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Enjoy Ripon

One of Britain's oldest cities

Ripon Market Place
Ripon is the small city with the big personality nestled in the Yorkshire Dales. 
Stunning Georgian and medieval building, a huge history, curious customs and links with Alice in Wonderland.

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Don't miss...
Ripon Cathedral *
The cathedral stands majestically in the heart of the city. Step inside to find wood carvings, medieval architecture and much more.
Ripon Cathedral
Ripon Hornblower
Be at the obelisk in the Market Square at 9pm to see a tradition that has taken place for over 1100 years. Read more about the Hornblower (PDF file).
The Ripon Hornblower
Ripon Races *
Spend a day at the races at Ripon racecourse known as 'Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse'.
Ripon Racecourse
Ripon Market
Every Thursday you can browse the colourful open air market in Ripon's Market Place in the heart of the city.
Ripon Market
Hornseys - The Gallery
Specialising in high quality Fine Art from the 18th, 19th and 20th Centuries.
Hornseys - The Gallery
  Ripon Law & Order Museums *
Visit the Prison & Police Museum, Courthouse Museum and Workhouse Museum.
The Courthouse Museum, Ripon. Part of the Ripon Law & Order Museums
Ripon International Festival *
A celebration of music, arts, architecture and nature.
Ripon International Festival
 
Find accommodation online
Find the perfect place to stay in Ripon by booking online. Find the perfect place to stay in Ripon.
Choose from Ripon hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses and more.
 
 
 
 
Where to park in Ripon
Parked cars 
Please click on this 'where to park' link to find out where would be the most suitable parking for you.
Tourist Information Office, Royal Baths Crescent Road, Harrogate, Tel: 0845 389 3223