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Welcome to the Gateforth Parish Council Website

Gateforth Parish is a small village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, approximately 4 miles south-west of the town of Selby. The Parish includes the main village, focused on the Village Green, and a small community surrounding Gateforth Hall. Most of the Parish is farmland, with active farms in the village. At the 2011 census, the village population was 240.  Click here for more information on the history of the parish.

Within this website you will be able to find out information about Parish Council meetings, contact information for Councillors, financial information and news about how we serve our local community.

Additionally, the website provides you with information about Gateforth and the surrounding area, its history, and even some nice country walks for you to try!

Latest News

NEXT PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

The next meeting of the Parish Council is currently planned to take place at 19:30 on 3rd November 2026 at Chapel Haddlesey Community Hall. 

Please see our proposed agenda for more information.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

PARISH COUNCILLOR VACANCY
We currently have a vacancy for a Parish Councillor and are seeking a motivated local resident to join our council through co-option.

No previous experience is required - just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved.

What does a Parish Councillor do?
  • Represent the views of local residents
  • Help make decisions on local issues
  • Work on projects that improve the parish

How to apply:

If you are interested in becoming a Parish Councillor, please get in touch:

Email: gateforthpc@gmail.com

Last updated: 23 October 2026

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HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING CENTRES

A new registration system is now in place to ensure the sites are used fairly and only by North Yorkshire residents.

It is free to register and takes a couple of minutes. You will need your:
• Email address
• Vehicle registration number
• Postcode

Register to use the household waste recycling centres

Once registered, you do not need to book a visit or bring any paperwork. Site staff will confirm your registration digitally using your vehicle registration number.

Last updated: 14 May 2026

HAVE YOUR SAY:
HOME TO SCHOOL TRAVEL POLICY

North Yorkshire Council is asking for your views on proposed changes to its Home to School Travel Policy, following a review of the changes introduced in 2024.  The review found that the policy is generally working as intended but identified areas where improvements could help families and young people.

What changes are proposed?
  • Reviewing a small number of school travel routes.
  • Improving maps and route data.
  • Strengthening the appeals process.
  • Clarifying how routes and distances are assessed.
  • Improving information and guidance.
  • Have Your Say
  • Following approval by the council’s executive on 18 September, a six-week consultation gives parents, carers, young people, schools and other interested people the opportunity to share their views.

Your feedback will help inform decisions before the recommendations are considered at a full council meeting in November.
 
The consultation is live until 4th November 2026.

The review does not recommend a return to catchment-based transport eligibility. Eligibility would continue to be based on a child’s nearest suitable school with available places.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

PLANNED ROAD RESTRICTION NOTIFICATION 

 Location: A19/A63 Brayton Roundabout, Brayton CP. Description of works: VRS Upgrade The Restriction will be in place for a period of 5 days between 9th July 2026 and 13th July 2026 The Road Restriction and any associated traffic management can be viewed using this URL link https://one.network/?tm=GBundefined

Last updated: 03 July 2026

Community Defibrillator

DefibrillatorGateforth Parish Council provide a Community Defibrillator which can be located inside the Bus Shelter on the village green.

In the case of an emergency please phone 999.  Then, in appropriate circumstances, the operator will provide the access number and talk you through its use.

We recognise that using the defibrillator can be a daunting experience, so we've compiled a defibrillator guide to outline it's use.

Any parishioner who is interested in helping to manage this facility please contact the Clerk.

Reporting an issue

Dog Fouling
PotHoles & Mud On The Road
Fly Tipping