Ripon Spa Gardens
📍 9 Park St, Ripon HG4 2AX, UK
About Ripon Spa Gardens
Ripon Spa Gardens offers a tranquil escape just a few minutes' walk from the heart of Ripon. This beautifully maintained Victorian park is a cherished local gem, known for its serene atmosphere and picturesque setting. Visitors consistently praise the gardens, reflected in its excellent Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. It's the perfect spot for relaxation, a gentle stroll, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings amidst nature.
Discover the Delights of Ripon Spa Gardens
- Victorian Bandstand: The elegant bandstand is a central feature, often hosting concerts that add to the traditional charm of the gardens.
- Beautiful Floral Displays: Enjoy well-kept floral borders that burst with colour, enhancing the park's natural beauty throughout the seasons.
- Unique Tree Sculptures: Keep an eye out for enchanting tree sculptures, including a much-loved Alice in Wonderland-themed creation, adding a whimsical touch.
- Abundant Wildlife: The gardens are home to a variety of nesting birds, making it a peaceful haven for nature lovers.
- Amenities for All: Visitors can find comfortable seating throughout the gardens, along with convenient on-site toilets and a café for refreshments.
- Activities & Recreation: Beyond gentle strolls, the park offers a bowls green and crazy golf for recreation, and its open spaces are ideal for happy picnicers and families.
With its inviting blend of historical elegance, natural beauty, and modern amenities, Ripon Spa Gardens provides a delightful experience for all ages, whether you're looking to unwind, enjoy a family day out, or simply admire the carefully tended landscapes.
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📍 9 Park St, Ripon HG4 2AX, UK
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Well kept, attractive gardens with an elegant bandstand, war memorial and floral borders, a few minutes walk from the centre of Ripon. The gardens are easily accessible, with smooth, surfaced paths. Information boards are provided outlining the history of the area, and the striking sculpture inspired by Alice in Wonderland.
Lovely gardens and also so well kept. Bandstand is always amazing and lots of seats so you can relax and take it all in. Toilets and a cafe plus crazy golf and a bowling green as well. The entrance gates are really lovely and we're made and supplied by The Royal Engineers who are based at Clotherhome about 1 mile away. There is also a back exit down a few stairs to bottom main road. Nice wood sculpture of Alice in Wonderland which had been there now for a good few years. Obviously Ripon Cathedral is just along the road back into city centre. Dog friendly as well.
Great park with loads to do. Even wooden sculpture of Alice in wonderland. Worth visiting
Very pretty park in Ripon was well kept and lots of happy picnicers...loved the Alice in wonderland tree sculpture .There's a bowls green and a nice little cafe as well to top it all off
The park was smaller than we imagined but lovely Autumn colours and the bandstand looked beautiful adorned with the knitted poppies. The little cafe was also lovely.