Villages · Yorkshire & the Humber
Embsay
In or near Beamsley.
Embsay — a village in england yorkshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Embsay · 0.2 km
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
Photo gallery
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Embsay is a village located in Yorkshire, with a population of 1,679. The village features typical rural English architecture and a community-oriented atmosphere. It serves as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside, known for its scenic landscapes and walking opportunities. The area's historical significance is reflected in its local amenities and the character of the village itself.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9766, -1.9928
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Embsay with Eastby
- Postcode
- BD23 6QH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Population
- 1,679
- Nearest railway station
- Embsay — 0.2 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2650009 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Abbeys & priories · 0.2 km
Primrose Mill
Archaeological sites · 0.3 km
Manor House
Historic houses · 0.4 km
Elm Tree Inn
Historic pubs · 0.5 km
Embsay with Eastby War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.6 km
Inmire Lathe
Archaeological sites · 0.9 km
Haw Park
Mountains & hills · 1.0 km
Augustinian Priory of St. Cuthbert
Abbeys & priories · 1.0 km
The Haw
Mountains & hills · 1.1 km
Good Intent Mill
Archaeological sites · 1.1 km
Skibeden Quarry
Archaeological sites · 1.2 km
Skibeden Limekilns
Historic houses · 1.2 km
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Embsay?
- Embsay is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode BD23 6QH), in the parish of Embsay with Eastby.
- What is Embsay?
- Embsay — a village in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Embsay?
- The nearest railway station is Embsay, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BD23 6QH.
- Is Embsay a protected site?
- Yes — Embsay is part of the West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Embsay?
- The nearest railway station is Embsay, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD23 6QH.