Parish in North Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.165, -1.242 |
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| OS grid ref: | SE 49 74 |
| Dialling code: | 01347 (Easingwold) |
Thormanby is a small rural parish in North Yorkshire, set amid rolling arable and pastureland a short journey from market towns such as Easingwold and within easy reach of York. The settlement is characterised by quiet lanes, stone cottages and farm buildings, giving it a distinctly agricultural and low‑density feel rather than any urban centre.
Historically the area has long farming roots and a handful of older houses and a parish church hint at a medieval past, while today the local economy remains largely agricultural with many residents commuting to nearby towns. Community life is typical of small Yorkshire parishes: modest local events, a parish council and an appeal to walkers and anyone seeking a peaceful countryside base close to larger services.