Welcome to Moor Monkton

Moor Monkton 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 rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks in the area. The village is home to a small but vibrant community, and there are many local events and activities that take place throughout the year.

One of the most notable landmarks in Moor Monkton is the All Saints Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the area. Another popular attraction in the village is the Moor Monkton Fisheries. The fisheries are located on the River Nidd and offer visitors the opportunity to fish for a variety of species including trout, grayling, and salmon.

Moor Monkton is also home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a small shop and post office, as well as a pub and a village hall. The village hall is used for a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and community meetings. Overall, Moor Monkton is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of North Yorkshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
Nun Monkton Primary Foundation School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Simpson	The Green Nun Monkton York North Yorkshire YO26 8ER 01423330313 School Website
Linton On Ouse Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Davinia Pearson	Linton Woods Lane Linton-On-Ouse York North Yorkshire YO30 2BD 01347848234 School Website
Kirk Hammerton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Elisabeth Mellor	St John's Grove Kirk Hammerton York North Yorkshire YO26 8DE 01423330460 School Website
Forest Of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Hannah Holmes	Station Lane Shipton-By-Beningbrough York North Yorkshire YO30 1AG 1904470272 School Website
Green Hammerton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Mike Smith	York Road Green Hammerton York North Yorkshire YO26 8BN 01423330314 School Website
The Faculty Of Queen Ethelburga's Other Independent School Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Miss Lauren Blakeley	Undercroft Administration Centre Thorpe Underwood Estate Thorpe Underwood York North Yorkshire YO26 9SS 1423333300 School Website
Queen Ethelburga's College Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Machin	Thorpe Underwood Hall Thorpe Underwood Estate Thorpe Underwood York North Yorkshire YO26 9SS 1423333300 School Website
Poppleton Ousebank Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Estelle O'hara	Main Street Upper Poppleton York North Yorkshire YO26 6JT 01904795930 School Website
Rufforth Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Jill Richards	Wetherby Road Rufforth York North Yorkshire YO23 3QF 1904806222 School Website
Long Marston Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Elisabeth Mellor	Angram Road Long Marston York North Yorkshire YO26 7LR 01904738352 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cattal Station Road, Cattal, North Yorkshire, YO26 8DT 3.64 Miles

Poppleton Station Road, Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, YO26 6PZ 3.89 Miles

York Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB 6.37 Miles

Knaresborough Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA 9.91 Miles

Ulleskelf New Road, Ulleskelf, North Yorkshire, LS24 9DJ 10.41 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Old Granary Private Hire 01423 361976 Old Granary House, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 8EZ 1.23 Miles
Airport Taxis 01904 471768 1 The Vale, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1YH 3.78 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 01904 471768 1 The Vale, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1YH 3.78 Miles
1St Choice Chauffeurs 01904 471861 17 Fairfields Drive, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1YP 3.92 Miles
Home James Executive Travel 01423 359000 Unit 25 Centre Park, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 7QF 4.29 Miles
We Valet Cars 01904 341241 265 Beckfield Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 5PG 4.59 Miles
Tonywaytotravel 01904 613890 14 Holyrood Drive, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 5WB 4.64 Miles
Air Exec York 01904 789003 36 Melwood Grove, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 5RF 4.67 Miles
Airexec York 01904 789003 36 Melwood Grove, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 5RF 4.67 Miles
Drapers Travel Experience 01904 672879 1 Manor Pk Rd, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 5UB 4.69 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Moor Monkton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nun Monkton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moor Monkton Cross Roads No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beningborough No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newton On Ouse No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linton Woods No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hessay Village No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linton On Ouse Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Raf Linton On Ouse No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirk Hammerton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brickyard Corner No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Overton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Hammerton Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Shipton By Benningbrough No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorpe Underwood No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Linton-On-Ouse Medical Centre	Linton-On-Ouse Medical Centre Linton On Ouse York North Yorkshire YO30 2AJ
Springbank Surgery 01423 330030	Springbank Surgery York Rd, Green Hammerton York North Yorkshire YO26 8BN
The Old Forge	Poppleton Health Centre The Green Upper Poppleton York North Yorkshire YO26 6EQ
Tockwith Surgery	Tockwith Surgery 21, Marston Road Tockwith York North Yorkshire YO26 7PR
Skelton (Formerly B82003001)	The Surgery Sy Giles Road Skelton York North Yorkshire YO30 1XX

Local Stores

Petrol Skipbridge
York Road
Green Hammerton
York
North Yorkshire
YO26 8EQ
01423 330383
Store Website
1.89 miles

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SPAR Clifton Green
SPAR
122 Clifton
Clifton Green
York
YO30 6BQ
01904 655005
Store Website
5.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Equine Veterinary Clinic
Northfield Lane Upper Poppleton York North Yorkshire YO26 6QF 01904 788840 poppleton@minstervets.co.uk Website 4.08 miles

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S T Stead
2 Plantation Drive Acomb York North Yorkshire YO26 6AG 01904 782033 info@ststead.co.uk Website 4.90 miles
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Vetpartners Limited
Spitfire House Aviator Court York North Yorkshire YO30 4UZ 5.17 miles


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York Clifton Moor Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Clifton Moor Centre 4 Stirling Road York North Yorkshire YO30 4XZ 01904 690202 yorkcliftonmoor@vets4pets.com Website 5.19 miles
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Rspca York, Harrogate And District Branchnorth &Amp; East Yorkshire
The York Rspca Animals Home Landing Lane Clifton York North Yorkshire YO26 4RH 01904 654949 5.39 miles

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Tower Veterinary Group
42 York Road Acomb York North Yorkshire YO24 4LZ 01904 798746 vets@towervets.co.uk Website 5.45 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.25 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

River Foss Huntington
33 Vesper Walk Huntington York YO32 9SZ 6.71 miles

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The Knavesmire (York Racecourse)
This Vast, Open Grass Area Is Open To The Walking Public, Presumably When It's Not Race Day. 48 Knavesmire Cres York Lancashire YO23 1ET 6.82 miles Vast Open Space Around York Race Course, Plenty Of Dog Walkers With Great Open Space Of Off Lead Fun.

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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 8.70 miles

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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 10.25 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 11.17 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.

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