Towns & cities · Yorkshire & the Humber
Norton
Norton — village and civil parish in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Adwick · 6.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Norton in Yorkshire, the nearest railway station is Adwick, located 6.8 km away. Entry to the town is free, and the postcode for navigation is DN6 9ES.
About
Norton is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 4,381 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England". Coordinates: 53.6330°, -1.1750°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Norton is a village and civil parish in the City of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England, on the borders with North and West Yorkshire. The civil parish also includes the villages of Campsall and Sutton; it had a population of 4,381 in the 2001 Census, increasing to 4,625 in 2011. The northern boundary of the parish is marked by the River Went, while the A1 Great North Road forms the western boundary.
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Background
History
The name Norton derives from the Old English norðtūn meaning 'north settlement'. Little is known about Norton until it was recorded in the Domesday Survey of 1086, when it probably had a population of 100 who were solely concerned with agriculture. During the medieval period that followed, Robin Hood was associated with Barnsdale Forest to the west whilst the nearby village of Campsall grew in importance, gaining a chartered market and Norman church. However, Norton gets few mentions in any surviving records from this time. At a later date, Norton Priory was developed on the banks of the River Went but this never grew to be particularly significant and was subsequently demolished following…
Description
In the 21st century, Norton serves as a commuter village for people working in the nearby towns such as Doncaster and Pontefract. It retains one pub, a Working Men's Club and one village shop. The only structure left of historic importance is the Grade II listed village water pump.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6330, -1.1750
- District
- Doncaster
- Parish
- Norton
- Postcode
- DN6 9ES
- Parliamentary constituency
- Doncaster North
- Population
- 4,381
- Nearest railway station
- Adwick — 6.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q1617610 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Norton, Doncaster (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Tanpit Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.7 km
Medieval standing cross on Tanpit Lane, 150m west of Wentbank House
Historic houses · 0.9 km
Campsmount Academy
Natural landmarks · 1.2 km
St Mary Magdalene, Campsall
Historic churches · 1.4 km
Bridge At South Entrance To Farmyard Of Campsmount Home Farm
Historic bridges · 1.6 km
Bridge Across Ings Dike Approximately 200 Metres To South Of North Common Farm
Historic bridges · 1.8 km
Askern
Museums · 2.5 km
Little Smeaton Art Gallery
Galleries · 2.8 km
Kirk and Little Smeaton War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.9 km
Kirk Smeaton
Villages · 3.1 km
Fenwick Moat Hill
Castles · 3.5 km
Church of St Helen
Historic churches · 3.6 km
Norton is a town located in Yorkshire with a population of 4,381. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 4,381
- Constituency
- Doncaster North
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Things to see in Norton
21 attractions within 12 km. Full guide: things to do in Norton →
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St Mary Magdalene, Campsall
St Mary Magdalene, Campsall — Grade I listed church in Norton, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England, UK.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Tanpit Bridge
Tanpit Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Went Bridge
Went Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Wentbridge Viaduct
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📷 3Historic houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Womersley Park and adjoining coach-house and stables
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📷 3Galleries · Yorkshire & the Humber
Little Smeaton Art Gallery
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📷 3Historic houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Medieval standing cross on Tanpit Lane, 150m west of Wentbank House
Medieval standing cross on Tanpit Lane, 150m west of Wentbank House — a Grade II-listed historic house in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Manor houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Thorpe Manor
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📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bridge At South Entrance To Farmyard Of Campsmount Home Farm
Bridge At South Entrance To Farmyard Of Campsmount Home Farm — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bridge Across Ings Dike Approximately 200 Metres To South Of North Common Farm
Bridge Across Ings Dike Approximately 200 Metres To South Of North Common Farm — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Kirk and Little Smeaton War Memorial
Kirk and Little Smeaton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Womersley War Memorial
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📷 5Natural landmarks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Campsmount Academy
Campsmount Academy — a school heritage in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Askern
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Smeaton Pot
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Divable Aircraft
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📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Tanpit Bridge
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📷 3Historic houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Medieval standing cross on Tanpit Lane, 150m west of Wentbank House
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📷 5Natural landmarks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Campsmount Academy
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📷 5Historic churches · Yorkshire & the Humber
St Mary Magdalene, Campsall
St Mary Magdalene, Campsall — Grade I listed church in Norton, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England, UK.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bridge At South Entrance To Farmyard Of Campsmount Home Farm
Bridge At South Entrance To Farmyard Of Campsmount Home Farm — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bridge Across Ings Dike Approximately 200 Metres To South Of North Common Farm
Bridge Across Ings Dike Approximately 200 Metres To South Of North Common Farm — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Norton
Places to stay
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📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
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📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
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📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
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📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Stables Caravan Park
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📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Ivy Rose Court Caravan Park
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Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
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📷 7Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Green Dragon Public House
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Pontefract Barracks
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📷 7Restaurants · East Midlands
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Norton?
- Norton is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DN6 9ES), in the parish of Norton.
- What is Norton?
- Norton — village and civil parish in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England.
- How do I get to Norton?
- The nearest railway station is Adwick, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode DN6 9ES.
- Is Norton free to visit?
- Yes, Norton is free to enter.
- How do I get to Norton?
- The nearest railway station is Adwick, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DN6 9ES.