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Last Updated: 23/02/2026
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Yorkshire Eyewear celebrates new Knaresborough base

by John Plummer

| 23 Feb, 2026
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The official opening on February 20, 2026.

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Independent opticians Yorkshire Eyewear has officially celebrated the opening of its new home in Knaresborough.

The business, which has operated for 11 years, has moved from 65 High Street to 18 Market Place.

Practice owners Garrey and Karen Haase, alongside staff, welcomed Knaresborough mayor, Councillor Helen Westmancoat, as well as the town criers, patients, suppliers, friends and supporters to the opening.

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Yorkshire Eyewear

Yorkshire Eyewear also has a branch in Howden, East Yorkshire.

Mr Haase said:

We are incredibly proud to have served Knaresborough for the past 11 years. This move represents growth, but our ethos remains exactly the same — expert eye care, honest advice and a truly personal service. We are so grateful to our patients, suppliers and community for supporting us on this journey.

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