Colton, North Yorkshire
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 Colton, North Yorkshire, St Paul's Church | |
.svg)  Colton Location within North Yorkshire | |
| Population | 212 (2011 census)[1] |
| OS grid reference | SE5415244805 |
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| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | LEEDS |
| Postcode district | LS24 |
| Police | North Yorkshire |
| Fire | North Yorkshire |
| Ambulance | Yorkshire |
Colton is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, seven miles south-west of York. The closest town is Tadcaster. In 2011 the parish had a population of 212.
History[edit]
In 1392, William son of William de Colton was pardoned on grounds of self-defense for killing Robert Mason in Colton.[2]
Amenities[edit]
The village has one pub, Ye Olde Sun Inn. There is a wider selection of amenities in neighbouring Copmanthorpe. For amenities such as supermarkets it is necessary to travel to either Tadcaster or York.
Transport[edit]
The village is close to the A64 and the East Coast Main Line. Upon completion of High Speed 2 this will join the East Coast Main Line at Colton. Despite being situated on the East Coast Main Line, the closest railway station is Ulleskelf, several miles away.
References[edit]
- ^ UK Census (2011). "Local Area Report – Colton Parish (E04007733)". Nomis. Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 9 March 2020.
- ^ Calendar of Patent Rolls 1388-1392 p.376 for more details see British National Archives JUST 3/176 m.16
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