10 April 2026Lady Lumleys Almshouses in Thornton Le Dale
A message from Lady Lumleys Almshouses in Thornton Le Dale:
I am emailing to let you know that the almshouses are now advertising resident vacancies. As your parish falls within the catchment area of the rural deaneries connected to the Almshouses, the Trustees would greatly appreciate it if you could make members of your community aware of this opportunity, should they wish to apply. Applicant eligibility includes - they have lived in the parish for at least 5 years, be aged 65 or over, and be able to live independently. The accommodation is aimed at those with limited financial means who may find it difficult to move into suitable alternative housing. Priority will be given to people in housing need, on lower incomes, and those who may benefit from the sense of community the almshouses offer.
Deadline for applications is 20th April. Thank you very much for your support. If you would like hard copies for your notice board please let me know.
Email Name address and telephone number to almshousesthe@gmail.com
10 April 2026WASTE AND RECYCLING BINS
Collection dates are as follows:
Friday 3rd April - household rubbish (green bin) - This is Easter Friday
Tuesday 7th April - garden waste (brown bin)
Friday 10th April - glass, cans, plastics, cartons (red top bin)
Friday 17th April - household rubbish (green bin)
Tuesday 21st April - garden waste (brown bin)
Friday 24th April - Paper and cardboard (blue top bin)
Friday 1st May - household rubbish (green bin)
Tuesday 5th May - garden waste (brown bin)
Residents can pay for their 2026 garden waste bin collections by clicking on this link.
07 April 2026Cawrhorn Camp parking charges
We recently contacted NYMPA regarding the cost of parking at Cawthorn Roman Camp. Many people have used it for walking their dog and a charge of £3.80 seemed excessive. This is the same charge as Sutton Bank visitor centre where there are many more facilities. We suggested £1 an hour would be more acceptable. This is their reply.
"Thank you for your email and for sharing the concerns of Cropton Parish Council regarding parking charges at Cawthorne Camp. We appreciate you taking the time to outline the issues being experienced locally, particularly in relation to visitor behaviour and the impact on the surrounding verges.
The introduction of parking charges across our sites is necessary to help cover the ongoing costs of managing and maintaining these locations. This includes essential work such as conservation, access improvements, pathway maintenance, ecological management, and the preservation of the site’s significant archaeological and historical features. Although Cawthorne Camp may not have the same visitor facilities as larger sites such as Sutton Bank, it remains a managed and sensitive landscape requiring considerable resource to keep it accessible and in good condition for all to enjoy.
In terms of the current tariff, pricing is standardised across the National Park to ensure a fair and consistent approach. While Cawthorne Camp may appear lower cost in terms of facilities, it is in fact a complex and resource-intensive site to manage, and the income generated plays an important role in supporting both this location and the wider National Park.
We have also noted your suggestion regarding a lower initial charge, which will be considered as part of any future review of our tariffs. However, in our experience, the presence of a charge itself is often the main influencing factor on visitor behaviour, rather than the specific level of the tariff. As such, reducing the cost does not always result in a significant change in parking patterns. For regular users, the cost can be reduced to as little as £2.50 per visit through the use of a permit, which offers a more cost-effective option.
We are pleased to note that visitor numbers to Cawthorne Camp have increased following the recent improvements, which is a positive outcome. However, verge parking remains a safety concern for both visitors and road users. We would encourage the Parish Council to liaise with the relevant local authority to explore potential measures such as verge protection or waiting restrictions, where appropriate.
Thank you again for raising these important points. We will take your comments into account as part of our ongoing review and will provide further updates in due course."
09 February 2026CHURCH LANE PATH
The path has now been levelled and resurfaced and the boulders have been moved. The drainage ditch has also been cleared.
15 January 2026North Yorkshire Council Cost of Living Campaign
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