Strensall with Towthorpe

Civil Parish in Yorkshire

England

Strensall with Towthorpe

A derelict building beside the River Foss
A derelict building beside the River Foss Credit: Ian S

Strensall with Towthorpe is a civil parish located in the county of Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 6 miles north-east of the city of York. The parish encompasses the villages of Strensall and Towthorpe, along with surrounding rural areas.

Strensall is a peaceful village known for its charming countryside and historic buildings. It has a population of around 5,000 residents. The village is home to St Mary's Church, a beautiful medieval structure that dates back to the 12th century. The presence of this church adds to the village's picturesque appeal.

Towthorpe, on the other hand, is a smaller village within the parish, with a population of around 300 residents. It is situated about a mile north of Strensall. Towthorpe is known for its tranquil atmosphere and lovely countryside views. The village has a close-knit community, and the residents often engage in various social activities.

Strensall with Towthorpe benefits from its close proximity to the city of York, providing easy access to its amenities and services. The parish has good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to York and other nearby towns.

The area surrounding Strensall with Towthorpe is characterized by rolling hills, lush farmland, and small woodlands. It is a perfect location for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while still being close to urban conveniences. The parish offers a range of housing options, from quaint cottages to modern developments, catering to a diverse population.

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Strensall with Towthorpe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.036492/-1.027463 or Grid Reference SE6360. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A derelict building beside the River Foss
A derelict building beside the River Foss
Sheep on Strensall Training Area (Strensall Common)
Sheep on Strensall Training Area (Strensall Common)
A minor road to the north of Strensall Common
A minor road to the north of Strensall Common
York Road, Strensall heading north
York Road, Strensall heading north
Entering Strensall, north of York
Entering Strensall, north of York
Pottery Lane, north of Strensall
Pottery Lane, north of Strensall
Pottery Lane, towards Sutton-on-the-Forest
Pottery Lane, towards Sutton-on-the-Forest
Across  the  River  Foss The Foss becomes more like a field drain the further you get from York.  Across the river is the spire of Strensall Parish Church.
Across the River Foss
The Foss becomes more like a field drain the further you get from York. Across the river is the spire of Strensall Parish Church.
Not  much  left  to  Burn The old Tannery just across the bridge from Strensall village was a major employer in the 1800's but has been derelict for many years and has been the subject of three arson attacks in the last ten years.Built alongside the River Foss the Centenary Way passes between the two.
Not much left to Burn
The old Tannery just across the bridge from Strensall village was a major employer in the 1800's but has been derelict for many years and has been the subject of three arson attacks in the last ten years.Built alongside the River Foss the Centenary Way passes between the two.
Bridge  over  River  Foss It carries the  Sheriff Hutton to Strensall Road
Bridge over River Foss
It carries the Sheriff Hutton to Strensall Road
A  Footbridge  in  Hiding Over the River Foss,the Centenary Way is on this side of the bridge.
A Footbridge in Hiding
Over the River Foss,the Centenary Way is on this side of the bridge.
Farmland, Cowslip Hill
Farmland, Cowslip Hill
Line to York  from  Common  Road  Crossing Scarborough to York line
Line to York from Common Road Crossing
Scarborough to York line
Caravan  Park  and  Railway The Scarborough to York line passing Moorside Caravan Park.
Caravan Park and Railway
The Scarborough to York line passing Moorside Caravan Park.
Sunshine  and  Shadows Beck Wood as its name suggests is a very wet wood, from the track through the wood to Walbutts Farm.
Sunshine and Shadows
Beck Wood as its name suggests is a very wet wood, from the track through the wood to Walbutts Farm.
Track  through  Beck  Wood
Track through Beck Wood
Track  to  Walbutts  Farm
Track to Walbutts Farm
Strensall railway station (site), Yorkshire Opened in 1845 by the York & North Midland Railway, later part of the North Eastern Railway, on its line from Scarborough to York. This station closed to passengers in 1930. 
View south west towards Strensall Halt and York. The York-bound platform was to the left. The Scarborough-bound platform was behind the camera position, as was a small coal yard and sidings for the Brecks Lane brick and tile works.
Strensall railway station (site), Yorkshire
Opened in 1845 by the York & North Midland Railway, later part of the North Eastern Railway, on its line from Scarborough to York. This station closed to passengers in 1930. View south west towards Strensall Halt and York. The York-bound platform was to the left. The Scarborough-bound platform was behind the camera position, as was a small coal yard and sidings for the Brecks Lane brick and tile works.
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Strensall with Towthorpe is located at Grid Ref: SE6360 (Lat: 54.036492, Lng: -1.027463)

Division: North Riding

Unitary Authority: York

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.036492,-1.027463
Bus Stop
Northfields
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Lit: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Website: http://deps.at/?stop=32900497
Lat/Long: 54.040328/-1.0307863
Bus Stop
Northfields
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: realtime;timetable
Ele: 8
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3290YYA00498
Naptan NaptanCode: 32900498
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Website: http://deps.at/?stop=32900498
Lat/Long: 54.0402714/-1.0300553
Post Box
Check Date: 2021-08-20
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 11:00
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO32 439
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 54.0403681/-1.0265706
Bus Stop
The Old Station
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Lit: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: local_knowledge
Tactile Paving: yes
Website: http://deps.at/?stop=32900499
Lat/Long: 54.0404504/-1.0270394
Crossing Barrier: double_half
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.0402517/-1.0262782
Bench
Backrest: no
Check Date: 2021-08-20
Lat/Long: 54.0379931/-1.0250252
Bench
Backrest: no
Check Date: 2021-07-26
Lat/Long: 54.0338597/-1.0287106
Crossing Barrier: double_half
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.0402822/-1.0263105
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.0370935/-1.0233383
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 54.0379034/-1.0243194
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.0404624/-1.0264658
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 54.034219/-1.0239321
Description: Strensall Common Byelaws
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.0363009/-1.0237772
Inscription: /|\ WD105
Marker: stone
Lat/Long: 54.0347366/-1.0269343
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside York Golf Club Clubhouse, Strensall - facing Flaxton Road
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.037369/-1.0229357
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