Ripley
Things to do in Ripley, Derbyshire
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Ripley is a town in Derbyshire, in the East Midlands. It lies in the Erewash Valley and has industrial heritage linked to coal mining and textiles that shaped its development.
Where to stay in Ripley(3)
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Accommodation options in Ripley include Marehay Hall Farm, a bed and breakfast, and Lumb Farm Country Club, which offers guest accommodation in a rural setting. Premier Inn Ripley provides standard hotel lodging in the town itself.
Premier Inn Ripley
Nottingham Road, Ripley
Travelodge Alfreton
Old Swanwick, Alfreton
Marehay Hall Farm
Street Lane, Ripley
Park Farm - Bed & Breakfast
Park Lane, Alfreton
The Canal
30 Bullbridge Hill, Belper
Boundary by Marstons Inns
Lea Vale, Alfreton
The Hurt Arms
Derby Road, Belper
The White Hart Inn
Inns Lane, Alfreton
Things to Do in Ripley(2)
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Midland Railway-Butterley runs heritage train services and is the main attraction in the area. The West Shed Museum offers exhibits related to the town's industrial past.
Where to Eat in Ripley
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All attractions in Ripley →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Ripley.
1 mi
Treetops Activity Centre
Alfreton · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
The Genesis Family Entertainment Centre
Alfreton · ⭐ 3.9
4 mi
Fun Factory - Castlewood Brewers Fayre
Alfreton · ⭐ 3.9
4 mi
Crich Tramway Village
Crich · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Strutts North Mill
Belper · ⭐ 4.5
6 mi
Lea Green Centre
Matlock · ⭐ 4.5
7 mi
Freestyle Trampoline Parks & Soft Play
Kirkby-in-Ashfield · ⭐ 4.7
7 mi
Lammas Leisure Centre
Sutton in Ashfield · ⭐ 4.1
Camping in Ripley
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Golden Valley Caravan Park
⭐ 4.3
Riddings Wood Holiday Park
⭐ 4.2
Sutton Hall Gardens Certificated Location
⭐ 4.6
Upper Hartshay Farm Certificated Location
⭐ 4.6
The Firs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
⭐ 4.7 · from £30/night
Saints Meadow
⭐ 5.0 · from £75/night
Broadholme Lane Caravan Park
⭐ 4.7
Moor Edge Farm Certificated Location
⭐ 4.8
Self-Catering Cottages in Ripley
All cottages in Ripley →White Heather Barn
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £577
The Limes
6 bed · sleeps 14 · from £1,152
The Bungalow
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £393
Amberley Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £303
Juglans Barn
5 bed · sleeps 11 · from £1,542
The Carriage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £367
Bee Keepers Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £737
Little Barn
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £537
Common questions about Ripley
Where can I stay in Ripley?
We list 3 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Ripley.
What is there to do in Ripley?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Ripley.
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