As well as the Regular Events and Events by Date listed below for Knaresborough and nearby you might also like to check the following websites (Knaresborough Online is not responsible for the content of external websites):

• Knaresborough Bed Race
• feva: Knaresborough Festival
• The Frazer Theatre
• Harrogate and District Naturalists' Society - programme of events and field meetings
• Knaresborough Silver Band - information on concerts
• Knaresborough Men's Forum - a series of interesting talks on a wide variety of subjects
• Knaresborough Flower Club - programme of events, talks and practical demonstrations
• Knaresborough Horticultural Society
• Nidderdale Hardy Planters - programme of garden visits and talks
• Knaresborough Rotary Club Events on Facebook

Regular Events

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Every Tuesday
7.30pm - 9.30pm

Knaresborough Silver Band Practice

At Methodist Church Centre on Gracious Street, Knaresborough. For further information tel. 01423 866400.

Market Day

For seven hundred years a market has been held on Wednesday in the Market Square of Knaresborough. Actually for even longer as it was in existence before the charter granted by Edward II in 1310.

Every Wednesday
7:30 to 10pm

Traditional Scottish social dancing (Scottish Country dancing)

Classes are held in Holy Trinity Church Hall (Markington Village Hall on 4th Wednesday in month). The evenings teach the traditional social dances of Scotland and the steps and formations needed for them in a friendly and enjoyable environment. Whilst most dances involve you dancing, with a partner, in sets of typically eight dancers, this form of dancing does not require you to come as a couple (though couples are welcome), as part of its social ethos is that you mix and dance with many partners through the evening. Apart from encouraging the overall friendly atmosphere, this enables the more experienced dancers to help those less experienced - especially beginners.The charge is £3.00 per evening, which includes "a cuppa" and a biscuit at the interval.
Telephone Malcolm Frost for more information: 01423 872686
Royal Scottish Dance Society (Leeds Branch) - charity no10720452

Every Thursday
7.30pm - 9.30pm

Knaresborough Choral Society

At Methodist Church Centre on Gracious Street, Knaresborough. For further information contact Brian Hoare, tel. 01423 860750.

Every Thursday
7pm

Square Dancing

Free first evening, £2 per person thereafter. Chain Lane Community Centre, Knaresborough. For further information tel. 01765 604422.

Every Thursday
8pm -10pm

Knaresborough Country Dance Club (Term time only)

Admission £2. At Scout Hut, Wetherby Road, Knaresborough. For more information tel. 01423 884743 or email krlloyd@talk21.com

Arkendale Community Hall Baby & Toddler Group

The Arkendale Community Hall Baby & Toddler Group is a welcoming environment where pre-school children can join in activities, play together and have fun. Parents/grandparents/guardians take part in the activities to create a supportive and stimulating environment. We have a weekly theme involving a craft and/or activity to encourage learning and association.

You may wish to bring a spare change of clothes.

Come along and join in or contact Fiona for more informationon 07769 292969 or email fi_duthie@hotmail.com

Visit our website to find out more

The Bridge Coffee Bar: Book Clubs

New members are welcome – both Clubs read the same books and meet at 10.00am.
The Bridge Coffee Bar, The Methodist Church Centre On Gracious Street (behind the bus station).

The Bridge Coffee Bar: Chatty Crafts

Meets at 10.00am to enjoy a chat and a coffee while doing knitting, cross stitch, etc. New people welcome to come along.
The Bridge Coffee Bar, The Methodist Church Centre On Gracious Street (behind the bus station).

The Bridge Coffee Bar: Piano Morning

Listen to a variety of tunes by Malcolm Hughes, chat with friends, and enjoy a coffee and a snack. Everyone very welcome.
The Bridge Coffee Bar, The Methodist Church Centre On Gracious Street (behind the bus station).

April 2012

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Francis Nicholson Exhibition

Self portrait courtesy of
Martyn Gregory Gallery

Francis Nicholson born in Pickering 1753 lived and worked in Knaresborough living in Lower Grosvenor Street approx between 1791 and 95 and then moving to Ripon by 1796. He moved to London early 1800's and died in Charlotte Street in 1844.

