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The Old Deanery

Minster Road, Ripon HG4 1QS, England
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Ranked #2 of 5 hotels in Ripon
4.5 of 5 stars 172 Reviews
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Huntly
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38 reviews 38 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Should be a sure fire cert with all Ripon racegoers and all alike”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

We stayed one night here in early April - thanks to tripadvisor !! Amazing place Quirky VERY OLD had been bought about 10 years ago and has been " restored ", converted to a hotel by a far sighted business woman . Our room was awesome ! four poster , floor with severe slope from the undoubted subsidence separate large... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Quirky and very old and that's just me! You really appreciated everything we have to offer and I thank you for your great review. We should love to welcome you again, obviously! More

Leeds, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
84 reviews 84 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
“Fantastic Wedding Weekend”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Having just stayed here on the weekend of 13/14th April for a wedding celebration, I can only say that everything was brilliant. The Hotel and wedding ambience is all that you would expect, the wedding meal was excellent, well prepared and presented and very filling, as was the evening buffet provided later in the evening. The service provided by all... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Thanks so much for your excellent review and we are glad you had a good time. Each wedding is different, so many new ideas, but there is that one constant - we all work our socks off every time!! You must come again and stay on the first floor! More

Sutton in Craven
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“Wedding at The Old Deanery”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We had our wedding at The Old Deanery on the 6th of April and we had a fantastic, amazing day. Linda, Emma and the team were excellent from the day we first visited the venue to look around and helped us plan the most special day of our lives so far. The building, the rooms, the food, the wine, the... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Its taken me so long to respond I am sorry. But we were all so delighted with your thanks and so glad that you enjoyed it. We are looking forward to the photographs taken from all angles that must have intrigued so many visitors to Ripon that day!! See you again, we hope. More

Bingley, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Wedding!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

My wife and I have just had our wedding at the Old Deanery and it was PERFECT! None of our guests actually knew where we were getting married (it was a magical mystery tour) and when the bus pulled up outside the Old Deanery they couldn't have wished for a prettier and more special place. The Deanery was the perfect... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

We have just received your thank you card and its delightful-thanks so much- but it was a pleasure from start to finish. very may years of happy married life together and keep those surprises coming! More

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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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“Warm and friendly welcome in great surroundings”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Having read previous reviews of the Old Deanery we had high expectations and were not disappointed. The welcome was very warm and staff could not do enough to make us feel welcome and make sure we were happy. The room was full of character, nicely appointed and very spacious. The bar area was warm and cosy. Unfortunately due to the... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Well, the best time to cosy up to the fire is when the weather is awful outside, so we have had a lot of that recently! It sounds as though we came up with the perfect night cap! Thank you. More

Wakefield, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Charming hotel full of character, sophisticated and friendly”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

We stayed here to see whether or not it would be suitable for our civil partnership venue. We were looking for a small top quality, but not pretentious hotel, with excellent food, wine and friendly service. We were not disappointed at all and have now booked this for our partnership. We stayed in room 4 which is very spacious with... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

I think you have understood what we are all about - perfectly! Thanks for the compliment you have paid us by booking your partnership celebration with us...I couldn't ask for more than an even bigger return booking!! See you soon for the big day.. More

Leeds, United Kingdom
1 review
“Wedding 23rd Feb - Perfect!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

After doing lots of hunting around for our wedding venue we chose The Old Deanery for our wedding because it is a beautiful and quirky building, and small enough to offer full exlusive use. We were given a full guided tour by Linda the owner and it quickly became apparent that this place really does aim to look after their... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

I have already thanked you for your lovely photos that show the exact atmosphere of our hotel with you and your guests having such a great time....it was probably enhanced by the winter conditions, you know. We wish you all the very best in the future and hope to see you soon. More

Sunderland, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“An Excellent Get-Away”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Just returned from an excellent 3 night stay at this Hotel. In common with many other reviewers we were bowled over by the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Our room was large, warm and comfortable, complete with 4 poster bed.The food was excellent, and the bar area, with its open fire, was a delightful place to relax after a... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

I love the title of your review and hope to use it myself in publicity!! We are uniquely sited and there is a wealth of things to enjoy hereabouts..I am very pleased that we continue to care and that you had such a good 3 days. We are excellent for a return getaway too! More

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“A perfect day!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013 via mobile

We stayed at The Old Deanery last weekend, for two nights, attending a wedding in the hotel on the Saturday. From the moment we arrived, until our departure on the Sunday morning the staff couldn't do enough for us. This, together with the high standard of the food and accommodation made for a perfect wedding. Thank you to all the... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
13 May 2013

I wish we were perfect but not quite yet! Its taken me far to long to thank you but I am very glad you enjoyed a warm family time here and hope to see you again.... More

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15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Much more than "old Gas and Gaiters!"”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

I'm showing my Ge when I refer to the old BBC comedy programme about a dean and his clergy all living together in the Deanery. We attended a wedding here and stayed overnight. What a pleasure! The food was very very good. The room was a delight. We were on the top floor and once you recovered with the oxygen... More

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LindaRipon, Owner at The Old Deanery, responded to this review
28 April 2013

This is a lovely review and I remember the programme whilst still being able to do the stairs without the "gas" mask! it wouldn't be the same with a lift and corporate branding would it? I am really glad you enjoyed everything about your stay and that another wedding was a success.. More

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Address: Minster Road, Ripon HG4 1QS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Yorkshire > North Yorkshire > Ripon
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Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
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Ranked #2 of 5 hotels in Ripon
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Old Deanery is a laid back and lovely old building, dating from 1625, full of character, located right next to the Cathedral. Inside it is stylish and comfortable. A warm welcome, relaxed surroundings and very good food is what you can expect to find in this small hotel run by the owner, Linda, and her superb team of the finest home grown Yorkshire staff! ... more   less 

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