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Newton Kyme
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Newton Kyme is a village in North Yorkshire, England, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north west of Tadcaster and 5 miles (8 km) east of Wetherby. It lies on the south bank of the River Wharfe, just off the A659 r
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ulleskelf · 7.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Newton Kyme, the nearest railway station is Ulleskelf, located 7.3 km away. The postcode for navigation is LS24 9LR. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Newton Kyme is a village in North Yorkshire, England, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north west of Tadcaster and 5 miles (8 km) east of Wetherby. It lies on the south bank of the River Wharfe, just off the A659 road. Newton Kyme is the only village in the civil parish of Newton Kyme cum Toulston. The population of the civil parish at the 2011 Census was 275. Newton Kyme has a church and a castle called Kyme Castle.
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Official information
Newton Kyme is the site of two Roman forts located on a raised river terrace south of the River Wharfe in North Yorkshire. The larger fort, which is rectangular and measures approximately 230 by 312 meters, features visible cropmarks of its defensive ditches, ramparts, and internal structures, indicating its historical significance as part of the Roman military network in northern England.
From the Wikipedia article
Newton Kyme is a village in North Yorkshire, England, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north west of Tadcaster and 5 miles (8 km) east of Wetherby. It lies on the south bank of the River Wharfe, just off the A659 road. Newton Kyme is the only village in the civil parish of Newton Kyme cum Toulston. The population of the civil parish at the 2011 Census was 275. Newton Kyme has a church and a castle called Kyme Castle.
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Background
History
Newton Kyme is mentioned in the Domesday Book as belonging to Count Robert of Mortain, having 15 villagers and one priest. A church has been known on the site since at least the 12th century, and the current structure, the St Andrew's Church, is grade I listed. West of the village is the site of two Roman forts, two Roman camps, and Iron Age enclosure, Bronze Age barrows and a Neolithic henge monument. the site has been designated as a scheduled monument. the Newton Kyme Hall and estate was built in the 18th century by Admiral Robert Fairfax. The hall is grade II* listed with extensive landscaped gardens. Kyme Castle, the site of which lies to the east of the hall, was possibly the seat of…
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- Coordinates
- 53.8980, -1.2950
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Newton Kyme cum Toulston
- Postcode
- LS24 9LR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wetherby and Easingwold
- Nearest railway station
- Ulleskelf — 7.3 km
- Official site
- www.pastscape.org.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Newton Kyme (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Newton Kyme?
- Newton Kyme is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS24 9LR), in the parish of Newton Kyme cum Toulston.
- What is Newton Kyme?
- Newton Kyme is a village in North Yorkshire, England, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north west of Tadcaster and 5 miles (8 km) east of Wetherby. It lies on the south bank of the River Wharfe, just off the A659 r
- How do I get to Newton Kyme?
- The nearest railway station is Ulleskelf, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS24 9LR.
- Does Newton Kyme charge admission?
- Newton Kyme typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Newton Kyme?
- The nearest railway station is Ulleskelf, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS24 9LR.