'Biggest' Knaresborough Christmas Market will fly the flag for traditional festive celebrations
Organisers of Knaresborough Christmas Market are reporting a “high demand from traders” to take part in this year’s event just days before its launch.
The town’s very traditional but action-packed Christmas Market will be taking place on the first full weekend of December centred around the imposing Christmas tree in the town’s historic Market Place.
Promising nearly 80 stalls, live festive entertainment, a free park and ride, a stunning Christmas Tree Festival and a spectacular firework finale over Knaresborough's famous viaduct, organisers are delighted by the interest in the event despite the challenging times.
Market Chair, Hazel Haas, said: “Last year’s market was a huge success in spite of the stormy weather and we were thrilled with the feedback from traders and visitors.
"The 2025 market promises to be even bigger and there has been a high demand from traders.”
Knaresborough Christmas Market will open at 10am on Saturday, December 5, when the town centre will be filled with stalls selling seasonal goods, decorations, cards, gifts and the best local produce.
Hot roasted chestnuts, mulled wine and performances by a variety of local dancers, brass bands and choirs will add to the festive atmosphere, as shoppers browse the brightly-lit stalls and Christmassy independent shops.
Elsewhere in the town, visitors can take in the picturesque viaduct river view, explore Knaresborough’s Castle grounds, Tudor Courthouse museum and Knaresborough Heritage Centre and visit the stunning Christmas Tree festival at St John’s Parish Church and Mother Shipton’s Cave Christmas Experience.
Knaresborough Christmas Market is organised by volunteers from Knaresborough Rotary Club and Knaresborough Lions Club and Knaresborough & District Chamber.
The event this year will offer financial support to local charities including Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, Knaresborough ATC, St John Ambulance, Claro Enterprises and Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Market Committee member Charlotte Gale said: "We hope that visitors to the market will also take the time to explore Knaresborough’s fantastic range of local independent shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants.”
The centre of Knaresborough will be largely pedestrianised for the Christmas Market Weekend but a free Park and Ride will be provided.
More information: www.knaresboroughchristmasmarket.co.uk