The Cross Keys

The Cross Keys Set in the bustling historic market town of Knaresborough, The Cross Keys is a welcome haven for all those who love traditional pubs, open fires and real ale.
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We are a dog friendly pub that has live bands on a monthly basis and a weekly Quiz. A warm and welcoming CAMRA recognised pub serving real ales from around the country and premium international lagers and spirits. Fine craftsmanship and attention to detail has resulted in a hostelry befitting its celebrated surroundings. TUESDAYS
Acoustic jam night. Bring an instrument and/or your voice and get i

n on the act. 9pm. THURSDAYS
Weekly quiz night. Winning team gets a gallon of ale. Win cash by answering the bonus question. Starts 9pm. SATURDAYS
Regional and national bands play live music on Saturday night. Starts 8:30pm. SUNDAYS
Motown afternoon DJ playing the best in soul, motown and Northern Soul first Sunday of every month. 4-8pm.

09/06/2026

Go on then ⚽

09/06/2026
📯 Bedrace Notice 📯 With The Great Knaresborough Bed Race only a week away, this is just a polite reminder about the day'...
08/06/2026

📯 Bedrace Notice 📯

With The Great Knaresborough Bed Race only a week away, this is just a polite reminder about the day's events at the keys.

We will be open from 11am on Saturday, and operating with our one way system until 6pm.

We will be serving all drinks in plastic glasses all day.

Once the race has finished we will reopen inside as usual.

And with that we wish everyone running the race/attending the race the very best of luck!

See you all at the bar 🍻

On the Pumps! Sparth Mild 3.6% is from Riverhead Brewery Tap This dark ruby red mild is smooth, silky and full bodied. I...
06/06/2026

On the Pumps!

Sparth Mild 3.6% is from Riverhead Brewery Tap

This dark ruby red mild is smooth, silky and full bodied. It's perfect for anyone that loves a traditional mild!

See you all at the bar 🍻

04/06/2026

Did someone say you could get a *free* pint of Hell Rat during the World cup?

During England games, when you buy five pints of our award winning Hell Rat lager, we will give you the sixth for free 🔥

We even got a new TV, would be wrong not to join us 😍 ⚽️

See you all at the bar 🍻

It's almost that time of the month again! This Sunday 07th June is Sunday Soul 🕺16:00-20:00pm Join us, Colin and Steve f...
03/06/2026

It's almost that time of the month again!

This Sunday 07th June is Sunday Soul 🕺

16:00-20:00pm

Join us, Colin and Steve for 4 hours of classic Soul, Motown, real ale and great vibes!

See you all at the bar 🍻

29/05/2026

The World Cup is near, so here's why you should watch it here... 👀 🍻

T&Cs apply: only to be stamped and redeemed 1 hour prior and during live England fixtures. No stamps or redemptions outside match times. Valid 17th June - 19th July 2026 only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.

🚨JOIN OUR TEAM 🚨Do you think you would be a great addition to the team here at Cross Keys? We are currently seeking a co...
26/05/2026

🚨JOIN OUR TEAM 🚨

Do you think you would be a great addition to the team here at Cross Keys?

We are currently seeking a confident and enthusiastic beer loving individual to join our small team.

🍻 Part Time Hours available (10-12hrs)

🍻Available for evenings and weekends

🍻Previous bar experience desired but not essential

Send CV in to [email protected]
Or pop in and drop a CV off behind the bar

Address

Knaresborough
HG58AX

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 11pm

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