Where to stay

Ripon may be a small city, but it has a big personality. It combines the charm of historic streets with the benefits of modern living, including a great selection of accommodation, restaurants, shops, and a wealth of cultural entertainment and events.

Beyond the city centre, Ripon is ideally located for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors, our surrounding area also offer top-class attractions within a 10-mile radius which include:

- Ripon Cathedral – a stunning historic cathedral in the heart of the city
- Ripon Museums – showcasing the city’s rich history and heritage
- Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal – a World Heritage Site
- Newby Hall – a beautiful stately home
- Harrogate – a vibrant town with shops, cafés, and cultural attractions
- Lightwater Valley – a modern theme park
- Masham – a charming village with two breweries

Why not make the most of your race day experience by staying locally. Ripon and the local area offers a range of hotels, guesthouses, and self-catering options within easy reach of the racecourse.

Whether you’re visiting for a day trip, weekend break, or family outing, choosing local accommodation lets you arrive refreshed, enjoy the races, and explore Ripon and its surroundings at your leisure.

The Black A Moor

📍 Distance: 2 minutes / 0.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 603511
🌐 Website: Black A Moor Ripon Ltd

The Old Granary

📍 Distance: 2 mins / 0.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
🌐 Website: The Old Granary at Red House Farm – Cottages for Rent in Bridge Hewick, England, United Kingdom – Airbnb

The Royal Oak

📍 Distance: 3 mins / 1.0 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 602284
🌐 Website: The Royal Oak – Ripon

The Old Deanery

📍 Distance: 4 mins / 1.3 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 600003
🌐 Website: The Old Deanery, Ripon, North Yorkshire – Culinary artistry in an historic setting

Valentino’s

📍 Distance: 5 mins/1.5 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 604201
🌐 Website: Welcome to Valentino’s Ripon

Riverside Lodges

📍 Distance: 6 mins / 1.9 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 07792 173128
🌐 Website: Home | Riverside Lodges

The Ripon Inn

📍 Distance: 6 mins / 1.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 0191 5803610
🌐 Website: The Ripon Inn | The Inn Collection Group

The Unicorn

📍 Distance: 6 mins / 1.8 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 643410
🌐 Website: Wetherspoon Hotels | Ripon | The Unicorn Hotel

Crescent Lodge

📍 Distance: 6 mins / 2.2 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 609589
🌐 Website: Crescent Lodge | Ripon Guest House Accommodation

The White Horse

📍 Distance: 6 mins / 2.2 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 603622
🌐 Website: White Horse – Hotels, restaurants & Inns

Swallow Cottage

📍 Distance: 7 mins / 2.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 07545098139
🌐 Website: Swallow Cottage, Littlethorpe, Ripon | Homepage

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Rookery House

📍 Distance:7 mins / 2.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 07545098139
🌐 Website: Rookery House | Rookery House in Littlethorpe, near Ripon

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Swinton Estate

📍 Distance: 26 mins / 12.5 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 680900
🌐 Website: The Swinton Estate | Country Estate, Hotel, Spa and Glamping

The Grantham Arms

📍 Distance: 10 mins / 5 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01423 323980
🌐 Website: Grantham Arms – Boroughbridge

The Inn: South Stainley

📍 Distance:10 mins / 5.6 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01423 779 060
🌐 Website: The Inn South Stainley | Yorkshire Pub, Restaurant & Hotel

💸 Quote ‘EVENT15’ for a 15% discount

Crown Hotel

📍 Distance: 10 mins / 5.6 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01423 322328
🌐 Website: The Crown Hotel Boroughbridge

The Old Coach House

📍 Distance: 11 mins / 5.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 634900
🌐 Website: The Old Coach House | 5 Star B&B In Ripon, North Yorkshire

Grantley Hall

📍 Distance: 13 mins / 5.7 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01765 620070
🌐 Website: Grantley Hall | Luxury 5 Star Hotel in North Yorkshire

Hob Green Estate

📍 Distance: 14 mins / 6.6 miles from Ripon Racecourse
🌐 Website: Home – Hob Green Estate and Holiday Cottages

The Boars Head

📍 Distance: 14 mins / 8.0 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01423 771888
🌐 Website: The Boar’s Head Ripley – Accommodation in Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Nidd Hall Hotel

📍 Distance: 19 mins / 9.8 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 0330 135 9576
🌐 Website: Nidd Hall in Harrogate, North Yorkshire | Warner Hotels

Aldwark Manor

📍 Distance: 25 mins / 14 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01347 838146
🌐 Website: Aldwark Manor Estate | Luxury Hotel in North Yorkshire

West Acre Lodge

📍 Distance: 27 mins / 16.8 miles from Ripon Racecourse
📞 Tel: 01845 537369
🌐 Website: West Acre Lodge | Exclusive Use Lodges in North Yorkshire

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