Caroline's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Set in historic woodland among the river Nidd is Mother Shiptons cave, the birthplace of the famous prophetess. It’s situated next to the petrifying well, where items are turned to stone and is England’s oldest visitor attraction.
Good playgrounds too for the kids and a nice walk to see the river from the other side of the bank
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Cueva de la Madre Shipton
Harrogate RoadSet in historic woodland among the river Nidd is Mother Shiptons cave, the birthplace of the famous prophetess. It’s situated next to the petrifying well, where items are turned to stone and is England’s oldest visitor attraction.
Good playgrounds too for the kids and a nice walk to see the river from the other side of the bank
Take a stroll down through the castle grounds, or down the hill towards conyngham hall and you will end up on the gorgeous waterside, with its picture perfect views, cafes, ice creams and rowing boats March to October. The ice cream from the marigold at the bottom of Gallon steps is our favourite, and we’d recommend stopping in the black mulberry for a cuppa. Dog friendly!
Waterside
31 WatersideTake a stroll down through the castle grounds, or down the hill towards conyngham hall and you will end up on the gorgeous waterside, with its picture perfect views, cafes, ice creams and rowing boats March to October. The ice cream from the marigold at the bottom of Gallon steps is our favourite, and we’d recommend stopping in the black mulberry for a cuppa. Dog friendly!
Hop on one of the regular trains at knaresborough station and be in the Heart of historic York within 25 mins.
So much to see from the Minster to the Shambles, historic walls, lovely designer and independent shops as well as being spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink. River cruises are also available as well as hiring your own boat.
The York dungeon is a favourite with the kids as is the Jorvik Viking centre.
We’d recommend the star inn the city or judges lodgings, or you can of course push the boat out at Betty’s tea rooms
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York
Hop on one of the regular trains at knaresborough station and be in the Heart of historic York within 25 mins.
So much to see from the Minster to the Shambles, historic walls, lovely designer and independent shops as well as being spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink. River cruises are also available as well as hiring your own boat.
The York dungeon is a favourite with the kids as is the Jorvik Viking centre.
We’d recommend the star inn the city or judges lodgings, or you can of course push the boat out at Betty’s tea rooms
Walks
Super walks from the cottage
Head up to the car park for Nidd Gorge on Ripley Road (about 15 mins walk) and then spend a lovely day exploring the miles of paths. You can stay in the knaresborough part of the gorge, or head out for a good walk into Harrogate or Ripley. Stunning scenery, great for dogs. Not wheelchair accessible for the most part.
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Nidd Gorge
Ripley RoadHead up to the car park for Nidd Gorge on Ripley Road (about 15 mins walk) and then spend a lovely day exploring the miles of paths. You can stay in the knaresborough part of the gorge, or head out for a good walk into Harrogate or Ripley. Stunning scenery, great for dogs. Not wheelchair accessible for the most part.
A lovely walk from knaresborough through surrounding countryside to the village of Arkendale, with the obligatory stop at the Bluebell pub. You can extend your route to take in Coneythorpe and the Tiger Inn if you’re feeling up for a good long walk - an OS map will see you on the right track. Mostly off road and great for dogs. Both pubs dog friendly.
Arkendale
A lovely walk from knaresborough through surrounding countryside to the village of Arkendale, with the obligatory stop at the Bluebell pub. You can extend your route to take in Coneythorpe and the Tiger Inn if you’re feeling up for a good long walk - an OS map will see you on the right track. Mostly off road and great for dogs. Both pubs dog friendly.
Food scene
One of the very best places to eat in Knaresborough- all home made, beautiful food, reasonably priced. Pub staples such as fish and chips and burgers, with specials such as wild duck stew or crab linguine. Super friendly staff - Ollie is the best!
Dog friendly and have a childrens menu
Mother Shipton's Inn
One of the very best places to eat in Knaresborough- all home made, beautiful food, reasonably priced. Pub staples such as fish and chips and burgers, with specials such as wild duck stew or crab linguine. Super friendly staff - Ollie is the best!
Dog friendly and have a childrens menu
Super Indian - either eat in or take away. Bargain nights on Thursday and Sunday - poppadoms, starter, main, side and a glass of wine for £12.95.
Family friendly - will make things milder etc to suit kids and also have English food on menu
Spice Merchant Restaurant
14-16 CastlegateSuper Indian - either eat in or take away. Bargain nights on Thursday and Sunday - poppadoms, starter, main, side and a glass of wine for £12.95.
Family friendly - will make things milder etc to suit kids and also have English food on menu
Super cute little pub with a great selection of ales and wine.
Home made pizza on Tuesday- Thursday, rest of the time they do meat and / or cheese sharer boards plus homemade pate and hummus. Booking recommended as it’s little.
Dogs welcome only in outside courtyard. No kids menu though they do have some lovely little cakes!
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The Half Moon Free House
1 Abbey RdSuper cute little pub with a great selection of ales and wine.
Home made pizza on Tuesday- Thursday, rest of the time they do meat and / or cheese sharer boards plus homemade pate and hummus. Booking recommended as it’s little.
Dogs welcome only in outside courtyard. No kids menu though they do have some lovely little cakes!