Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Knaresborough

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Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Knaresborough

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Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Knaresborough

02:05

7.97km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.40 km

Heron mural

Highlight • Other

2.88 km

Knaresborough Castle and view over the River Nidd

Highlight • Historical Site

Knaresborough Castle, a bastion cherished by medieval monarchs, graces its surroundings with a stunning presence, commanding a view over the flowing waters of the River Nidd. The castle's historical trail first emerges in 1129, and subsequent refurbishment was undertaken by Edward I, with the project ultimately culminating under the guidance of Edward II between 1307 and 1312. This comprehensive endeavour included the erection of the magnificent Great Keep, often referred to as the King's Tower, a testament to the castle's regal legacy.

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3.03 km

Knaresborough Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Knaresborough Viaduct is a viaduct in the North Yorkshire town of Knaresborough, England. The viaduct carries the Harrogate line over the River Nidd in the town. The viaduct was supposed to have opened in 1848, but the first construction collapsed into the river very near to completion, which necessitated a new viaduct and delayed the opening of the line through Knaresborough by three years.

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3.38 km

View of Knaresborough Viaduct

Highlight • River

Nidd Gorge is a ravine of about 3 miles in length between Nidd viaduct and Grimbald bridge. The Knaresborough section along which the NCN 636 runs offers a spectacular viewpoint of the town and bridges.

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4.07 km

Knaresborough Market Square

Highlight • Structure

Visit Blind Jack's pub

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4.90 km

Knaresborough Castle and Grounds

Highlight • Castle

The grounds are open as a public park all year round.

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4.93 km

Knaresborough War Memorial

Highlight • Historical Site

The Kanesborough War memorial is set up on the Castle, overlooking the River Nidd. 156 names from the First World War and 55 names from the Second World War are commemorated on this memorial.

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7.46 km