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About Knaresborough

Knaresborough perches dramatically on limestone cliffs above the River Nidd, just northeast of Harrogate. Reach it via the A59 from Harrogate or York, or the A61 through Harrogate from Leeds. The A1(M) lies 8 miles east. With over 60 EV charging points nearby, it's well-equipped for electric vehicles. Mother Shipton's Cave houses the famous petrifying well that turns everyday objects to stone.

Where is Knaresborough on the map?

Knaresborough is in England, at 54.009, -1.469 - about 9 km north-east of Beckwith.

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Knaresborough. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

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What is the closest airport to Knaresborough?

The closest airport to Knaresborough is Leeds Bradford Airport, 24 km (about 26 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.

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