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Ampleforth
North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · population 1,238 · Photo: Wikimedia Commons
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Ampleforth
Ampleforth is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, 20 miles (32 km) north of York. The village is situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. The parish has a population of 883 according to the 2001 census, increasing to 1,345 at the 2011 Census, and includes Ampleforth College. The name Ampleforth means "the ford where the sorrel grows".
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Travel & roadsHull traffic update lists road closures and utility works through October
Hull City Council’s weekly travel bulletin details a series of road closures, lane restrictions and utility projects across the city, with several works extending into November. Motorists are asked to check the Travel Hull website before setting off.
Hull1 minute ago
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CouncilCity of York Council hands out nearly 1,000 pairs of slippers to older residents
Almost a thousand free slippers were distributed at Slipper Social events across York, with partners offering fall-prevention advice and additional sessions planned through early 2027.
York26 minutes ago
CouncilYork Council releases phased delivery plan for Outer Ring Road upgrades
A new plan sets out how the A1237 will be widened, roundabouts upgraded and active-travel routes added, with work beginning on the stretch from the A19 to Wigginton Road.
York29 minutes ago
CouncilBarnsley supermarket fined £28,675 after labelling breaches
LSJ Supermarket and its owners were convicted for selling pre-packed foods without mandatory ingredient, nutrition and allergen information, breaching the Food Safety Act.
Barnsley3 hours ago
CouncilBishop of Wakefield blesses replica of 800-year-old chalice at Monk Bretton Priory
During Heritage Month the Bishop of Wakefield will bless a pewter replica of a 13th-century chalice at Monk Bretton Priory, marking the relic’s return after a century-long journey through museums.
Barnsley6 hours ago
CouncilBarnsley businesses urged to join Workplace Challenge promoting active travel
From 22 September, Barnsley employers can sign up for a free BetterPoints app challenge that rewards staff for walking, cycling or using public transport, with prize draws and a £250 charity award for winning businesses.
Barnsley7 hours ago
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View allBattle of Byland
Cold Kirby · 5 miles
2 Metre tall rock with inlayed brass plaque
Dickens Museum & Scrooges Counting House
Malton · 13 miles
The building was the office of Charles Smithson, the Malton solicitor with whom Dickens formed a close friendship. Dickens frequently visited Smithson in the town, and is said to have modelled Scrooge’s Counting House in A Christmas Carol on the premises.
Studforth Hill
Aldborough · 14 miles
The earthwork remains of a ploughed out ring earthwork or ring motte, possibly a medieval timber castle.
Whitemere Dike
Rainton · 14 miles
Concentric ringed earthwork built for nesting birds, unsure what survives.
Forest Holidays Keldy
Stape · 14 miles
This site contains eco-sensitive log cabins with hot tubs and a Forest Retreat bar, restaurant. cafe and shop. Activities available include Forest Ranger and nature based activities, archery, zip-wire, bike hire and pottery painting.
Robin Hood Tower
Bootham · 16 miles
Tower on the City Walls. There has been a tower here since at least 1370, but te present one was built 1888-89.
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St Hilda
Ampleforth
St Hilda's Ampleforth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Station Road, York
Ampleforth Village Hall
West End, York
White Swan
York
Ampleforth Surgery
Back Lane, York
Our Lady & St Benedicts
Ampleforth