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Ripon City Centre and Shops Described by Defoe as 'the finest and most beautiful square that is to be seen in England', the Market Square offers a mix of independent shops, major high street names and a modern arcade; plus an open air market every Thursday. Historical attractions include the Obelisk, the 16th Century timber framed Wakeman's House and an Edwardian Cabman's Shelter. Nearby, winding streets lead to Spa Gardens, the 12th Century Hospital of St. Mary Magdalen and of course the Cathedral and Museums (www.visitripon.org).
Ripon Cathedral and Thorpe Prebend House A uniquely historical place for prayer and worship, as well as a vibrant and important centre of the local community and the arts, the Cathedral dates back more than 1300 years. Within its precincts Thorpe Prebend House provides an exciting 'Ripon in Wonderland' experience, offering the visitor an opportunity to explore the Cathedral's history, including links with St. Wilfrid, Lewis Carroll and Wilfred Owen (www.riponcathedral.org.uk).
Ripon Racecourse Records of horse racing at Ripon go back over three hundred years to at least 1664, though the current Boroughbridge Road course dates from 1900.
Fifteen days of exciting flat racing are staged at Yorkshire's Garden Racecourse, including three evening meetings during the summer (www.ripon-races.co.uk).
Ripon Canal and Marina Designed by John Smeaton in 1766, the recently restored canal is the northernmost point of the UK canal network. Providing leisure facilities for walkers, boaters and fishermen, with bird hides, nature walks and interpretation boards, it overlooks one of North Yorkshire's most important wildlife conservation areas. All within a short walk from the city centre. (www.waterscape.com/canals-and-rivers/ripon-canal).
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Black Sheep Brewery, Masham Visit the traditional brewhouse and fermenting room complete with Yorkshire Square fermenting vessels (www.blacksheepbrewery.com).
Brimham Rocks Explore strange and fantastic rock formations dating back over 320 million years in this amazing natural landscape (www.brimhamrocks.co.uk).
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden A World Heritage Site. The Abbey, founded in 1132 and dissolved by Henry VIII 400 years later, now forms the most complete Cistercian abbey ruin in Britain (www.fountainsabbey.org.uk).
Georgian Theatre Royal, Richmond Experience theatre as the Georgian's did. Built in 1788, closed in 1848, the theatre was reopened in 1963 and restored and extended in 2003 (www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk).
How Stean Gorge A spectacular limestone gorge, steeped in history and folklore, lying hidden in the heart of Nidderdale (www.howsteangorge.co.uk).
Jervaulx Abbey The remains of a Cistercian Abbey surrounded by parkland and clad in flowers (www.jervaulxabbey.com).
Knaresborough Castle and Museum Stronghold of mediaeval kings, the castle towers over the River Nidd. The Courthouse Museum, with original Tudor courtroom, provides insight into Knaresborough's interesting history (www.harrogate.gov.uk/museums).
Lightwater Valley Theme Park A fantastic family theme park with a great selection of thrill rides. Includes a Country Shopping Village, Classic Car Collection and Bird of Prey Centre (www.lightwatervalley.co.uk).
Markenfield Hall A superb moated mediaeval manor house, one of the oldest continuously inhabited houses in England, listed in the Domesday Book in 1085 (www.markenfield.com).
Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate Home to the district's diverse collection of fine art. Art workshops, family days and talks are organised all year round (www.harrogate.gov.uk/museums).
Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk An excellent and memorable day out for children and adults of all ages (www.monkpark.co.uk).
Mother Shipton's Cave, Knaresborough Birthplace of the 16th Century prophetess and England's oldest visitor attraction, since 1630. The nearby Petrifying Well is a unique geological phenomenon (www.mothershipton.co.uk).
Newby Hall and Gardens A beautifully restored Robert Adam House, a fine example of 18th Century decoration, set in 25 acres of award-winning gardens, with steam railway and children's adventure garden (www.newbyhall.co.uk).
Nidderdale Museum, Pateley Bridge A large and lively collection illustrating all aspects of dales life in the past; housed in the original Victorian workhouse (www.nidderdalemuseum.com).
Norton Conyers Home of the Graham family since 1624, and visited by Charlotte Bronte in 1839, the house is believed to be the inspiration for 'Thornfield Hall' in 'Jane Eyre' (www.shopsinripon.co.uk/norton_conyers.html).
Ripley Castle and Gardens The Castle has belonged to the Ingleby family since 1308/9 - and they still live there, having survived 700 years of turbulent history (www.ripleycastle.co.uk).
