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Ripon Cathedral

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Ripon Cathedral is a medieval church in Ripon, North Yorkshire, known for its seventh-century crypt.

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Why go

  • The Anglo-Saxon crypt beneath the cathedral, dating from the seventh century.

Opening hours

Today08:00 – 18:00Show all
Monday08:00 – 18:00
Tuesday08:00 – 18:00
Wednesday08:00 – 18:00
Thursday08:00 – 18:00
Friday08:00 – 18:00
Saturday08:00 – 18:00
Sunday12:00 – 17:00

Don't miss

  • Anglo-Saxon cryptSee the seventh-century crypt and its 14th-century alabaster relief of Christ’s resurrection.Beneath the cathedral’s crossing
  • Choir misericordsLook for the carving of two piglets watching a pig play bagpipes among the 34 oak misericords.Choir stalls1489–1494
  • Wooden hand on the organ caseA lever connected to the keyboard console raises and lowers the carved hand.Organ case

Know before you go

  • Open Monday to Saturday, 08:00–18:00, and Sunday, 12:00–17:00.
  • Nave services are open to visitors, but cathedral tours cannot take place during services.
  • The crypt may close during services and special events.
  • A photography permit, available at the entrance, is required for photos inside.

Services and visiting hours

Daily
Services are held daily and are open to everyone.

Interesting facts3

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  1. 18 portraits

    The cathedral has 18 portraits depicting Tudor royalty.

    Ripon Cathedral - Wikipedia
  2. 13 bells

    The southwest tower holds 13 bells.

    Kathedrale von Ripon - Wikipedia

  3. The crypt’s only ornament is a 14th-century alabaster relief of Christ’s resurrection.

    Kathedrale von Ripon - Wikipedia

Shorts

History

A monastery stood at Ripon by about 660. St Wilfrid built a basilica here in 672; after its destruction in 948, its crypt remained beneath later churches. The present church developed over several centuries. Its west front dates to about 1220, and the nave and aisles took their present form between 1501 and 1522.

  1. 660A monastery for Scottish monks was established at Ripon.
  2. 672St Wilfrid built a basilica with a crypt on the site.
  3. 948King Eadred destroyed Wilfrid’s church; its crypt survived.
  4. 1080Archbishop Thomas of Bayeux arranged a third minster.
  5. 1160–1175Archbishop Roger de Pont l’Évêque commissioned the fourth minster; its choir walls date from this period.
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  1. 1220The Early English west front and its twin towers were built.
  2. 1450An earthquake brought down the crossing tower, which was not rebuilt to its former height.
  3. 1501–1522The nave was raised, and aisles with rib vaults were added.
  4. 1836Ripon Minster became the cathedral of the Diocese of Ripon.
  5. 2014Ripon became one of three co-equal cathedrals of the Bishop of Leeds.

How to get there

  • 20 minBusRoute 36 connects Ripon with Harrogate and Leeds every 20 minutes.
  • 30 minTrainThe nearest train station is in Harrogate. Bus 36 connects from Ripon at least every half hour during visiting hours.
  • CarThe cathedral is six miles from A1(M) junction 50.
  • ParkingParking is 150 yards from the cathedral.
  • BikeBike racks are north of the cathedral and behind the west-front noticeboards.

Accessibility

  • Step-free entry The main entrance has level access and an automatic wheelchair-accessible door.
  • Lift The Library and Treasury are reached by stairs, with no lift access.

Sources: Ripon Cathedral - Wikipedia · Ripon Cathedral Celebrating Over 1350 Years of … · Visiting Ripon Cathedral & Opening Times · Discover The History & Heritage of Ripon Cathed… · Kathedrale von Ripon - Wikipedia · Cathédrale de Ripon - Wikipedia · checked 28 Oct 2026

Where
Minster Road Liberty Court House, Ripon

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Questions and answers

When is Ripon Cathedral open?

Monday to Saturday, 08:00–18:00; Sunday, 12:00–17:00.

How often does bus 36 run to Ripon Cathedral?

Route 36 connects Ripon with Harrogate and Leeds every 20 minutes. From Ripon, it connects with Harrogate station at least every 30 minutes during visiting hours.

Are there activities for children at Ripon Cathedral?

Trail leaflets include options for young visitors to explore at their own pace.

Is Ripon Cathedral accessible to wheelchair users?

The main entrance has level access and an automatic wheelchair-accessible door. The crypt is reached by stairs and a narrow passage; a ground-level touchscreen walkthrough is available.

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