Fairground rides in Skipton Canal Basin will be in place throughout August (Image: Submitted)Mrs Close added although the stage would not be part of the event, Skipton Live was still very much on. "Skipton Town Council remains fully committed to and supportive of Skipton Live, and we look forward to working alongside Craven Arts to celebrate live music in Skipton." They would be in place until the end of the month and efforts had been made to accommodate the town council stage. “When Skipton Town Council later proposed a one-day music event at the Canal Basin on August 29 as part of Skipton Live Weekend, discussions were held with all parties to accommodate both activities. “Skipton Town Council subsequently decided the remaining space was not sufficient for the event and chose not to proceed.