Spend time in Ripon goal, a Victorian prison with cells now converted to displays of crime and punishment, imprisonment and law enforcement over recent centuries. Ripon Workhouse is the city's newest museum, with restored vagrants' wards from 1877 showing the treatment of paupers in Yorkshire workhouses and includes a Victorian Hard Times Gallery. Knaresborough's royal castle stands towering over the River Nidd, a symbol of the wealth and authority of Medieval Kings. Situated 100 yards from the entrance to the Valley Gardens and Royal Pump Room Museum, the Mercer Art Gallery is home to the District's superb collection of Fine Art. Housed in Harrogate's premiere Spa building and site of Europe's strongest Sulphur Well, The Royal Pump Room Museum tells the story of Harrogate as a Spa.
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Distances by road will be longer. Aldwark Manor Hotel is set in 100 acres of picturesque parkland, surrounded by its own 18 hole golf course. Sample excellent cuisine prepared by the award winning chef in the restaurant or brasserie. This family owned and managed 18th century coaching inn is set on the picturesque cobbled market square of Easingwold. Relax and enjoy the real ales and fine food served in the hotel s restaurant and bar.