Welcome to Colton

Colton is a small village located in the district of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles east of Tadcaster and 10 miles south-west of York. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Colton is the St. Paul's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Colton is also home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a small convenience store, a post office, and a pub, which serves traditional British food and drinks. There are also several local farms in the area, which produce fresh produce and dairy products. Colton is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to experience the beauty and charm of rural England.

Overall, Colton is a picturesque village that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you are interested in exploring the local landmarks, sampling the local cuisine, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside, Colton has something to offer everyone. If you are planning a trip to North Yorkshire, be sure to add Colton to your itinerary.

Local Schools

School	Details
Appleton Roebuck Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Martyn Broom	Appleton Roebuck Primary School Main Street Appleton Roebuck York North Yorkshire YO23 7DN 1904501906 School Website
Askham Bryan College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Dr Tim Whitaker	Askham Bryan York North Yorkshire YO23 3FR 1904772277 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Moss	Askham Richard York North Yorkshire YO23 3PD 01904552540 School Website
Copmanthorpe Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Rogers	Yorkfield Lane Low Green Copmanthorpe York North Yorkshire YO23 3SB 01904554535 School Website
Tadcaster Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Caroline Towler	Grange Avenue Tadcaster North Yorkshire LS24 8AN 1937833795 School Website
Woodthorpe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr James Mcgann	Summerfield Road Woodthorpe York North Yorkshire YO24 2RU 1904806464 School Website
York College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Lee Probert	Sim Balk Lane York North Yorkshire YO23 2BB 1904770200
Archbishop Of York's Cofe Voluntary Controlled Junior School, Bishopthorpe Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kerry Davies	Copmanthorpe Lane Bishopthorpe York North Yorkshire YO23 2QT 1904551630 School Website
Bishopthorpe Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Kerry Davies	Sim Balk Lane Bishopthorpe York North Yorkshire YO23 2QQ 1904707506 School Website
Naburn Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Jonathan Green	Naburn York North Yorkshire YO19 4PP 01904551075 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ulleskelf New Road, Ulleskelf, North Yorkshire, LS24 9DJ 3.18 Miles

Church Fenton Station Road, Church Fenton, North Yorkshire, LS24 9RA 5.15 Miles

York Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB 5.55 Miles

Poppleton Station Road, Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, YO26 6PZ 5.56 Miles

Sherburn-In-Elmet Oak Terrace, Sherburn-In-Elmet, North Yorkshire, LS25 6DY 7.21 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cop Cars At A R H 01904 701342 16 Homefield Close, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 3RU 1.72 Miles
Tower Private Hire 01937 530967 13 Auster Bank View, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 8BA 3.00 Miles
A B C Blue Circle Taxis Ltd 01904 638787 Brackenhill, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 3QY 3.10 Miles
A1 Taxis 01904 690690 Brackenhill, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 3QY 3.10 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01904 797777 Brackenhill, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 3QY 3.10 Miles
Calcaria Taxis 01937 835205 9 Bridge Street, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9AW 3.51 Miles
Dougies Executive Chauffeur Hire 01937 834921 20 Westfield Crescent, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9JQ 3.73 Miles
Dougies Door To Door Private Hire 07795 086754 20 Westfield Crescent, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9JQ 3.73 Miles
Ring Road 8 Seater Travel 0845 349 4547 159 Cornlands Rd, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 3ED 3.90 Miles
Calcaria Taxi And Mini Buses 01937 835205 19 West Mount, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9LB 3.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Colton Po Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bilbrough Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Appleton Roebuck Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Askham Richard Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hallcroft Lane Copmanthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Catterton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Copmanthorpe Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Drome Estate Copmanthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bolton Percy Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flaxman Croft Copmanthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lane End Copmanthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Askham Bryan Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oxton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Islington Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Temple Lane Copmanthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Old School Medical Practice 01904 706455	Old School Medical Centre Horseman Ln, Copmanthorpe York YO23 3UA
Front Street Surgery - Copmanthorpe Branch 1904703314	Unit 5 Main Street Copmanthorpe York North Yorkshire YO23 3GG
Ulleskelf	The Methodist Chapel Ulleskelf Tadcaster North Yorkshire LS24 9DJ
Tadcaster Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Crab Garth Tadcaster LS24 8HD
Tadcaster Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Crab Garth Tadcaster LS24 8HD

Local Stores

Copmanthorpe
17 Church Street
Copmanthorpe
York
North Yorkshire
YO23 3SE
01904 706323
Store Website
2.03 miles

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SPAR Escrick
York Road Garage
York Road
Escrick
York
YO19 6EY
01904728470
Store Website
5.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Veterinary Practice
Copmanthorpe York North Yorkshire YO23 3SH 01904 705701 copmanthorpe@minstervets.co.uk Website 1.90 miles
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Calcaria Vet
2 Ingleby Drive Tadcaster Yorkshire LS24 8HW 01937 830832 calcariavet@hotmail.co.uk 3.29 miles

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Calcaria Vet
72-74 Tadcaster Road York North Yorkshire YO24 1LR 01904 706666 4.13 miles

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Green Vets
71 Green Lane Acomb York North Yorkshire YO24 3DJ 01904 393 393 hello@thegreenvets.uk Website 4.51 miles
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Tower Veterinary Group
42 York Road Acomb York North Yorkshire YO24 4LZ 01904 798746 vets@towervets.co.uk Website 4.74 miles
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Minster Equine Veterinary Clinic
Northfield Lane Upper Poppleton York North Yorkshire YO26 6QF 01904 788840 poppleton@minstervets.co.uk Website 5.20 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 4.78 miles Vast Open Space Around York Race Course, Plenty Of Dog Walkers With Great Open Space Of Off Lead Fun.

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Wheldrake Woods
A Very Picturesque Dog Friendly Walk. There Are A Number Of Different Circular Walks, The Main Path Is Wide With A Number Of Side Paths To Venture Off Into The Woods A Little More. There Are Route For Horses So Something To Watch Out For With The Dogs. Parking Is Available In The Woods, Just Follow The Single Road Down - Broad Highway. Wheldrake Wood Lancashire 7.31 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 8.70 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

River Foss Huntington
33 Vesper Walk Huntington York YO32 9SZ 8.75 miles

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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 9.17 miles

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Hagg Wood
A Lovely Wood To Walk Through. Can Be Muddy And Flooded If It Has Rained Recently. Connected To Route 66 Cycle Way That Goes From York City. Hagg Wood Can Be Accessed From Dunnington By Walking Along Intake Lane (Where There Is Some Free Parking) Or From Hagg Lane (Again There’S Free Parking) Hagg Wood Parking Hagg Ln York Lancashire YO19 5PE 9.89 miles

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