Ripley Castle, Medieval castle and house museum in Ripley, England.
Description
Ripley Castle is a medieval fortress with over seven centuries of continuous habitation, featuring both living quarters and extensive grounds. The estate includes walled gardens, glasshouses, and formal landscaped areas that surround the main buildings.
History
The Ingleby family acquired the estate in the 14th century through marriage and has maintained ownership continuously since then. The fortress evolved over the centuries as successive generations added to and modified the buildings.
Culture
The castle has served as a film and television location for productions that reached audiences worldwide. Visitors often recognize familiar scenes from these productions as they explore the grounds.
Practical
The castle is accessible during warmer months and can be toured with a guide through the buildings and grounds. Visitors can choose to see the interior rooms or enjoy the gardens and parkland separately depending on their interests.
Did you know?
The castle's gatehouse sits about 260 feet away from the main building and holds its own protected historic status. This separate location is an unusual arrangement that visitors often overlook when exploring the property.
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Church of St Thomas the Apostle, Killinghall
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Post Office Town Hall
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Church of All Saints, Ripley
120 m
York House
180 m
Tower Bridge Over Ripley Beck
130 m
Church of St Paul And St Margaret
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Killinghall Bridge
1 km
Ripley War Memorial
161 m
Ripley School
202 m
Market Cross
177 m
Gatehouse approximately 80 metres south of Ripley Castle
45 m
Star Cottage Star House
178 m
Village Shop Wath House Wood Close
209 m
Killinghall War Memorial
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118 m
Drinking Fountain With Statue
176 m
K6 Telephone Kiosk Adjacent To Village Post Office
241 m
Ripley Park cross
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Milepost At Se 2889 6096
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Village cross with sundial and stocks
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Weir, Stone Basin And Footbridge At Lake Outlet, Ripley Castle
122 m
1-5, Main Street
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Milestone, N end of Ripley
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