He painted the Dropping Well ( a copy is owned by Harrogate Art Gallery) and Grimbald Crag and of course many of Fountains Abbey.

There is an exhibition of a selection of his watercolour, oil, drawings and prints mainly of Yorkshire and the Lake District at Ryedale Folk Museum from March 31 to May 20 at Ryedale Folk Museum.

This year is the bicentenial year of his presidency of the Oil and
Watercolour Society now known as the Royal Watercolour Society.

The Gallery, at Ryedale Folk Museum, Hutton-le-Hole York YO62 6UA. Tel. 01751 417367

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

Pampered Chef Evening

Join us on Friday 27th April for an evening of sensational food, fun and friends!

Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre are hosting a Pampered Chef evening to raise money for Henshaws.

From 7pm there will be the chance to try high-quality kitchen tools that fit any budget, and learn tips to make cooking and entertaining easier.

There will also be the opportunity to see how to prepare a simple yet impressive recipe in no time at all. Why not double the fun and bring a friend?

For more information visit the Pampered Chef website (www.pamperedchef.com) or RSVP to Maria Dawbarn, (01423) 799605.

Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre, 50 Bond End, Knaresborough, HG5 9AL

The Methodist Church Centre on Gracious Street

Hot and cold drinks and homemade food from 10.00 - 4.00

2.00pm Womens Fashion Show and Sale

Admission free - all welcome

Knaresborough Spring Fayre

A wide range of gifts and fresh local produce will be on sale from stalls in the historic Market Place. In the grounds of the castle there will be fairground rides, a bouncy castle and much more

www.knaresboroughspringfayre.co.uk

May 2012

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Francis Nicholson Exhibition

Self portrait courtesy of
Martyn Gregory Gallery.

Francis Nicholson born in Pickering 1753 lived and worked in Knaresborough living in Lower Grosvenor Street approx between 1791 and 95 and then moving to Ripon by 1796. He moved to London early 1800's and died in Charlotte Street in 1844.

He painted the Dropping Well ( a copy is owned by Harrogate Art Gallery) and Grimbald Crag and of course many of Fountains Abbey.

There is an exhibition of a selection of his watercolour, oil, drawings and prints mainly of Yorkshire and the Lake District at Ryedale Folk Museum from March 31 to May 20 at Ryedale Folk Museum.

This year is the bicentenial year of his presidency of the Oil and
Watercolour Society now known as the Royal Watercolour Society.

The Gallery, at Ryedale Folk Museum, Hutton-le-Hole York YO62 6UA. Tel. 01751 417367

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

Silver Jubilee Ball

Join us to celebrate our 25th anniversary in style and splendour at Saint Michael's Silver Jubilee Ball.

Organiser: Saint Michael's

Description: Celebrate Saint Michael's silver jubilee with a sparkling drinks reception, dinner, dancing and glittering entertainment.

Venue: Pavilions of Harrogate, Great Yorkshire Showground

Time: 7.30pm

Cost: £60 per person or £550 per table of ten

Closing Date: Friday 11, May 2012

Contact: Fundraising Team

Tel: (01423) 879 687

Email: events@saintmichaelshospice.org

June 2012

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Dick Gaughan

Kula Productions is pleased to welcome Dick Gaughan for an intimate evening of entertainment at the Frazer Theatre in Knaresborough.

Dick Gaughan will be at the Frazer Theatre Knaresborough on June 8th 2012 door 7pm. Tickets £15 are on line at www.kula-productions.com or from Pear records Knaresborough or Rock steady music Harrogate.

The Great Knaresborough Bed Race

A great fun day for all the family - with a bit of serious bed racing through the town thrown in. 

The theme for the 2012 event is Olympic Nations.

