Harome

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Village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England

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::summary Village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England ::

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FieldValue
countryEngland
official_nameHarome
map_altHarome is slightly towards the east within North Yorkshire, which is in the north-east of England on the coast
coordinates
civil_parishHarome
population261
population_ref(2011 census)
unitary_englandNorth Yorkshire
lieutenancy_englandNorth Yorkshire
regionYorkshire and the Humber
constituency_westminsterThirsk and Malton
post_townYORK
postcode_areaYO
postcode_districtYO62
dial_code01439
static_imageHarome - geograph.org.uk - 330851.jpg
static_image_width240px
static_image_captionThe main street in the village of Harome heading eastwards
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| country = England | official_name = Harome | map_alt = Harome is slightly towards the east within North Yorkshire, which is in the north-east of England on the coast | coordinates = | civil_parish = Harome | population = 261 | population_ref = (2011 census) | unitary_england = North Yorkshire | lieutenancy_england = North Yorkshire | region = Yorkshire and the Humber | constituency_westminster = Thirsk and Malton | post_town = YORK | postcode_area = YO | postcode_district = YO62 | dial_code = 01439 | static_image = Harome - geograph.org.uk - 330851.jpg | static_image_width = 240px | static_image_caption = The main street in the village of Harome heading eastwards

Harome is a small village and civil parish in the county of North Yorkshire, England, around 2 mi south-east of the market town of Helmsley, and 24 mi north-east of York. The village has a population of 261 people according to the 2011 UK census, and a total land area of 9,539 m2. It is situated to the east of the River Riccal.

It was part of the Ryedale district between 1974 and 2023. It is now administered by North Yorkshire Council.

The village has 109 households, with agriculture and retail trade being the two main employers for the residents. The name Harome simply means rocks/stones, and translates from old English meaning a heap of stones.

History

Until the nineteenth century, the village was known as Harum. By 1900 it had transitioned through Harom to its modern-day name of Harome.

In the 1870s, Harome was described as:

:"HARUM, or HAROME, a chapelry in Helmsley parish, N. R. Yorkshire; on the rivers Rye and Riccal, 2 miles SE by E of Helmsley, and 4 N of Hovingham r. station. Post town, Helmsley, under York. Acres, 2, 303. Real property, £3, 093. Pop., 447. Houses, 90." – John Marius Wilson (1870–72)

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According to the UK census information, the population of Harome has decreased from 439 people in 1881 to 269 people between 1881 and 1961. More recently, the population has shown to be continually decreasing following the 2001 UK census falling to 252 people, however the 2011 census has shown an increase to 261 people- the first population increase since 1901.

Construction of the local church began in May 1861, on the site of a previously demolished building. St Saviour's Church, Harome was completed in August 1862, under the patronage of the Feversham Estate. The architect was Charles Barry Jr, whose father designed the Houses of Parliament. It was originally furnished by William Duncombe, who represented the North Riding of Yorkshire as a member of parliament between 1859 and 1867. The church contains glass from Hardman, and most recently a Millennium Cross produced by a local craftsman. Until 1863 Harome had been part of the parish of Helmsley.

Harome Methodist Church was built in 1909.

Industry

The 1881 UK census recorded that Harome's industry was predominantly agriculturally based, with a total of 73 people working within agriculture, 71 of these were men. Domestic services was the second most popular occupation, with 15 people in total. There were also people within the parish who worked in other occupations such as dressmakers, textile fabrics and food and lodging, to name a few. The village also has Harome Mill, a listed water mill dating back to the late eighteenth century.

In recent times the residents of Harome have shifted away from more agriculturally based occupations, which has been shown in the UK 2011 census. However, skilled trades is still the most popular occupation throughout the parish, with 36 people within this line of work. A lot of people are now predominantly within a tertiary and quaternary based job, these include managers and directors, along with science researchers.

Housing and transport

Harome is a quaint village with several listed buildings along a wide main street. In November 2021, the thatched roof of the Star Inn was destroyed by fire.

Harome has most recently been categorised as being a 'village surrounded by sparsely populated countryside' by the Office for National Statistics. The housing within Harome is typically detached and terraced housing, with the average house price for a detached house at £269,371.

There are 183 vehicles within Harome, with 52.3% of the population accounting for two or more cars or vans. There are four bus routes serving Harome, all are school services. The nearest railway station to Harome is Malton railway station, which is located 11 mi away.

Geography

Harome is situated 18.2 mi north-east from York, and 191 mi north from London.

According to the Office for National Statistics, the parish has a total land area of 9,539 m2, of which 9,113.61 m2 is areas of green space and 86.93 m2 is areas of water. The River Riccal runs to the west of Harome and is met by many tributaries from the North York Moors.

Climate

Harome has a Maritime Temperate climate (Köppen climate classification Cfb) typical to the United Kingdom, characterised by cool summers and mild winters, due to a changeable and often overcast weather.

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References

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  9. "Key Figures for 2011 Census: Key Statistics". Office for National Statistics.
  10. "Helmsley History and heritage: St Saviour's Church".
  11. "Parishes: Helmsley - British History Online".
  12. "Harome Methodist Church".
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  14. "Harome Mill and Millhouse and Lamp Post Approximately Eight Metres South of House - Harome - North Yorkshire - England {{!}} British Listed Buildings".
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  17. "The Star Inn at Harome: Michelin-starred restaurant 'reduced to ashes'". [[BBC]].
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  19. "House prices and council tax: Harome, Ryedale". UK Local Area.
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  21. "Bus routes serving Harome". North Yorks Travel.
  22. "Nearest Station: Harome Ryedale". UK Local Area.
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  25. "Harome Climate History". weather2.

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