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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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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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North Yorkshire Council Civic...

North Yorkshire Council Civic...

22 Feb 2026

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As Mayor of Richmond, I was delighted and proud to once again represent our wonderful town, on Sunday at the North Yorkshire Council Civic Service 2026, held in the stunning setting of All...

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Acts of Bravery, Moments of...

Acts of Bravery, Moments of...

8 Mar 2026

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St Mary's Church, Richmond 2.00pm - Sunday, 8th March 2026 This service is for everyone in our community from our incredible emergency services to families and individuals whose lives...

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Silent Disco

Silent Disco

20 Mar 2026

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🔇đŸĒŠ SILENT DISCO ALERT – RICHMOND đŸĒŠđŸ”‡ The Mayor of Richmond proudly presents… PRAY SILENCE FOR THE MAYOR A Silent Disco night with three absolute legends of North Yorkshire...

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A Concert in Memory of Bob White

A Concert in Memory of Bob White

28 Mar 2026

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Musicality Singers

Musicality Singers

25 Apr 2026

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