The George Country Inn
Main Street, Ripon · Hotel
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A small, traditional inn on Ripon's Main Street with just five rooms, a bar and restaurant, close to the cathedral and Fountains Abbey.
What's nearby
- Newlay Concrete next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About The George Country Inn
A traditional stone-built inn rather than a large hotel, The George Country Inn on Main Street in Ripon keeps things modest with just five rooms, giving it the feel of a proper country pub with beds upstairs rather than a chain establishment. It sits within North Yorkshire's cathedral city, making it a compact base for exploring the area on foot.
Guests get a bar and restaurant on site, along with breakfast included, free WiFi and free on-site parking, so there's no need to hunt for a space in town. The inn also welcomes pets and can host weddings, adding a bit of flexibility beyond the standard overnight stay.
Ripon Cathedral and Fountains Abbey are both within easy reach, making this a sensible spot for anyone visiting either landmark without wanting to stay in a bigger town. With only five rooms, it suits couples or small groups looking for straightforward, traditional lodging rather than extensive facilities.
Reception hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 3:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 8:00 PM
People say this inn offers delicious, freshly made dishes, including steak and ale pie and fish and chips, with generous portions. They also highlight the warm, friendly, and buzzing atmosphere, along with the attentive and welcoming staff. Guests mention the spotless, comfortable rooms with modern decor and good power showers.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Main Street, Ripon
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Ripon