Discover Thornton Watlass
Thornton Watlass is a village located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council. With a population of 224, it falls under the HG4 postcode area. The village is known for its historical significance, featuring a traditional village green and proximity to the scenic Yorkshire Dales, making it a point of interest for visitors.
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Stay in Thornton Watlass
The Buck Inn
The Buck Inn provides comfortable accommodation in thornton-watlass.
Thornton Watlass Hall
Thornton Watlass Hall provides comfortable accommodation in thornton-watlass.
Pasture House
Restored in 2024, Pasture House is a beautifully appointed detached holiday home comfortably sleeping up to eight guests set within it's own grounds on the Thornton Watlass Estate near the thriving market town of Bedale, a perfect location from which to discover the Yorkshire
Millstone Cottage
Millstone Cottage, Ripon
Swallow Lodge
Things to Do in Thornton Watlass
Bedale Skate Park
Unleash your skills at Bedale Skate Park, a dynamic outdoor space perfect for skateboards, scooters, and BMX.
The Falcons of Thorp Perrow
The Falcons of Thorp Perrow, located in Snape, offers a delightful experience for nature enthusiasts and families alike. Visitors can enjoy captivating bird displays and explore a small zoo featuring friendly wallabies, meerkats, and pygmy goats. Convenient pay-and-display parking is available, ensuring a hassle-free visit to this peaceful and picturesque attraction.
Heron's Pond Caravan Park
Heron's Pond Caravan Park offers a peaceful escape in Bedale, perfect for a relaxing getaway amidst nature.
Food & Drink
The Buck Inn
The Buck Inn, located on the picturesque Village Green in Thornton Watlass, offers a charming stay with friendly service and delicious meals. While the parking specifics are not detailed, visitors can expect standard pay-and-display options typical of the area. Enjoy the serene surroundings and explore nearby Ripon with ease.
Pinch of This
Discover Pinch of This in Bedale, a highly-rated spot (4.9/5) known for delicious breakfasts, wholesome lunches, and warm, dog-friendly service.
The Green Dragon at Bedale
Enjoy delicious food and excellent service at The Green Dragon, a highly-rated restaurant and pub in the heart of Bedale.
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Geographic Facts
This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Population
- 224
- Area
- 601.01 km²
- Postcode
- HG4
- Administrative area
- North Yorkshire Council (formerly Hambleton)
- Dialing code
- 01677
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Walk: Hackfall Woods near Masham
The popular market town of Masham provides a base for an interesting walk alongside the River Ure and in to Hackfall Woods and the attractive village of Grewelthorpe. The Route what3words for start point: ///spout.mingles.natively Start Point: Car Parking in the central square of Masham Finish Point: Masham Distance: 8.5 Miles GPX Route Map hackfallwoodsnearmashamDownload Walk Description From Masham join the riverside path along the River Ure for 2 miles. On entering Hackfall Woods look out for follies in the woods as well as the tall birch, oak, pine and sycamore trees. After wandering along the many paths in the woods climb away from the woods to the village of Grewelthorpe. The return to Masham involves a short climb to a second area of woodland at Nutwith Common and a descent to the market town of Masham and its two breweries!
Walk: Thorp Perrow Arboretum
Enjoy the healing and soothing power of trees in this easy walk around Thorp Perrow Arboretum. The Route what3words for start point: ///contained.packages.respect Start / Finish Point: Car park for Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale, DL8 2PS Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirethorpperrowarboretumDownload Walk Description From the car park, head into the Arboretum through the entrance (charge applies) and walk over the right hand footbridge, then turn right to reach a main track. Turn left and almost immediately turn right, to walk along the Water Steps Path by the side of the lake. Ignore the bridge over the lake on the right, and carry on over a footbridge on this path to reach a junction. Turn right, to keep the lake to your right.walking past Henry’s Island and past Kate’s Island. Turn right over the next bridge and walk past The Falcons. Turn left, then left again to walk on Birch Avenue for a short while, before turning right down Red Oak Avenue. Walk right to the end, then do a sharp left to walk down Rowan Avenue, all the way to the Jubilee Oak. Take the second right exit to walk down Broad Walk, turning right at the end and turning left around the bend to walk down Jenny’ Walk to the Main Avenue. Turn right, then immediately left, down either Acer Glade or Laburnum Walk to cross over the middle footbridge back to the entrance.
Walk: Bedale to Northallerton
Enjoy a peaceful point-to-point walk through the gentle lowlands of North Yorkshire, linking two historic market towns via riverside paths, quiet villages and open fields. This 10-mile route from Bedale to Northallerton is ideal for a day of relaxed walking, with minimal elevation and train access at both ends. The Route Distance: 16.1 km (10 miles)what3words for start point: ///prefect.sadly.slapStart: Bedale market placeFinish: Northallerton market placePublic Transport: Train stations at both ends GPX route map Use the interactive map below to follow the route from Bedale through Aiskew, Scruton, and Ainderby Steeple to Northallerton. This GPX file can be downloaded and used with most navigation apps or GPS devices for offline access. bedale-to-nortallerton-routeDownload Walk Description This low-elevation ramble begins in the market town of Bedale, quickly heading east into Aiskew before opening out into the wide, flat farmland of the Vale of Mowbray. Following field paths and rural tracks, you’ll enjoy open views and countryside. The route passes through the quiet village of Scruton — a conservation village known for its traditional stone cottages. Soon after leaving the village, the route crosses the River Swale via the A684. This is a major road, so care is needed when crossing, but there is a pavement and clear visibility. Beyond the Swale, the walk continues to Ainderby Steeple, home to an attractive church and a peaceful green — perfect for a rest. From here, the route heads slightly north. As you near Northallerton, the walk skirts the edge of Romanby Golf Club and crosses the River Wiske. This part of the walk offers a change of character, with glimpses of fairways. The final stretch into Northallerton crosses rail routes, ending just a short walk from the town centre and railway station. With two river crossings, historic villages and gentle scenery, this is a versatile route ideal for a half-day’s walk through one of Yorkshire’s most accessible rural landscapes.