Knaresborough & Orchard Gardens - Your Neighbourhood

This page is here to keep you informed about what’s happening in your neighbourhood and the work Leeds Federated is doing to deliver our services to you. Our aim is simple: to help people make a home, and we’re here to listen, learn and act on your views

You’ll find your Neighbourhood Plan here (just click or tap the image below)

Your plan has been created using your feedback from recent surveys. It highlights what’s working well, what needs attention, and the priorities you’ve told us matter most. We’ve also developed an Action Plan to show how we’ll deliver on these priorities.

This page is your hub for updates, news, and ways to get involved. Check out the newsfeed below for the latest, explore other pages for wider projects, and discover how you can share your ideas or join in.

Plus, a little bonus: every month, we’re giving away a £30 voucher to someone who interacts on the Your Voice site – whether that’s leaving a comment, completing a survey, or sharing something creative. So, get involved and have your say!

Location

Knaresborough is full of surprises, a warren of medieval streets and stone staircases that weave their way up and down. The town centre is perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd and the imposing railway viaduct across the Nidd Gorge offers an amazing view to visitors as they arrive by train.

There are plenty of things to do in Knaresborough all year round. The marketplace in the centre of the town offers a great place to enjoy a cup of tea or something delicious and home baked. On a Wednesday stalls fill the marketplace offering tasty produce, whole foods, plants and flowers, as well as pretty much anything else you can imagine, in the ever-popular Knaresborough Market.

At the base of the cliffs on which the town sits, you will find a delightful promenade that traps the sun in summer, with a coastal feel despite being more than 60 miles from the sea. This is a great place to enjoy an ice cream or indulge in the traditional English pastime of ‘simply mucking about in boats’.

Local Amenities

Residents enjoy a great mix of amenities, from local cafés and shops to healthcare facilities, schools and supermarkets.

Council Wards and Councillors

Knaresborough is part of Knaresborough, Aspin and Calcutt Ward.

Your councillor, Cllr Kathryn Davies, is active in supporting local initiatives, find out more or get involved use the Neighbourhood Links/Councillors

Transport Links
Getting around is easy with regular buses to Leeds, York, Ripon,and Harrogate.Knaresborough also has its own Train station in the town.

Youth Provision and Clubs

Young people can join in activities at Chain Lane Community Hub, as well as joining in plenty of groups including Scouts, Air Cadets, Young Farmers, Dance and Drama, to name a few! Head over to the Neighbourhood links for more exciting youth opportunities.

Sporting Interests or Leisure

Stay active with at Chain Lane Community Hub - various fitness classes are on offer for all ages and fitness levels. The River Nidd also offers a spectacular waterside walk with spectacular views of the castle and Mother Shiptons Cave

Did you know.....

The location is described in the origins of the name Knaresborough; “knarre” meaning rocky outcrop in Anglo-Saxon, and “burgh” meaning fortress. Originally, Knaresborough was simply the “fortress on the rock”, and the settlement developed around the castle.

July 2026 Update for Knaresborough & Orchard Gardens

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Free and low cost summer activities
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Our gardening competition is back by popular demand!
We loved seeing customers' photos of their gardens last year, so we're bringing the competition back.
Whether it's blooming flowers, homegrown veggies, or a perfectly pruned hedge, we'd love to see it! All you have to do is upload your gardening photos to the photos section of this page by the end of September for a chance to win a £30 prize!
Don’t forget…
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Free and low cost summer activities
Tap the image below for summer family fun activities

Our gardening competition is back by popular demand!
We loved seeing customers' photos of their gardens last year, so we're bringing the competition back.
Whether it's blooming flowers, homegrown veggies, or a perfectly pruned hedge, we'd love to see it! All you have to do is upload your gardening photos to the photos section of this page by the end of September for a chance to win a £30 prize!
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
We visit your area regularly to check for repairs, health & safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. If you would like to join us on an area visit, please contact us on 0113 386 1000 or email hello@leedsfed.com(External link)(External link).
Before you go…
We would still like to hear from you about what makes a good neighbour. If you haven’t already, share your thoughts by answering our quick flash feedback question below!
What is something your neighbour does that you really appreciate?
Thanks for reading – we will be back again soon with another update.
York and North Yorkshire Youth Commission Gender Violence Survey

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June 2026 Update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens

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Welcome to your monthly update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens
We visit your area regularly to check for repairs, health & safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. If you would like to join us on an area visit, please contact us on 0113 386 1000 or email hello@leedsfed.com.
While you're here...
Find out what activities for young people in your area are coming up, with FEAST Activities.
We're also working in partnership with Harrogate and District Community Action (HADCA) to help customers get more support at home. You can learn more here.
Have you heard about theContinue reading
Welcome to your monthly update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens
We visit your area regularly to check for repairs, health & safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. If you would like to join us on an area visit, please contact us on 0113 386 1000 or email hello@leedsfed.com.
While you're here...
Find out what activities for young people in your area are coming up, with FEAST Activities.
We're also working in partnership with Harrogate and District Community Action (HADCA) to help customers get more support at home. You can learn more here.
Have you heard about the Housing Hub?
We host monthly drop-in sessions on the last Friday of every month. Whether you want to book an appointment or just pop in while you're in town, our friendly staff team will be there to welcome you, with a hot drink, and some activities to enjoy. You can find out more information here.
Small grants to spark BIG ideas…
Got an idea for a one-off event or hoping to start something that grows into a long-term project? The Community Engagement Fund can help contribute to the costs of getting started. Learn more about it here.
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
Before you go…
As part of Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week, we want to hear from you about what makes a good neighbour. Share your thoughts by answering our quick flash feedback question below!
What is something your neighbour does that you really appreciate? | Your Voice
Thanks for reading – we will be back again next month with another update.
Harrogate and District Community Action - Where to Turn

