Welcome to Wheldrake

Wheldrake is a small village located in the county of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 7 miles south-east of York and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere. Wheldrake has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was also an important centre for agriculture in the Middle Ages, and many of the buildings in the village date back to this period.

One of the main attractions in Wheldrake is the St. Helen's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Wheldrake is the local pub, The Blacksmiths Arms. The pub is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as its delicious food and drink.

Wheldrake is also home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a hair salon. The village has a strong sense of community, with many local events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Wheldrake Feast, which is a celebration of the village's history and culture, as well as regular events at the village hall. Overall, Wheldrake is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful and relaxed way of life.

Local Weather

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Wind: 6.5 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Wheldrake With Thorganby Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Alison Shaw	North Lane Wheldrake York North Yorkshire YO19 6BB 1904553422 School Website
Sutton Upon Derwent Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Bracken Holtby	Main Street Sutton-On-Derwent York East Riding Of Yorkshire YO41 4BN 01904608440 School Website
Elvington Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Andrew Buttery	Dauby Lane Elvington York North Yorkshire YO41 4HP 01904555280 School Website
Escrick Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Emma Miller	Carr Lane Escrick York North Yorkshire YO19 6JQ 1904728570 School Website
Queen Margaret's School Other Independent School Ages:10-18 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Baillie	Escrick Park York North Yorkshire YO19 6EU 1904727600 School Website
Melbourne Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Morrison	Main Street Melbourne York North Yorkshire YO42 4QE 1759318369 School Website
Lord Deramores Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Rourke	Heslington York North Yorkshire YO10 5EE 01904553890 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
Badger Hill Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Vicky Whittingham	Crossways Badger Hill York North Yorkshire YO10 5JF 1904806480 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
York Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB 6.80 Miles

Wressle Station Road, Wressle, North Yorkshire, YO8 6ES 8.67 Miles

Selby Station Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4NW 8.81 Miles

Poppleton Station Road, Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, YO26 6PZ 9.25 Miles

Ulleskelf New Road, Ulleskelf, North Yorkshire, LS24 9DJ 10.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Catton Cars 01759 388180 Whitethorn Farm Catton Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO41 5LF 4.34 Miles
Wheelchair Taxis 07860 646999 71 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5HT 4.86 Miles
Wheelchair Taxis York 07860 646999 71 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5HT 4.86 Miles
Arrow Cars 01904 415151 60 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5JQ 4.87 Miles
Arrow Taxi 01904 415151 Crossways, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 5JQ 4.87 Miles
Swift Travel 07921 841366 26 Tilmire Close, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 4NG 4.91 Miles
Fulford Executive Travel 01904 628421 44 Heath Moor Drive, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 4NF 4.96 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 07906 838555 Hull Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO41 5PF 5.14 Miles
White Stretch Limousines 01757 248898 Riccall Grange Cottage/King Rudding Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 6QL 5.30 Miles
Executive 1 Chauffeur Services Limited Of York 07887 513183 Tandem Place, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 3LX 5.33 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wheldrake Post Office Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
North Lane Wheldrake Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thicket Priory Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton On Derwent South Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Storwood Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton On Derwent Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Thorganby Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Elvington D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brinkworth Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Cottingwith Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Village Hall Sutton On Derwent Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thorganby Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorganby Station Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Skipwith Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deighton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Wheldrake	The Surgery 54A Main Street Wheldrake York North Yorkshire YO19 6AB
Elvington Medical Practice 01904 608224	Elvington Surgery York Road, Elvington York North Yorkshire YO41 4DY
Escrick Surgery 01904 728243	The Escrick Surgery Escrick York North Yorkshire YO19 6LE
Unity Health 01904 754900	Kimberlow Hill Surgery Kimberlow Rise York North Yorkshire YO10 5LA
Dunnington	White Surgery 37 Common Road The Green Dunnington North Yorkshire YO19 5NG

Local Stores

Broadway Fulford
46-48 Broadway
Fulford
York
North Yorkshire
YO10 4JX
01904 643807
shop.8534@coop.co.uk
Store Website
5.32 miles

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SPAR Escrick
York Road Garage
York Road
Escrick
York
YO19 6EY
01904728470
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Veterinary Practice
Crockey Hill Coloma Bungalow York North Yorkshire YO19 4SJ 01904 655444 crockey.hill@minstervets.co.uk Website 3.88 miles
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The Horse Vet
North House Farm Skipwith Selby North Yorkshire YO8 5SQ 07917 684675 charlotte@thehorsevet.co.uk Website 4.21 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 4.77 miles
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Veterinary Meds On Line Ltd
Old Station Yard Murton York North Yorkshire YO19 5UF 4.81 miles


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Holmefield Farm Services Ltd
Old Station Yard Murton York North Yorkshire YO19 5UF 01904 481490 pauline@hfsvets.com 4.81 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 5.09 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 1.86 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 4.37 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 6.33 miles Vast Open Space Around York Race Course, Plenty Of Dog Walkers With Great Open Space Of Off Lead Fun.

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River Foss Huntington
33 Vesper Walk Huntington York YO32 9SZ 8.37 miles

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Eastrington Ponds Nature Reserve
Walk Around Ponds With A Meadow, Wooded Area And Disused Railway Line. Takes About 30-40 Mins To Stroll Around With The Dog, And Meadow Area Is Enclosed, So Is Good For Letting Dog Off Lead. Mostly Flat But Not Wheelchair Friendly. 6 Howden Rd Eastrington Goole DN14 7PN 11.44 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 13.22 miles Signposted From The A19 And A59 Over Toll Bridge.

Weather Forecast

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