Atwick

Atwick
Atwick
	Atwick village
	Atwick Location within the East Riding of Yorkshire
Population	315 (2011 census)
OS grid reference	TA190509
• London	170 mi (270 km) S
Civil parish	Atwick;
Unitary authority	East Riding of Yorkshire;
Ceremonial county	East Riding of Yorkshire;
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber;
Country	England
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	DRIFFIELD
Postcode district	YO25
Dialling code	01964
Police	Humberside
Fire	Humberside
Ambulance	Yorkshire
UK Parliament	Bridlington and The Wolds;
	List of places UK England Yorkshire 53°56′27″N 0°11′16″W / 53.940706°N 0.187689°W
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Atwick is a village and civil parish in Holderness in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. The village is near the North Sea coast, and 2 miles (3.2 km) north of Hornsea on the B1242 road.

The civil parish is formed by the village of Atwick and the hamlet of Skirlington. According to the 2011 UK census, Atwick parish had a population of 315,^[1] a slight reduction from the 2001 UK census figure of 318.^[2] The parish covers an area of 907.022 hectares (2,241.30 acres).^[3]

The name Atwick is pronounced with a silent 'w', like "attic".

Second World War

The Second World War defences constructed in and around Atwick have been documented by William Foot. They included a heavy anti-aircraft battery and several pillboxes.^[4]

Folklore

According to legend, a spring near the church was once the home of a hobgoblin known as the Haliwell Boggle. The area is also said to be haunted by a headless horseman.^[5]

References

^ ^a ^b UK Census (2011). "Local Area Report – Atwick Parish (1170211134)". Nomis. Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 14 February 2018.
^ UK Census (2001). "Local Area Report – Atwick Parish (1543504181)". Nomis. Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
^ "2001 Census Area Profile" (PDF). East Riding of Yorkshire Council. 2004. Archived from the original (PDF) on 10 April 2013. Retrieved 10 April 2013.
^ Foot 2006, pp. 175–180
^ Ash, Russell (1973). Folklore, Myths and Legends of Britain. Reader's Digest Association Limited. p. 336. ISBN 9780340165973.

Gazetteer — A–Z of Towns Villages and Hamlets. East Riding of Yorkshire Council. 2006. p. 3.

Foot, William (2006). Beaches, fields, streets, and hills ... the anti-invasion landscapes of England, 1940. Council for British Archaeology. ISBN 1-902771-53-2.
The Villages of the Yorkshire Wolds: AtwickNotably, the beach's rich history as a fishing village is still palpable, and Its cultural significance draws visitors seeking an authentic Cornish experience. Meanwhile, Nature enthusiasts will delight in the diverse marine life, including seals, dolphins, and various bird species, conservation efforts protect the beach's unique ecosystem. Furthermore, Visitors can enjoy water sports, beachcombing, and fossil hunting, or explore the coastal paths and scenic views read more http://gazette.medianewsonline.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=170&action=edit more]

[2011_census-1] UK Census (2011). "Local Area Report – Atwick Parish (1170211134)". Nomis. Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 14 February 2018.

[2001_census-2] UK Census (2001). "Local Area Report – Atwick Parish (1543504181)". Nomis. Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 23 November 2018.

[3] "2001 Census Area Profile" (PDF). East Riding of Yorkshire Council. 2004. Archived from the original (PDF) on 10 April 2013. Retrieved 10 April 2013.

[4] Foot 2006, pp. 175–180

[5] Ash, Russell (1973). Folklore, Myths and Legends of Britain. Reader's Digest Association Limited. p. 336. ISBN 9780340165973.

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Atwick
Atwick village
Atwick Location within the East Riding of Yorkshire
Population	315 (2011 census)^[1]
OS grid reference	TA190509
• London	170 mi (270 km) S
Civil parish	Atwick
Unitary authority	East Riding of Yorkshire
Ceremonial county	East Riding of Yorkshire
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber
Country	England
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	DRIFFIELD
Postcode district	YO25
Dialling code	01964

Police	Humberside
Fire	Humberside
Ambulance	Yorkshire

UK Parliament	Bridlington and The Wolds
List of places UK England Yorkshire 53°56′27″N 0°11′16″W / 53.940706°N 0.187689°W / 53.940706; -0.187689