Cafés · Ripley
A proper old-school café where breakfast and a hot drink still come in under a tenner, which matters when you're feeding a family before a day out. Everything's homemade and comes out hot and quickly — worth knowing when a toddler has decided they're hungry now. The bacon and mushroom cob gets singled out again and again, and the Sunday roast has people planning return trips from as far as Manchester. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and enough room to get a buggy in, and the team are warm with families rather than merely tolerant. It's simple rather than smart — plain tables, no frills — so don't come expecting a design statement. One visitor sums it up as "not a posh place, simple but good value". Takeaway is an option if sitting in feels like too much.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A relaxed Ripley family pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, and vegan options, serving classic dishes and international favourites.
A warm family-friendly Ripley restaurant with outdoor seating, a perfect 5.0 rating, and mid-range prices that suit a day out.
Homely village pub near Ripley with praised pizzas, a big car park opposite, kids' menu and high chairs — book early for Sunday carvery.