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Norton-on-Derwent

Built-up area in North Yorkshire, England

Coordinates:54.129, -0.783
OS grid ref:SE 79 71
Population:7,000
Dialling code: 01653 (Malton)
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Norton-on-Derwent is a small market town in the Ryedale area of North Yorkshire, sitting on the east bank of the River Derwent directly opposite its larger neighbour Malton. The two towns are often spoken of together, sharing rail and road links and acting as a local hub for surrounding villages; the town also sits within easy reach of the Howardian Hills and the North York Moors, so it’s a handy base for exploring the wider countryside.

Historically agricultural, Norton-on-Derwent retains a market-town character with shops, light industry and community amenities such as schools and clubs, and benefits culturally from the strong food and market scene centred on Malton. You’ll find a mix of period buildings and practical modern facilities, and a steady local life built around markets, events and countryside activities rather than big-city bustle.

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Transport links

  • Durham Tees Valley Airport 37 miles59.5 km
  • Leeds Bradford International Airport 40 miles64.4 km
  • Malton Railway Station 0.6 miles1 km
  • Pickering Railway Station 8.2 miles13.2 km

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Schools in Norton-on-Derwent

  • Norton College Secondary
  • Norton Community Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Eden Camp Museum 1.6 miles2.5 km
  • Castle Howard Estate 4.8 miles7.8 km
  • Castle Howard Country house 5 miles8.1 km
  • The Walled Garden Gardens 5.1 miles8.2 km
  • Wolds Way Lavender Gardens 5.3 miles8.5 km
  • Sand Hutton Hall Estate 10.8 miles17.4 km
  • Keldholme Priory Historic site 10.9 miles17.5 km
  • Ryedale Folk Museum Museum 13.1 miles21 km
  • Duncombe Park Estate 13.5 miles21.8 km
  • Duncombe Park Country house 14 miles22.6 km
  • Yorkshire Museum of Farming Museum 14.8 miles23.8 km
  • Star Carr Archaeological site 16 miles25.7 km