Your November highlights
THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER
A Concert of Remembrance
Ripon Cathedral
An atmospheric indoor evening for music and history lovers, in a spectacular historic setting. Check the cathedral’s event listing for the performance time and ticket details.
FRIDAY 6 OR 13 NOVEMBER
Make your own Christmas wreath
Café in the Park, Spa Gardens
A hands-on festive workshop with Holly, perfect for a creative evening or afternoon. The advertised sessions are 6 November, 6–8pm, and 13 November, 3:30–5:30pm.
SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER
Christmas lights and live music – Ripon Market Square
The city’s Christmas lights switch-on is listed for 1–6pm, with live music from 3–6pm and the lights switched on at 5pm. Enjoy the music, browse the town and grab a warming drink.
Free · One of the best-value events of the month.
FRIDAY 20 NOVEMBER
Christmas fair and food discoveries – Ripon Cathedral Christmas Food & Gift Fair
Explore more than 100 stalls featuring gifts, food and drink inside the cathedral. Pair it with brunch or lunch and make an unhurried day of it.
9:30am–4:30pm · £5 adult entry; under-16s free.
FRIDAY 20 – SUNDAY 22 NOVEMBER
Artisan Christmas market – Ripon Market Square
Shop for handmade gifts, meet local makers and enjoy the entertainment. Friday and Saturday are listed as 10am–7pm, and Sunday as 10am–4pm.
Free entry · Combine with the cathedral fair on Friday for a full festive day.
SATURDAY 28 NOVEMBER ONWARDS
Christmas at Fountains Abbey – History, winter walks and festive atmosphere
Explore the medieval ruins, winter landscape and the seasonal Bah, Humbug! experience inspired by A Christmas Carol. The Christmas programme is listed to start on 28 November.
Paid attraction; National Trust members can enter free. Listed winter opening: 10am–5pm, last admission 3pm. Check the specific day’s access and book ahead.
