TheOldBridgeInn

Est. 1307, this celebrated Yorkshire pub blends historic charm with local ales, hearty food, and warm hospitality. A community hub for events.

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The person responsible for making them at the inn is Paul. He gets the batter ready and makes sure there are enough to go around. The tins need to be hot, the fat needs to be smoking, and the oven door must not be opened too soon, we've been told off for this.
WHAT ARE THEY?

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1️⃣ Our brand-new website is live https://t.co/e3SkNb5d4l
2️⃣ Alongside our slick new booking system, Foodigram!
Massive thanks to the talented Steven Cahill for building both completely bespoke around our pub (and cheers to his family for letting us hijack him!)

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That hospitality remains in our DNA today. No matter who you are once you cross the threshold, you’re safe, warm, and among friends always, not clicky just comforting!!

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We Were Built to Shelter Strangers
An inn like ours started because travel in medieval Britain was tough, cold, and downright dangerous. Long before motorways and hotels, monasteries and local lords opened alehouses so travellers would have a hot meal and a dry roof.

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For our family, it’s simply home. We’re the fourth generation behind this bar following right in Mum and Dad’s footsteps, with the next generation already helping wipe tables and stock bottles during the school holidays.

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People often ask us what it feels like to run a pub that’s stood here since 1307.
The truth is, these 700-year-old stone walls have seen every kind of weather, every historic shift, and centuries of locals stepping through the door for a warm hearth and a cold drink.

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September means one thing: the hearth is being prepared for the colder evenings ahead. No shortcuts, just dry kindling, rolled paper, and the exact routine passed down through generations. The bars will soon smell like autumn again. Come and see 👀

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That was a very fun weekend, congratulations to all involved in Rushbearing, huge success 👏

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🏰 A HISTORIC DAY AT THE OLD BRIDGE INN! 🌿
After 50 years, the Rushcart is coming to our 14th-century inn for the first time!
Witness the end of its journey and be part of this incredible piece of Yorkshire history. ❤️🍻
Today— don’t miss it!
#Rushcart #Ripponden #meetmeattheinn

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Are you booked in to our next Guinea Pig night? https://t.co/lZwrWw4aqq

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Seems like the nation’s favourite pubs right now aren’t the flashy ones - they’re the proper pubs. The ones with real history, a warm welcome, and character you can’t fake. 👀 we’re the oldest inn in Yorkshire, since 1307 - and we’re sticking to what we know. #meetmeattheinn

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What’s your favourite newspaper or magazine to read when sitting in our inn? What would you rather, look on your phone or phones away and pick up a book or paper or magazine?? Give us your thoughts 👇

[Pork Pie Club @PorkPieClub]

Pork Pie Festival revival brings Ripponden to life and raises £1,500 for charity, Ripponden is the place to go! https://t.co/1F3FtV8Lsv

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We gearing up for the Rushbearing festival, are you?

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We were so shocked at the giantness of our Giant Pork Pie thanks to @bolstermoorfarm #porkpie #porkpieappreciation

Check out theoldbridgeinn1307's video! #TikTok https://t.co/KSZzpDzCjh

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Check out theoldbridgeinn1307's video! #TikTok https://t.co/VI1u3pWgin

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Who’s coming for some award winners tomorrow???

https://t.co/Gs0xmruj34

[Track Dogs @TrackDogsMusic]

🤩 Getting a jump on the Autumn UK Tour 🇬🇧 tickets & info https://t.co/FHzubsISQr
(Some venues still to post 🎟 link)

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We’ve 4 shows left on this current tour but only 1 with tickets available which is at @WychwoodFolk so if a Saturday night of music in the Cotswolds is your thing then come on down!

https://t.co/PbkyFErkWv

Thanks to Michael Lane for this fab photo from last night in Rochester