Royal Pump Room Museum, Harrogate Site of Europe's strongest sulphur well, the Museum tells the intriguing story of how Harrogate became a spa town. Why not try the waters? (www.harrogate.gov.uk/museums).
Stump Cross Caverns An underground adventure. One of Britain's premier show caves, located in Nidderdale on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park (www.stumpcrosscaverns.co.uk).
Theakston Brewery and Visitor Centre, Masham One of the proudest family breweries in Yorkshire, brewing ledgendary ales since 1827. Tour the Brewery and Visitor Centre, to see the legends in the making (www.theakstons.co.uk).
Thornborough Henges Britains best kept prehistoric secret - ancient circular ritual earthworks dating back 5,000 years. Although general public access is not permitted, interested groups may be granted access permission (www.friendsofthornborough.org.uk).
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Woodland Garden and Falconry Centre One of the finest collections of trees and shrubs in the country, along with one of the largest collections of birds of prey in the north of England (www.thorpperrow.com).
Turkish Baths, Harrogate Dating from 1897. Relax and admire the Islamic style arches and screens, arabesque painted ceilings and terrazzo floors (www.harrogate.gov.uk/turkishbaths).
York Castle Museum Discover the story of everyday life, peer into domestic interiors from the past, wander through the streets of bygone Britain, visit a working water mill and learn about the notorious highwayman Dick Turpin (www.york.castle.museum).
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British Waterways Authority Ripon is the most northerly point on the canal system of England; the final stretch of the canal and the canal basin have been re-opened in recent years (www.britishwaterways.co.uk).
English Heritage A guide to English Heritage and its properties (www.english-heritage.co.uk).
Harrogate District Tourism A guide to tourism in the Harrogate District including accommodation and places to visit (www.harrogate.gov.uk/tourism).
National Trust A guide to the National Trust and its properties (www.www.nationaltrust.org.uk).
Nidderdale Online A guide to Nidderdale, designated an area of outstanding natural beauty (www.nidderdale.co.uk).
Nidderdale ANOB More about this area of outstanding natural beauty (www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk).
Yorkshire Dales A guide to the Yorkshire Dales National Park (www.yorkshiredales.org).
Yorkshire Tourist Board The official Yorkshire Tourist Board website featuring a comprehensive selection of accommodation, events and attractions - with online booking (www.yorkshirevisitor.com).
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Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia, USA Opened in 1829, the prison's 'wagon wheel' radial floor plan has been much copied. Includes a comprehensive list of links to prison museum sites throughout the world (www.easternstate.org).
Fremantle Prison, Western Australia Built by convict labour between 1852 and 1860 the prison was originally known as the Convict Establishment. Includes a database of transportees (and transports) to the Swan River Colony between 1850 and 1868 (www.fremantleprison.com).
Galleries of Justice, Nottingham, England Witness three centuries of crime and punishment, experience trial and incarceration - but beware the hangman! (www.galleriesofjustice.org.uk).
Inverary Jail, Argyll, Scotland Scotland's living 19th century prison; appear in court; explore the prisons and airing yards; experience the Torture, Death and Damnation exhibition and visit the prison shop. (www.inveraryjail.co.uk).
The Judge's Lodging, Presteigne, Mid Wales Restored Victorian judge's apartments, with original interiors and furnishings and a "total 'hands-on' policy" for visitors (www.judgeslodging.org.uk).
North Eastern Police History Society The Society, formed in 1995 aims to preserve the history of the Police Forces in the North East of England. (www.nepolicehistory.com).
Quarrybank Mill, Cheshire, England Orphan children from workhouses across the country were brought in to serve apprenticeships at the mill, now a remarkable Georgian museum (www.quarrybankmill.org.uk).
Rossbret UK Institutions A comprehensive study of UK social institutions. Includes sections on prisons, workhouses, the Poor Law and the Poor Law Unions (www.institutions.org.uk).
Southwell Workhouse, Nottinghamshire, UK Explores the often overlooked lives of the poor and destitute in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/places/theworkhouse/).
The Victorian Poor Law and Life in the Workhouse A comprehensive overview of the subject (www.victorianweb.org/history/poorlaw/poorlawov.html).
The Workhouse A comprehensive guide to the workhouse and the Poor Laws, forming an extensive information resource on the subject (www.workhouses.org.uk).
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Ripon Local Studies Research Centre The Centre exists to encourage and carry out research projects relating to the history and archaeology of Ripon and the surrounding area. (www.riponlocalstudies.org).
Educational Visits Whether you are looking for school trips, group visits or are a school travel organiser this is the place to look (www.educationalvisitsuk.com).
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