Knaresborough is a picturesque market town on the River Nidd.
From the Castle grounds there are good views of the picturesque railway viaduct spanning the deep gorge carved by the river.
Bebra Gardens are below the Castle grounds and lead down to the River Nidd.
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The ruins of Knaresborough Castle stand on a cliff overlooking the River Nidd.
The Castle grounds are open free of charge at all times but there is a charge to view the interior.
Open Apr-Oct, TWThFSSu 0930-1630. Nov-Mar, WThFSv 1000-1530.
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The former Courthouse in the Castle grounds houses a museum with furniture from the original
Tudor Court and exhibits about the Castle and town.
Open Apr-Oct, TWThFSSu 0930-1630. Nov-Mar, WThFSv 1000-1530.
www.northyorks.gov.uk
Mother Shipton's Cave on the banks of the River Nidd is England's oldest tourist attraction, open since 1630.
It is the legendary birthplace of the prophetess, Mother Shipton. The high mineral content of the water of the petrifying well
'turns items to stone' as if by magic. Riverside walk. Wishing well. Adventure playground. Events programme.
Open Apr-Oct, Daily 1000-1600 (1730 SSu & BH).
www.mothershipton.co.uk
The grounds of Conyngham Hall are open free of charge and include riverside walks and a picnic area.
Download a map from the website. The Hall itself is a business centre and not open to the public.
Open any reasonable time.
www.knaresborough-civic-society.org.uk
