Parish in East Riding of Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 53.861, -0.649 |
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| OS grid ref: | SE 88 41 |
| Population: | 6,429 |
| Dialling code: | 01430 |
Market Weighton is a small market town and civil parish in the East Riding of Yorkshire, sitting on the northern edge of the Yorkshire Wolds in a gently sheltered hollow. It occupies a notable geological position known as the Market Weighton Axis, which has helped shape the surrounding rolling farmland; the town also lies roughly between York and Hull, making it a quiet hub for local agriculture and commuters.
Historically a market and coaching stop, the town still retains a traditional market atmosphere with independent shops, small workshops and an agricultural character - local shows and community events remain important to social life. Visitors and residents often appreciate the easy access to Wolds walking routes and the mix of Victorian and earlier buildings that hint at its long-standing local importance.
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