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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
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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
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Park Street Ripon HG4 2BU
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A fine Edwardian building, the Ripon Spa Hotel is peacefully situated in several acres of attractive gardens. It is only five minutes level walking distance from the centre of the ancient city of Ripon.
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Market Place Masham near Ripon HG4 4EF
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Overlooking the Market Square in the small town of Masham, this charming inn is set within a fine Georgian building of tremendous character, built in the second half of the 18th century.
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Guest
Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels
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Masham Ripon HG4 4JH
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An exclusive 30 bedroom luxury castle hotel. With 4 Red Stars and 3 Rosettes awarded by the AA for excellent facilities this is the highest rated hotel in Yorkshir
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Fearby Masham near Ripon HG44NF
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Our family-run country public house offers 8 brand new en suite rooms, Yorkshire ale and tasty, home-cooked, wholesome food. Located in the beautiful village of Fearby you will be well placed for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and beyond.
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Kilgram Grange Jervaulx Jervaulx near Ripon HG4 4PQ Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Amidst rolling Wensleydale countryside this beautifully converted detached barn boasts spacious and very stylish accommodation including a luxury kitchen and bathroom all on the first floor. Its setting on a working farm allows visitors to explore the far...
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Fir Tree Farm,Bramley Grange Grewelthorpe near Ripon HG4 3DL Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Amidst the rolling countryside mature woodland and babbling streams of a working farm this well appointed lodge is a haven of peace and tranquillity. One of only 14 set on the owners' small and beautifully landscaped site it offers lovely walking from...
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Kirkby Malzeard,near Ripon Tel: 0844 847 1200
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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......
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Days Out in and around Ripon
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town head west into the Dales, or south to Harrogate,
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Towns near Ripon To Visit - straight line distance:
Masham Tourist Information (8.15 miles) Knaresborough Tourist Information (8.97 miles) Thirsk Tourist Information (9.73 miles) Harrogate Tourist Information (9.93 miles) |
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Area
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Information
Centre
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01765 604625
Fax: 01765 604625 |
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