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.
Chapel Villas,
Dishforth,
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Committee: Full Council
Committee: Full Council
Bishop Monkton has set out a clear roadmap for creating its Neighbourhood Development Plan, outlining how the community, Parish Council and consultants will work together to shape the village’s future through evidence gathering, consultation and shared vision‑building.
Due to a recent resignation, the Parish Council has a vacancy for a councillor, read on to see the details...
Moor Road will be closed between 05 and 09 June for maintenance work - see further for details and a map with diversion route, courtesy of Causeway one.network.
See the flyer for information on the Bishop Monkton Neighbourhood Plan
The next Neighbourhood Development Plan meeting will be held on Saturday 20th June between 10 and 12am at the Methodist Chapel. Village input is vital so come along, all are welcome.
All the documents relating to the Bishop Monkton Neighbourhood Plan can be found here.
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Here are the dates for the 2026 Parish Council Meetings.
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