Bilton in Ainsty

Settlement in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Bilton in Ainsty

Bilton Church
Bilton Church Credit: Martin Norman

Bilton in Ainsty is a small village located in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles southwest of York, Bilton in Ainsty is a picturesque rural community with a population of around 300 residents.

The village is nestled within the rolling countryside of the Vale of York, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. Bilton in Ainsty is surrounded by agricultural land, with fields of crops and grazing livestock adding to its rural charm.

The village itself is characterized by a collection of historic stone-built houses, many of which date back several centuries. The centerpiece of Bilton in Ainsty is the All Saints Church, a Grade I listed building that stands as a testament to the village's rich history.

While Bilton in Ainsty is primarily a residential area, it does offer some amenities for its residents. The village has a community hall, which hosts various social events and gatherings throughout the year. There is also a primary school, providing education for local children.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Bilton in Ainsty is surrounded by scenic walking trails and biking routes, offering the opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside. The village is also conveniently located near major road networks, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Bilton in Ainsty is a peaceful and idyllic village that captures the essence of rural Yorkshire, making it an attractive place to live for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Bilton in Ainsty Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.94766/-1.2767471 or Grid Reference SE4750. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bilton Church
Bilton Church
Across Tockwith airfield Looking across the old airfield at Tockwith. The business park can be seen on the far side. The airfield itself is now a driver training centre.
Across Tockwith airfield
Looking across the old airfield at Tockwith. The business park can be seen on the far side. The airfield itself is now a driver training centre.
Tockwith industrial estate One of the buildings on the former airfield at Tockwith.
Tockwith industrial estate
One of the buildings on the former airfield at Tockwith.
Tockwith Lane A street of houses in the village of Tockwith.
Tockwith Lane
A street of houses in the village of Tockwith.
Outskirts of Tockwith Leaving the village of Tockwith, heading for York.
Outskirts of Tockwith
Leaving the village of Tockwith, heading for York.
Opposite Marston Grange This land on 2nd July 1644 would have had the foot soldiers of the Parliamentarians gathered for the battle of Marston Moor that led Cromwell to victory over Prince Rupert. To the right of this picture and behind the camera would have been where Cromwell would have been along with a mounted section of Parliamentarians. The battle covered four gridsquares, those of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SE4851">SE4851</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SE4852">SE4852</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SE4951">SE4951</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SE4952">SE4952</a> where an obelisk marks the spot.
Opposite Marston Grange
This land on 2nd July 1644 would have had the foot soldiers of the Parliamentarians gathered for the battle of Marston Moor that led Cromwell to victory over Prince Rupert. To the right of this picture and behind the camera would have been where Cromwell would have been along with a mounted section of Parliamentarians. The battle covered four gridsquares, those of SE4851, SE4852, SE4951 and SE4952 where an obelisk marks the spot.
Millfield Cottage On the Wetherby Road, Long Marston.
Millfield Cottage
On the Wetherby Road, Long Marston.
Encore Direct Plc This company undertakes high-tech printing operations.
Encore Direct Plc
This company undertakes high-tech printing operations.
Parish Church of Bilton-In-Ainsty The church dedicated to St Helen contains ancient stone carvings known as Sheela-na-gigs.
Parish Church of Bilton-In-Ainsty
The church dedicated to St Helen contains ancient stone carvings known as Sheela-na-gigs.
West Grange Looking north from the B1224 York to Wetherby road.
West Grange
Looking north from the B1224 York to Wetherby road.
J Revis & Sons Transport and warehousing company.
J Revis & Sons
Transport and warehousing company.
MWS Joinery Part of Horbury Group, which are involved in building products.
MWS Joinery
Part of Horbury Group, which are involved in building products.
Entrance to Bilton Grange
Entrance to Bilton Grange
Edge of the village Leaving Tockwith eastwards towards York.
Edge of the village
Leaving Tockwith eastwards towards York.
Lane on Marston Field, looking towards Tockwith Road, Long Marston This lane  bisects a field that is ploughed and weathered to the left (West) and has young cereal crops to the right (east).  Marston Field, south of Tockwith Road was the area where the Allied Forces (English Parliamentary and Scottish) formed to face the Royalist Forces, who assembled to the North of the Tockith Road prior to the Battle of Marston Moor in the English Civil War.  The top of the stone memorial to the battle (marked as an obelisk on OS maps) can be seen on the near horizon of Marston Field.
Lane on Marston Field, looking towards Tockwith Road, Long Marston
This lane bisects a field that is ploughed and weathered to the left (West) and has young cereal crops to the right (east). Marston Field, south of Tockwith Road was the area where the Allied Forces (English Parliamentary and Scottish) formed to face the Royalist Forces, who assembled to the North of the Tockith Road prior to the Battle of Marston Moor in the English Civil War. The top of the stone memorial to the battle (marked as an obelisk on OS maps) can be seen on the near horizon of Marston Field.
Village playground Tockwith near York.
Village playground
Tockwith near York.
Bridleway leading off Marston Road Bridleway heading south to Bilton in Ainsty Church
Bridleway leading off Marston Road
Bridleway heading south to Bilton in Ainsty Church
Access Lane to Marston Grange Access Lane leading off Tockwith Road
Access Lane to Marston Grange
Access Lane leading off Tockwith Road
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Bilton in Ainsty is located at Grid Ref: SE4750 (Lat: 53.94766, Lng: -1.2767471)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

Also known as: Bilton

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.94766,-1.2767471
Bilton in Ainsty
Is In: UK,Yorkshire
Place: village
Lat/Long: 53.9478807/-1.2768547
Bilton
Is In: North Yorkshire
Place: village
Lat/Long: 53.9443346/-1.2734072
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.9442925/-1.2730354
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.9484476/-1.2770182
Bus Stop
Naptan AtcoCode: 3200YNA00640
Naptan NaptanCode: 32000640
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.9476379/-1.2770638
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 53.9442059/-1.2744031
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: YO26 230
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.94778/-1.276699
Bus Stop
Lat/Long: 53.94748/-1.2773964
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: Church Street, Bilton in Ainsty
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 53.9444492/-1.2755459
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