Built-up area in East Riding of Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 53.93, -0.784 |
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| OS grid ref: | SE 79 48 |
| Population: | 8,337 |
| Dialling code: | 01759 |
Pocklington is a historic market town in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, lying at the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds beside the River Derwent. The compact centre has a mix of Georgian and Victorian buildings, a long market tradition and independent shops, and it also functions as a popular commuter base for nearby York.
The surrounding countryside and the restored stretch of the Pocklington Canal make the area popular for walking, cycling and wildlife watching. The town combines an agricultural hinterland with light industry and local services, and recent Iron Age archaeological finds nearby have added a fresh historical interest to a community known for its clubs, annual events and civic pride.
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