For entry forms and more information go to The Great Knaresborough Bed Race website

Open Gardens Knaresborough

The hidden gardens of Waterside, Knaresborough, will be open again on Saturday June 16th and Sunday June 17th between 12 and 4 in the afternoon, in aid of AgeUK Knaresborough. This is a unique opportunity to see these delightful gardens, most of which are on the river bank and which have views of the river not normally seen. All are between High Bridge and Gallon Steps. In addition to the gardens, there will be plants, cakes, books, and bric-a-brac for sale at bargain prices, and a tombola. There is ample car parking at each end at Waterside car park at Castle Mills and Conyngham Hall. Free entry to stalls. Ticket for all gardens £3.00 adult, children free. No dogs in gardens, please, except for guide dogs. Ring 01423862958 for further information.

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

Olympic Torch in Knaresborough

The Olympic torch will be carried through Knaresborough, Starbeck, Harrogate and Ripon en route to the London 2012 Olympic Games

For more information visit www.harrogate.gov.uk/Pages/Get-up-and-Gold-Community-Events.aspx  and www.yorkshire.com/olympics for an Olympic Torch route animation.

Jubilee Concert by Knaresborough Silver Band & St Mary's Singers

The Methodist Church Centre On Gracious Street

Tickets £6 from The Methodist Church Centre or ring 01423 860750

Tickets available on the door - all welcome

Midnight Walk 2012, supported by Engage Mutual

Join hundreds of local people and take to the streets of Harrogate at midnight for a sponsored starlight stroll. One night, one cause, one community.

Organiser: Saint Michael’s

Sponsor: Engage Mutual

Description: The Midnight Walk, supported by Engage Mutual, is our flagship fundraising event. More than 4,000 local people have taken part in this 6.5 mile sponsored starlight stroll since 2007, and raised more than £500,000 for local people living with terminal illness and bereavement. So bring your friends, join your family or enter a team and make it a night to remember.

Venue: Yorkshire Events Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate

Time: Midnight

Cost: Early bird registration price £10 before March 31. (Under 16s register for just £6)

Closing Date: Friday 15, June 2012

Minimum Sponsorship: There is no minimum sponsorship but we ask that our walkers raise as much personal sponsorship as possible to support local people living with terminal illness and bereavement

Contact: Saint Michael’s fundraising team

Tel: (01423) 879 687

Email: events@saintmichaelshospice.org

Website: http://www.midnight-walk.org

July 2012

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Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

August 2012

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Knaresborough Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts

Knaresborough’s annual festival of entertainment and visual arts. Every summer the town stages a wonderful array of shows and events; a ten-day festival for all ages and all tastes: music, spoken word and visual arts plus many peripheral events.

For more information go to feva website

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

September 2012

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Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

ProgYes annual festival of progressive and contemporary music

The festival will be opened on Friday 21st with a performance from Symphonic Rock band Silver Lining, from Lyon, France.

On Saturday 22nd, SeYeS make a welcome return to ProgYes and will be featuring further brilliant performances of classic material from the 1970s Yes catalogue.

On Sunday evening 23rd, the highly acclaimed Leeds based Manning progressive rock band are headlining. They are currently receiving rave reviews for their latest album ‘Margaret’s Children'.

These three headline concerts will be on the theatre main stage.

Other performances and events will be scheduled in the smaller studio stage during the 3 day festival.

At the Frazer Theatre, Knaresborough.

Early Bird tickets available NOW! For tickets and more information go to www.progyes.com

October 2012

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Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

November 2012

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Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.

December 2012

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Knaresborough Farmers’ Market

Knaresborough Farmers’ Market is held on the third Sunday of every month, on the Market Place, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

The market sells fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible.

The wide variety of stalls include bread, preserves, cupcakes, plants & herbs, pies, pork & bacon products, fishcakes, confectionery, local cheeses, handmade chocolates, fruit & vegetables and much more.  The stallholders are always happy to discuss their products and help visitors with their choice of purchases and there are lots of opportunities to sample the delicious food on offer. 

For further information, pick up a Farmers’ Market information leaflet from Knaresborough Town Council offices or Knaresborough Tourist Information Office at 9 Castle Courtyard or visit our website www.yorkshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk.