Church Fenton is a village and civil parish in the Selby district of North Yorkshire, England. It is about 16 miles (26 km) east of Leeds, about 6 miles (9.7 km) from Tadcaster and 3 miles (4.8 km) from Sherburn-in-Elmet. Neighbouring villages include Cawood and Ulleskelf. The village is home to many commuters and is served by Church Fenton railway station.
The name 'Church Fenton' means a village with a church in fen or marshland. The village was recorded along with nearby Little Fenton as Fentun in the Domesday Book.
RAF Church Fenton is located immediately north east. The village is also home to a Met Office Weather station.
The village website contains a well-written history, along with details of local groups and events.
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