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Mother's Day market to be held at Ripley Castle

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 07:06

Real Markets is back in the grounds of Ripley Castle this Sunday.

Real Markets' monthly market is back at Ripley Castle this Mothering Sunday (30th March).

This month's market is packed full of local and speciality producers, bakers and makers, and is free to attend.

Positioned at the heart of the estate in Ripley Castle Courtyard, the market also offers visitors free access to the grounds and gardens.

Over 40 talented traders will be filling the Castle Courtyard offering Yorkshire produce and local talent, from artists and jewellers to skincare, and goodies for the home and garden.

There will also be cheeses, sweet and savoury bakers, fresh mayonnaise, jams, chutneys, chocolates, biltong, charcuterie, cakes, tarts, fudges, and more.

Each market supports a local community initiative or charity – and March’s charity guests are Harrogate Cat Rescue.

There is also musical entertainment from highly talented foot-tapping Yorkshire-based duo The Folkstrings.

Sara Ingilby, owner of the Ripley Castle estate, said:

“These markets really bring Ripley to life and it’s wonderful to see the historic courtyard full of artisans and talented producers.

“As always, on these market days the Castle’s Gardens and Grounds will be free to enter, and don’t forget that dogs are welcome too.”

Lucy Allen from Real Markets said:

“We’re looking forward to offering a wonderful family day out this Sunday.

“What better way to treat your mum like royalty than a visit to Ripley Castle.”

The team at Real Markets run monthly and special event markets in various locations in Yorkshire including Ilkley, Saltaire, Grassington, Harrogate and Otley.

As well as supporting local and speciality producers, they also give regularly to support community initiatives in market areas (most recently Ripley Endowed CofE Primary School, Otley Common, Friends of Roberts Park Saltaire, Ilkley Carnival, Clarke Foley Centre Ilkley.

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