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Click or tap the image below for support and advice services available in your area
Click or tap the image below for support and advice services available in your area
Activities in Ripon - Summer 2026

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FEAST Activities

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Free holiday activities for children and young people on benefits-related free school meals. Tap or click the image below for more information
Who is automatically eligible for a free FEAST place?

Children and young people receiving benefits-related free school meals are automatically eligible for free places at FEAST activities.

All children and young people from reception to year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals are eligible for FEAST.

Schools can also make a small number of additional children eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage (see below).

Can anyone else be made eligible forContinue reading
Free holiday activities for children and young people on benefits-related free school meals. Tap or click the image below for more information
Who is automatically eligible for a free FEAST place?

Children and young people receiving benefits-related free school meals are automatically eligible for free places at FEAST activities.

All children and young people from reception to year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals are eligible for FEAST.

Schools can also make a small number of additional children eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage (see below).

Can anyone else be made eligible for free FEAST places?

As defined by the Department for Education, FEAST is primarily for children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals.

However, schools can also make a small number of additional children and young people eligible by exception if they face significant financial and/or other disadvantage.

There are limits on how many children/young people can be made eligible by exception, to ensure that the focus of the programme remains on the Department for Education’s key audience: those on benefits-related free school meals.

If you believe your child should be made eligible for FEAST, please contact their school to request this. Individual schools have been given the responsibility to make additional children eligible by exception.

Schools are not required to automatically issue vouchers to ‘eligible by exception’ children/young people who have received vouchers historically.

Transport
Transport requests for the summer holidays will open on Thursday 25^th June.
You can find our transport request form and more information about the transport we can offer here: Transport to a FEAST Activity - North Yorkshire Together
May 2026 Update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens

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Welcome to your monthly update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited the area to check for for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. This month we found no particular issues.
If you have something to report, you can contact us on 0113 386 1000.
We’ll be in your area again in June – all residents are welcome to join the area visit. We want to hear from you, so please join us if you can.
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedbackContinue reading
Welcome to your monthly update for Knaresborough and Orchard Gardens.
Here's what’s been happening and what’s coming up
We visited the area to check for for repairs, health and safety issues and neighbourhood management issues. This month we found no particular issues.
If you have something to report, you can contact us on 0113 386 1000.
We’ll be in your area again in June – all residents are welcome to join the area visit. We want to hear from you, so please join us if you can.
Don’t forget…
You can stay up to date with local events, share feedback on our services and help shape how we work. Register for Your Voice here – you’ll also be entered into our bi-monthly prize draw for a £30 voucher. Good luck!
Before you go…
We want to hear from you - please take a moment to answer this month’s Flash Feedback question.
What opportunities would you like to see for children and young people in your neighbourhoods?
Thanks for reading and please keep an eye out for more updates here soon!
Neighbourhood Drop in Sessions

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After reviewing our Neighbourhood Plan, we have decided that we will amend the bi monthly drop in sessions to quarterly, due to lack of people attending.

After reviewing our Neighbourhood Plan, we have decided that we will amend the bi monthly drop in sessions to quarterly, due to lack of people attending.
Partnership Working with the Police

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I have been working closely with the police in Knaresborough to tackle Antisocial Behaviour around our schemes and we have had some great outcomes.
Your local PSCO is Matt Murphy, can regularly be seen around town, and is always willing to attend joint visits with your Neighbourhood Officer.

I have been working closely with the police in Knaresborough to tackle Antisocial Behaviour around our schemes and we have had some great outcomes.
Your local PSCO is Matt Murphy, can regularly be seen around town, and is always willing to attend joint visits with your Neighbourhood Officer.
Knaresborough Monthly Artisan Market

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Knaresborough Monthly Artisan Market
Join us for a celebration of creativity and experience a diverse, quality shopping event that celebrates the very best of our local community. Perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd, Knaresborough is renowned for its stunning views, historic castle ruins, and charming cobbled streets.

The Knaresborough Artisan Market brings together a curated collection of independent artisans offering the community a chance to shop truly local.

Shop local. Shop handmade. Shop Knaresborough.

Knaresborough Monthly Artisan Market
Join us for a celebration of creativity and experience a diverse, quality shopping event that celebrates the very best of our local community. Perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd, Knaresborough is renowned for its stunning views, historic castle ruins, and charming cobbled streets.

The Knaresborough Artisan Market brings together a curated collection of independent artisans offering the community a chance to shop truly local.

Shop local. Shop handmade. Shop Knaresborough.