Norton-on-Derwent
Yorkshire

Norton-on-Derwent is a thriving town and community separated from Malton by the River Derwent.

The town is situated equidistant between the historical medieval city of York and the spa town of Scarborough on the Yorkshire Heritage Coast. 

At the heart of Norton is Church Street and Commercial Street, the main shopping areas, bustling with activity with great shops and restaurants.Norton continues to be one of the principle centres in the country for the horse-racing industry, with many trainers and stables within and on the outskirts of the town. Nestled in rolling Yorkshire countryside, Norton and adjoining Malton are the perfect places to experience the freedom of the great outdoors and take advantage of the many leisure activities available.Cyclists in particular are blessed with both the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Yorkshire Wolds that offer excellent day rides on back-roads and country lanes.