Christmas is fast-approaching and the festive market season will soon be in full-swing.

And among the Christmas markets well worth a visit is Knaresborough’s event which features quality stalls and live entertainment over the first weekend in December.

Alongside the many gift and food stalls at the fair itself on the Market Square, visitors are also encouraged to take advantage of the many independent shops in the town that will all be hoping to see a boost in customers from the event.

The organisers say: “Explore the busy shopping areas surrounding the market – full of independent shops offering speciality items and a warm Yorkshire welcome.

“Discover the delightful Castlegate area.

“Here you will find a wide range of independent shops and businesses and the wonderfully quirky Green Dragon Yard.

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“Witness the famous viaduct river view from the historic castle ruins, take the fun town window trail or simply enjoy a stroll along Waterside.”

Shoppers are also invited to take a stroll along Kirkgate or the High Street down to the train station and onwards to see the stunning Christmas Tree Festival at St John’s Church, with over 70 beautifully decorated trees.

Knaresborough Christmas Market takes place on both the Saturday and Sunday, December 3 and 4 from 10am to 5pm both days.

A free park and ride service is available all weekend from the GSPK car park on Manse Lane (HG5 8LF) to the Chapel Street next to the Market Square.

Additional paid parking is available at Chapel Street, Fisher Street and York Place.

Motorists are warned that parking is limited close to the Market Square due to road closures so are strongly advised to use the park and ride bus if possible.

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