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Knaresborough Tourist Information Centre - within Courthouse Museum

The Knaresborough Tourist Information Centre is located in the Courthouse Museum building within the castle yard close to the 12th century castle ruins.

About Knaresborough Tourist Information Centre - within Courthouse Museum

Knaresborough is a quintessential market town with an olde-worlde feel and home to England's oldest attraction, Mother Shipton's Cave.

The Knaresborough Tourist Information Centre is located in the Courthouse Museum building within the castle yard close to the 12th century castle ruins. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff will be able to help you make the most of your visit, supplying information on Knaresborough and the surrounding area.

Knaresborough Tourist Information Centre offers a range of publications, local guides, maps and souvenirs to help you make the most of your visit and can also provide the following services: Information on What to See and Where to Eat throughout the area; Lists of events taking place locally and regionally; Travel information including Bus/Rail timetables; Information on Walking and Cycling routes.

The Courthouse Museum consists of an original Tudor courtroom and interactive exhibits explaining the history of the castle and the town.  Card payments only.

Opening hours:

Summer Opening (Apr - Oct) Tuesday to Sunday: 09.30-16.30

Winter Opening (Nov - Mar) Wednesday to Saturday: 10:00 - 15:30

Opening days may vary, please telephone to check before making a journey.

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