Go Explore

To save you the hassle of researching and so you can relax and enjoy your holiday, we have shared our local knowledge and expertise by listing our favourite: walks, food n drink, things to do and other local recommendations.

Whether it’s a full days hike, an evening meal out or a few hours walk with a pint with fish and chips to finish, GO eXplore has it all here.

GILL AND TONY’S ICE CREAM PARLOUR

A little local Ice-cream parlour near the famous Grantley Hall.

Apr 6, 20231 min read

YOLK FARM

They have a stunning farm shop, a cafe with some of the best brunch food ever like fried chicken waffle stacks (prepare to be very full)....

Apr 6, 20231 min read

BOROUGHBRIDGE TOWN

Boroughbridge is a lovely little town on the outskirts of Harrogate. It’s great for tea shops and charity shopping (4 charity shops),...

Apr 6, 20231 min read

HIMALAYAN GARDEN

Himalayan Garden is 45 acres of gardens and park land with sculptures. It also includes: a tea room and playground too. Dogs are welcome...

Apr 6, 20231 min read

LIGHTWATER VALLEY

Lightwater Valley is a theme park tailored to children under 12 years old. We used to go as kids and have great memories 😊. Lightwater...

Apr 6, 20231 min read

RIPON CITY AND CATHEDRAL

Ripon is a city, famous for its cathedral, Ripon Racecourse and Fountain Abbey. It has lots of beautiful gift shops, galleries, an antique

Mar 29, 20231 min read

BUTCHERS AND WINE SHOPS - RIPON

Farmisons and Appletons butchers shops offer the finest meat around, whilst the Yorkshire Vinters wine merchant sell the finest wine to acco

Mar 29, 20231 min read

LOCAL FARM SHOPS

The following farm shops offer the best locally sourced, fruit, veg, cheese and meat in the area: Yolk Farm, Tancred Farm and Pool Bridge F

Mar 29, 20231 min read

SUPERMARKETS IN RIPON

Here is s list of local supermarkets all within a 5 minute drive: M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Booths and Aldi.

Mar 28, 20231 min read

HELL WATH WALK - RIPON

Hell Wath, a nature reserve in the middle of Ripon allows you and your dog to walk for miles safely. It’s heaven for dogs, there are...

Mar 28, 20231 min read

CAFES FOR AFTERNOON TEA

Afternoon tea is of the upmost importance here in North Yorkshire (almost as important as Sunday lunch!) The following cafes are well...

Mar 28, 20232 min read

5 LOCAL RIPON WALKS - FOR ALL ABILITIES

Here are 5 lovely short Ripon walks, of distances between 1 to 4 miles, lasting 30 minutes to 2 hours. There is also a PDF map download and

Mar 20, 20237 min read

MICHELIN STAR AND SUPER FANCY RESTAURANTS

There are several exquisite dining options available locally, some include Michelin Star chefs and all are within 45 minutes driving distanc

Mar 20, 20232 min read

RESTAURANTS IN RIPON

There are several good options for excellent dining in Ripon all within 5 minutes driving distance, these include: Manchego, The Store House

Mar 18, 20232 min read

GREAT PUBS NEARBY

There are several great dog friendly pubs nearby for both drinking and dining, these include: Mason’s Arms (Bishop Monkton), Yorkshire...

Mar 16, 20232 min read

BRYMOR ICE - CREAM PARLOUR AND FARM

We have been visiting Brymor since we were toddlers, it’s a Yorkshire institute and the best ice-cream you will taste (they also sell...

Mar 13, 20231 min read

SWINTON PARK ESTATE

This stunning Estate has so much to do it’s actually quite astounding. We had a wonderful spa day there, the outdoor pool is cold but...

Mar 13, 20231 min read

GLUTEN FREE - COELIAC GUIDE RIPON

Welcome to Ripon. You will be pleased to know you will not go hungry in Ripon. Below is a selection of pubs and restaurants we have...

Mar 13, 20231 min read

LOCAL TAKEAWAYS

When you don’t want to get ready and go out, but your on holiday and don’t want to cook. Here are our takeaway recommendations:

Mar 13, 20232 min read

NATURAL AMBIENCE OF JERVAULX ABBEY

Jervaulx Abbey is located in East Witton, 14 miles north-west of the city of Ripon, was one of the great Cistercian abbeys of ...

Mar 13, 20231 min read