Joseph Baker Fountain was a 20th century local artist recording scenes of life in Knaresborough. See a selection of his works on show in Knaresboroug’s Courthouse Museum throughout the 2012 season.
Just drop in to have a go.
JUBILEE WEEKEND
Medieval Children’s Crafts and celebrations
Sunday 3rd June, 11pm – 4pm .
£1 admission to Castle and Museum and £1 for crafts.
Come along to make crowns, bunting and medieval crafts (12pm - 3.30pm).
Enjoy music, dance, rides and refreshments, organised by Knaresborough Town Council (until 4.30pm).
Medieval Children’s Crafts and celebrations including Jubilee beacon
Monday 4th June,
£1 for crafts (usual museum admission)
11am - 4pm Castle and museum open
Bowling Event (organised by Knaresborough Lions):
11am - 12.30pm Bowling for Beginners
1.30pm - 4pm Jubilee bowling competition
12pm - 3.30pm Come along to make crowns, bunting and medieval crafts
11am - 4.30pm Enjoy music, rides and refreshments, oragnised by Knaresborough Town Council
5pm onwards Watch the Jubilee concert in the Castle grounds (evening). Licensed bar from 5pm, food from 6pm.
10.15pm (approx.) Jubilee beacon lit by the war memorial
Celebrating the Great Knaresborough Bed Race
Saturday 9th June, throughout the day
Entry to the Castle and Museum - Buy One, Get One Free!
The
Bed Race starts from the Castle grounds. Come along and see the creations and discover the town's heritage too.
Medieval Day
Sunday 17th June 2012, 11am until 4pm
FREE
The popular family day out returns for another year.
Free family day out including Castle entry and medieval entertainment.
See birds of prey, the Jolly Jester, a wandering musician, physician and herb lady and a woodworker.
Don't get too close to the gongfarmer (he cleans the King's toilet!).
Help create a medieval banquet in the craft and games area and make pendants, get a temporary tattoo and more!
Siege the Castle
Sunday 22nd July, 12pm - 3.30pm
£1 to take part and £1 admission to the Castle and Museum.
Explore how to defend a Castle. Make swords, shields and catapults.
Just drop in.
A Comedy of Errors
Wednesday 25th July 2012, 7.30pm
£12 adults, £10 concessions, £8 children, book in advance by contacting us or come along on the day.
In the beautiful setting of the Castle grounds enjoy Shakespeare’s take of mistaken identity for two sets of twins separated at birth.
Medieval Sports Day
Sunday 12th August, 11am - 4pm
Buy tokens for activities, from FREE to £3. (part of Knaresborough’s feva festival of entertainment and visual arts).
Join us for have-a-go sword fighting, combat performances, medieval dance workshops, mini-sports tournament and to visit the Castle and Museum.A full day of sporty fun awaits you!
Historical Tour of Knaresborough
13th and 15th August, 2pm starting from the Castle£4.50 adults, £2.50 concessions, please book in advance by contacting us (part of
feva)
Guided tour with local history expert, Brian Forshaw.
Discover the magnificent Castle, historical buildings, a maze of medieval streets and passages as well as the royal connections and famous characters.
Tales of Knaresborough storytelling trail14th August, 2.30pm – 4.30pm FREE. Book at library on 0845 300 5112. Join our storytelling trail with Knaresborough library (part of
feva). Suitable for 5-8 year olds.
Evening tour of Knaresborough Castle (part of
feva)
14th and 16th August at 7.30pm
£4.50 adults, £3 concessions and £2 children, please book in advance by contacting usJoin a tour of Knaresborough Castle in the twilight hours. Discover the secrets of Knaresborough’s past and spooky tales. Visit the dank dungeon and secret underground tunnel.
£1 entry day to celebrate Knaresborough’s feva festivalSunday 19th August, 11am - 4pm
Explore the medieval remains, and discover the town's history.
Heritage Open Days 2012
7th and 8th September, 11am - 4pm
FREE
As part of this annual event celerbating the architecture and heritage of England, entry is free.
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