Parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Knavesmire
Knavesmire — area within the city of York, England.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Knavesmire is a public park in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "area within the city of York, England". Coordinates: 53.9420°, -1.0981°.
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From the Wikipedia article
The Knavesmire is one of a number of large, marshy undeveloped areas within the city of York in North Yorkshire, England, which are collectively known as Strays. Knavesmire, together with Hob Moor, comprises Micklegate Stray. The York Tyburn, the site of a gallows administered on behalf of The Crown by York Castle, was situated in the area adjacent to the Tadcaster Road. It has been suggested that the name 'Knavesmire' may share a derivation with Knaresborough—Cenward's mire.
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Background
History
Situated in the south-west of the city, some distance outside the historic walls, Knavesmire's low-lying position makes it liable to severe flooding in times of heavy rain. As a consequence, it remained undeveloped as the city expanded around it. The Knavesmire was the site of York Golf course for many years. During the Second World War, parts of the Knavesmire were farmed, while other parts were used for military purposes including an anti-aircraft battery and a prisoner of war transit camp which was located near the grandstand. The annual York CAMRA Beer & Cider Festival was held in a marquee on Knavesmire opposite the Grandstand.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9420, -1.0981
- District
- York
- Parish
- York, unparished area
- Postcode
- YO23 1EU
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Central
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt — 0.8 km
- Official site
- www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q5210471 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Knavesmire (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knavesmire?
- Knavesmire is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO23 1EU), in the parish of York, unparished area.
- Is Knavesmire free to visit?
- Yes, Knavesmire is free to enter.
- How do I get to Knavesmire?
- The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO23 1EU.