Pockthorpe

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Pockthorpe

Arable  fields  planted  with  overwintering  crop south  of  Kilham Just showing to the left is the edge of the overgrown disused pit
Arable fields planted with overwintering crop south of Kilham Credit: Martin Dawes

Pockthorpe is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. The village is nestled within the larger district of North Yorkshire, known for its natural beauty and rich history.

With a population of around 500 residents, Pockthorpe is a close-knit community that prides itself on its friendly and welcoming nature. The village is predominantly residential, with traditional stone houses and cottages lining its quaint streets. It retains a charming rural character, with well-maintained gardens and flower-filled hanging baskets adding to its charm.

Pockthorpe is home to a few amenities that cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a small convenience store. While it may not have a wide range of facilities, the village benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities in the region, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within reach of urban conveniences.

The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Pockthorpe is also within driving distance of the North York Moors National Park, providing residents with access to stunning landscapes and wildlife.

Overall, Pockthorpe is a charming and idyllic village, offering a tranquil lifestyle amidst the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside, while still benefiting from its proximity to larger towns and natural attractions.

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Pockthorpe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.054413/-0.40844827 or Grid Reference TA0463. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arable  fields  planted  with  overwintering  crop south  of  Kilham Just showing to the left is the edge of the overgrown disused pit
Arable fields planted with overwintering crop south of Kilham
Just showing to the left is the edge of the overgrown disused pit
Road  from  Kilham  toward  B1249  at  Kendale
Road from Kilham toward B1249 at Kendale
Brick  built  barn? in  field  off  Kilham  Road Not sure of its use as no access to it through crop
Brick built barn? in field off Kilham Road
Not sure of its use as no access to it through crop
Farm  access  at  Middledale  off  Kilham  Road
Farm access at Middledale off Kilham Road
Shepherdton Mere
Shepherdton Mere
Field track near Danesdale Farm It does not appear to connect to the track at Mowthorpe which just stops.
Field track near Danesdale Farm
It does not appear to connect to the track at Mowthorpe which just stops.
Some  footpaths  become  a  little  tight  when  a  fence  leans Running between West End and South Side
Some footpaths become a little tight when a fence leans
Running between West End and South Side
Detached  houses  on  the  north  side  of  South  Side
Detached houses on the north side of South Side
End  of  North  Plantation  on  Gallows  Hill The road beyond goes left to Kilham. Large clumps of Snowdrops have now finished flowering
End of North Plantation on Gallows Hill
The road beyond goes left to Kilham. Large clumps of Snowdrops have now finished flowering
Green  dotty  toward  Nafferton  Wold Between Pockthorpe Lane and Green Dikes Lane
Green dotty toward Nafferton Wold
Between Pockthorpe Lane and Green Dikes Lane
Green  dotted  track  toward  Nafferton  Kesters Beyond the shelter belt of trees on the left is Nafferton Kesters a mid to late c18 farmhouse
Green dotted track toward Nafferton Kesters
Beyond the shelter belt of trees on the left is Nafferton Kesters a mid to late c18 farmhouse
Green  dotted  track  toward  Little  Pockthorpe The oil seed rape is just coming into flower, it won't  be long before it is a sea of yellow and Geograph will be overwhelmed with photos!
Green dotted track toward Little Pockthorpe
The oil seed rape is just coming into flower, it won't be long before it is a sea of yellow and Geograph will be overwhelmed with photos!
Access  road  down  to  Nafferton  Kesters It becomes a green dotted  grass track when it passes the farm
Access road down to Nafferton Kesters
It becomes a green dotted grass track when it passes the farm
Sharp  left  turn  on  Green  Dikes  Lane Straight on is the access road to  Nafferton Kesters
Sharp left turn on Green Dikes Lane
Straight on is the access road to Nafferton Kesters
Something  round  is  being  built  in  this  field  corner The base is there
Something round is being built in this field corner
The base is there
A  field  corner  is  going  to  be  transformed A silo or some such thing? Green Dikes Lane runs to my left. The Yorkshire Wolds go on into the distance
A field corner is going to be transformed
A silo or some such thing? Green Dikes Lane runs to my left. The Yorkshire Wolds go on into the distance
Little Pockthorpe, Pockthorpe Lane
Little Pockthorpe, Pockthorpe Lane
Shepherdton Mere (road)
Shepherdton Mere (road)
Show me another place!

Pockthorpe is located at Grid Ref: TA0463 (Lat: 54.054413, Lng: -0.40844827)

Division: East Riding

Unitary Authority: East Riding of Yorkshire

Police Authority: Humberside

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.054413,-0.40844827
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 54.0554586/-0.4135966
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 54.0561701/-0.4127519
Generator Method: wind_turbine
Generator Source: wind
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.0576793/-0.4104512
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