Sutton Bank I would imagine most of us have crawled up Sutton Bank behind a lorry hoping we wouldn’t stall, but did you know it was the scene of an… Continue reading Our Castle and the Battles with the Scots.
Tag: History
Our New Season
Our first meeting of the 23-24 season was well attended and it was good to welcome some new members. Our Chairman, Brian Forshaw gave us a very interesting talk about… Continue reading Our New Season
A History of Education in Knaresborough from 1814 to 1858
Contributed by our acting chairman & co-author - Brian Forshaw 1814 No record has been found of the official opening day for the new National School for Boys in 1814.… Continue reading A History of Education in Knaresborough from 1814 to 1858
A Truly Historic Event
by Helen, our own roving reporter.The Platinum Jubilee weekend proved popular in Knaresborough with a very good turnout and many people attending the party in the park at Knaresborough House… Continue reading A Truly Historic Event