Showcasing Ripon: National Travel Journalist Returns to Explore Our City

We were delighted to welcome Helen Pickles, freelance travel journalist, back to Ripon this week as she continues to explore what makes our city such a distinctive and memorable visitor destination.

We’re excited to see Ripon featured in The i Paper and look forward to continuing our work with partners across the city to put Ripon firmly on the map.

This is a return visit following her wonderful feature in The Telegraph — a piece that was also picked up by the Express — which shone a national spotlight on Ripon and can be read here: https://tinyurl.com/39a62f5y

Her latest trip was hosted by Ripon BID, part of our ongoing commitment to champion Ripon on a national stage. Building strong relationships with journalists and media outlets is essential to raising the city’s profile, attracting new visitors, and supporting the businesses that make Ripon thrive. National coverage like Helen’s helps share Ripon’s story far beyond Yorkshire and reinforces the city’s growing reputation as a must‑visit destination.

A huge thank you to Valentino’s for providing a fantastic complimentary meal and showcasing Ripon’s vibrant food scene, and to The Ripon Inn for offering Helen a complimentary stay and demonstrating the warm welcome our city is known for.

Photo: Helen Pickes (l), Lilla Bathurst, Ripon BID manager (r)