In the borough of Redcar and Cleveland, in the county of North Yorkshire in north east England, lies the small town of Skelton-in-Cleveland at the foot of the Clevleand Hills. Located east of Middlesbrough, Skelton consists of North Skelton, Old Skelton, New Skelton and Skelton Green. Skelton is first mentioned in the Domesday Book with reference to taxes collected but much earlier evidence of human occupation dates back to around 4000BC. Many burial sites or ‘howes’ have been discovered in the hills around Skelton with further discoveries of tools of stone and flint to suggest Neolithic settlements and a farming community. Further discoveries show occupation during Bronze Age and by the Celts during the Iron Age and later still by the Romans. The area was part of the realm of Brigantia, which stretched from the Tyne across to the Peak district and to the coasts. After the Roman withdrawal, during Anglo-Saxon rule, Skelton lay between Bernicia to the north and Deira to the south but was part of the kingdom of Northumbria until Viking invasions put it under their control. After the Norman invasion when all over England, stone castles were built on prominent hills, the de Brus family sited theirs at Skelton.
Pub and Bar
Bulls Head
Duke William Inn
Green Inn
Miners Arms
Royal George Hotel
School
De Brus Secondary School
Skelton Primary School
Taxi
Shops
Peter Short Butchers
Coopers Greengrocers
Something A Little Different
Nancy Darcy Hairdressing
The T Pot
Places to Stay near Skelton In Cleveland
The Spa Hotel (1.74 miles)
The Spa Hotel, with 28 restored traditional style en-suite bedrooms, is prominently situated overlooking the sea with unrivalled panoramic views of Hunt Cliff, the North Sea and beautiful surrounding countryside.Enjoy a relaxing drink in Ridley's ... More | visit website
Hunley Hall Golf Club & Hotel (1.76 miles)
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The Arches (2.07 miles)
The Arches offers a relaxing environment and overlooks spectacular views of cliffs and golf course. All the rooms are individually furnished, with ensuite bathrooms.
The accommodation is excellent for ramblers exploring the Heritage Coast Trail ... More
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The Fox and Hounds (2.40 miles)
The Ship Inn (3.15 miles)
We are a family owned and ran business and strive hard to offer good food, accommodation, live music and events in a relaxing atmosphere. You have a wide selection of food to choose prepared by our ... More
Guisborough Hall (3.17 miles)
This elegant grade II listed building is a magnificent country house hotel set on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, and just outside the market town of Guisborough. Of the hotel’s 71 bedrooms, 19 ... More | visit website
Townend Farm Bed & Breakfast (4.51 miles)
Set in its own grounds at the gateway to the North Yorkshire Moors National park. Our location provides the ideal opportunity to visit the many fantastic Natural, Historic and Famous places that National park is ... More | visit websiteGrinkle Park Hotel (5.12 miles)
Set in 35 acres of unspoilt parkland between the coast and North Yorkshire moors. Perfect location for the 'get away from it all' holiday, wedding and conference.
The entrance hall, with its open fire, echoes the ... More | visit website
The Central Hotel (5.77 miles)
Armada Guesthouse (5.77 miles)
The Armada Guesthouse House is the ideal destination for visiting family or friends, walking the Cleveland Way, admiring our wonderful North East coast line or venturing over the stunning heather ... More
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