Parking in Knaresborough

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Knaresborough is located in the district of Harrogate around 20 miles by car from Leeds. It is an historic market and spa town that dates back to the 5th century and has retained a lot of its historic charm with cobbled walkways and alleys and a number of local, boutique shops. 

It is most recognisable for the Victorian viaduct that first opened in the 1850s. The Harrogate line train now crosses the River Nidd over this viaduct. You can row along the River Nidd, underneath the 78ft high arches and admire this piece of architecture.

Other sites in Knaresborough include the ruins of Knaresborough Castle. It was once the home of medieval kings, and overlooks the River Nidd. You can explore the castle on your own or join a guided tour to learn more about the ruin’s fascinating history. The castle and courthouse museum close over the winter, but the grounds remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are in Knaresborough Mother Shipton’s Cave is another attraction worth visiting. The Petrifying Well here is unique as the water turns everyday objects into stone. The park is named after Mother Shipton, who was a famed prophet, predicting the defeat of the Spanish Armada and the Great Fire of London. The park also has several picnic areas, a playground and museum.

Knaresborough Market is open on Wednesdays and has a number of stalls selling fresh fruits and vegetables as well as other food items. You’ll also find household essentials and other items, so you’re sure to pick up a unique souvenir of your trip to Knaresborough. The streets of Knaresborough are full of local, independent stores as well, with a number of art galleries around.

Knaresborough mostly serves as a commuter town and local hub for the surrounding rural towns. It is a popular place with visitors to the area due to its history, unique architecture and boutique shops. The town has a population of around 15,500 people.

Looking for a parking space close to Knaresborough? YourParkingSpace can help. We provide a simple online platform for reserving a parking space in advance. Long-term and short-term off street parking options include driveways and lock-up garages, all within easy reach of Knaresborough.

Knaresborough parking is available close to several attractions and the centre of the city. Parking for motorcycles at the car parks listed below is free of charge. The car parks listed below are also open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Chapel Street car park has 56 spaces available, and the maximum stay is 4 hours.  

• 1 hour-£0.60
• 2 hours-£1.00
• 4 hours-£1.60

Fisher Street car park has 48 spaces with a maximum stay of 4 hours. 

• 1 hour-£0.60
• 2 hours-£1.00
• 4 hours-£1.60.

Castle Yard car park has 69 spaces, and a maximum stay of 4 hours applies. 

• 1 hour-£0.60
• 2 hours-£1.00
• 4 hours-£1.60.

York Place is a larger car park with 240 spaces. 

• 1 hour-£0.40
• 2 hours-£0.80
• 4 hours-£1.20
• Over 4 hours-£1.60
• Monthly Season Ticket £25.00.

Waterside car park has 70 spaces, with long-term parking available.

• 1 hour-£0.30
• 2 hours-£0.60
• 4 hours-£0.90
• Over 4 hours-£1.20
• Sat and Sun £1.80 per day

Conyngham Hall is another larger car park with 355 spaces and stays of over 4 hours allowed. 

• Summer Tariff 1 March to 31 October each year
• 1 hour-£0.90
• 2 hours £1.80
• 4 hours-£3.00
• Over 4 hours-£4.00.       
• Winter Tariff November to end of February each year
• 1 hour-£0.40
• 2 hours-£0.80
• 4 hours-£1.20
• Over 4 hours-£1.80.
• Monthly Season Ticket £25.00 all days 
• Monthly Season Ticket- £20.00 Monday – Friday 
• Winter Season Ticket £25.00 November to February.

Alternatively, you can browse the options available at YourParkingSpace. We have short term and long term options available in Knaresborough.

By Train: Knaresborough station services the northern line which links the town with York and Leeds.

By Bus: There are a number of local buses that stop around Knaresborough linking local attractions and popular sites. Buses are also available from Ripon and Pateley Bridge.

By Car: If you are travelling from Leeds to Knaresborough follow the A61 or A1(M).

Knaresborough parking for disabled visitors is available at the Conyngham Hall, Chapel Street, Fisher Street, Castle Yard, York Place and Waterside car parks. You will need to make sure your blue badge is clearly displayed. Parking in Knaresborough in these car parks for blue badge holders is free of charge.

To search for the disabled car park that is closest to Knaresborough, see the Blue Badge Parking website.

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What is Knaresborough’s postcode district?

HG5.

What day is market day in Knaresborough?

Market day is on Wednesdays in Knaresborough, with a market being held in the square since 1310.

Who lived in Knaresborough Castle?

The wife of Kind Edward III, Queen Philippa, lived in Knaresborough Castle before being passed to her youngest son John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster. Before this it was occupied by Hugh de Moreville, Reginald Fitzurse, William de Tracy and Richard le Bret who barricaded themselves in the castle after murdering the Archbishop of Canterbury.

What does Knaresborough mean?

The name comes from “knarre” which means “rocky outcrop” and “burgh” meaning fortress. The Anglo-Saxon name, therefore, meant “fortress on the rock”.

What is Knaresborough’s dialling code?

If you are calling someone in Knaresborough use the prefix 01423.