I’m not a million miles from Ripon! I think you are correct that it is very well placed if you have a car. Fountains abbey etc all nearby. Dales and moors accessible. Shops in Ripon aren’t as interesting as they once were, but there’s always York harrogate ilkley and lovely hebden bridge.
Do have breakfast or lunch at Olivers pantry when you’re in Ripon !
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