Welcome to Thornborough

Thornborough is a small village located in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Ure and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic sites, including the Thornborough Henges, which are a group of three Neolithic henges that date back to around 3500 BC. The henges are some of the most important prehistoric sites in Britain and are a popular tourist attraction.

Thornborough is also home to a number of other historic sites, including the remains of a Roman fort and a medieval castle. The village has a rich history and is a great place to explore for anyone interested in archaeology or history. The village is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the beautiful surroundings.

Thornborough is a peaceful and picturesque village that is perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside and is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride. Whether you are interested in history, archaeology, or just want to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery, Thornborough is a great place to visit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 8.7°C

Feels Like: 6.3°C

Wind: 9.2 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School West Tanfield Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Sarah Taylor	Mowbray Terrace West Tanfield Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 5JN 01677470329 School Website
North Stainley Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Louise Wallen	North Stainley Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3HT 01765635276 School Website
Snape Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Wood	Ings Lane Snape Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2TF 01677470380 School Website
Burneston Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Suzanne Smart	Burneston Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2HX 01677423183 School Website
Pickhill Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs M White	The Green Pickhill Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 4JL 01845567339 School Website
Cambian Spring Hill Other Independent Special School Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Campbell	Palace Road Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3HN 1765603320 School Website
Masham Church Of England Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Lawson-Ross	1 Millgate Market Place Masham Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 4EG 01765689200 School Website
Grewelthorpe Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pamela Acheson	Cross Hills Grewelthorpe Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3BH 1765658287 School Website
Bedale High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Tom Kelly	Fitzalan Road Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2EQ 01677422419 School Website
Kirkby Malzeard Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Taylor	Kirkby Malzeard Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3RT 01765658329 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Thirsk Station Road, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4LS 7.24 Miles

Northallerton Boroughbridge Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8AN 9.23 Miles

Knaresborough Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA 14.57 Miles

Starbeck High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA 15.07 Miles

Harrogate Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE 15.38 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ladybird Private Hire 01765 688688 11 Swinton Terrace, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4HS 4.56 Miles
Dawsons Taxi 07971 023724 Darnborough Gate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2TF 5.09 Miles
Bills Taxis 01765 600709 9 Lark Hill Crescent, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2HN 5.10 Miles
P And P Cars 01765 608532 34 North Rd, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1JR 5.16 Miles
Proctors Taxis 01677 422932 3 Glebe Cl, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2EB 5.16 Miles
Arrow Taxis 01765 608080 Unit B Ash Grove Industrial Estate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2DJ 5.23 Miles
Shaun's Minibuses 01765 608090 Unit B/Ash Grove Ind Est, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2DJ 5.23 Miles
Havacab 01765 646950 2 Doublegates Av, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2TP 5.28 Miles
North Yorkshire Taxi Co Ltd 01609 772295 8A Market Pl, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1EQ 5.38 Miles
Coopers Cabs 01677 424252 8A Market Place, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1EQ 5.38 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Thornborough - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nosterfield - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton Howgrave - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirklington - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Tanfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:13:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
West Tanfield Old Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Stainley Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Well - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wath Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Mickley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aldburgh No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sinderby No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ainderby Quernhow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Masham Branch Surgery	Market Street Masham Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 4DZ
Glebe House Surgery 01677 422616	Glebe House Surgery 19 Firby Road Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2AT
Gp Extended Access - Ripon 01765 690666	North House Surgery North Street Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 1HL
Ripon And Masham Hub 01765 690666	North House Surgery North St Ripon HG4 1HL
North House Surgery 01765 690666	North House Surgery North House, North Street Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 1HL

Local Stores

Masham
7 Leyburn Road
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4ER
01765 689087
Store Website
4.57 miles

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SPAR Ripon
BP Service Station
Broadway
Ripon
HG4 1HJ
01765 609572
Store Website
5.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sandhill Veterinary Services Ltd
Bbp House, 14 Keld Close Barker Business Park Melmerby Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 5NB 01845 578710 vets@sandhillvet.co.uk Website 3.90 miles
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Yoredale Vets
High Burton Masham Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 4BS 01765 689422 enquiries@yoredalevets.co.uk Website 4.67 miles
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Sunley Raynes
Galphay Lane Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3AJ 01765 645893 office@raftsolutions.co.uk Website 5.40 miles


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Sunley Raynes Farm
Galphay Lane Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3AJ 01765 602396 equine@bishoptonequinevets.co.uk Website 5.40 miles

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Forrest House Veterinary Group
Forest House Veterinary Group 13 North End Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 1AF 01677 422124 gemma.gouder@forresthouse@veterinary.co.uk Website 5.53 miles
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Bishopton Veterinary Group Llp
Mill Farm Studley Road Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 2QR 01765 602396 admin@bishoptonvets.co.uk Website 5.67 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hackfall Woods
Lovely Walk Through The Woods By A River. A Few Ruins To Explore If You Don't Mind The Hills. Unnamed Road Lancashire 4.36 miles

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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 6.84 miles Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village

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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 12.12 miles This Walk Is Down Hollybank Lane Which Takes You Around The Outside Of The Castle Walls.

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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 13.50 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.

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 14.35 miles Opposite Mother Shiptons Cave

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Cod Beck Osmotherley
Quarry Ln Northallerton Lancashire DL6 3AL 16.16 miles Sheep Wash, Osmotherley Near Northallerton.

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Weather Forecast

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