The Great Knaresborough Bed Race is one of the most spectacular community events held in the UK.

It was first staged in 1966. Teams of six runners and a passenger take part in the glorious fancy dress pageant that comprises the first half of the event, before the race itself which is run as time trails with team leaving at 10-second intervals.

The Castle Top is a must if you want to experience the expectation and excitement and see the beds in all their finery before the Parade. The High Street is a fantastic place to watch the Parade and listen to the music played by the marching bands.

Race watching is a tricky one. Cheer the teams on at the start on Conyngham Hall field, give them your support as they struggle up Castle Ings, join the crowds in the Market Place, keep up as they hurtle down the High Street and then past the World‘s End pub and over High Bridge. If water’s your thing then join the many who watch the famous river crossing in Mackintosh fields or as they cross the finish line at Conyngham Hall.

A large screen will be in place in Conyngham Hall field - so head there if you want to watch all the action as it happens. 

To enable accessibility for all there will be a disabled viewing area in the Market Place.

There are park and ride facilities and extra public transport services. It is tremendous fun and attracts thousands of spectators.

The day starts at around 10:30 am with the parade taking place at 1:00 pm followed by the race at 3:00 pm

This year's theme is: "Great Inventions And Technology Through The Ages".