Wharram Percy Medieval Village, Malton, Yorkshire, photographs taken before 2009
Details
Accessibility
"It is a long walk (about ¾ mile) from the car park to the site, parts of which are steep and muddy. The site contains rugged terrain which can be challenging, and it is not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies. Please keep to the paths and the Deserted Medieval Village, as the surrounding land is private.
Dogs on leads are welcome.
Please be aware: Farm livestock is likely to be present on the path. Hunting parties may be present on the access route to the site during the hunting season."
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/wharram-percy-deserted-medieval-village/
Brief description
2025-
"The village of Wharram Percy, in the Yorkshire Wolds, was continuously occupied for about 600 years. Probably founded in the 9th or 10th century, it flourished between the 12th and early 14th centuries, when members of the noble Percy family lived in the village. But by the early 16th century it was almost deserted, as a result of gradual abandonment and forced evictions. The ruined church is the last standing medieval building. Around it are the grassed-over foundations of two manor houses and about 40 peasant houses and their outbuildings. Since 1948 the settlement has been the focus of intensive research, which has made it Europe’s best-known deserted medieval village."
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/wharram-percy-deserted-medieval-village/history/
Address
Wharram Percy, North Yorkshire YO17, UK
Phone
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Website
https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/attraction/wharram-percy-deserted-medieval-village/
Directions
Car:
"6 miles South-East of Malton, on minor road from B1248; 1⁄2 mile South of Wharram-le-Street. Park in car park, then 3⁄4 mile walk via uneven track, steep in places. Site also accessible on foot via Wolds Way ramblers’ path. Sturdy and waterproof footwear required. Parts of site slope steeply, and farm livestock likely to be present on site and access path"
Opening Times
2025-
For up-to-date opening times see: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/wharram-percy-deserted-medieval-village/opening-times-for-wharram-percy-deserted-medieval-village/
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Bus: Stephenson’s 190 to Wharram-le-Street then 1 mile walk
Train: Malton 8 miles
Amenities
2025-
Parking: There is no vehicular access to the site. Please park considerately and do not block driveways or access.
Car parking is available near the site with a £2 charge for non-members payable by text. Parking is free for Members with a valid English Heritage car sticker on display. If you would prefer to pay in advance of your visit, please visit our parking payment service website.
Church of St Martin, Wharram Percy
Wharram Percy
Malton
YO17 9TD
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Location
Nearest Venues
St Martin's Church, Wharram Percy, Yorkshire
12 metres*
St Mary's Church, Wharram-le-Street, Malton
1.13 miles*
1.14 miles*
1.48 miles*
2.17 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.