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Carricks fish van in Richmond's busy Market Place

Richmond Town Council

Richmond is a charming market town blessed with a spectacular topographical setting in Swale Valley, gateway to the Yorkshire Dales.

Its sloping Market Place is a delight, surrounded by mainly 18th century buildings with the Gothic medieval Trinity Church in the middle, and a clock tower at the head of it. Richmond Castle, with its commanding position overlooking the valley, was among the earliest built in England after the Norman Conquest.

People enjoying Richmond falls

About Our Town

Founded by the Normans in 1071, Richmond is a vibrant market town

Richmond is extremely conscious of its legacy, which includes the captivatingly beautiful Georgian Theatre Royal in its original building, now sympathetically extended to provide a range of much-needed facilities, such as a cafe/bar, and numerous examples of fine town houses built by wool merchants in the 18th century. There's a weekly outdoor market in the Market Place, keeping that great tradition alive.  The award-winning Station, opened in 2007, is stunning, with a cinema, restaurant and a range of shops serving local produce, a visit to Richmond Station is not to be missed.

For further information on Richmond, please visit Richmond.org.

A new video has been launched by Richmond Town Council to promote Richmond’s shops, businesses and attractions.

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Allotment Availability

Allotment Availability

22 Jul 2025

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Coffee Mornings 2026

Coffee Mornings 2026

1 Jan 2026

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Confirmed Dates for Coffee Mornings at Richmond Town Hall 2026

Please contact us to enquire about availability.

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11 April - Mayor's Comedy Night

11 April - Mayor's Comedy Night

11 Apr 2026

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As Mayor and Mayoress of Richmond, we were absolutely delighted to host our very own night of comedy at the Georgian Theatre and what an incredible evening it was! A huge thank you to the...

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17 April - Richmond Business Awards

17 April - Richmond Business Awards

17 Apr 2026

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On Friday evening, as Mayor and Mayoress of Richmond, we had the great privilege of attending the Richmond Business Awards, a truly special celebration of the people and organisations who make our...

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Mayor Making 2026

Mayor Making 2026

18 May 2026

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Richmond Art Fayre

Richmond Art Fayre

26 Jul 2026

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Email enquiries@richmondtowncouncil.org.uk for an application form.

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