THIS WEEKEND Knaresborough Tractor Run 2026 

THIS WEEKEND

The Knaresborough Tractor Run 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 8 March 2026. This annual charity event, organized by a local committee as a Community Interest Company, supports the Yorkshire Air Ambulance and has raised over £160,000 since its inception in 2012. 

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The convoy typically features hundreds of vintage and modern tractors. Below are the approximate route timings released by organisers: 

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• 07:00 – 08:45: Driver registration at the start point.
• 09:00: Departure from the Brown Car Park at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate.
• 09:30: Arrival at Knaresborough High Street.
• 10:00 – 11:30: Passing through Staveley, Burton Leonard, Bishop Monkton, Markington, Sawley, and Grantley.
• 12:00 – 13:45: Lunch stop at Pateley Bridge Showground.
• 13:00: Scheduled landing of a Yorkshire Air Ambulance helicopter in Pateley Bridge (subject to operational availability).
• 14:00 – 16:00: Return leg through Padside, Hampsthwaite, Birstwith, and Ripley, concluding back at Knaresborough. 
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• Registration: Participants are encouraged to pre-register online via Ticketebo to receive a discount.
• Fees: Typically £25 per tractor for on-the-day registration, with additional fees for passengers.
• Requirements: All participating vehicles must have valid road insurance, tax, and a roadworthy status. Drivers must hold a valid UK driving licence. 
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• Viewing Points: Popular spots include Knaresborough High Street and the Nidderdale Showground in Pateley Bridge.
• Activities: The lunch stop in Pateley Bridge often features family-friendly activities, food stalls, and a chance to meet the air ambulance crew. 
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For the latest updates and full route maps, which are typically released just before the event, visit the official Knaresborough Tractor Run website or their Facebook page.