After a day discovering the delightful village of Ripley, relax in the tranquil beer garden at The Boar’s Head. In the shade of crisp, white parasols, surrounded traditional, French-inspired architecture and beautiful climbing plants. This is the perfect spot to enjoy a welcome pint of real ale or a crisp, cold glass of wine.
The Boar’s Head
The Boar’s Head is superbly located on the cobbled market square in the centre of the charming heritage listed village of Ripley. The inn is also situated only yards away from its very own Castle!
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Out & About
About
Ripley Castle has been home to the Ingilby family for over 700 years and they still own and manage The Boar’s Head, indeed much of the furniture and many of the portraits belong to the family.
All residents can take advantage of a complimentary
walk around the gardens and grounds at Ripley Castle during opening hours. Guided tours of the Castle are available on selected
dates and times; please visit www.ripleycastle.co.uk
to view. Residents can book a tour of Ripley Castle via The Boar’s Head
reservations team at a discounted rate.
With twenty three individual bedrooms, a welcoming Bar, Snug and formal Dining Room serving seasonal menus with local produce, in a relaxed atmosphere within luxurious and historic surroundings.
Dining
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The kitchen produces delicious meals using vegetables from the castle’s Victorian walled gardens and other locally sourced ingredients: you can dine in the
dining room or bar – or al fresco, Mediterranean-style, in the garden or on the market square, watching the world go by.
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The Boar’s Head has twenty three rooms.
Children accompanied by their parents are welcome at The Boar’s Head, where a special menu is offered as well as games and activities. Children up to the age of 12, sharing parents’ room are charged at £27.50 each day to include breakfast.
As one of the UK’s best pet-friendly hotel’s, The Boar’s Head welcomes dogs and if required provides a bone placed in a basket and water bowls are provided. Dogs will have a small charge of £20.00 per day and they are welcome in the Bar/Bistro and lounge areas.
When staying at The Boar’s Head, all guests are able to visit award winning Ripley Castle Gardens free of charge during their stay.
Special offers are available throughout the year.
To book a stay at The Boar’s Head, please click here.
Out & About
Explore the area:
Hotel residents can book a tour of the historic Ripley Castle and Gardens, a 700 year old castle steeped in history. Stroll through the magnificent walled gardens into the 100 acre deer park with its lakes, majestic ancient trees and fallow deer.
Guests don’t have to travel too far for adventure, as the team at Live for Today host a range of exciting activities on the estate. These include archery, axe throwing, canoeing and escape rooms. For more information about the activities available or to make a booking for the escape rooms, visit: https://www.live-for-today.com.
Fountains Abbey is one of the country’s greatest treasures and has for many years drawn visitors from far and wide to marvel at the atmospheric ruins, elegant Georgian water garden and medieval deer park. If the sun is shining pack a picnic and find a spot on the manicured green lawns by the idyllic riverbank.
Relish the seasons at the Royal Horticultural Society Garden, Harlow Carr, with botanical art events, flower shows and fantastic walks through landscapes ranging from woodland to wildflower meadows.
With regular exhibitions and events, Newby Hall and Gardens is a beautiful stately home, just 20 minutes from the Boar’s Head Inn and is fabulous day out for the whole family. Take a scenic walk through the award winning gardens dating back to the 1920s, treat yourself to lunch in the café or pick up some quality artwork from the gift shop.
Set in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside is the stunning 18th Century Harewood House. Explore the 100 acres of exquisite gardens, renowned Bird Garden and the many galleries, drawing rooms and halls which retain their original splendour.
Recommended Local Attractions
- Ripley Castle and Gardens – On the doorstep!
- Fountains Abbey – 15 minutes
- RHS Gardens, Harlow Carr – 15 minutes
- Newby Hall & Gardens – 20 minutes
- Harewood House – 25 minutes
- Castle Howard – 50 minutes
Retail Therapy
- Harrogate – 10 minutes
- Leeds – 40 minutes
- York Designer Outlet – 45 minutes
All timings denote typical journey time by car, unless specified otherwise.
Address
Ripley, Near Harrogate,
HG3 3AY
01423 771 888
reservations@boarsheadripley.co.uk
23 bedrooms
We have a limited number of dog friendly rooms available. We kindly ask you enquire with our team before booking to confirm a dog friendly room is available; Call us on 01423 771888.
£20.00 per dog, per night.