See the key timings for the 2026 Great Knaresborough Bed Race
The 2026 Great Knaresborough Bed Race takes place on Saturday, 13th June.
| 9:00 - 11:00 am |
Castle GroundsGathering of the beds on the grounds of Knaresborough Castle. |
|---|---|
| 11:00 am |
Castle GroundsJudging begins of the best-dressed beds. |
| 12:00 pm |
Castle GroundsThe announcement of best-dressed beds competition winners at Castle Grounds. |
| 12:00 pm |
Conyngham Hall FieldThe opening of attractions at Conyngham Hall Fields, including amusements, fete, charity stalls, bars and food etc. |
| 1:00 pm |
ParadeStarting from Castlegate, the Parade of decorated beds, bands, floats, dancing and marching groups, parade through Knaresborough town centre to Conyngham Hall. |
| 2:45 pm |
Bed Race Welcome CeremonyWelcome ceremony at Conyngham Hall Fields by the Mayor of Knaresborough. |
| 3:00 pm |
Bed Race StartsTeams set off at intervals of a few seconds. |
| 3:15 - 4:00 pm |
Bed Race Finishers Arrive at the Finishing LineHaving taken under 15 minutes for the fastest, and about twice that time for the slowest. |
| 5:00 pm |
Presentation of PrizesThe announcement of winners and display of times. |
Knaresborough Lions Club is a service organisation run entirely by volunteers. We put on events throughout the year to help raise money to support individuals and organisations who need assistance.
