. It is a hidden gem providing a haven from the hustle and bustle of the town centre. Bebra Gardens is located on a steep slope and there are sloping, meandering pathways leading through mature trees and topiery. The paths lead through the park to the paddling pool at the lowest point and onto Waterside below.
"One of those rare gems you must visit. A walk in nature. Take a flask and lunch and admire the rock formations and water. Look out for the scenes painted by Turner. Truly magical and stunning."
6 locals recommend
Plumpton Rocks
Wetherby Road"One of those rare gems you must visit. A walk in nature. Take a flask and lunch and admire the rock formations and water. Look out for the scenes painted by Turner. Truly magical and stunning."
York Racecourse
Some of the UK's best racing - a superb day out!
Ripon races are easily accessible and fairly regular, a truly superb day out and great for people watching...and racing of course!
24 locals recommend
Ripon Races
Boroughbridge RoadRipon races are easily accessible and fairly regular, a truly superb day out and great for people watching...and racing of course!
Food scene
Afternoon Tea is a must - this is the original Betty's Tea Room
156 locals recommend
Bettys Café Tea Rooms
1 Parliament StAfternoon Tea is a must - this is the original Betty's Tea Room
One of the best restaurants in the area, superb food, welcoming hospitality and great wine! Huge rear sun terrace that you can enjoy or a meal on or simply a glass of wine in the sun. Highly recommend!
The General Tarleton
One of the best restaurants in the area, superb food, welcoming hospitality and great wine! Huge rear sun terrace that you can enjoy or a meal on or simply a glass of wine in the sun. Highly recommend!
The famous Ivy eatery based in Harrogate, only a short journey from Knaresborough, is a delight for brunch, lunch or dinner!
37 locals recommend
The Ivy Harrogate Brasserie
7-9 Parliament StThe famous Ivy eatery based in Harrogate, only a short journey from Knaresborough, is a delight for brunch, lunch or dinner!
One of our favourite restaurants in the area - think Asian fusion! Delicious!
41 locals recommend
Orchid Restaurant
28 Swan RdOne of our favourite restaurants in the area - think Asian fusion! Delicious!
What a lunch spot - sit outside in the extensive beer garden and enjoy views of the trains below you. Highly recommend the overloaded cheese toastie...unreal!
8 locals recommend
The Bear at Carriages
87-89 High StreetWhat a lunch spot - sit outside in the extensive beer garden and enjoy views of the trains below you. Highly recommend the overloaded cheese toastie...unreal!
Not only is this a hidden gem with traditional sweeties and knick knacks however they also do a delicious sweet treat and cup of tea! If its a nice day, take a seat outside in the market and enjoy some people watching.
Lavender Tea Rooms
16 Market PlaceNot only is this a hidden gem with traditional sweeties and knick knacks however they also do a delicious sweet treat and cup of tea! If its a nice day, take a seat outside in the market and enjoy some people watching.