Welcome to Upper Dunsforth

Upper Dunsforth 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 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village was once a thriving agricultural community and was home to several farms and mills. Today, the village is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and explore the local area.

One of the main attractions in Upper Dunsforth is the St. Mary's 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. The village also has a pub, The Dawnay Arms, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves a range of traditional pub food and local ales, and is a great place to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the local area.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Great Ouseburn Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Nick Oswald
Main Street
Great Ouseburn
York
North Yorkshire
YO26 9RG
01423330296
School Website
Marton-Cum-Grafton Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Marie-Louise Thirlaway
Reas Lane
Boroughbridge
York
North Yorkshire
YO51 9QB
1423322355
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
Boroughbridge High School
Community School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Kathryn Stephenson
Wetherby Road
Boroughbridge
York
North Yorkshire
YO51 9JX
01423323540
School Website
Outwood Primary Academy Alne
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Michelle Dawson
Main Street
Alne
York
North Yorkshire
YO61 1RT
1347838427
School Website
Boroughbridge Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Emma Ryan
York Road
Boroughbridge
York
North Yorkshire
YO51 9EB
01423322208
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
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
St Peters Brafferton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Anderson
Brafferton
Helperby
York
North Yorkshire
YO61 2PA
01423360250
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cattal
Station Road, Cattal, North Yorkshire, YO26 8DT
4.52 Miles
Knaresborough
Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA
6.98 Miles
Starbeck
High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA
8.47 Miles
Poppleton
Station Road, Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, YO26 6PZ
9.41 Miles
Harrogate
Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE
9.93 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
A B Cars
01423 322251
34 Harness Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9PF
3.32 Miles
4 Wheels Carriage Company
01423 325000
Unit 3/Poplars Ind Est/Wetherby Rd, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9HS
3.55 Miles
Boroughbridge Taxis
07932 030605
23 Market Hill, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9JU
3.93 Miles
Easingwold Taxis
01423 360101
3 Dunroyal Close, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 2NH
4.18 Miles
Old Granary Private Hire
01423 361976
Old Granary House, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 8EZ
5.43 Miles
Knaresborough Private Hire
01423 550027
19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE
6.43 Miles
Tarnys Cars
07751 719444
19 Dentdale Dr, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0BE
6.43 Miles
Home James Executive Travel
01423 359000
Unit 25 Centre Park, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 7QF
6.70 Miles
Mj Cars
01423 861039
28 High Street, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0EQ
6.88 Miles
Knaresborough Cars
01423 863020
31-33 Market Place, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8AG
6.93 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Dunsforth
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Branton Green
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Great Ouseburn Post Office
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Special Mailbox:
Low Dunsforth
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Aldwark
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Ouseburn East
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Ouseburn
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Marton Cum Grafton Post Office
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Grafton Village
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Myton On Swale
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Thorpe Underwood
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Flawith
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Youlton
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Tholthorpe Village
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Aldborough Village
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Linton-On-Ouse Medical Centre
Linton-On-Ouse Medical Centre
Linton On Ouse
York
North Yorkshire
YO30 2AJ
Church Lane Surgery
01423 322309
The Health Centre
Church Lane
Boroughbridge
York
YO51 9BD
Springbank Surgery
01423 330030
Springbank Surgery
York Rd, Green Hammerton
York
North Yorkshire
YO26 8BN
Tollerton Surgery
01347 838231
10 Pond View
Tollerton
York
YO61 1AG
Helperby
Main Street
Helperby
North Yorkshire
YO61 2NS
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Local Stores

Petrol Skipbridge
York Road
Green Hammerton
York
North Yorkshire
YO26 8EQ
01423 330383
Store Website
4.89 miles
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SPAR Boroughbridge
37
High Street
Boroughbridge
YO51 9AW
01423 322352
Store Website
3.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Galtres Veterinary Surgery
Applegarth
Flawith
York
North Yorkshire
YO61 1SF
01347 838888
reception@galtresvets.co.uk
Website
2.83 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
3.62 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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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
3.63 miles
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Mobile services only

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Equines

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Boroughbridge Vets
Leeming Lane
Langthorpe
Boroughbridge
York
North Yorkshire
YO51 9DE
01423 900449
info@boroughbridgevets.com
Website
4.23 miles
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Bishopton Veterinary Group Llp
Toft Lodge
Raskelf Road
Easingwold
York
North Yorkshire
YO61 3LA
01347 821377
easingwold@bishoptonvets.co.uk
Website
6.28 miles
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Howells Veterinary Services Ltd
Roxby Business Park
York Road
Easingwold
York
Yorkshire
YO61 3EF
01347 823678
office@howellsvets.co.uk
Website
6.52 miles
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Birds

Camelids

Cats

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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
5.47 miles

Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.
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
7.19 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
7.67 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.
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
9.66 miles

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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
10.05 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
10.93 miles

Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village
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