Grimston

Settlement in Yorkshire Selby

England

Grimston

Houses at North Milford Credit: Andrew Whale

Grimston is a charming village located in the district of Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst picturesque countryside, this rural gem offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. Situated approximately 10 miles east of the historic city of York, Grimston boasts a rich history dating back to the Roman era.

The village is renowned for its quaint, stone-built houses and traditional architecture, which add to its timeless appeal. The local community takes great pride in preserving the village's heritage, evident in the well-preserved buildings and well-tended gardens that line its streets. The centerpiece of Grimston is the stunning St. Nicholas Church, a beautiful example of medieval architecture that dates back to the 12th century.

Grimston's natural beauty is a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts. Surrounding the village are rolling hills, verdant meadows, and gentle streams, creating a haven for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. The nearby Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a popular destination for those seeking breathtaking views and a chance to explore the region's diverse flora and fauna.

Despite its rural setting, Grimston benefits from excellent transport links. The A64 road provides easy access to York and other nearby towns, while the local train station offers regular services to major cities like Leeds and Manchester. Local amenities include a well-stocked village shop, a charming pub serving delicious homemade food, and a primary school.

In summary, Grimston is a delightful village that seamlessly blends its rich history with natural beauty. With its welcoming community and convenient location, it is a place that offers a high quality of life for its residents and an enchanting experience for visitors.

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Grimston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.865055/-1.243912 or Grid Reference SE4941. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses at North Milford

Andrew Whale

Old milestone

This West Riding CC milestone which is leaning slightly is on the east side of the A162 just north of Towton near the village sign. It has a hole in the top of the stone used by the Ordnance Survey. At the north end of the village is a lane running north westwards called Old London Road. This becomes a track across the fields towards Stutton. The current line of the A162 was probably established during the 18/19C across lands belonging to Grimston Park. This milestone is Grade II listed 1148445.

Chris Minto

Track from West Milford Farm towards Raw Lane

A small sign set back behind a barrier off the B1223, Raw Lane has a rare message - especially in an area where "Trespassers will be Prosecuted" signs proliferate. From the Grimston Estate, this track is not a right of way - but the landowners are happy to allow walkers to use it. This gives traffic free access to Towton.

Chris Heaton

Old milestone

Entering Towton from the north is a West Riding CC milestone cared for by a Milestone Society member. It is on the left, east side of the road as are most of the milestones north of Billam where the A162 turns off the Old Great North Road. 615 of these milestones were contracted to be set up in 12 months all over the old West Riding in 1893/94. The family firm of Gill Stead and Son won the contract. They did the work in the allotted time and didn't incur any 'late' penalty. An incredible achievement.

Chris Minto

Oxton

Slice Lane is to the left.

DS Pugh

Jorvik Way

Footpath heading towards York from Oxton.

DS Pugh

Hornington Manor

Between Oxton and Bolton Percy.

DS Pugh

Kirkby Wharfe, St John The Baptist Church

Bill Henderson

Village of Kirkby Wharfe

Kirkby Wharfe is a very small village on the edge of the Grimston Park Estate, near Tadcaster, North Yorkshire. This view is across a green looking just South of East to the principal village buildings.

Robert Neilson

The B1223 Ulleskelf road flooded in January 2005

There is a small stream that flows into the River Wharfe that the road crosses (you can see the bridge sign). The road was closed for about a week, but someone thought it was worth chancing it.

Alan Bartlett

Kirkby Wharfe Church

View after passing under the main Leeds-York railway bridge, crossing the River Wharfe. Taken with 300mm telephoto lens.

Andrew Whale

The River Wharfe

Canada geese on the river near Kirkby Wharfe, on the parish boundary between Bolton Percy and Kirkby Wharfe with North Milford. The clump of trees on the opposite bank is shown on the O/S 1:25000 scale map.

Paul Glazzard

Kirkby Wharfe

Looking west-northwest along the main village street in the picturesque hamlet of Kirkby Wharfe, with Plum Tree Cottage and Lilac Cottage on the right.

Paul Glazzard

Kirkby Wharfe

Back gardens with fruit trees and greenhouses behind Jubilee Cottages in the picturesque hamlet of Kirkby Wharfe.

Paul Glazzard

St John's Church, Kirkby Wharfe

The Parish Church of St. John the Baptist in the hamlet of Kirkby Wharfe, early Norman in style with a tower added later. Looking north-northwest from the corner of Church House.

Paul Glazzard

Grimston Park

Private parkland on the parish boundary between Grimston and Kirkby Wharfe with North Milford. Grimston Park is also the name of the 19th century mansion at the heart of the estate, built in 1839 by Decimus Burton for John Cradock, Lord Howden who apparently had the house remodelled only a year later for his wife, a Russian princess and cousin of the Tsar. In 1849 the estate was bought by Albert Denison (born Albert Conyngham in 1805) when he inherited an immense fortune from his maternal uncle, William Joseph Denison. Albert Denison became Baron Londesborough in 1850 and died in London in 1860. The estate was sold to the Fielden family in 1873 and now includes working farms, rented cottages, a plant nursery and a number of offices. Part of the mansion house has been converted into smaller, privately owned homes.

Paul Glazzard