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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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The Royal British Legion Annual...

The Royal British Legion Annual...

8 Jan 2026

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It was an honour to attend the Royal British Legion Annual Poppy Appeal Dinner this evening with the mayoress, at The Fleece Hotel, celebrating the dedication, generosity and teamwork that...

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Plough Sunday Service

Plough Sunday Service

11 Jan 2026

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As Mayor of Richmond, I was honoured to represent our town on Sunday afternoon at the Plough Sunday Service held in the majestic surroundings of Ripon Cathedral. On what was a cold Sunday...

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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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