Walton

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Leeds

England

Walton

HM Prison Wealstun On 1 April 1995, HM Prisons Thorp Arch and Rudgate amalgamated to form HMP Wealstun.
HM Prison Wealstun Credit: John Davidson

Walton is a civil parish located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the River Ouse, it is part of the Selby district and lies approximately 6 miles south-east of the town of Pontefract. The parish covers an area of about 1,200 acres and is bordered by the villages of Thorpe Audlin, Sharlston, and Ryhill.

The village of Walton is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural setting. It is predominantly residential, with a population of around 1,200 people. The community is tight-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit.

Walton is home to a few amenities that serve the local residents, including a village hall, a primary school, and a church. The village hall hosts various events and activities, providing a central hub for social gatherings and community meetings. The primary school offers education for children aged 4 to 11, ensuring that families have access to quality education within the parish.

The surrounding countryside offers beautiful landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing. The River Ouse also provides a scenic spot for boating and other water-based leisure activities.

Overall, Walton is a peaceful and idyllic civil parish in Yorkshire, offering a close-knit community, stunning natural beauty, and a range of amenities that cater to the needs of its residents.

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Walton Images

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HM Prison Wealstun On 1 April 1995, HM Prisons Thorp Arch and Rudgate amalgamated to form HMP Wealstun.
HM Prison Wealstun
On 1 April 1995, HM Prisons Thorp Arch and Rudgate amalgamated to form HMP Wealstun.
St. Peter's Church, Walton The parish church of Walton.
St. Peter's Church, Walton
The parish church of Walton.
Walton, Nr Thorpe Arch, St Peter's Church
Walton, Nr Thorpe Arch, St Peter's Church
Thorp Arch industrial estate Situated between Thorp Arch and Walton, this former Royal Ordnance site is now a trading estate. Taken from a bicycle on a very wet afternoon.
Thorp Arch industrial estate
Situated between Thorp Arch and Walton, this former Royal Ordnance site is now a trading estate. Taken from a bicycle on a very wet afternoon.
Rudgate The end of the Roman Road as it joins Thorp Arch industrial estate.
Rudgate
The end of the Roman Road as it joins Thorp Arch industrial estate.
British Library - Thorp Arch One of the British Libraries. This one is situated on an industrial estate between Wetherby & Tadcaster.
British Library - Thorp Arch
One of the British Libraries. This one is situated on an industrial estate between Wetherby & Tadcaster.
View towards HM Prison Looking across farmland from underneath overhead electric wires on the Walton to Wetherby road.
View towards HM Prison
Looking across farmland from underneath overhead electric wires on the Walton to Wetherby road.
Course of disused railway - Wetherby Between Thorp Arch and Wetherby stations, the railway used to cross the road at this point. A cycle route into Wetherby now starts here.
Course of disused railway - Wetherby
Between Thorp Arch and Wetherby stations, the railway used to cross the road at this point. A cycle route into Wetherby now starts here.
Route 66 - Walton Gates Part of the disused Harrogate to Tadcaster railway line. This is a section between Wetherby and Thorp Arch.
Route 66 - Walton Gates
Part of the disused Harrogate to Tadcaster railway line. This is a section between Wetherby and Thorp Arch.
Hall Parks Farm From Hall Park Road.
Hall Parks Farm
From Hall Park Road.
Junction of Hall Park Road with Rudgate Rudgate lies on the course of a Roman Road.
Junction of Hall Park Road with Rudgate
Rudgate lies on the course of a Roman Road.
Farmhouse on Springs Lane,  Walton A modern farmhouse next to a collection of farm buildings, one of which is visible on the right.
Farmhouse on Springs Lane, Walton
A modern farmhouse next to a collection of farm buildings, one of which is visible on the right.
Pond Off Hall Park Road
Pond Off Hall Park Road
Walton Gates Taken as the Harland way crosses over the road. The main road runs between Thorp Arch trading estate and Wetherby, with the side road here leading to Thorp Arch village. The Harland way, a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway, has recently been extended from here to Thorp Arch industrial estate.
Walton Gates
Taken as the Harland way crosses over the road. The main road runs between Thorp Arch trading estate and Wetherby, with the side road here leading to Thorp Arch village. The Harland way, a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway, has recently been extended from here to Thorp Arch industrial estate.
Cornfield at Walton Gates Taken from the Harland way, a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway.
Cornfield at Walton Gates
Taken from the Harland way, a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway.
Harland Way extension The Harland way is a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway. This is a newly opened section from Walton Gates to Thorp Arch trading estate. Ahead the line passes through the former station at Thorp Arch.
Harland Way extension
The Harland way is a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway. This is a newly opened section from Walton Gates to Thorp Arch trading estate. Ahead the line passes through the former station at Thorp Arch.
Thorp Arch station The Harland way is a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway. Here it passes through the former station at Thorp Arch. This section has only recently been opened following an extension being built from Walton Gates to Thorp Arch.
Thorp Arch station
The Harland way is a cycle route built by Sustrans on the former Harrogate to Tadcaster railway. Here it passes through the former station at Thorp Arch. This section has only recently been opened following an extension being built from Walton Gates to Thorp Arch.
Works close to Thorp Arch Near to Thorp Arch trading estate stands this works. It is viewed from a cycleway between Wetherby and Thorp Arch.
Works close to Thorp Arch
Near to Thorp Arch trading estate stands this works. It is viewed from a cycleway between Wetherby and Thorp Arch.
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Walton is located at Grid Ref: SE4447 (Lat: 53.924566, Lng: -1.320855)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: West Yorkshire

District: Leeds

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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