Welcome to Bishop Monkton
Bishop Monkton is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of North Yorkshire
Bishop Monkton is a charming village near the A61 Harrogate to Ripon Road, situated in a shallow valley with woods nearby. The village features a mix of modern houses and a historic core along Bishop Monkton Beck, which runs through the village and eventually joins the River Ure. The Beck is lined with grass and trees, and the village has an “island” formed by Main Street and St John’s Road. The name “Bishop Monkton” comes from the Domesday Book, indicating historical ties to a monastery and the Archbishop of York.
Contact Information
- 07881 989148
- clerk@bishopmonkton-pc.gov.uk
Chapel Villas,
Dishforth,
YO7 3LW
Forthcoming Meetings
News
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21 October 2026 - Planning
Neighbourhood Development Plan: Spotlight on Our Working Groups
The Bishop Monkton Neighbourhood Development Plan is being shaped by six volunteer-led sub-groups, each focusing on a key aspect of the village's future. This month we highlight the work of the Flooding & Utilities Capacity team.
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29 September 2026 - Planning
Bishop Monkton Housing Needs Survey Launch – Extended!
The survey deadline had been extended to Friday 1 October so those of you that would prefer to complete this survey on paper, please email survey@bishopmonkton-pc.gov.uk with your address and one will be delivered to you. Click for more details…
Quick Links
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Neighbourhood Development Plan
All the documents relating to the Bishop Monkton Neighbourhood Plan can be found here.
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Roles of the Council
What is a Parish Council and what are the roles?
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Governance & Policies
Find documents published by the council, including data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
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Finance
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Meeting Dates 2026
Here are the dates for the 2026 Parish Council Meetings.
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Report an Issue to North Yorkshire Council
Here are links to specific issues such as potholes, missed bin collections, fly tipping and more.
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North Yorkshire Council Portal
North Yorkshire Council's portal is here.
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Flooding
Environment Agency, Yorkshire Water and NYC flooding contacts.
People
Vacancy
Vacancy
Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
846
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Unitary Authority
North Yorkshire
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Region
Yorkshire and the Humber
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Country
England
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Postcode District
HG3, HG4, YO51
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Dialling Code
01765
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Police Service
North Yorkshire Police
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Fire Authority
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS North Yorkshire CCG