House of Commons · Petition P003152
Knaresborough Castle
17 December 2025
Presented 1 time by 1 MP
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At a glance
This petition concerning knaresborough castle was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.
Issue summary
The petition aims to save Knaresborough Castle, which is in a poor state of repair and vital to the town’s history and tourism industry.
Action requested
The House of Commons urges the Government to encourage North Yorkshire Council to work with the Duchy of Lancaster to prioritise the maintenance of Knaresborough Castle by creating a comprehensive restoration plan and securing dedicated funding for preservation.
Key facts
- Over 2,300 online signatures; Knaresborough Castle is deteriorating and needs urgent repair and restoration.
Presentation timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
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Presented 17 December 2025
I am pleased to present this community petition on behalf of Kathy Allday. Alongside it, there were over 2,300 online signatures. It calls to save Knaresborough castle, which is in a poor state of repair but is vital to our town’s history and our thriving tourism industry. The petitioners therefore request “that the House of Commons urge the Government to encourage North Yorkshire Council, which is responsible for Knaresborough Castle’s maintenance, to work with the Duchy of Lancaster to prioritise the maintenance of the Castle and its estate, by creating a comprehensive restoration plan and securing a dedicated funding stream to help preserve the integrity of the castle and its history.”