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Ripon, famous
for its cathedral, and called "The Cathedral City of the Dales",
but is one of England's smallest cities.
It has a large market
place with a 90 foot high obelisk used by the official red-coated
hornblower to sound the 'Setting of the Watch'; every day
at 9pm for the last 1,000 years. Market day is Thursday.
There are many old
buildings to enjoy in the town, including the 14th century
Wakeman House and Town Hall, 1801.
Money has been spent
on the town recently, and the restored areas include the Canal
Basin, the most northerly point of the English canal system.
For a bit more excitement
Ripon has a racehorse course, and there are things to see
and do out and about around the town.
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What
To See -
Ripon Tourist Attractions
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 Ripon
Cathedral, 7th century crypt - the oldest in England,
good West front, often floodlight at night, Suggested donation.
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Police
and Prison Museum, in the old Gaol, The House of Correction,
St Marygate, HG4 1LX, history of the police and the law and
order, cells (!), Open: Apr-Jun;
11:00-16:00 Jul-Aug; 11:00-16:30 Sep; 13:00- 16:00 Oct; 12:00-15:00
Tel: 01765 690799 
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Abbey and Studley Royal Watergarden, west off B6265,
ruined monastery by the river, 12th century, possibly ghosts,
18th century landscaped gardens and deer park. Visitor centre,
shop, etc, Open: Feb-Oct; daily, Nov--Jan; Mon-Sat Please telephone
to check Tel: 01765 608888
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Museum, depicts the life and times of a male workhouse,Open:
Apr-Jun; 11:00-16:00
Jul-Aug; 11:00-16:30 Sep; 13:00- 16:00 Oct; 12:00-15:00 Tel:
01765 690799
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Hall, off B6265 east of the town, 25 acres of gardens
around this Robert Adam 17th century mansion, furniture, picture
and sculpture feature here. Adventure playground, miniature
railway, walks, restaurant Open: April - Sept. Tues - Sun, plus
Bank Holidays and Mondays in July & August Gardens: 11.00-17.30
House: 12.00-17.00. Tel 01423 322583.
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Valley Theme Park, north of A6108, country park and lakeland
in 175 acres, rides , attractions, including rollercoaster.
Steam train, lake and childrens farm, Old Macdonald's. A family
day out. Also a nearby factory outlet shopping centre Tel: 01765
635334
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Norton
Conyers Hall, Ripon, HG4 5EQ, lived in by the same
family for over 370 years, Charlotte Bronte visited this medieval
house with its walled garden. Tel: 01765 - 640333 2007:
house is closed all this year for repairs
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Roman Town, Aldborough, near Boroughbridge, off the A1,
or B6265, remains of a Roman settlement and preserved tessellated
pavement, pleasant village. Open: Apr-Oct 10:00-18:00 Tel: 01423
322768
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Where
To Stay in Ripon
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Kirkby Malzeard,near Ripon
A lovely beamed property, Woodpeckers sits in a sweetly picturesque village just 4 miles from Fountains Abbey (N.T.). Its interior is beautifully furnished in traditional style and visitors are assured a warm welcome from the neighbouring owners. The v... Sleeps 2
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Kirkby Malzeard Ripon HG4 3RY
Alma Cottage has a great character and is of the highest quality - ETC 4 stars. Dating back to the 18th Century, it has low beamed ceilings and stone stairs, but a high standard of modern comforts. In winter the cast-iron stove is a cosy ... Sleeps 6
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Around
The Ripon Area
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town head west into the Dales, or south to Harrogate,
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Masham (8.15 miles) Knaresborough (8.97 miles) Thirsk (9.73 miles) Harrogate (9.93 miles) Pateley Bridge (10.42 miles) Bedale (10.88 miles) Northallerton (14.55 miles) Leyburn (17.29 miles) Tadcaster (20.33 miles) Richmond (20.48 miles) |
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