Preston-under-Scar
Parish in North Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.315, -1.887 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | SE 07 91 |
| Population: | 170 |
| Dialling code: | 01969 (Leyburn) |
The village and civil parish of Preston-under-Scar sits in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire, tucked beneath a limestone scar on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. The surrounding landscape is typical upland dales countryside of drystone walls, pasture and limestone outcrops, with easy access to country footpaths and quiet lanes.
Historically centred on mixed and sheep farming, the settlement retains traditional stone cottages and a small, close-knit community; the local economy now mixes agriculture with tourism, including self-catering lets and passing walkers. It appeals to visitors seeking rural tranquillity, local history and outdoor recreation rather than village amenities or nightlife.
Postcode districts covering Preston-under-Scar
Most populated places nearby
- Darlington 20.1 miles32.3 km
- Bishop Auckland 24.6 miles39.6 km
- Newton Aycliffe 24.1 miles38.8 km
- Northallerton 18.3 miles29.5 km
- Ripon 19 miles30.6 km
- Catterick Garrison 7.9 miles12.7 km
Neighbouring places
- Wensley Parish 1.5 miles2.4 km
- Redmire Parish 1.6 miles2.5 km
- West Witton Built-up area 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Castle Bolton with East and West Bolton Parish 2.4 miles3.8 km
- Leyburn Built-up area 2.5 miles4 km
- Bellerby Parish 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Coverham with Agglethorpe Parish 3.1 miles5 km
- Leyburn & Middleham Ward 3.2 miles5.1 km
- Harmby Built-up area 3.5 miles5.6 km
- Melmerby Parish 3.5 miles5.7 km
- Carperby-cum-Thoresby Parish 3.6 miles5.8 km
- Middleham Built-up area 3.7 miles6 km
Example postcodes in Preston-under-Scar
DL8 4AQ, DL8 4AH, DL8 4AB, DL8 4AL, DL8 4AS, DL8 4AG, DL8 4AD, DL8 4AT, DL8 4AN … See all
Transport links
- Durham Tees Valley Airport 22.8 miles36.6 km
- Leeds Bradford International Airport 32.4 miles52.1 km
- Garsdale Station 17.7 miles28.5 km
- Northallerton Railway Station 18 miles28.9 km
Hotels near Preston-under-Scar Ad
- The Golden Lion Hotel 2.4 miles3.8 km
- Middle House 3 7.8 miles12.5 km
- The Wensleydale Hotel 3 3.9 miles6.2 km
- The Buck 5.7 miles9.1 km
- The Burgoyne 5 5.6 miles9 km
- The Fleece Hotel 4 8.6 miles13.8 km
- The Kings Head Hotel, Richmond, North Yorkshire 4 8.6 miles13.8 km
- Black Lion Hotel Richmond 3 8.5 miles13.7 km
- The Rose and Crown Hotel 2 8.7 miles14.1 km
Local points of interest
- Jervaulx Abbey Archaeological site 6.9 miles11 km
- Fors Abbey Historic site 8.7 miles13.9 km
- Catterick Racecourse Recreation 10.7 miles17.3 km
- Stanwick Hall Estate 13.5 miles21.7 km
- Eggleston Abbey Archaeological site 15 miles24.1 km
- Pennine Chain Mountains 15.3 miles24.6 km
- Bewerley Hall Estate 16.7 miles26.9 km
- Streatlam Castle Estate 17.4 miles28 km
- Fountains Abbey Archaeological site 18.8 miles30.2 km
- Dent Head Hill 18.9 miles30.4 km
- Raby Castle Archaeological site 19.4 miles31.2 km
- The Darlington Arena Stadium 19.5 miles31.3 km