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About Thornton

Thornton is a small East Yorkshire village near Pocklington, reached via the A1079 from York or A1034 from Hull. The area sits on gentle farmland between the Yorkshire Wolds and Vale of York, with good access to both local villages and regional centers via the M62. Electric vehicle charging is well-covered with over 60 fast chargers nearby. All Saints Church features an exceptional 12th-century Norman doorway with intricate zigzag stonework.

Where is Thornton on the map?

Thornton is in England, at 53.900, -0.850 - about 9 km south-east of Wilberfoss.

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The closest airport to Thornton is Humberside Airport, 63 km (about 1 h 1 min by car). Other airports nearby: Leeds Bradford Airport.

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