Picton, North Yorkshire
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Picton is a hamlet and civil parish located in the north of North Yorkshire. It is about 5 km south of Yarm and 12 km south of Middlesbrough.
The parish is in the Hambleton district and had a population of 108 according to the 2001 census. It lies just south of the border with the Stockton-on-Tees unitary authority.
The stream which lies east of the village is called the Picton Stell.
[edit] Events
Picton Fair is includes a bar in a tent, BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Ice cream van and lots of traditional games like the sack race. There are also lots of Horse and other animal competions. Parking is charged for.
[edit] Local amenities
The village includes a pub and a church.