Towns & cities · Yorkshire & the Humber
South Kilvington
South Kilvington — village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Thirsk · 2.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit South Kilvington, the nearest railway station is Thirsk, located 2.9 km away. The postcode for navigation is YO7 2NZ, and entry to the town is free.
About
South Kilvington is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 438 km². Recent population estimates put it at around 231 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom". Coordinates: 54.2500°, -1.3488°.
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From the Wikipedia article
South Kilvington is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. It is situated just off the A19, about one mile north of Thirsk.
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Background
History
The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Cheluitun in the Yarlestre hundred. The entry refers to the area around North Kilvington that was owned by Earl Edwin at the time of the Norman Conquest in 1066, and then granted to the Crown. During the 13th century, the lands became the demesne of Roger de Mowbray and around 1637, after many lands had been divided, the lord of the manor was Sir Arthur Ingram. Henry Percy, 4th Earl of Northumberland was supposedly killed here in 1489 by a mob of protesters against taxation. Thornbrough House in the parish of South Kilvington was home to Matthew Carter, who died there in 1666 at the reported age of 112. His life would have spanned the…
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- Coordinates
- 54.2500, -1.3488
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- South Kilvington
- Postcode
- YO7 2NZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
- Population
- 231
- Nearest railway station
- Thirsk — 2.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q661332 (CC0)
- wikipedia: South Kilvington (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Village Green, South Kilvington.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby

North Kilvington
Villages · 1.2 km

Millgate Picnic Area
Natural landmarks · 1.7 km

Thirsk Hall
Historic houses · 1.8 km

Mill Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.8 km

Cross Keys Public House
Memorials & monuments · 1.8 km

The World of James Herriot
Museums · 1.9 km

James Alfred Wight
Memorials & monuments · 1.9 km

Thirsk Museum
Museums · 1.9 km

Birthplace of Thomas Lord
Memorials & monuments · 1.9 km

The Royal Public House
Historic pubs · 1.9 km

Caravan Club Thirsk
Caravan parks · 1.9 km

Hannah Packer
Memorials & monuments · 1.9 km
South Kilvington is a village in Yorkshire with a population of 231. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 231
- Constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
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Things to see in South Kilvington
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Places to stay
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Kilvington?
- South Kilvington is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO7 2NZ), in the parish of South Kilvington.
- What is South Kilvington?
- South Kilvington — village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to South Kilvington?
- The nearest railway station is Thirsk, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO7 2NZ.
- Is South Kilvington free to visit?
- Yes, South Kilvington is free to enter.
- How do I get to South Kilvington?
- The nearest railway station is Thirsk, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO7 2NZ.