Welcome to Ainthorpe

Ainthorpe is a small village located in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. It is situated near the town of Danby and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its stunning views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Ainthorpe is the nearby Danby Beacon, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. The beacon is a popular spot for walkers and hikers, who can enjoy the stunning scenery while exploring the moors. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Hilda's Church, which is a popular destination for visitors interested in the area's rich history.

Despite its small size, Ainthorpe has a strong sense of community, with a number of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Ainthorpe Village Fete, which features a range of stalls and activities for all ages. The village also has a pub, The Fox and Hounds, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a drink or a meal. Overall, Ainthorpe is a charming village that offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Danby Church Of England Voluntary Controlled School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Elisabeth Orland	Ainthorpe Lane Danby Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 2NG 01287660345 School Website
Castleton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Oliver Cooper	38 High Street Castleton Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 2DA 1287660496 School Website
Moorland Waldorf School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Chair Of College Mark Ellison	The Village College Botton Village Danby Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 2NJ 1287661206 School Website
Lealholm Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christina Zanelli	Lealholm Bank Whitby YO21 2AG 1947897401 School Website
Glaisdale Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Oliver Cooper	Glaisdale Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 2PZ 1947897218 School Website
Lingdale Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Sarah Thornton	Davison Street Lingdale Saltburn By The Sea North Yorkshire TS12 3DU 01287651723 School Website
Saint Josephs Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Geaves	Rosecroft Lane Loftus Saltburn By The Sea North Yorkshire TS13 4PZ 01287640613 School Website
Old Farm School Other Independent School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Steve Graham	Old Farm School Stank House Farm Kilton Lane Brotton TS12 2TZ 1287677178 School Website
Lockwood Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lesley Lawson	Boosbeck Saltburn By The Sea North Yorkshire TS12 3BL 01287650238 School Website
Handale Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Padgett	West Park Avenue Loftus Saltburn-By-The-Sea North Yorkshire TS13 4RL 1287640416 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Danby Danby, Danby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2JL 0.21 Miles

Castleton Moor Station Lane, Off Langburn'S Bank, Castleton Moor, North Yorkshire, YO21 2EU 1.40 Miles

Commondale [Unnamed Path Off] Fowl Green Farm, Commondale, North Yorkshire, YO21 2HN 2.91 Miles

Lealholm Lealholm, Lealholm, North Yorkshire, YO21 2AG 3.71 Miles

Glaisdale Glaisdale, Glaisdale, North Yorkshire, YO21 2QL 5.08 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Lingdale Travel 01287 654196 26 Davison Street, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 3DU 5.44 Miles
Classic Carriages 01287 651140 Greencroft, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2DX 6.35 Miles
Loftus Taxis 01287 640989 2 Cliff Crescent, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4RY 6.42 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01287 651063 41 Hollybush, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2LP 7.16 Miles
Kwik Cars Ltd 01287 634488 28 Chaloner Street, Guisborough, North Yorkshire, TS14 6QD 7.47 Miles
Roseberry Cabs 01642 723777 Station Yard, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS9 6HR 8.41 Miles
Saltburn Taxis 01287 623567 1 Windsor Rd, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1AT 8.52 Miles
College Cabs 01287 622800 16 Pearl Street, Saltburn By The Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1DU 8.71 Miles
H B Cabs Of Great Ayton 01642 724587 9 The Hawthorns, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS9 6AX 9.18 Miles
Ayton Taxis 01642 722448 25 Greenacre Close, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS9 6PG 9.47 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ainthorpe D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Danby Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Castleton Village D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Danby Head D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Westerdale Village D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Commondale Village D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leaholm Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Freeborough Road - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Danby Practice 01287 660739	The Danby Practice Briar Hill, Danby Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 2PA
Dr Clements	The Clinic High Street Lingdale Saltburn By Sea Cleveland TS12 3EX
Dr Parkin	The Clinic The High Street Lingdale Saltburn-By-The-Sea Cleveland TS12 3EX
Woodside Surgery 01287 640385	Woodside Surgery 6 High Street,Loftus Saltburn-By-The-Sea Cleveland TS13 4HW
Egton Surgery 01947 895356	Egton Surgery Egton Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1TX

Local Stores

Castleton
8 High Street
Castleton
Whitby
North Yorkshire
YO21 2DA
01287 660257
shop.4761@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.13 miles

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SPAR Brotton
82 High Street
Brotton
Saltburn By The Sea
TS12 2PX
01287678598
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Beck Veterinary Practice
1 Liverton Road Loftus Saltburn-By-The-Sea Cleveland TS13 4PY 01287 640269 6.29 miles

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Wilton House Veterinary Clinic
Wilton Lane Guisborough Cleveland TS14 6JA 01287 637470 Reception@wiltonhousevets.co.uk 7.77 miles

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Clevedale Veterinary Practice
Upleatham Redcar Cleveland TS11 8AG 01287 623 802 clevedale@btconnect.com 8.36 miles
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Saltburn Vets
Windsor Road Saltburn By The Sea Cleveland TS12 1AZ 01287 625050 saltburnvets@gmail.com 8.57 miles

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Marske Vets
103 Redcar Road Marske By Sea Cleveland TS11 6HU 01642 488777 marske@cvsvets.com Website 10.09 miles
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Rspca Great Ayton Animal Centre
Fao Sandra Laker Yarm Lane Great Ayton Middlesbrough Cleveland TS9 6QB 0300 123 0743 10.36 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Staithes And Port Mulgrave
A Walk Through Fields, Lanes And Along The Cliffs. Starting At The Old Fishing Village Of Staithes, You Will Follow The Cleveland Way National Trail For Part Of The Walk, Along To Port Mulgrave And The Coastal Views This Brings. TS13 5AD 7.96 miles Staithes Is Located Off The A174 Main Road, Between Whitby And Loftus.

Runswick Bay
A Pleasant Two-Mile Linear Walk Along The Runswick Bay Clifftop To Enjoy Wide Views Over Runswick Bay And Port Mulgrave. It's An Easy Access Walk That Doesn't Descend To The Village Of Runswick Bay Itself, But Instead Follows The Cleveland Way National Trail As It Heads North Towards Staithes. TS13 5JF 8.08 miles From The A171, Join The B1266 Then The A174 Toward Runswick Bay.

Falling Foss Sneaton Forest
Sneaton Forest And Falling Foss Area Is A Wonderful Walk, With The Falls And River Nearby. Great Entry Into Water Under Bridge For Dogs &Amp; Children To Go Off An Adventure. Foss Ln 11.75 miles

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Newtondale
Situated In The North Yorkshire Moors, This 6-Mile Circular Route Is A Forest Trail And With Woodland Scenery. Quiet Lanes, Forest Tracks And Paths Are All Things You Will Find On This Dog Walk Route. YO18 7NN 12.72 miles From Pickering, On The A170, Follow The A169 Road Heading North. Reach Lockton, Then Take Mill Bank Road, Braygate Lane, And Braygate Balk To Reach Levisham Station Car Park.

Stewart’S Park
Ladgate Ln 12.98 miles On The Corner Of Ladgate Lane, And Marton Road

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Robin Hoods Bay
A Four-Mile Circular Walking Route Around Robin Hood's Bay. Robin Hood's Bay Is A Small Fishing Village And A Bay Located In The North York Moors National Park, 6 Miles South Of Whitby And 15 Miles North Of Scarborough On The Coast Of North Yorkshire. YO22 4RE 15.38 miles Once On The A171 Follow Signs For Whitby Then Robin Hood's Bay Is Signposted.

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