The house was rebuilt in , but the 15th-century gatehouse was retained. The tower block is the oldest section of the current house. The elegant interiors feature fine Gothic Revival decoration, art, and historic furniture. The Oval Drawing Room contains a set of Chippendale chairs, a reminder that the Chippendale family resided at Ripley for several years. The Library is where 'Trooper' Jane Ingilby held Oliver Cromwell at bay, and the Tower Room features a lovely plaster ceiling, created in just four days when the family learned that James I was due to stay with them.
The final chamber shown to guests is the Knights Chamber, a 16th-century panelled room that hides a secret priests hole, discovered by chance in Ripley Castle is easy to visit; the castle is very well signposted off the A north of Harrogate, and there is a large free parking area a short walk from the castle entrance. Access to the castle interior is by timed guided tours only. The tour is quite exceptional; our tour guide was extremely good, very knowledgeable, and really made the house, its history, and its owners, come alive.
Unfortunately, we were not allowed to take photos inside the castle as it is very much still a private home. The gardens are well worth exploring. Near the house is the formal walled garden, with a palm house and hothouses built by Sir William Amcotts Ingilby in From the walled garden, a long, straight avenue known as Temple Walk runs beside the Pleasure Ground, past mature wellingtonia trees planted in the s.
At the end of Temple Walk is a summerhouse in the form of a neo-classical temple. Ripley Castle is a delight to visit. Do take some time to wander around the village of Ripley itself, with its cobbled square, picturesque pub, and historic medieval church with its unique 'weeping cross' once used by pilgrims. Most photos are available for licensing, please contact Britain Express image library.
Website: Ripley Castle Email: enquiries ripleycastle. We've 'tagged' this attraction information to help you find related historic attractions and learn more about major time periods mentioned.
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 low-exceptional on historic interest. Entry via our new Takeaway, opposite the Tearoom No pre-booking required. Looking for our Christmas Opening Times? Click Here. Toggle navigation. Discover Yorkshire's Historic Landmark Ripley Castle and Gardens, situated 3 miles from Harrogate in North Yorkshire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a historic attraction we are open to the public all year round and a visit to the Estate makes for a fascinating and entertaining day out, in a beautiful location.
Forgotten your password? Ripley Castle and Gardens Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 3AY A year-old castle steeped in history with magnificent grounds, lakes, deer park, walled gardens, hothouses and kitchen garden. Experience this house Visit. Visit Weddings Exclusive Use History. Key Information Free for members.
It is a tale of romance, courage, loyalty and recklessness. There is no final chapter because we are still here, still enjoying the adventure.
Does our information need updating? Let us know here. Forthcoming events.
0コメント