The Ryedale village of Weaverthorpe, at the south eastern corner of North Yorkshire, has a history going back to Saxon times and probably beyond, given that Bronze Age relics have been found nearby. Probably named for a Wolfrith, denoting this was originally a Norse settlement, there is thought to have been an early Saxon church built in the village. The current church, St Andrew’s, is a rather curious structure, part Saxon, and part Norman, with a strange tower from which the interior staircase bulges as if it was something of an afterthought. The grey stones of the church are striking, and it is well worth passing through the quaint lych-gate and going inside to see in particular the curved and painted roof. Substantial enough to have retained its post office and primary school, Weaverthorpe also has two pubs, The Bluebell Inn being noted for its food. There is a little stream running through the middle of the village, alongside the main street. Although it is well away from main roads, and none the worse for that, Weaverthorpe provides a good base for exploring the Wolds, and the beautiful coast just a short drive east, with Filey, Flamborough, Bridlington and Scarborough all within striking distance.
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Weaverthorpe C of E Primary School
Places to Stay near Weaverthorpe
The Old Mill Hotel & Restaurant (3.12 miles)
A country hotel situated on the Yorkshire Wolds surrounded by open fields and rolling countryside. The hotel has nine luxury en-suite rooms and a restaurant serving meals at lunchtime and evenings.
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Wold Cottage (5.02 miles)
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Rose Cottage (6.60 miles)
Little Manor Cottage at Manor Farm Cottages (6.85 miles)
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Enjoying delightful countryside views and a peaceful village setting, these two charming cottages have been created from former barns on a non working farm, just 12 miles ... More
Kilham Hall (7.42 miles)
In a quiet corner of rural England lies the beautiful and relatively undiscovered Yorkshire Wolds, and here far from the madding crowd you find Kilham Hall in its stunning landscaped ... More
The Downe Arms Hotel (7.74 miles)
The Downe Arms Hotel sits on the edge of the magnificent Yorkshire Moors National Park, and yet is only six miles from the coast. A perfect location whether you fancy walking the Cleveland Way along ... More | visit website
Danby & Liverton Estate (7.78 miles)
Situated in the North York Moors National Park, The Danby & Liverton Estate, with its ruined 14th century castle, was first acquired by the family of the present owner, Viscount Downe, in 1656 and at ... More
Chestnut Cottage Bed and Breakfast (8.70 miles)
East Ayton Lodge Country House (8.92 miles)
Standing in four acres of grounds in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the lodge is ideally suited for a peaceful relaxing break.Situated minutes away from Scarborough and a spectacular ... More
Fimber Gate Bed and Breakfast (9.09 miles)
A former railway gatekeeper's cottage, this single storey accommodation enjoys rural views of the Yorkshire Wolds. It has recently been extended and fully updated to give a comfortable and relaxing ... More
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