Welcome to Upper Helmsley

Upper Helmsley is a small village located in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England. The village is situated approximately 8 miles east of York and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Upper Helmsley is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the Yorkshire countryside.

One of the main attractions in Upper Helmsley is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The church is open to visitors throughout the year and is a popular destination for those interested in history and architecture. The church also hosts regular services and events throughout the year, including weddings and christenings.

Another popular attraction in Upper Helmsley is the local pub, The Black Bull. The pub is a traditional English pub and is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The pub serves a range of local ales and traditional pub food, including fish and chips and Sunday roasts. The pub also has a large beer garden, which is perfect for enjoying a drink in the sunshine. The Black Bull is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike and is a great place to relax and unwind after a day exploring the village and surrounding countryside.

Local Schools

School	Details
Sand Hutton Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs B Pawson	Sand Hutton York North Yorkshire YO41 1LB 01904468308 School Website
Stamford Bridge Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Massey	Church Road Stamford Bridge York North Yorkshire YO41 1BP 1759371430 School Website
Warthill Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Beverley Pawson	Warthill York North Yorkshire YO19 5XL 01904489296 School Website
Stockton On The Forest Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lorraine Atkinson	The Village Stockton-On-The-Forest York North Yorkshire YO32 9UP 01904400366 School Website
Dunnington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Hancy	Pear Tree Lane Dunnington York North Yorkshire YO19 5QG 1904552910 School Website
Wilberfoss Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Kris Henderson	Storking Lane Wilberfoss York East Riding Of Yorkshire YO41 5ND 01759380327 School Website
Robert Wilkinson Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Donna Bedford	West End Strensall York North Yorkshire YO32 5UH 01904806414 School Website
Bugthorpe Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Bracken Holtby	Bugthorpe York East Riding Of Yorkshire YO41 1QQ 01759368247 School Website
Huntington Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jenny Holton	North Moor Road Huntington York North Yorkshire YO32 9QT 01904947180 School Website
St Martins Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Fangfoss Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Juliet Robinson	Fangfoss York East Riding Of Yorkshire YO41 5QG 01759368446 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
York Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB 6.92 Miles

Poppleton Station Road, Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, YO26 6PZ 8.65 Miles

Malton Railway Street, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 9RD 10.68 Miles

Ulleskelf New Road, Ulleskelf, North Yorkshire, LS24 9DJ 15.11 Miles

Cattal Station Road, Cattal, North Yorkshire, YO26 8DT 15.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Catton Cars 01759 388180 Whitethorn Farm Catton Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO41 5LF 3.59 Miles
Executive Taxis 07808 056630 Stonehaven Cottages, York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7PE 4.20 Miles
Lrs Chauffeur Hire 07747 571050 5 Hill View, York, North Yorkshire, YO31 1HZ 4.51 Miles
Airport Transfers York 01904 492838 32 York Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO32 5UT 4.60 Miles
Alpha Cars York 01904 676707 36 West Nooks, York, North Yorkshire, YO32 3FD 4.98 Miles
Heworth Minibuses Ltd. 01904 422206 8 Elmpark Way, York, North Yorkshire, YO31 1DT 5.04 Miles
D And P Cars 01904 765557 Huntington Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO32 9PX 5.27 Miles
D And P Taxis 01904 765557 Huntington Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO32 9PX 5.27 Miles
Arrow Cars 01904 415151 60 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5JQ 5.34 Miles
Arrow Taxi 01904 415151 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5JQ 5.34 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Upper Helmsley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gate Helmsley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sand Hutton Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stamford Bridge Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Low Catton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Battleflats Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warthill Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Godwins Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fossway Stamford Bridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Claxton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Low Catton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hazelbush Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holtby Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Rd Stockton On Forest Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stockton On Forest Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Myhealth - Stamford Bridge	Stamford Bridge Medical Centre Viking Road Stamford Bridge York North Yorkshire YO41 1BR
Stockton On Forest	The Surgery 36 The Village Stockton On Forest York North Yorkshire YO32 9UQ
Myhealth - Dunnington Surgery	Petercroft Lane Dunnington York North Yorkshire YO19 5NQ
Dunnington	White Surgery 37 Common Road The Green Dunnington North Yorkshire YO19 5NG
My Health Group 01904 490532	Southfields Road Strensall York YO32 5UA

Local Stores

Stamford Bridge
4 The Square
Stamford Bridge
York
East Riding Of Yorkshire
YO41 1AF
01759 371697
Store Website
1.34 miles

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SPAR Bad Bargain Lane
SPAR
125 Bad Bargain Lane
Heworth
York
YO31 0PF
01904 415891
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Birchwood Veterinary Practice
Main Street Gate Helmsley York North Yorkshire YO41 1NF 01759 373611 care@birchwoodvet.co.uk Website 1.22 miles

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Battle Flatts Veterinary Clinic
2 Buttercrambe Road Stamford Bridge York North Yorkshire YO41 1AN 01759 371066 office@battleflatts.co.uk 1.27 miles

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Bishopton Veterinary Group Llp
Unit 3 The Steading Holtby Manor Dunnington York North Yorkshire YO19 5LL 01904 481637 york@bishoptonvets.co.uk Website 3.17 miles

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Holmefield Farm Services Ltd
Old Station Yard Murton York North Yorkshire YO19 5UF 01904 481490 pauline@hfsvets.com 3.94 miles

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Veterinary Meds On Line Ltd
Old Station Yard Murton York North Yorkshire YO19 5UF 3.94 miles


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Westpoint Group Trading Ltd - Murton
The Livestock Market Murton York North Yorkshire YO19 5GF 1904 486712 Ashley.marshall@westpointfarmvets.co.uk Website 4.05 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 3.12 miles

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River Foss Huntington
33 Vesper Walk Huntington York YO32 9SZ 4.94 miles

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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 6.81 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 7.47 miles Vast Open Space Around York Race Course, Plenty Of Dog Walkers With Great Open Space Of Off Lead Fun.

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Castle Howard Arboretum
Unnamed Road Lancashire 8.03 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 11.02 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

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