Carlton
a common place-name in the old Danelaw areas of the Midlands and the North, usually 'farmstead or estate of the freemen or peasants', from Old Scandinavian karl (often no doubt replacing Old English ceorl) + Old English tun'.
'A Dictionary of English Place-Names', Oxford University Press
Carlton is dominated by Carlton Towers, the country home of the Duke of Norfolk. This stately home is open to the public and hosts weddings and agricultural events. In 1777, in response to a public petition, Thomas Stapleton of Carlton Towers built a bridge to encourage the flax trade and to ease the difficulty of transporting bodies from Carlton by ferry to be buried in Snaith churchyard. With the advent of motor traffic the New Bridge was built in 1928. This was then replaced a few years ago with a new structure.
Crossing the river Aire leads to North Yorkshire and the first sight to greet visitors to Carlton is the village cricket ground and a large duck pond. A large wall around the perimeter of Carlton Tower's gardens runs next to the road through most of the village.
The Holy Family School is based in the village.
Visitor Comments
Has anybody got any old pictures of the old toll bridge and surrounding area that could be emailed to me or prints I could take a copy of? Please contact me at paul@bridgefarm.wanadoo.co.uk
Does anyone know the location of the OLD red lion pub in Carlton. I know that there was a red lion on the high street but also an OLD Red lion. Much appreciated.
Emma and James
The Old Red Lion in Carlton is now known as The Oddfellows. Would be interested to know why you want to know. I only learned last year that I have ancestors that used to run the place in the 1800's, possibly earlier.
Is there or has there ever been a Carlton Wood? My Dad used to take us there when we were kids in the 60's. I remember it being a beautiful place and I've fond memories of it. I recall it being next to a disused aerodrome or similar place.
can any one remember the name of the farming family in carlton they also owned a shop in carlton village i once met the son his name was martin he came to sunderland to see me he will be late 40 s
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