A good starting point for tours in Wensleydale is Ripon, situated on the Skell, a tributary of the Ure, crossed by a bridge of nine arches. Ripon is not really part of the true Wensleydale.
The small town of Ripon contains many houses, the oldest of which is the former chapel of 14th century St Anne's Chapel.
The most popular rides at Lightwater Theme Park include 'The Ultimate' (1.5mi rollercoaster), 'The Wave' (74ft swingboat) and 'The Rat' (world's only underground rollercoaster). There are also less scary rides for children.
Next door is the Lightwater Village and factory shopping.
Address: Lightwater Valley Theme Park, North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HT, England
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 10am-5pm
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Newby Hall (14mi/22km north) is a delightfully situated manor house renovated by Robert Adam in 1770. It is famed for its collection of tapestries and statues, but its gardens are also worth seeing.
The 25 acres of formal gardens include tropical, rock and water displays as well as a vast woodland area. There is also an adventure garden for the children and miniature railway rides by the river.
Address: Newby Hall & Gardens, Boroughbridge Road, Ripon HG4 5AE, England
Hours:
March 21 to June 30: 11am-5pm; Closed: Mon
July 1 to August 31: 11am-5pm; Closed: Mon
September 1 to September 28: 11am-5pm; Closed: Mon, Mon
Always opened on: Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (last Monday, May ), Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Tips: Party rates and family tickets available.
Last admission half hour before closing.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service, Wheelchair loan or rental
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