The Past Mayor of Knaresborough 2025-26

17/08/2026

Well done to all who took part and congratulations to the winner from Bognor Regis. Thanks to our wonderful Town Criers for organising this.

14/08/2026

14/08/2026

Lots to do over the next 10 days so do take part!

05/08/2026

Yes, I am skydiving again for charity. This time it's for the Chain Lane Community Hub that is part of my Eastfield ward as a Town Councillor, and also for The Rotary Club of Knaresborough charities in particular . Please do donate as much as you can, and thank you to those of you who have already donated. Weather permitting I'll be jumping out of a plane next Thursday, 13 August at Hibaldstow Skydive

Help Helen Westmancoat raise money to support Rotary Club of Knaresborough

01/08/2026

Happy Yorkshire Day everyone!

24/07/2026

16/07/2026

Ollie and team doing a great job in the town

13/07/2026

Also sad that we didn't get shortlisted for the Town of Culture 2028 competition but there will be other opportunities to showcase our wonderful town in future

We’re sad that Knaresborough hasn’t been shortlisted to progress in the Town of Culture 2028 competition, but the process has shown something far more important: how strong, creative, and connected our community truly is.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed ideas, inspiration, creativity, and passion. You reminded us exactly why Knaresborough is so special.

We really do live in the most fantastic place, surrounded by a brilliant community that never stops showing up. Let’s keep moving forward, supporting each other, and championing the culture we create every day. Knaresborough’s story is still unfolding, and it’s a brilliant one.

Postcard and Photo credit: Charlotte Gale Photography Charlotte Gale Photography
Kingfisher artwork: Sam Porter Mural Minded

03/07/2026

Great postcard and we are now literally on the map!

Knaresborough could be the UK Town of Culture 2028! 🏆

To celebrate our town’s incredible culture, creativity, and heritage, we’ve submitted a digital postcard to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). You can now explore our entry — along with submissions from towns across the country — on the UK Town of Culture Digital Map: 👉 https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1Su-761mY3NPLpd4d948m5ppY7R-bslw&usp=sharing

The request for a postcard from Knaresborough to support our bid for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition arrived at the perfect moment: just as the town was buzzing from the success of this year’s Great Knaresborough Bed Race, the much loved spectacle that brings thousands of visitors and captures the quirky, joyful spirit that defines our community.

Local photographer Charlotte Gale stepped forward, offering her creative talent and extensive archive of Knaresborough imagery to design a postcard that truly reflects the town’s character. Featuring a vibrant mix of cultural highlights, heritage landmarks and community celebrations, the postcard captures the eclectic charm that makes Knaresborough unique. The imagery brings together the colour, creativity and character of the town, offering a snapshot of why Knaresborough stands out as a genuine contender for the UK Town of Culture prize.

⭐️From today, Thursday 2 July, you’ll find it on the official UK Town of Culture digital map, alongside postcards from towns right across the UK.

🎉Today is a nationwide day of celebration for every town taking part, and we’d love you to join in:

👀Keep an eye out for our postcard and give it a share.

🔎Search to see towns from every corner of the UK.

💬Tag a friend who loves this town as much as you do!

📢Please share our Knaresborough digital postcard - let’s show the UK what makes Knaresborough so special!

Photo credit: Charlotte Gale Photography (Charlotte Gale Photography)
Kingfisher artwork: Sam Porter (Mural Minded)