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Welcome to Knutsford

Our historic and picturesque town of Knutsford sits on the doorstep to Tatton Park just 15 miles southwest of Manchester.  With a thriving Town Centre full of independent shops and boutiques and award winning restaurants Knutsford offers something different for visitors. We are a town steeped in heritage, from the early days of King Canute fording the Lily to General Patton being based here in World War II, Knutsford has retained its history and a fantastic array of Georgian buildings. Elizabeth Gaskell based her fictional town of Cranford on Knutsford, and Richard Harding Watt built the landmark Gaskell Memorial Tower in her memory.

Knutsford is also home to one of the most famous of all the May Day events still celebrated in the UK. Knutsford Royal May Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of May, and in 2014 will celebrate it's 150th year. 

The Town Council are the lowest level of local government for the Town and are currently expanding as we seek to take on the running of the Markets, Allotments and Toilets from Cheshire East Council.
Meeting Agendas
Annual Report
The 2012-13 Annual Report has now been published. It contains a summary of what the Town Council has achieved over the past year, as well as contact information for the Town Councillors.
Visit Knutsford

 Knutsford is a thriving Market Town with a fantastic array of quality restaurants and bars. Known as the "gastro capital" of the Cheshire Peak District you'll find a collection of independent businesses and stylish boutiques mixed in with antique dealers and chic contemporary galleries. 
The Council

Knutsford Town Council was formed in 1974, following the dissolution of the Knutsford Urban District Council. The Council consists of 15 members, elected every four years to represent the people of Knutsford.
Town Events

Knutsford Town Council has a dedicated Events Committee who are working to bring a programme of exciting events to the Town. Knutsford is also well known for our annual Royal May Day!