Parish in North Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.14, -0.88 |
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| OS grid ref: | SE 73 72 |
| Dialling code: | 01653 (Malton) |
The small parish of Appleton-le-Street and Easthorpe lies in rural North Yorkshire, England, a few miles from the market town of Malton. It occupies gently rolling farmland on the fringe of the distinctive limestone and chalk countryside typical of this part of Yorkshire, making it handy for walkers exploring the Howardian Hills and the nearby Wolds.
Locally the area is defined by agriculture and a quietly historic character - stone cottages, a parish church and lanes that feel unchanged for generations - with many residents working on farms or commuting into nearby towns. Community life is small and close-knit, and the setting attracts people who appreciate rural living within reach of local markets and heritage attractions.