Welcome to Hartforth

Hartforth is a small village located in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Swale and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church and the Hartforth Hall, which dates back to the 17th century.

The village is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and explore the local area. There are many walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside, including the Swale Way, which runs through the village. The village is also home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall, which hosts a range of community events throughout the year.

Hartforth is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural life in North Yorkshire. With its historic buildings, beautiful countryside, and friendly community, it is a great place to visit for a relaxing break or a day trip. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or simply enjoying the great outdoors, Hartforth has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Ravensworth Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirstie Petch	Ravensworth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 7ET 1325718375 School Website
Melsonby Methodist Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Mottram	West Road Melsonby Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 5ND 01325718318 School Website
Trinity Academy Richmond Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Robson	Frances Road Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 4NF 1748822104 School Website
Richmond Methodist Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Sharon Stevenson	Darlington Road Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 7BH 01748822794 School Website
St Francis Xavier School - A Joint Catholic And Church Of England Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Headteacher S Keelan-Beardsley	Darlington Road Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 7DA 1748823414 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - A Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss F Mackle	Cross Lanes Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 7DZ 1748822365 School Website
Richmond School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Jenna Potter	Darlington Road Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 7BQ 1748850111 School Website
Trinity Academy Middleton Tyas Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Mclean	Kneeton Lane Middleton Tyas Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 6SF 1325377285 School Website
Trinity Academy Eppleby Forcett Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Mclean	Eppleby Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 7AY 1325718298 School Website
Barton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirstie Petch	Silver Street Barton Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 6LJ 1325377246 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Darlington Bank Top, Darlington, Durham, DL1 4AA 9.47 Miles

North Road Station Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6ST 9.74 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 12.14 Miles

Dinsdale Middleton Lane, Middleton St George, Durham, DL2 1AA 12.15 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 12.90 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Amalgamated Taxis 01748 825112 Unit 16/Greenbelt Holdings/Borough Rd, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 4SX 3.03 Miles
Taxis In Darlington 01325 582002 Merrybent Drive, Darlington, Durham, DL2 2JZ 7.29 Miles
Garrison Cars 01748 836666 S View, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 7QH 7.39 Miles
Deans Vip Cars 01325 353855 2 Bushel Hill Ct, Darlington, Durham, DL3 9QF 8.38 Miles
A C Taxis 01833 660304 Beckside, Darlington, Durham, DL2 3PQ 9.01 Miles
Royal Cars 01642 666666 1 Woodland Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 7BJ 9.13 Miles
Q7 Cars 01325 460088 Car Centre, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6LP 9.23 Miles
Paul's Taxis 07828 285656 Reid Street, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6EX 9.32 Miles
A B C Radio Taxis 01325 466664 127 Victoria Road, Darlington, Durham, DL1 5JJ 9.37 Miles
United Taxis 01325 381999 35 Gladstone Street, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6JU 9.45 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Whashton - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirby Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ravensworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gilling West - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aske Hall Stables No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Layton - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gayles - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Layton - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aske Estate - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melsonby No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gallowfields Richmond Dl10 Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gallowfields Business Box Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Cutpurse Lane - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beechfield Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dalton - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Quakers Lane Surgery 01748 850440	Quakers Lane Surgery Quakers Lane Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 4BB
The Friary Surgery 01748 822306	The Friary Surgery Queens Road Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 4UJ
Doctors Lane Surgery 01325 374332	Doctors Lane Surgery Aldbrough St John Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 7TH
Harewood Medical Practice 01748 876090	The Harewood Med Practice 42 Richmond Road Catterick Garrison North Yorkshire DL9 3JD
Rru Catterick	Rru Catterick Catterick Leisure Centre Gough Road Catterick Garrison North Yorkshire DL9 3EL

Local Stores

Richmond - Market Place
6 Market Place
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL10 4HU
01748 823188
Store Website
3.55 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Scotch Corner
SCOTCH CORNER
MIDDLETON TYAS
RICHMOND
DL10 6NT
01325377816
Store Website
3.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Swale Veterinary Llp
Fairfield Way Gallowfields Trading Estate Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 4TB 01748 826600/822389 swale.vets1@btopenworld.com 3.02 miles

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Catterick Garrison Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 7A Princes Retail Park Catterick North Yorkshire DL9 3EN catterick@vets4pets.com 5.60 miles

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The Equine Sports Medicine Clinic
The Old Smithy Halnaby Grange North Cowton Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 0HN 07540 050716 phillip@equinesportsmedicineclinic.com Website 6.45 miles

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Equine Veterinary Dentist Ltd
Wyville Lodge Forest Road Scorton North Yorkshire DL10 6BJ 078007 39096 James@equineveterinarydentist.com Website 8.03 miles

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Darlington Vets4pets Ltd
199 Grange Road Darlington County Durham DL1 5NT 01325 351111 darlington@vets4pets.com Website 8.78 miles

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Swale Veterinary Llp
The Green Reeth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6SF 01748 826600/822389 swale.vets1@btopenworld.com 8.85 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls Include A Number Of Small Waterfalls Which Create Beautiful Dramatic Scenery And Are Part Of The River Ure. The Walk Begins By Walking Through Woodland And Across Pasture Fields, Before Turning Back To Arrive At The Three Waterfalls - Lower Force, Middle Force, And High Force. DL8 3TH 14.34 miles The Walk Starts And Finishes From The Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Which Has A Pay-And-Display Car Park, Toilets And Cafe. It Is Marked With Brown Tourism Signs From The A684 In Aysgarth Village.

Aysgarth Waterfalls
Take Approx 1.5-2 Hours. There Are 3 Beautiful Waterfalls To See Along The Way. Church Bankcentre Aysgarth Leyburn DL8 3TH 14.46 miles

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Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 15.53 miles

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Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker. Guildy Hall Muker Richmond DL11 6QG 16.57 miles

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Preston Park
Walk Round The Grounds Of Preston Park A Large House Now A Museum (At Present Undergoing Restoration) And Alongside The River Tees With Woodland An Grassed Areas. Children's Playgrounds, Picnic Areas, Level Grass For Children's Games Lots Of Free Parking. Some Areas Are Sometimes "On Lead" But Plenty Of Places For All Dogs To Run And Investigate. 502 Yarm Rd Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS16 0BQ 17.47 miles Eaglescliffe

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 17.97 miles Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.

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Weather Forecast

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