The Cairn Hotel
Introduction
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The Cairn Hotel
Image: © Gordon Hatton Taken: 9 Jan 2008
The Cairn was built in 1890 on a site fronting Ripon Road. At one time it offered hydropathic treatment for the spa visitors and was known as the Cairn Hydro. In 1955 one could stay for bed and breakfast for a modest 21 shillings [£1.05] - considerably cheaper than the nearby Majestic.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.997292
Longitude
-1.547218