Kellington
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Kellington is a small village in North Yorkshire, England, on the banks of the River Aire. Situated almost equidistant between the towns of Pontefract and Selby, the village dates back to at least the 11th Century when it was listed in the Domesday Book (as Chelinctone).[1] The semi-rural community grew in size with the advent of local mining as housing was built to accommodate the workers of nearby Kellingley Colliery.
Due to its location at the southernmost tip of North Yorkshire, the village is close to the borders of West, East and South Yorkshire. Its proximity to both the A19 and M62 major roads has resulted in a steady population growth, although to a lesser extent than its neighbour, Eggborough.
The low lying ground that separates the village from the River Aire has given rise to a history of flooding in the village, most recently in 2000 when some residents had to be evacuated.
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[edit] Amenities
Sitting in the shadow of nearby Eggborough Power Station, Kellington has a variety of housing, with traditional country cottages, council housing and modern housing estates. The village is served by a pub, The Red Lion and a restaurant and pub Kellington Manor which was previously known as Tree Tops and also as Squires, as well as a small convenience store, a Post Office and a fish and chip shop. There are also two guesthouses in the village and a retirement home. The majority of local children attend Kellington County Primary School, which as of February 2006 was serving 133 pupils.[2]
[edit] Points of interest
Of interest in Kellington is the local parish church, St Edmunds, dating back to at least 1185, its gate posts were built in 1698 and are under a protection order.[3]
Located just inside the village boundary is Beal Carrs, a watered area formed in 1999 as a result of extensive flooding. Popular with birdwatchers, the Carrs are visited by Kestrels, Grey Herons and other birds and wildfowl.
