Hayton

Civil Parish in Yorkshire

England

Hayton

Minor road at Thorpe le Street The road leaves the A1079 at Thorpe le Street heading south-west, soon passing between two farms, North Farm and South Farm, which is from where the image was recorded. — Minor road at Thorpe le Street Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Hayton is a civil parish located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles east of the city of York, and covers an area of approximately 8 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, with a population of around 600 people.

The village of Hayton itself is a small, picturesque settlement with a charming mix of traditional stone houses and newer, more modern properties. It is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting, surrounded by open countryside and farmland. The village benefits from a close-knit community spirit, with a village hall serving as a central hub for social activities and events.

Hayton is also home to St. Martin's Church, a Grade II listed building dating back to the 12th century. The church is a prominent landmark in the area and holds regular services for the local community.

The economy of Hayton is primarily based on agriculture, with farming being the main industry in the area. The fertile land surrounding the village allows for a variety of crops to be grown, as well as dairy farming.

The parish is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to York and the A64, providing easy access to the wider region. Despite its rural location, Hayton offers a peaceful and scenic retreat for residents, while still being within reach of urban amenities and employment opportunities.

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Hayton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.90236/-0.737672 or Grid Reference SE8345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road at Thorpe le Street

The road leaves the A1079 at Thorpe le Street heading south-west, soon passing between two farms, North Farm and South Farm, which is from where the image was recorded.

Trevor Littlewood

Dual- Carriageway A1079 toward Hayton

Usually carries a lot of traffic but a Sunday lunchtime in February an empty road

Martin Dawes

Leaving Hayton on the A1079 toward York

Martin Dawes

Green Lane

Not a right of way but because the footpath from Burnby was ploughed up I ended up here.

Jonathan Thacker

Bridge over the former railway

Where the footpath to Burnby crosses the former York to Beverley line.

Jonathan Thacker

The Old Rectory, Burnby

A much extended eighteenth century house Link

Jonathan Thacker

Longhill Wood and the Sykes

Longhill Wood is on the right. The Sykes more distant on the left.

Jonathan Thacker

Farm track and Queen Anne Plantation

Jonathan Thacker

Hedge trimming near Trenwick

In these mechanised days an easy task but in the past cutting a hedge on the opposite side of a drain would have been more of a challenge.

Jonathan Thacker

Old Milestone by the A1079 lay-by, in Hayton parish

Metal plate attached to stone post by the A1079, in parish of Hayton (East Riding of Yorkshire District), lay-by on East-bound side of dual carriageway, on the verge between road and lay-by, on North side of road. Beverley mounting block, 3 step, erected by the Beverley to Kexby Bridge turnpike trust in the 20th century. Inscription reads:- 13 BEVERLEY 16 YORK Milestone Society National ID: YE_YOBV16

J Harland