Welcome to Ferrensby

Ferrensby is a small village located in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Nidd and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

Ferrensby has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. The village was once a thriving market town and was an important center for trade and commerce. Today, the village is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy the beautiful scenery and explore the local history.

One of the main attractions in Ferrensby is the St. John the Baptist Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The village also has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the local atmosphere. Overall, Ferrensby is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty and history of North Yorkshire.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 11.1°C

Feels Like: 8.3°C

Wind: 16.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Staveley Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Elisabeth Mellor	Minskip Lane Staveley Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 9LQ 01423340338 School Website
Meadowside Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Maiden	Halfpenny Lane Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0SL 1423866207 School Website
Scotton Lingerfield Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Calvert	Market Flat Lane Lingerfield Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 9JA 01423862209 School Website
The Forest School Academy Special Converter Ages:2-16 Head Teacher Mrs Shona Crichton	Park Lane Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0DQ 1423864583 School Website
St Marys Primary School Knaresborough A Voluntary Catholic Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Tomlinson	Tentergate Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 9BG 01423864631 School Website
Knaresborough St John's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alex Hope	Stockwell Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0JN 1423863265 School Website
Aspin Park Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sharon Robertson	Wetherby Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8LQ 1423863920 School Website
King Jamess School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Carl A Sugden	King James Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8EB 01423866061 School Website
Goldsborough Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Zoe Ellis	Goldsborough Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8NJ 01423862617 School Website
Roecliffe Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Briggs	Roecliffe Boroughbridge York North Yorkshire YO51 9LY 1423322302 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Knaresborough Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA 2.58 Miles

Starbeck High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA 3.95 Miles

Harrogate Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE 5.28 Miles

Hornbeam Park Hookstone Road, Hornbeam Park, North Yorkshire, HG2 8QT 5.58 Miles

Cattal Station Road, Cattal, North Yorkshire, YO26 8DT 5.82 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Knaresborough Private Hire 01423 550027 19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE 2.32 Miles
Tarnys Cars 07751 719444 19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE 2.32 Miles
Mj Cars 01423 861039 28 High Street, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0EQ 2.56 Miles
Knaresborough Cars 01423 863020 31-33 Market Place, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8AG 2.59 Miles
A B Cars 01423 322251 34 Harness Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9PF 3.47 Miles
4 Wheels Carriage Company 01423 325000 Unit 3/Poplars Ind Est/Wetherby Rd, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9HS 3.64 Miles
Gbs Executive Cars 01423 888000 28 Olive Walk, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4RJ 3.97 Miles
Atlantis Man And Van Hire 01423 881894 Kingsley Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4RG 4.06 Miles
Association Taxis 01423 303030 Ldc Offices Spa House Hookstone Park, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7DB 4.08 Miles
Harrogate Taxi 71 07950 173630 Ldc Offices, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 7DB 4.08 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Stockwell Po Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Copgrove Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Stockwell Road Surgery 01423 867433	The Surgery 21 Stockwell Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0JY
Beech House Surgery 01423 542562	Beech House Surgery 1 Ash Tree Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0UB
Eastgate Medical Group 01423 788300	Eastgate Surgery 31B York Place Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0AD
Eastgate Medical Gp - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Eastgate Surgery Knaresborough HG5 0AD
Church Lane Surgery 01423 322309	The Health Centre Church Lane Boroughbridge York YO51 9BD

Local Stores

Petrol Knaresborough
18 Boroughbridge Road
Knaresborough
North Yorkshire
HG5 0NG
01423 797601
Store Website
2.28 miles

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SPAR Boroughbridge
37
High Street
Boroughbridge
YO51 9AW
01423 322352
Store Website
4.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Forest House Vets Ltd
29 York Place Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 0AD 01423 862 121 office@fhvets.co.uk Website 2.57 miles
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Tower Veterinary Group
61 Wetherby Road Knaresborough North Yorkshire HG5 8LH 01423 866594 admin@towervets.co.uk Website 2.71 miles
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Yorkshire Equine Practice Ltd
Ground Floor Suite S04 Allerton Castle Knaresborough Harrogate North Yorkshire HG5 0SE 01904 737763 yeplyd@yahoo.com Website 3.18 miles
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Rae, Bean &Amp; Partners
Foundry House 8 New Row Boroughbridge York North Yorkshire YO51 9AX 01423 322316 info@raebeanvets.co.uk Website 4.00 miles
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Harrogate Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 1 Hookstone Park Hookstone Chase Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 7DB 01423 886 666 harrogate@vets4pets.com Website 4.05 miles
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Boroughbridge Vets
Leeming Lane Langthorpe Boroughbridge York North Yorkshire YO51 9DE 01423 900449 info@boroughbridgevets.com Website 4.50 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Conyngham Hall Trail
Conygham Hall Trail Is A Real Treat. Riverside Walk Next To River Nidd Then Parts Woodland On Paths Or Off Trail. There Number Pathways. Conyngham Hall Business Centre Bond End Knaresborough Lancashire HG5 9AY 2.64 miles Opposite Mother Shiptons Cave

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Nidd Gorge
Set In A Steep Wooded Valley, Nidd Gorge Has Over 140 Acres Of History. A Great Walk On The Northern Side Of The Woodland, Taking In The Dramatic Scenery Of The Wood And River. HG5 9HE 2.87 miles From The A1, Take Exit 47 Onto The A59 Towards Harrogate And York. Follow The A59 Over One Roundabout And At The Second Roundabout Take The Third Exit To Follow The A59. Continue Into Knaresborough And Onto High Street. From High Street, Take The B6165 Towards Ripley. After Around 1.5 Miles You Will Find The Car Park Just Before Scotton Drive.

Ripley Castle Dog Walk
Hollybank Lane In Ripley Offers A Scenic Walk That Takes You Around The Outside Of The Ripley Castle Walls. Ripley Castle Itself Unfortunately Cannot Allow Dogs Inside The Grounds Due To The Herd Of Deer That Live There, However The Walk Along Hollybank Lane Is A Fantastic Alternative. Oak Cottage Ripley Castle Estate Ripley Harrogate HG3 3AY 5.34 miles This Walk Is Down Hollybank Lane Which Takes You Around The Outside Of The Castle Walls.

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Studley Royal Deer Park
Walk Through Deer Park, Possible Encounters With Deer Of Varying Sizes. Chair Walk Ripon Lancashire HG4 3DY 7.75 miles Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village

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Harland Way
Walk From Wetherby (Free Car Park) To The Medieval Village Of Spofforth And The Castle (Where The Rebel Barons Drew Up The Magna Carta). Pub In Village. Harland Way Trail To Spofforth 5Km Round Trip. Or You Can Walk Towards York.Car Park At The Old Station, Wetherby Ls22 6Sd Free No Toilets Unless Walk Into Wetherby. Linton Road Wetherby Lancashire LS22 6SD 7.92 miles

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Beningbrough Hall
A Fantastic Circular, River Walk With Views Across The Parkland And To The Hall, Taking In The River, Woodlands And The Wider Estate. YO30 1DD 9.35 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

Weather Forecast

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