Visiting Boroughbridge
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Where is Boroughbridge?
Boroughbridge is just 6 miles from Ripon in the Vale of York and just next to the River Ure. The town is very centrally located not only in North Yorkshire, but also lies halfway between London and Edinburgh on the A1M motorway.
What to expect
Boroughbridge is a cosy and welcoming town, with one main shopping street and an open special feeling.
The shops are mostly locally run and independent with real character and dedication to their field. The River Ure passes the north of the town offering idyllic walks, and the town’s history in hospitality as a stopping off point on the Great North Road is evident from the number of pubs and café’s offering delicious and freshly prepared food.
Where can I get tourist information in Boroughbridge?
Tourist information is available in Boroughbridge at the Town Council building Monday to Friday. As well as a comprehensive stock of literature covering the surrounding area, local staff will be able to offer recommendations as to what you might enjoy locally.
Getting to Boroughbridge
By train
Knaresborough and York train stations have good connectivity from the national rail network and you can find bus services to Boroughbridge a short walk from each of those railway stations.
By bus
Boroughbridge can be reached by bus from Knaresborough on the 21, Ripon and York and several services a day in each location.
By car
The A1 passes nearby to the town, with junction 48 on the southern edge of the town offering easy access.
Parking
Parking is available in Boroughbridge close to the town centre in the town’s main car park.
Parking in Boroughbridge
Boroughbridge Town Car Park
Enjoy Boroughbridge’s distinctive shopping streets, welcoming pubs and… Enjoy Boroughbridge’s distinctive shopping streets, welcoming pubs and eateries or set out on a long reaching walks with convenient parking options…
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