Whilst collecting information for this website, we asked our Ripley business owners what their favourite things are about living and working in Ripley. So many of them said the community, and we have to agree that the people are what makes Ripley such a special place to live. Read on to see some of the other lovely things that were said about our wonderful village, and please join in the conversation and let us know your favourites over on our Instagram page.
"I love the village atmosphere in Ripley. The people are friendly and have responded well to my business. I have had many returning customers over the years and have formed good friendships through my business." ~ Janice, Mi Piace
"I love the sense of community in our village and its rural location although so close to London." ~ Claire Grimes, Ripley Pre-school
"It's beautiful, we have diverse shops and places to eat and drink, it's close to London and has great transport links. It has a huge sense of community and amazing people." ~ Serina Drake, The Clock House Restaurant
"Great place, great history, great people, love village life!" ~ Vincent Carley, Gecko Greenscapes
"We moved to the village in 2011, just 5 days before our eldest son, Hamish, was born. Ripley has been close to our hearts even prior to that as we had our wedding reception at The Talbot and Simon's family are close by in Pyrford. We have since welcomed all three of our boys home to Ripley and it will always hold a special place in our heart as our family home. We love the village community spirit and the genuine friendships you can find here." ~ Lianne and Simon Sherlock, Distillers Of Surrey
"The architecture. The thriving village community. The variety of the High Street. The Green. The history. The convenience to Guildford, the A3 and the road links to London and the M25. The accessibility to the airports. Close to RHS Wisley. The annual events. The Christmas lights." ~ Sally Rule, Sally Rule Consultancy
"Independent shops,cafes and restaurants. The busy atmosphere of our High Street and the calmness of our wonderful green. And of course the people who make up our great community." ~ Jan Richardson, Richardsons
"Ripley has a community spirit like no other. With lots of events and community led projects for its residents to enjoy. The wide open green spaces. The selection of independently owned and operated businesses." ~ Andy James, Pinnock's Coffee House
"That I can walk out my front door and buy most things I need, go for a 3-mile walk in beautiful countryside, have a wonderful meal and run into friendly people on the street who also care about the village. All without getting in a car!" ~ Mindi McLean, Broadway Barn B&B and Self Catering
"There is never a dull moment in Ripley! So many interesting people and businesses. I love its blend of quiet green spaces, and its buzzy High Street." ~ Deborah Holden, Nest Home & Cafe
"Ripley is such a nice place to be, the vibe, the location (especially good as I'm a cyclist) the community, and great hospitality history in the village as a whole." ~ Mike Wall-Palmer, The Anchor
"Everyone knows each other and can rely on one another for anything" ~ Shaz Rahman, Ripley Curry Garden
"The history! That and the beauty of the village and our wonderful local customers, it wouldn't be the same without our local clients, buyers and sellers." ~ Andrew Ewbank, Ewbank's
"Ripley is a hidden gem, it's full of extremely talented people that have worked out you don't need to be in London to be top of your game. I love all the businesses and the friends and connections I have made over the years. Ripley has been most auspicious for us. I love our 400 year old building that we are in too." ~ Jo Love, Love Interiors
"It has always been our favourite village, with a friendly charm and wonderful atmosphere." ~ Ralph and Tracey Carter, Eden Greens Urban Farm
"The community, the history, the location" ~ Francesco Bartolomei, The Talbot Inn
"I actually live in Old Woking, however, my kids have played for Ripley Cricket Club for 7 years and I have been part of their organising committee for that time and I love the place." ~ Simon Greenhill, Greenhill Entertainment
