Charming shopping arcade with boutique storefronts, festive decorations, and string lights under a clear blue sky.

The Arcade

Step into The Arcade, Ripon's modern and welcoming shopping centre, offering convenience and a variety of essentials.

The Arcade in Ripon stands as a central and convenient shopping destination, highly regarded by visitors for its ease of access and diverse range of amenities. This modern indoor centre provides a welcoming environment for locals and tourists alike to find everyday essentials and useful services.

What to Expect at The Arcade

Visitors consistently praise The Arcade for its practical offerings. It's a go-to spot for daily needs, providing a variety of goods and services all under one roof. Highlights include:

Convenient access to a wide array of retail options
A notably modern and improved Post Office facility
A clean and welcoming environment for all shoppers

With an excellent Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, The Arcade is well-loved for its attentive management and pleasant atmosphere. The centre aims to ensure a positive experience for all, offering a modern and functional space for shopping and essential errands. Its strategic location and comprehensive retail environment make it a valuable asset to Ripon's bustling town centre.

4.2

from 335 reviews

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Peter Erdelyi

5/5

12/02/2025

A nice place to get all the staff needed. ☺️

Steve Watson

1/5

17/07/2025

Good arcade but rubbish post office Don't get a parcel sent there

Chris Johnson

5/5

22/03/2025

Saturday morning two girls came out and did a great job with first aid in the arcade till the ambulance arrived well done to both of them 👏👏👏

Pamela Allan allan

5/5

05/12/2022

The new post office is a huge improvement on the old place. So clean and modern,yes the waiting time my have been long over the festive season,but hey at least we were undercover. it's good to see all the shops in use for just as good as before.

Bob Ainsworth

5/5

25/01/2021

When it's fully open it's fab, but even in lockdown it's great with three food retailers and the post office. So easy to get what you need without trekking far and wide. It is outside but has an indoor feel.

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