Valerie’s guidebook
Sightseeing, days out with children, photography, walking
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal water garden are only a 5 minute drive away from the cottage. The abbey is a well preserved English Cistercian monastery. It was founded in 1132 and was one of the wealthiest monasteries in England until its dissolution in 1539 under Henry VIII. Currently owned by the National Trust, a day out here can be enjoyed by people of all ages. There are three cafes, an amazing play park, two gift shops and a bird hide. During school holidays many child friendly activities are also available.
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Fountains Abbey og Studley Royal Water Garden
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal water garden are only a 5 minute drive away from the cottage. The abbey is a well preserved English Cistercian monastery. It was founded in 1132 and was one of the wealthiest monasteries in England until its dissolution in 1539 under Henry VIII. Currently owned by the National Trust, a day out here can be enjoyed by people of all ages. There are three cafes, an amazing play park, two gift shops and a bird hide. During school holidays many child friendly activities are also available.
Studley Royal Deer Park is a five minute drive from the cottage or an easy 20 minute walk. It is free to access and is home to over 500 wild Red, Fallow and Sika deer. A popular destination for walkers and photographers - especially during rutting season.
Within the park you can also visit St Mary's Church. The Victorian Gothic church is a masterpiece of architect William Burges.
You can also enjoy tea, cakes and lunch at the cafe beside the lake.
Studley Park
Studley Royal Deer Park is a five minute drive from the cottage or an easy 20 minute walk. It is free to access and is home to over 500 wild Red, Fallow and Sika deer. A popular destination for walkers and photographers - especially during rutting season.
Within the park you can also visit St Mary's Church. The Victorian Gothic church is a masterpiece of architect William Burges.
You can also enjoy tea, cakes and lunch at the cafe beside the lake.
Brimham Rocks
Den Forbudte Krog
Days out with children, gardens, historic houses
Newby Hall is a Grade I listed 18th century country house 10 minutes drive from the cottage. It is open daily from April to October. Please note in 2020 Newby Hall will be closed from 14th to 17th September to prepare for Autumn Flower show. They will then be open to flower show ticket holders only from 18th September until 20th September.
Visitors can enjoy looking around the house, walking through the extensive beautiful gardens and enjoying the large children's play area (sand pit, younger children's swings and climbing frame, lake with little boats and older children's wooden play equipment). Children also enjoy the dancing water play area by William Eye - take a towel! There is also a little train which is a great way of seeing the beautiful grounds - a firm favourite with children and adults of all ages. There is a Bear House showcasing the wonderful Teddy Bear collection of Gyles Brandreth. Lots of famous bears to see.
The restaurant at Newby Hall offers a wide range of refreshments from cakes to delicious hot meals. You are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the picnic area.
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Newby Hall & Gardens Tea Rooms
Newby Hall is a Grade I listed 18th century country house 10 minutes drive from the cottage. It is open daily from April to October. Please note in 2020 Newby Hall will be closed from 14th to 17th September to prepare for Autumn Flower show. They will then be open to flower show ticket holders only from 18th September until 20th September.
Visitors can enjoy looking around the house, walking through the extensive beautiful gardens and enjoying the large children's play area (sand pit, younger children's swings and climbing frame, lake with little boats and older children's wooden play equipment). Children also enjoy the dancing water play area by William Eye - take a towel! There is also a little train which is a great way of seeing the beautiful grounds - a firm favourite with children and adults of all ages. There is a Bear House showcasing the wonderful Teddy Bear collection of Gyles Brandreth. Lots of famous bears to see.
The restaurant at Newby Hall offers a wide range of refreshments from cakes to delicious hot meals. You are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the picnic area.
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Crag LaneChurches
Ripon Cathedral has a history reaching back to the 7th century. Tourists are welcome to visit and view the Great East window, listen to the daily choir rehearsals or attend one of the big evening concerts . You can also marvel at the carvings in the choir stalls and misericords - said to have inspired Lewis Carroll when writing Alice in Wonderland.
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Ripon Katedral
Minster RoadRipon Cathedral has a history reaching back to the 7th century. Tourists are welcome to visit and view the Great East window, listen to the daily choir rehearsals or attend one of the big evening concerts . You can also marvel at the carvings in the choir stalls and misericords - said to have inspired Lewis Carroll when writing Alice in Wonderland.
Food scene
The Royal Oak
36 Kirkgatehttps://royaloakripon.co.uk/
Prima Pizzeria
33 Kirkgatehttps://www.prima-ripon.co.uk/
Manchega
1 Duck Hillhttp://www.manchega.co.uk/
Valentino's Restaurant
14 Westgatehttps://www.valentinosripon.co.uk/
So! Bar & Eats
6 Old Market Placehttp://sobarandeats.co.uk/ripon-book-page/
Oliver's Pantry
86 North Sthttps://oliverspantry.com/
Realitea
84 North Sthttps://riponrealitea.co.uk/
Bambudda
23-25 Kirkgatehttps://www.bambudda.co.uk/
Storehouse Kitchen
83 North Streethttps://www.storehouseripon.co.uk/
Storehouse Bar & Eatery
Blossomgatehttps://www.storehouseripon.co.uk/
horse racing
Ripon Races
Boroughbridge Road