Nature & Parks in Ripon

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Nature & Parks in Ripon

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  • KaynChris
    Leeds, UK81 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came here as a family for the fireworks in August...
    We had an amazing afternoon/ evening..
    We were able to set up our table and chairs to the side of our car.
    We took our own little picnic and blankets for the evening...
    I would highly recommend..
    We have been to a few now.. enjoyed every time.
    Written 11 October 2023
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  • Graham L
    Halifax, England, United Kingdom3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great afternoon out. Watched two bird demonstrations very professionally delivered. Lots of birds of prey to see. Good little shop with gifts and snacks, toilets on site.
    Written 3 July 2022
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  • marty130
    Yorkshire Dales National Park, UK65 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Small car park then you need to walk down the field into the woods.
    Managed by Woodland Trust, information sheet in car park.
    Plenty of paths to explore, some are steep and scan be slippy.
    Pretty river at the bottom.
    No charge for entry or car park..
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • stevebintley
    Bedford, UK7,051 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A really nice space that’s well kept with lovely flowers and plenty more to admire, with the wood carvings and statues. Lots of places to sit and a delight!
    Written 23 July 2023
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  • AR
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    10 members of my family took a 1 hour, early evening cruise, with skipper John. A superb experience with useful commentary and the opportunity to get involved manning the locks. Suitable for all ages and highly recommend.
    Written 30 August 2023
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  • Liz C
    Harrogate12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This walk really does have the best of everything that Yorkshire has to offer. We have done it in stages, setting off from Ripon canal basin. The walk takes in everything you expect, the initial part is lovely, but all of it has something to offer. Plenty of places enroute to rest and get sustinance, including the excellent and very well stocked shop at Burton Leonard, Fountains Abbey Visitor Centre, Druids Temple, and cafes in Masham. A great walk and can highly recommend.
    Written 2 January 2023
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  • Chris M
    Wetherby, UK1,302 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We have previously passed the entrance to this nature reserve, and this time made the effort to visit. There is a small car park accessed from a traffic roundabout. The car park has information boards showing the history and layout of the site, also the extent of wildlife in the reserve. It is worth noting that it is not a "wetland" area. A small childrens' playground is near the entrance. There are well defined paths as well as other unfenced areas. Whilst we did not actually see a vast array of wildlife, we did hear the sounds of many different birds. The area is good for mostly easy walking in pleasant surroundings. Overall I would rate the Nature Reserve as "Good", if this category was available on Tripadvisor.
    Written 13 March 2022
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  • r0bert870
    Wigan, UK764 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our first visit to this site situated next to Ripon racecourse(not open when there is a race meeting). The area is flat with some made paths and hides(gets very muddy). Plenty of wintering ducks. The walk down by the river was very good but this is outside the reserve.
    Written 19 January 2023
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