Mother Shipton's
Knaresborough

Further Details

Beside Mother Shipton’s cave is the famous Petrifying Well, a unique geological phenomenon. Over hundreds of years curiosity has drawn millions of visitors to the well to see cascading water turn everyday objects to stone - as if by magic.

The park is a unique, unspoilt remnant of the Royal Forest of Knaresborough. The estate was sold by King Charles I in 1630 to a local gentleman, Sir Charles Slingsby; his family landscaped and created the park and the pathways visitors walk along today.

During a visit it is an old tradition to make a wish. The Wishing Well is fed by the same magical waters as the Petrifying Well and has been wished upon for over 300 years. Many visitors have been in touch to tell us their wishes have come true!

Visitors from all over the world have been enchanted by the park’s natural beauty, mesmerised by the Petrifying Well and fascinated by Mother Shipton’s story. The park has several scenic picnic areas, an adventure playground and museum and gift shop. Dogs are welcome in all areas, apart from the playground, and must be kept on a lead.

Themed events run during school holidays, these change ever year and are advertised at http://www.mothershipton.co.uk/events/   In 2019 families can enjoy a Hoppy Easter Adventure Trail, May Half Term with Unicorns and Dinosaurs, a magical Summer Holidays of Witches and Wizards and a Spooktacular Halloween. The popular Christmas Experience will be returning for its second year! Details will be released on the website in due course and tickets will be available for pre-booking.

Visitors can now book discounted tickets online via the website.

Pricing Information

Off Peak
Adult - £9
Child - £7
Concession - £8
Family (2+2) - £28
Parking (in addition to admission only) - £2

Peak*
Adult - £10
Child - £8
Concession - £9
Family (2+2) - £30
Parking (in addition to admission only) - £2

*Peak prices apply during school holidays and events

Parking is £2 in addition to admission, payable on entrance only. We cannot guarantee parking during busy periods.

Disabled visitors and Max Card holders receive a 15% discount if the relevant documentation is shown.

Opening Times

March 2019
Weekends only 10am – 4.30pm
April 1st to November 3rd
Weekdays 10am – 4.30pm
Weekends 10am – 5.30pm

Easter, May Half Term and Summer Holidays
Open every day 10am – 5.30pm

Last admission 1 hour before closing.  Please check the website for special events, up-to-date opening times, and any unforeseen park closures.

Address

Prophecy House, High Bridge, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8DD